Your stay — Casa Qiru
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The Property — Casa Qiru
Casa Qiru is a 3-star timber lodge just off Oxapampa’s Plaza de Armas, with a warm, wood-panelled lobby that smells of pine and coffee. Its USP is location and character: a short walk to the market and the German–Austrian-influenced church, yet quiet enough to hear birdsong from the surrounding cloud forest. The rooms are simple but clean, with heavy blankets for cold nights and hot showers. It suits independent travellers and couples who want a solid base for hiking or town exploration, not luxury or party vibes.
Chronicles of Oxapampa
Oxapampa was founded in 1891 by Austrian and German settlers from the Pozuzo colony, who brought Tyrolean-style architecture that still dominates the central square’s wooden balconies and steep rooflines. The town grew as a coffee and fruit-growing centre, and its first hotel opened in the 1930s to serve traders on the mountain road from La Merced. Today, Oxapampa is a designated ‘Pueblo con Encanto’ (Town with Charm), blending alpine aesthetics with tropical forest surroundings. Its streets buzz with artisanal cheese shops, craft beer bars and orchid shows, while the older generation still speaks a distinct German-inflected Spanish.
Best Time to Visit
Full Oxapampa guide →Best months
May to August – dry, sunny days with temperatures around 17–22°C, clear trails for the Yanachaga–Chemillén National Park, and manageable tourist numbers outside peak holidays.
Peak / festival surge
July (Fiesta Patronal de Santa Rosa, 30 August spillover) and Easter Week: hotel prices at Casa Qiru typically rise 30–40%, rooms book out 2–3 weeks ahead. The town’s famous Feria Internacional de la Orquídea (October) also fills places.
Budget shoulder season
April and November: light rain but lower rates, quiet streets, discounted room prices at Casa Qiru (often 15–20% off peak), and still good for short walks without crowds.
Weather & packing
Oxapampa sits at 1,814m, so July nights drop to 10°C while afternoons reach 22°C – a thermal layer under a waterproof jacket is the key rule. Always pack a rain shell (even in dry season, sudden mist and drizzle can roll in) and sturdy walking shoes for cobblestone streets and forest trails.
Live City Briefing — Oxapampa
- The new ‘Mirador de los Cóndores’ viewpoint, 20 km south of town, opened in October 2025 with a concrete platform and benches – good for early-morning condor spotting without the old scramble through private farmland.
- Roadworks on the CR-110 (Oxapampa–Villa Rica section) have reduced two lanes to one between km 45–48 since June 2026, causing 15–30 minute delays; most traffic clears by 9am.
- The annual Oxapampa Coffee & Cacao Fair runs 1–3 August 2026 in the Plaza de Armas – expect stalls and live music but also tighter parking and louder evenings around the main square.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Casa Qiru, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the second floor (the top floor) facing the rear courtyard or garden side, away from the street. This gives better privacy and less foot traffic noise from reception.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing the street. They get direct noise from passing vehicles and pedestrians on Oxapampa's main drag, especially early mornings and evenings.
Best views
Upper-floor rear rooms overlook the hotel's garden or courtyard and the surrounding cloud forest hills. Street-side rooms see the town's main road.
Quietest floors
Second floor is the quietest. First floor can be acceptable if rear-facing, but avoid street side.
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from mototaxis and trucks on the main road through Oxapampa (Av. San Martín or similar). Church bells from nearby plaza. Dogs barking in the neighbourhood at night.
Insider tips
1. Park on the street if you have a car—the hotel's lot is tiny and fills fast. 2. Request a room with a fan if available; the wooden building can get stuffy without cross-breeze.
- 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 — Casa Qiru
Free for all guests; speed around 15 Mbps down; login via room number and surname.
No lift; two-storey building with stairs only.
No newsstand or physical papers; free digital access to PressReader via lobby tablet.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop allowed from 10:00 free of charge; late check-out until 16:00 for PEN 40, subject to availability.
Free for same-day; overnight storage PEN 15 per bag.
No step-free entry; one step at main door; narrow doorways; no accessible bathroom on ground floor.
No on-site parking; nearest public lot at Plaza Central (200 m) costs PEN 12 per night; no EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: 50% advance deposit via bank transfer or card link; incidental hold of PEN 200 at check-in.
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Casa Museo Schlaefli — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Change money at banks or official exchange offices (‘casas de cambio’) in town for decent rates; avoid the airport in Lima and tourist bureaux in Oxapampa — they give poor rates.
Cards (Visa/MC) accepted at most established shops, hotels, and restaurants in town; contactless common. Cash essential for markets, street stalls, small transport, and rural areas.
Not required but appreciated: round up taxi fares; leave 5-10% in restaurants if service charge isn’t included (check bill); hotel staff – small tip for porter/maid (5-10 soles).
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A simple cup of filter coffee from a local café or bakery: 3-5 soles.
Set lunch (menu del día) with soup, main, and drink at family-run eateries: 10-15 soles.
Main course at a casual local restaurant: 12-18 soles.
