Your stay — Los limoneros
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The Property — Los limoneros
Los limoneros is a no-frills three-star hotel in central Moquegua. The lobby feels like a clean, tiled waiting room with a reception desk and a small sitting area, and the rooms are basic but functional, with reliable hot water and air conditioning. Its USP is straightforward value: a quiet, safe base for exploring the city and the nearby vineyards, best for budget-conscious travellers who spend little time indoors.
Chronicles of Moquegua
Moquegua was founded by Spanish colonists in 1541 and was an important stop on the Inca road network. Its colonial core retains whitewashed adobe houses with wooden balconies, and the Plaza de Armas is dominated by the neoclassical Cathedral of Santa Catalina. After the War of the Pacific the city rebuilt with a mix of republican and early-20th-century architecture, and today it is known for its pisco and wine traditions, which gave rise to an annual harvest festival.
Best Time to Visit
Full Moquegua guide →Best months
June–August: dry, sunny days with highs around 23–25°C, low rain, and few crowds compared to coastal cities.
Peak / festival surge
August: the Semana de Moquegua festival (city anniversary) fills hotels; prices rise by 20–30%. Carnival (February) also draws visitors.
Budget shoulder season
April–May and September–October: cooler, quieter, and 10–15% cheaper; still mostly dry.
Weather & packing
Moquegua can be sunny and 25°C at midday but drop to 10°C after dark. Pack a fleece or light jacket and a warm layer for evenings.
Live City Briefing — Moquegua
- The main square is undergoing cobblestone repaving until August 2026—expect some pedestrian detours and noise during the day.
- Two new pisco tasting rooms opened on Calle Central in early 2026, offering free samples with vineyard tours.
- Tourist police patrols have increased around the bus terminal and central market due to a recent pickpocketing rise.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Los limoneros, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor, facing away from Calle Lima (the back side of the building). These upper floors minimise street noise and avoid the lift mechanism.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor or first-floor rooms facing the street (Calle Lima side). Also skip any room directly adjacent to the lift shaft, which can vibrate at night.
Best views
The best view is from upper rear-facing rooms (3rd-4th floor) overlooking the inner courtyard or the rooftops and hills beyond, not the street. Street-facing rooms look directly onto Lima street and commercial storefronts.
Quietest floors
3rd and 4th floors are the quietest, especially on the rear-facing side.
🔊 Noise notes
Calle Lima is a semi-busy urban street with mototaxis and local traffic during daytime. The hotel's lift is a slow hydraulic type, which can rumble through adjacent walls on lower floors.
Insider tips
1) Check in early to request a rear-facing room on a high floor – availability is limited. 2) There's no dedicated hotel parking; use the pay lot on Calle Ayacucho two blocks north for safer overnight parking.
- 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 — Los limoneros
Free for all guests. Speed around 10 Mbps, adequate for browsing and email. Login via room number and surname, no time limit.
No lift. Three floors, stairs only. No historic section quirk, it's a straightforward budget hotel.
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand. Lobby has a small TV on local channels.
Check-in from 13:00, check-out by 12:00. Early bag drop free if room not ready. Late check-out until 14:00 costs S/ 30, subject to availability.
Free at reception after checkout or before check-in. No locked room, just behind the desk.
Step at main entrance (about 10 cm). No ramp. Narrow staircases. Not wheelchair-accessible. Ground floor rooms available on request, but still one small step into the room.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is Estacionamiento Moquegua on Calle San Martín, two blocks away, S/ 10 per night. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: First night charged as deposit at booking. At check-in, a S/ 50 hold on your card for incidentals.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Parrquia San Francisco de Asís (819 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Catedral Santo Domingo (881 m · ~11 min walk)
- Church: Parroquia Virgen de las Mercedes (938 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días (1.2 km · ~14 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Parque Santa Fortunata — 215 m · ~3 min walk
Museo Contisuyo — 708 m · ~9 min walk
Auditorio El Amauta — 639 m · ~8 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Banco de la Nación — 686 m · ~9 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use ATMs for best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at airport or tourist areas due to poor rates and hidden fees.
Major credit/debit cards accepted in hotels, larger shops, and restaurants in central areas; smaller eateries and markets are cash-only.
No mandatory tipping; 5-10% in restaurants for good service, optional small change for taxis and hotel staff.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Local coffee at a market stall or simple café: around S/ 3-5.
Menu del día (set lunch) at a local eatery: typically S/ 8-12.
Basic main course at a family-run restaurant: about S/ 10-15.
Market stalls and street corners near Plaza de Armas for anticuchos, empanadas, and fruit juices.
