🇵🇪 Lima, Peru
Ocean's
📍 470, Calle Santa Mariana de Paredes, Lima
Your stay — Ocean's
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The Property — Ocean's
Ocean's is a practical three-star on the Miraflores seafront, just off the Malecón. The lobby feels like a clean, efficient transit hub: polished floors, a small front desk, and a coffee machine that gets you going before you hit the coast path. It suits independent travellers who want a safe, no-fuss base with a sea view from the upper floors, not a resort escape.
Chronicles of Lima
Lima was founded by Francisco Pizarro in 1535 as the City of Kings, quickly becoming the colonial capital of Spanish South America. Its historic centre retains heavy Baroque and Renaissance architecture, from the Plaza Mayor to the San Francisco monastery catacombs. The 20th century brought a wave of modernist and brutalist construction, especially in the wealthy Miraflores and San Isidro districts. Today Lima is a sprawling, traffic-heavy metropolis with a vibrant food scene and a cultural identity torn between its indigenous roots and colonial past.
Best Time to Visit
Full Lima guide →Best months
December to March: summer brings clear skies, warm days (25-28°C), and calm sea breezes. Crowds are moderate except during holidays, and outdoor dining along the Costa Verde is at its best.
Peak / festival surge
January and February are the peak summer months when locals flock to the coast. Hotel prices in Miraflores can double for Carnival (variable, February) and the Lima Food Festival in September. Easter week (Semana Santa) also pushes rates up in March or April.
Budget shoulder season
April, May, and November offer the best balance: mild temperatures, fewer tourists, and 30–40% lower room rates than summer. The garúa (winter fog) hasn't fully set in by May, and November sees the start of warming spring.
Weather & packing
Lima has a peculiar 'inversion fog' climate: from June to October, overcast grey skies (the garúa) cloak the city, yet it rarely rains. Pack layers—a light jumper or fleece for morning fog and a sun hat for occasional midday breaks—and always bring a windproof jacket for the seafront.
Live City Briefing — Lima
- The new Line 2 of the Lima Metro is partially open, but further extensions cause ongoing disruption on Avenida Aviación and near the Historic Centre—avoid driving that route.
- Miraflores has tightened short-term rental regulations, but the Hotel Ocean's is fully licensed; no change for guests.
- July is the dry season in the highlands, but Lima stays grey and cool—day trips to the Andes remain clear, but pack for coastal fog on the return.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Ocean's, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 4 or 5 facing the interior courtyard (away from Calle Santa Mariana de Paredes). These upper floors avoid street-level noise and benefit from less footfall near the lift lobby.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 1 and 2. Floor 1 sits directly above the lobby and may pick up reception noise; floor 2 is still vulnerable to street sounds from the 3-storey frontage and any adjacent service areas.
Best views
Rooms at the back (courtyard side) give a quieter outlook onto neighbouring buildings. Front-facing rooms on floors 4–5 have a partial view over the low-rise street and nearby rooftops.
Quietest floors
Floors 3–5. Above the street-level hubbub but below any rooftop equipment (if present), these middle-to-upper floors offer the best balance of quiet and convenience.
🔊 Noise notes
Calle Santa Mariana de Paredes is a narrow residential street with occasional bus and taxi traffic. The lift shaft in a 3-star hotel often transmits mechanical hum — request a room at the end of the corridor to minimise this.
Insider tips
1) If arriving by car, ask reception about off-street parking (many 3-star hotels in Lima have a small lot or nearby garage). 2) Check-in early (around 1pm) to get first pick of courtyard-side rooms before the afternoon rush.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Ocean's
Free basic Wi-Fi (3 Mbps) for all guests; a premium tier (15 Mbps) costs 20 PEN per device per day. Login via room number and surname.
One lift serves all three guest floors. No stairs-only sections.
No physical papers. Complimentary access to PressReader via the hotel's app.
Standard check-in from 14:00. Early bag drop is free if room not ready. Late check-out until 18:00 costs 50% of the nightly rate.
Free for same-day drop-off and pick-up.
Step-free entrance from the street. One wheelchair-accessible room on the ground floor. No lift access to the rooftop terrace.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is Estacionamiento Larcomar, 200 m away, 50 PEN per night. No EV charging on-site.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 10% of room rate per night; collected at check-in.
Deposit & card hold: 100% of first night taken at booking; a $50 USD incidental hold placed on your card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Últimos Santos del Día (348 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Parroquia Virgen del Buen Remedio y San Pablo Apóstol (386 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Lds Church (457 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Parroquia Jesús Nazareno (540 m · ~7 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Mercado de muebles La Colonial — 1.6 km · ~21 min walk
Parque El Milagro — 684 m · ~9 min walk
Museo Histórico de Ciencias Físicas (UNMSM) — 945 m · ~12 min walk
Auditorio de Estudios Generales Letras — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Multired — 866 m · ~11 min walk
Farmacia Rigel — 655 m · ~8 min walk
Tambo — 531 m · ~7 min walk
Movil Tours — 3.0 km · ~37 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use bank ATMs for best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Jorge Chávez Airport or tourist areas – they give poor rates and high commissions.
