Your stay — Pequeño Studio 116
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The Property — Pequeño Studio 116
Pequeño Studio 116 is a compact, design-led three-star in the bohemian Barranco district. The lobby feels like an artist's living room: exposed brick, original tiles and a small gallery wall featuring local photographers. It suits independent travellers who value character over chain-hotel predictability and want to be steps from the best cafés and galleries.
Chronicles of Lima
Lima was founded by Francisco Pizarro in 1535 as the City of Kings, its colonial centre now a UNESCO World Heritage site. The 17th-century earthquakes reshaped the city from gilded baroque into a soberer, sturdier 'Lima style' architecture. In the 20th century, modernist concrete towers began defining the skyline while Barranco emerged as the artistic soul of the capital. Today's Lima is a layered metropolis of pre-Columbian huacas, Spanish plazas and a world-class food scene that fuses coast, Andes and Amazon.
Best Time to Visit
Full Lima guide →Best months
January to March: the warmest, sunniest period with highs around 27°C and very little rain. Good for walking tours and evenings on outdoor terraces without the heavy July fog.
Peak / festival surge
April (Semana Santa) and mid-September (Fiestas Patrias in nearby municipalities) can spike domestic travel. Hotel prices rise roughly 20-30% during these weeks, driven by Peruvian holiday-makers and food-tourism events like Mistura in September.
Budget shoulder season
May-June and October-November. These shoulder months offer lower rates, mild temps around 20-22°C, fewer crowds at Larco Museum and Central Park, and the sea mist ('garúa') is less oppressive than in midwinter.
Weather & packing
July in Lima means overcast grey skies and a chill drizzle known as 'garúa' — don't let the latitude fool you. Pack a mid-weight waterproof jacket, long trousers and a scarf; shorts and sandals will gather dust in your suitcase.
Live City Briefing — Lima
- The Metropolitan Bicycle Plan has expanded dedicated bike routes across Barranco and Miraflores, making it easier to rent a bike and avoid taxi traffic along the Costa Verde.
- The historic Barranco bridge (Puente de los Suspiros) is undergoing a 6-month lighting replacement project, so expect scaffolding but no closure — the adjacent park and viewpoints remain open.
- Several new craft-beer bars have opened along Avenida Grau, serving local ales and pisco sours; the area is becoming a serious alternative to the tourist-heavy Larco Mar strip.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Pequeño Studio 116, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3 to 5 at the back of the building (away from Avenida Alfredo Benavides). These upper floors minimise street noise while avoiding the lift and reception bustle on lower floors.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 1 or 2 facing the avenue. Ground-floor rooms suffer direct street noise from Avenida Alfredo Benavides, a busy artery. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft on any floor — the lift motor hums, especially at night.
Best views
Front-facing rooms on floors 3–5 overlook Avenida Alfredo Benavides, giving a city street view. Back-facing rooms see a more residential area — less interesting but quieter. No ocean view from this address, as it's inland.
Quietest floors
Floors 3–5 are the quietest at Pequeño Studio 116. Upper floors reduce traffic rumble from Avenida Alfredo Benavides, and these middle floors avoid both street-level and roof-level noise.
🔊 Noise notes
Avenida Alfredo Benavides is a main road with constant traffic (buses, taxis, mototaxis) from early morning until late night. Single-glazed windows are common at 3-star hotels in Lima — street-facing rooms will be noisy even on upper floors.
Insider tips
1. Request a back-facing room when booking — it's the single best move for sleep quality. 2. If arriving by taxi, ask the driver to drop you at the side entrance (if there is one) to avoid lobby noise during check-in.
- 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 — Pequeño Studio 116
Free Wi-Fi for all guests, speed ~25 Mbps down/10 Mbps up; no login restrictions, network name provided at check-in.
One elevator serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections.
No printed newspapers; a free digital newsstand via PressReader is accessible on in-room tablets. The building is a converted 1940s apartment block, so expect original terracotta floor tiles in common areas.
Standard check-in from 15:00. Early bag drop allowed from 09:00 if room not ready. Late check-out until 14:00 available for 60 PEN (subject to availability).
Free luggage storage at reception for same-day early arrivals or post-check-out; no long-term storage.
Step-free access from street via ramped entrance; one ground-floor accessible room (with roll-in shower) available. No Braille signage or loop systems. Limited to ground floor only – upper floors accessible only by lift (not wheelchair-friendly).
No on-site parking. Public car park 'Estacionamiento Miraflores' at Calle Berlín 150, 5-minute walk, costs 10 PEN per hour / 35 PEN overnight (20:00–08:00). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 18% IGV and 3% municipal tax apply to the room rate; typically included in quoted rate but verify at booking.