Supermercados like Metro or Plaza Vea are common budget options.
Mercado Central and surrounding streets for affordable basic clothing and textiles.
Local combis (minibuses) cost around S/ 1-2 per ride; no airport in Moquegua – nearest major airport is in Arequipa, then take a bus (approx S/ 30-50).
Eat menu del día for lunch; use ATMs rather than exchange bureaux; buy street food from busy stalls for cheap, fresh meals.
Good to know — Moquegua
Type A/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ PEN 3.39 · PEN
Emergency Contacts
MoqueguaFrom any phone, dial 105 for police, 117 for ambulance, 116 for fire. For general emergencies or civil defence, call 115. Keep these numbers handy; local Spanish may be needed to direct responders.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Moquegua, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Los limoneros
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Banco de la Nación — 686 m · ~9 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Parque El Mirador stop → Near Posada Inkawasi (Av. Balta)
💡 Combis run set routes but stop anywhere. For Posada Inkawasi, take any combi signed 'Centro' from the Mirador and ask the driver to let you off at the corner of Calle Moquegua. Have coins ready — no change given.
Arequipa Terminal Terrestre → Moquegua Terminal Terrestre
💡 Flores or Civa buses are reliable. Sit on the right side for the best valley views approaching the city. From the terminal, Posada Inkawasi is a 10-minute walk or 4-sol taxi ride.
Anywhere in Moquegua city centre → Posada Inkawasi or local destinations
💡 Taxis don't have meters. For a short ride within town, 3–4 soles is standard. If you need one after 10 pm, use the 'Taxi Moquegua' app — reliable but cost 5 soles minimum.
Ilo Airport (ILQ) → Posada Inkawasi, Moquegua
💡 Agencies at Ilo Airport charge around 50 soles. Negotiate in advance or your hotel can arrange a fixed rate of 40 soles if you book by WhatsApp before arrival.
About Moquegua
Wikipedia ↗Club Deportivo Moquegua, shortened to Deportivo Moquegua or CD Moquegua, is a Peruvian professional football club based in Moquegua, Peru. It was founded in 2021 as UCV Moquegua, a sub-division club of the Universidad César Vallejo. In 2024, the club changed their name to Deportivo Moquegua. The clu...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Los limoneros?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor, facing away from Calle Lima (the back side of the building). These upper floors minimise street noise and avoid the lift mechanism.
Which rooms should I avoid at Los limoneros?
Avoid ground-floor or first-floor rooms facing the street (Calle Lima side). Also skip any room directly adjacent to the lift shaft, which can vibrate at night.
Is Los limoneros noisy?
Calle Lima is a semi-busy urban street with mototaxis and local traffic during daytime. The hotel's lift is a slow hydraulic type, which can rumble through adjacent walls on lower floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Los limoneros?
The best view is from upper rear-facing rooms (3rd-4th floor) overlooking the inner courtyard or the rooftops and hills beyond, not the street. Street-facing rooms look directly onto Lima street and commercial storefronts.
What are insider tips for staying at Los limoneros?
1) Check in early to request a rear-facing room on a high floor – availability is limited. 2) There's no dedicated hotel parking; use the pay lot on Calle Ayacucho two blocks north for safer overnight parking.
What time is check-in at Los limoneros?
Check-in at Los limoneros is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Los limoneros have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests. Speed around 10 Mbps, adequate for browsing and email. Login via room number and surname, no time limit.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Los limoneros?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Los limoneros?
Menu del día (set lunch) at a local eatery: typically S/ 8-12.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Los limoneros?
Local combis (minibuses) cost around S/ 1-2 per ride; no airport in Moquegua – nearest major airport is in Arequipa, then take a bus (approx S/ 30-50).
When is the best time to visit Moquegua?
June–August: dry, sunny days with highs around 23–25°C, low rain, and few crowds compared to coastal cities.
Top Attractions in Moquegua
💡 Ask the guard to show you the secret underground tunnel entrance in the courtyard. Free entry on Sundays; otherwise 2 soles.
💡 Cross it just before lunchtime to see kids jumping into the river from the banks below. Don't stand still too long—mototaxis honk continuously.
💡 Walk up Calle Ayacucho from the plaza—it's steep but quick (15 minutes). Bring water; no shops at the top.
💡 Go at sunset for the best light on the cathedral facade. Street vendors sell picarones (sweet potato doughnuts) for about 1 sol.
💡 The entry costs 3 soles and includes a small glass of pisco. Go before 11 AM, when tours are in Spanish only but the guide will slow down if you ask.