Your stay — The Pacific
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Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Salón del Reino de los Testigos de Jehová (207 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Evangélica Peruana (219 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Cristiana Pentecostés del Perú - Movimiento Misionero Mundial (356 m · ~4 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Museo de Historia Paracas — 84 m · ~1 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 12 m · ~1 min walk
Willy — 35 m · ~1 min walk
America — 16 m · ~1 min walk
Good to know — Paracas
Type A/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ PEN 3.4 · PEN
Emergency Contacts
ParacasWhere to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Paracas, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at The Pacific
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 12 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Willy — 35 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Lima (Plaza Norte or Javier Prado terminal) → Paracas bus station (Avenida los Libertadores)
💡 Buy tickets online a day ahead. Sit on the left side for ocean views after Pisco. From the station, it's a 15-minute, 8-sol taxi ride to the resort.
Paracas Main Plaza → Ballestas Islands Pier / Hostal El Sueño de San Martín
💡 This minibus loop is mostly for tourists. For the hostel, ask the driver to drop you at the corner of Av. Pardo and Jr. San Martín.
Plaza Norte or Javier Prado bus stations, Lima → Paracas bus terminal (2 blocks from Hotel La Hacienda)
💡 Book 'Imperial' class for reclining seats and a light meal. You can take a quick taxi from Paracas terminal to the hotel for about 3-5 soles.
Jorge Chávez International Airport → Aranwa Paracas Resort & Spa
💡 Book through the hotel or a licensed service like Taxi Green. Avoid unmarked cabs at the airport — most are safe but will overcharge.
Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) → Hostal El Sueño de San Martín
💡 Negotiate to 150–180 PEN before getting in. The hostel can arrange a return for the same price.
Paracas bus station (Avenida los Libertadores) → Aranwa Paracas Resort & Spa
💡 These white vans run between the station and the waterfront. Flag one down; the fare is per seat. They're bumpy but fine for short trips — just tell the driver 'Aranwa'.
Paracas town centre (Av. Los Libertadores) → Doubletree by Hilton Paracas
💡 Flag down the white minibuses with 'Paracas' sign. The driver may drop you at hotel entrance if asked — no extra charge.
Lima (Miraflores or Barranco hubs) → Aranwa Paracas Resort & Spa (hotel drop-off)
💡 This door-to-door service costs triple the standard bus but saves taxi hassle and is well-timed for resort check-in. Reserve via their website.
Lima Javier Prado terminal → Paracas main street (2 km from Hotel El Mirador)
💡 Cheaper than Cruz del Sur but less comfortable. From the drop-off, a mototaxi to Hotel El Mirador costs about 5 soles. Buy your ticket at the terminal—no advance booking needed.
Miraflores or Barranco, Lima → Hotel La Hacienda, Paracas
💡 Peru Hop stops directly at the hotel. Includes a short stop at a sand dune viewpoint. Cheaper if booked online at least a week ahead.
Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) → Hotel El Mirador, Paracas
💡 Arrange with Hotel El Mirador directly—they often recommend trusted drivers charging around 280-300 soles. Avoid unlicensed taxis at the airport; use the official taxi counter inside arrivals. This is the best choice if you have an early or late flight.
Lima International Airport (LIM) → Doubletree by Hilton Paracas
💡 Use the official Taxi Green counter inside arrivals — more reliable than drivers outside. Negotiate round-trip for 600 PEN.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is check-in at The Pacific?
Check-in at The Pacific is from null. Check-out is by null.
Top Attractions in Paracas
💡 Go just before sunset to watch the fishing boats come in and the sky turn orange—it's the best free show in town.
💡 Best for sunset photos – the light hits the boats and cliffs perfectly. Avoid swimming here; the water is murky and currents can be strong.
💡 Donations are welcome – they maintain the collection on a shoestring. Ask for the English handout at the desk. Closes for lunch between 13:00–15:00.
💡 Ceviche from the stalls costs 5-10 PEN – far cheaper than sit-down restaurants. Try the 'chicha morada' drink.
💡 Come at sunset for the pier view. Buy churros from the cart near the whale statue – 2 soles each.
💡 Walk up from the main square past the cemetery – there's a marked path. Best light is late afternoon for contrast. Take binoculars.
💡 Walk up at dusk for a free sunset show – the island silhouettes are dramatic. Avoid midday heat.
💡 Avoid midday—the sand gets hot and there's no shade. Best early morning when the light is soft and fewer people are about.