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment for non-refundable rates; refundable rates require 50% advance deposit. A hold of 200 PEN per night on a credit card for incidentals at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Place of worship: Radha Soami Satsang Beas-Peru (286 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Matriz Virgen Milagrosa (307 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia La Reparación (460 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Las Buenas Nuevas (943 m · ~12 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Centro Comercial Esperanza — 154 m · ~2 min walk
Ovalo de Miraflores — 75 m · ~1 min walk
Casa Museo Ricardo Palma — 258 m · ~3 min walk
La Tarima Café Concert — 59 m · ~1 min walk
Mesas Ajedrez — 184 m · ~2 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 108 m · ~1 min walk
Mifarma — 23 m · ~1 min walk
NaturLandia Vegetariana — 220 m · ~3 min walk
Estación Angamos — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use bank ATMs (Multired, Scotiabank, BBVA) for the best rates; avoid the poor-rate money changers at the airport or tourist bureaux.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in restaurants, shops, and supermarkets; contactless and mobile pay (Yape, Plin) are common for locals but not all terminals accept foreign cards.
Round up the bill or leave 10% in restaurants (not mandatory); no tip for taxis; hotel staff appreciate 5-10 soles for luggage help or housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A basic cafe con leche or Americano at a bakery or lunch spot costs about 5-7 soles.
A set menú lunch (soup, main, drink) at a small local eatery costs 10-15 soles.
A main dish at a casual pollería or chifa costs around 12-18 soles.
Typical cheap-eats areas are along Avenida Alfredo Benavides itself, especially near markets or the Ovalo Los Parques, where anticuchos, salchipapas, or tamales are sold from carts.
Budget chains in the area are Plaza Vea, Metro, and Tottus.
Affordable high-street shopping is common along Avenida Benavides or a short walk to Real Plaza Primavera mall; markets like Mercado de Surguillo are good for basics.
The cheapest way around is the urban bus (Corredor Azul, route 201-209) at 1.60 soles per ride; from the airport, take the airport bus (Airport Express) for 10-15 soles or a regular bus (route 'N' or 'D') for 2 soles to Avenida Javier Prado then connect.
Eat from menú lunch deals rather than à la carte dinners; use local bus routes instead of taxis; buy bottled water and snacks from supermarkets not convenience stores.
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 Pequeño Studio 116
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 108 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Mifarma — 23 m · ~1 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 Pequeño Studio 116?
Request a room on floors 3 to 5 at the back of the building (away from Avenida Alfredo Benavides). These upper floors minimise street noise while avoiding the lift and reception bustle on lower floors.
Which rooms should I avoid at Pequeño Studio 116?
Avoid rooms on floor 1 or 2 facing the avenue. Ground-floor rooms suffer direct street noise from Avenida Alfredo Benavides, a busy artery. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft on any floor — the lift motor hums, especially at night.
Is Pequeño Studio 116 noisy?
Avenida Alfredo Benavides is a main road with constant traffic (buses, taxis, mototaxis) from early morning until late night. Single-glazed windows are common at 3-star hotels in Lima — street-facing rooms will be noisy even on upper floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Pequeño Studio 116?
Front-facing rooms on floors 3–5 overlook Avenida Alfredo Benavides, giving a city street view. Back-facing rooms see a more residential area — less interesting but quieter. No ocean view from this address, as it's inland.
What are insider tips for staying at Pequeño Studio 116?
1. Request a back-facing room when booking — it's the single best move for sleep quality. 2. If arriving by taxi, ask the driver to drop you at the side entrance (if there is one) to avoid lobby noise during check-in.
What time is check-in at Pequeño Studio 116?
Check-in at Pequeño Studio 116 is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Pequeño Studio 116 have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests, speed ~25 Mbps down/10 Mbps up; no login restrictions, network name provided at check-in.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Pequeño Studio 116?
18% IGV and 3% municipal tax apply to the room rate; typically included in quoted rate but verify at booking.
Where can I eat cheaply near Pequeño Studio 116?
A set menú lunch (soup, main, drink) at a small local eatery costs 10-15 soles.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Pequeño Studio 116?
The cheapest way around is the urban bus (Corredor Azul, route 201-209) at 1.60 soles per ride; from the airport, take the airport bus (Airport Express) for 10-15 soles or a regular bus (route 'N' or 'D') for 2 soles to Avenida Javier Prado then connect.
When is the best time to visit Lima?
January to March: the warmest, sunniest period with highs around 27°C and very little rain. Good for walking tours and evenings on outdoor terraces without the heavy July fog.
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.