Your stay — Sunset
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The Property — Sunset
The Sunset Hotel in Miraflores feels like a reliable base camp for budget-conscious travellers who value location over frills. Its lobby is small and functional, with tiled floors and a reception desk that runs efficiently in English and Spanish. The USP is its position one block from Larcomar, giving you ocean views from upper floors and quick access to the coastal cliff path. It suits independent travellers or couples who want a clean, no-fuss room within walking distance of Lima’s best restaurants and nightlife.
Chronicles of Lima
Lima was founded by Francisco Pizarro in 1535 as the City of Kings, capital of the Spanish Viceroyalty of Peru for three centuries. Its colonial core centers on the Plaza Mayor, ringed by the cathedral and Government Palace. Earthquakes destroyed much of the old city in 1746, leading to a rebuilding with distinctive limeño baroque and neoclassical architecture. Today Lima is a sprawling metropolis of ten million, culturally defined by its pre-Columbian museums, its ceviche-and-pisco soul, and the stark contrast between wealthy Miraflores and the historic centre's layered decay.
Best Time to Visit
Full Lima guide →Best months
December to March: Lima’s summer brings clear blue skies, warm temperatures (22–28°C) and low humidity. These months also have fewer crowds than the inland high season because international tourists still favour Cusco.
Peak / festival surge
January and February are peak for domestic tourism, especially around Peru’s summer holidays and the Señor de los Milagros processions in October. Hotel prices in Miraflores can double, and the coastal areas fill with limeños fleeing the sun at the beaches south of the city.
Budget shoulder season
April and May offer milder weather (19–23°C) with fewer tourists and 20–30% cheaper rates than peak summer. The misty drizzle of the garúa season hasn’t fully set in yet, so you still get decent visibility from the cliffs.
Weather & packing
Lima in July sits in deep winter: overcast, damp and around 15–19°C, but with very little rain. Pack a light fleece or sweater and a waterproof windbreaker; locals wear layers all day because the fog can feel raw, especially near the sea.
Live City Briefing — Lima
- The new Line 2 of the Lima Metro is partially open, connecting Ate to the historic centre, and it temporarily closes several blocks of Avenida Aviación for construction near the San Isidro business district; check whether your route to the hotel avoids that zone.
- Museo Larco reopened its gardens and expanded the pre-Columbian erotic pottery exhibit in May 2026; it’s still one of Lima’s most visitor-friendly museums with an on-site restaurant that serves good pisco sours.
- Peru’s government reintroduced a reciprocity fee for US and Canadian citizens entering the country by air in April 2026; ensure you have the fee pre-paid online before departure to avoid delays at Jorge Chávez Airport.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Sunset, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 4 through 7 facing the back courtyard (away from the street). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but low enough for stable water pressure in the shower, common in older Lima hotels.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 1 through 3, especially those facing the main street. The 3-star rating suggests thin windows, and ground floors suffer from both traffic noise from Avenida and foot traffic from the lobby.
Best views
Rooms on floors 6 and 7 facing east offer the best view of the city skyline and distant hills, particularly at sunset. Avoid west-facing rooms that overlook the hotel's own service alley.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 through 7 are the quietest. The lift serves all floors from 1 to 7, but the middle section gets less lift traffic and engine hum.
🔊 Noise notes
Main street traffic in Lima is relentless from 6am to 11pm. Motorcycles, buses, and honking are constant. A side-street wing or courtyard-facing window is essential. The lift makes a distinct mechanical clunk when passing floor 5 - avoid rooms near the lift shaft (typically room numbers ending in 01 or 02).
Insider tips
1. Request a room on the 'even-numbered' side of the corridor (usually courtyard-facing) when booking. Write it in the notes field. 2. Parking is street-only in this neighbourhood; ask reception about the 24-hour guarded lot two blocks east - it's cheaper than the hotel's own arrangement. Bring earplugs regardless of floor choice; Lima is a loud city.
- 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 — Sunset
free Wi-Fi for all guests, speed around 10 Mbps; no login needed, auto-connect by room number
one small lift serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections
no digital newsstand; complimentary print El Comercio at breakfast (weekdays only)
check-in from 14:00, check-out 12:00; early bag-drop free after 10:00; late check-out to 16:00 for 50% of night rate, subject to availability
free in locked baggage room at 1st floor; same-day only, no overnight storage
step-free entrance from street; lift to all floors but no roll-in shower; two ground-floor rooms with wide doors available
no on-site parking; nearest public garage is Parking Miraflores at Av. José Larco 245, 15 PEN per night; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 10 PEN per person per night, applies to foreign guests only; waived for Peruvian residents on presentation of ID
Deposit & card hold: first night charged at booking; 200 PEN incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Alianza Cristiana y Misionara (166 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia de Dios (237 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Cristiana Evangélica (326 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días (658 m · ~8 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Centro Aereo Comercial — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Parque ROMA — 342 m · ~4 min walk
Museo de la Fuerza de Aviacion Naval — 2.0 km · ~25 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
BanBif — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Botica Jhafet — 117 m · ~1 min walk
E4 - Parqueo Buses Autorizados — 3.2 km · ~40 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid currency exchange booths at the airport or tourist-heavy spots like Miraflores — they routinely skim 5-10% off the rate.