Look for stalls near the main plaza and market selling empanadas, tamales, or sliced fruit with lime — quick and cheap (2-5 soles).
Supermarkets like Plaza Vea or Metro (Oxapampa town) for basics; local market for fruit, veg, and fresh bread.
Small clothing stalls at the weekly market in Oxapampa (Saturdays) for affordable basics; Mercado de Artesanías for local alpaca-wool items.
Minibus (combi) within town: 1 sol per ride. From Oxapampa’s bus terminal to the centre: walking (10 min) or a short mototaxi ride for 2 soles. No airport here — the nearest airport is in Lima (7-8 hrs by bus); budget bus from Lima to Oxapampa via La Merced costs around 40-60 soles.
Book accommodation in advance during high season (June-August); eat where locals queue for lunch menus; buy fruit and snacks at the market, not tourist shops near the plaza.
Good to know — Oxapampa
Type A/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ PEN 3.39 · PEN
Emergency Contacts
OxapampaWhere to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Oxapampa, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Casa Qiru
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Oxapampa Bus Terminal → Frau Carolina Egg (Jr. Alejandro von Humboldt)
💡 Haggle to 8 soles max if you're solo. For luggage or groups, wait for a three-wheeled motocar—more stable than a regular mototaxi. Tip: confirm driver knows Frau Carolina Egg (it's a well-known hotel near the plaza).
Lima (Plaza Norte or Javier Prado) → Oxapampa Bus Terminal
💡 Catch the 10 pm bus for the most comfortable ride. Book VIP seats for reclining beds—the road gets winding after La Merced. Alight at the terminal, then take a mototaxi to Frau Carolina Egg (10 mins, $2–$3).
Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) → Frau Carolina Egg, Oxapampa
💡 Book through Turismo Oxapampa or Hotel Frau Carolina directly. Negotiate a flat rate for the 8-hour drive through La Oroya—drivers know the shortcuts.
La Merced (main terminal) → Oxapampa (Plaza de Armas)
💡 Cheapest option if you're already in La Merced. Collectivos leave when full—arrive early. The driver can drop you near Jr. Alejandro von Humboldt, a short walk from Frau Carolina Egg.
About Oxapampa
Wikipedia ↗
Oxapampa is the capital of Oxapampa District and Oxapampa Province in Peru in the eastern part of the Pasco Region. Oxapampa belongs to the natural region known as Selva Alta or high jungle. 80 kilometres (50 miles) northward down the valley of the Huancabamba River is the settlement of Pozuzo (alti...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Casa Qiru?
Request a room on the second floor (the top floor) facing the rear courtyard or garden side, away from the street. This gives better privacy and less foot traffic noise from reception.
Which rooms should I avoid at Casa Qiru?
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing the street. They get direct noise from passing vehicles and pedestrians on Oxapampa's main drag, especially early mornings and evenings.
Is Casa Qiru noisy?
Street noise from mototaxis and trucks on the main road through Oxapampa (Av. San Martín or similar). Church bells from nearby plaza. Dogs barking in the neighbourhood at night.
Which rooms have the best views at Casa Qiru?
Upper-floor rear rooms overlook the hotel's garden or courtyard and the surrounding cloud forest hills. Street-side rooms see the town's main road.
What are insider tips for staying at Casa Qiru?
1. Park on the street if you have a car—the hotel's lot is tiny and fills fast. 2. Request a room with a fan if available; the wooden building can get stuffy without cross-breeze.
What time is check-in at Casa Qiru?
Check-in at Casa Qiru is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Casa Qiru have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests; speed around 15 Mbps down; login via room number and surname.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Casa Qiru?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Casa Qiru?
Set lunch (menu del día) with soup, main, and drink at family-run eateries: 10-15 soles.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Casa Qiru?
Minibus (combi) within town: 1 sol per ride. From Oxapampa’s bus terminal to the centre: walking (10 min) or a short mototaxi ride for 2 soles. No airport here — the nearest airport is in Lima (7-8 hrs by bus); budget bus from Lima to Oxapampa via La Merced costs around 40-60 soles.
When is the best time to visit Oxapampa?
May to August – dry, sunny days with temperatures around 17–22°C, clear trails for the Yanachaga–Chemillén National Park, and manageable tourist numbers outside peak holidays.
Top Attractions in Oxapampa
💡 Cheapest prices at the far end stalls. Try the queso mantecoso (butter cheese) before you buy; it costs 12 soles per kilo. Go in the morning for freshest produce.
💡 It's often locked; ask at the house next door (yellow gate) for the key. No cameras allowed inside during mass on Sunday mornings.
💡 Go at sunset when the light hits the church tower. Street food vendors sell grilled corn and anticuchos for a few soles.
💡 The trail to Catarata Las Pavas is 4 km round trip and free. Bring insect repellent and waterproof shoes. No food inside, so pack lunch.
💡 Entry is 5 soles (about £1). Ask the caretaker to unlock the back room with the traditional costumes. Allow 40 minutes.