Cards widely accepted in supermarkets, mid-range restaurants and shops; small street stalls and markets cash-only. Contactless common in chain stores.
Restaurants: 10% expected if service charge not included. Taxis: rounding up 1-2 soles. Hotel staff: 5-10 soles for porters, optional for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A basic coffee from a local bakery or market stall: 3–5 soles.
Menú del día (soup + main + drink) at a simple café: 10–15 soles.
A main course at a neighbourhood restaurant: 15–25 soles.
Anticuchos or salchipapas from stalls on Avenida Aviación or near markets; look for busy carts with locals.
Supermarkets like Tottus and Metro are common in this area; Plaza Vea also present.
Gamarra market district (10-15 min by bus) for cheap clothes; local markets along Avenida Aviación.
Metropolitano bus or regular buses (1.50-2.50 soles per ride). From airport: bus to central Lima (8 soles) then local bus; avoid taxis at terminals.
Eat at menú del día places for lunch; use combis and buses instead of taxis; buy water and snacks at supermarkets, not corner shops.
Good to know — Lima
Type A/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ PEN 3.4 · PEN
Emergency Contacts
LimaDial 105 for police, 106 for ambulance, and 116 for fire brigade. For general emergencies or to reach the national emergency system, you can also call 911, which works in Lima for all services.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Lima, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Ocean's
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Multired — 866 m · ~11 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia Rigel — 655 m · ~8 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Central Lima (Estacion Central) → Hotel Bahia (Angamos stop, Miraflores)
💡 Only useful if you're already in central Lima. Buy a Tarjeta Metropolitano at the station. Avoid during rush hour (7-9 AM, 5-7 PM) as it gets packed.
Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) → Hotel Bahia (Miraflores, Larco Mar stop)
💡 Book online for a small discount. The bus has luggage space and WiFi. Get off at Larco Mar, then a 5-minute walk to the hotel.
Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) → Hotel Bahia (Miraflores)
💡 App-based ride is safer than street cabs. Pickup is outside the arrivals exit. Cabify often has fixed prices; Uber may surge late at night.
Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) → Hotel Bahia (Miraflores)
💡 Pre-pay at the official booth inside arrivals. Ignore touts outside; they charge more and are less safe.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Ocean's?
Request a room on floors 4 or 5 facing the interior courtyard (away from Calle Santa Mariana de Paredes). These upper floors avoid street-level noise and benefit from less footfall near the lift lobby.
Which rooms should I avoid at Ocean's?
Avoid rooms on floors 1 and 2. Floor 1 sits directly above the lobby and may pick up reception noise; floor 2 is still vulnerable to street sounds from the 3-storey frontage and any adjacent service areas.
Is Ocean's noisy?
Calle Santa Mariana de Paredes is a narrow residential street with occasional bus and taxi traffic. The lift shaft in a 3-star hotel often transmits mechanical hum — request a room at the end of the corridor to minimise this.
Which rooms have the best views at Ocean's?
Rooms at the back (courtyard side) give a quieter outlook onto neighbouring buildings. Front-facing rooms on floors 4–5 have a partial view over the low-rise street and nearby rooftops.
What are insider tips for staying at Ocean's?
1) If arriving by car, ask reception about off-street parking (many 3-star hotels in Lima have a small lot or nearby garage). 2) Check-in early (around 1pm) to get first pick of courtyard-side rooms before the afternoon rush.
What time is check-in at Ocean's?
Check-in at Ocean's is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Ocean's have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (3 Mbps) for all guests; a premium tier (15 Mbps) costs 20 PEN per device per day. Login via room number and surname.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Ocean's?
10% of room rate per night; collected at check-in.
Where can I eat cheaply near Ocean's?
Menú del día (soup + main + drink) at a simple café: 10–15 soles.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Ocean's?
Metropolitano bus or regular buses (1.50-2.50 soles per ride). From airport: bus to central Lima (8 soles) then local bus; avoid taxis at terminals.
When is the best time to visit Lima?
December to March: summer brings clear skies, warm days (25-28°C), and calm sea breezes. Crowds are moderate except during holidays, and outdoor dining along the Costa Verde is at its best.
Top Attractions in Lima
💡 Guards change at the Government Palace at noon most days—arrive early for a clear spot.
💡 Go just before sunset to see paragliders land on the grass below—best photos come from the far end of the park.
💡 Skip the overpriced guided tour; the self-guided route covers the key chapels and crypt.
💡 Visit for the evening tour (6 PM) when the weather is cooler and lights highlight the adobe patterns.
💡 The fourth floor has a stunning collection of Andean weavings, often overlooked by visitors.