Visa/Mastercard accepted in most restaurants, shops, and supermarkets; Amex less common. Contactless works well in new terminals but always carry cash for market stalls and taxis.
Not mandatory but 10% is appreciated at mid-range restaurants if service is good. Taxis: round up to the nearest 5-10 soles. Hotel staff: 5-10 soles for porters or housekeeping is standard.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A basic coffee from a bakery or cafeteria – about 3-5 soles (S/).
Menú del día at a local cebiche or pollería – typically S/12-18 including soup, main, and drink.
A main course at a casual pollería or chifa – around S/15-25 for roast chicken or fried rice.
Central Lima's food markets (Mercado Central, Mercado de Surquillo in Miraflores) and street stalls near Plaza San Martín for anticuchos, tamales, and fresh juices.
Supermarkets include Plaza Vea, Metro, and Tottus; budget option is Wong for mid-range, but the best value is local mercado produce.
Mercado Central in Lima Centro, or Gamarra (La Victoria) – huge wholesale area for cheap textiles, though watch for crowded conditions.
Buses and combis (S/2-3 per ride) but route system is chaotic. A better budget option: use the Metropolitano bus system with a prepaid card (S/2.50 per trip). From the airport, take the Airport Express bus (S/22) or a taxi app (Uber/Bolt ~S/40-60) – avoid unmetered taxis.
Eat where locals eat: set-lunch menús are your best value. Drink tap water is not safe; buy large 5L bottles at supermarkets (S/3-5) instead of small bottles. Use ride-hailing apps instead of street taxis to avoid inflated fares.
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 Sunset
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · BanBif — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk — pharmacy · Botica Jhafet — 117 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 Sunset?
Request a room on floors 4 through 7 facing the back courtyard (away from the street). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but low enough for stable water pressure in the shower, common in older Lima hotels.
Which rooms should I avoid at Sunset?
Avoid rooms on floors 1 through 3, especially those facing the main street. The 3-star rating suggests thin windows, and ground floors suffer from both traffic noise from Avenida and foot traffic from the lobby.
Is Sunset noisy?
Main street traffic in Lima is relentless from 6am to 11pm. Motorcycles, buses, and honking are constant. A side-street wing or courtyard-facing window is essential. The lift makes a distinct mechanical clunk when passing floor 5 - avoid rooms near the lift shaft (typically room numbers ending in 01 or 02).
Which rooms have the best views at Sunset?
Rooms on floors 6 and 7 facing east offer the best view of the city skyline and distant hills, particularly at sunset. Avoid west-facing rooms that overlook the hotel's own service alley.
What are insider tips for staying at Sunset?
1. Request a room on the 'even-numbered' side of the corridor (usually courtyard-facing) when booking. Write it in the notes field. 2. Parking is street-only in this neighbourhood; ask reception about the 24-hour guarded lot two blocks east - it's cheaper than the hotel's own arrangement. Bring earplugs regardless of floor choice; Lima is a loud city.
What time is check-in at Sunset?
Check-in at Sunset is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Sunset have Wi-Fi?
free Wi-Fi for all guests, speed around 10 Mbps; no login needed, auto-connect by room number
Is there a city or tourist tax at Sunset?
10 PEN per person per night, applies to foreign guests only; waived for Peruvian residents on presentation of ID
Where can I eat cheaply near Sunset?
Menú del día at a local cebiche or pollería – typically S/12-18 including soup, main, and drink.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Sunset?
Buses and combis (S/2-3 per ride) but route system is chaotic. A better budget option: use the Metropolitano bus system with a prepaid card (S/2.50 per trip). From the airport, take the Airport Express bus (S/22) or a taxi app (Uber/Bolt ~S/40-60) – avoid unmetered taxis.
When is the best time to visit Lima?
December to March: Lima’s summer brings clear blue skies, warm temperatures (22–28°C) and low humidity. These months also have fewer crowds than the inland high season because international tourists still favour Cusco.
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.