Your stay — Hostal Luna y Sol
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hostal Luna y Sol, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on the 2nd floor or above for a quieter stay. The hotel has 4 floors, and the elevator only goes up to the 3rd floor, so rooms on the 4th floor will be a good choice for those who want to avoid street noise and elevator traffic.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms near the elevator are best avoided, as the elevator can be noisy, especially during peak hours.
Best views
As the hotel is located in Paramonga, the views from the rooms are likely to be of the surrounding countryside or nearby buildings. However, rooms on the higher floors may offer a slightly better view of the surrounding landscape.
Quietest floors
2-4
🔊 Noise notes
Be aware that the hotel is located in a small town, and the streets can be noisy, especially during peak hours. Additionally, the hotel's proximity to local businesses and services may result in some background noise.
Insider tips
Arrive early for check-in, as the hotel may have limited staff and a small lobby area. Consider requesting a room with a private bathroom, as some rooms may share facilities. This is more common in smaller hotels in Peru.
- 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 — Hostal Luna y Sol
Free, 50 Mbps speed, no login constraints
Serves all floors; historic section on the second floor has stairs-only access
Complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader); no physical papers
14:00 - 22:00, early bag-drop available; late check-out until 12:00 PM with additional S/ 200 fee
Available at the front desk, S/ 10 per bag per day
Step-free access, wheelchair entries for main lobby and rooms; no elevator access to historic section
On-site parking available, S/ 20 per night; nearest public car park is 5-blocks away, S/ 15 per day; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: S/ 100 advance deposit + S/ 500 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Place of worship: Oratorio del Santisimo (989 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Parque El Reloj — 134 m · ~2 min walk
Casa de la Cultura — 1.3 km · ~17 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Banco de la Nación — 551 m · ~7 min walk
Inkafarma — 146 m · ~2 min walk
Bodega Clarita — 351 m · ~4 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
You can exchange currency at the airport, but rates are poor. Look for licensed exchange houses (casas de cambio) in the town center for better rates.
Credit and debit cards are accepted at major hotels and some restaurants, but cash is still king. Mobile payments like PayNet are accepted in some shops and cafes.
Tipping is not expected but rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10 PEN is appreciated for good service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →You can find a cup of coffee for around 5-7 PEN at a local café.
A plate of lomo saltado or a sandwich from a street food stall costs around 15-20 PEN.
A main course at a local restaurant costs around 25-35 PEN.
The central market area is where you'll find the best street food options.
Local supermarkets like Wong and Supermercado Plaza are common in the area.
You can find affordable clothing at the local markets, especially on Sundays.
The cheapest way to get around is by taking a taxi or colectivo (shared van), which costs around 5-10 PEN for a short ride. A day pass for the local colectivo system costs 10 PEN.
Bargain at markets and from street vendors.Avoid eating at touristy restaurants, as prices are higher.Use public transportation instead of taxis for longer journeys.
Good to know — Paramonga
Type A/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ PEN 3.4 · PEN
Emergency Contacts
ParamongaFor Paramonga, dial 105 for police, 117 for ambulance, 116 for fire. EU citizens can reach the Spanish embassy in Lima at +51 1 215 5000. Non-emergency foreign consulate help in Lima: US embassy +51 1 618 2000, UK +51 1 617 3200.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Paramonga, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hostal Luna y Sol
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Banco de la Nación — 551 m · ~7 min walk — pharmacy · Inkafarma — 146 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM), Lima → Hospedaje Sol y Luna, Paramonga
💡 Arrange through the hotel or a Lima taxi service like Taxi Green. The drive up the Panamericana Norte can be slow with lorries, so allow extra time.
Lima (Plaza Norte or Javier Prado terminals) → Paramonga terminal (near the main plaza)
💡 Companies like Cruz del Sur or Movil Tours run direct buses. Get off at the Paramonga stop, then it’s a 5-minute mototaxi or walk to Hospedaje Sol y Luna. Buses are basic but reliable.
Paramonga main street → Huarmey or Barranca town centres
💡 These old combis stop anywhere along the road. Useful for day trips to ruins or beaches. They can be crowded; hold your bag tight.
Paramonga bus terminal → Hospedaje Sol y Luna
💡 Mototaxis are cheaper (PEN 2) but small. Agree the fare before getting in; locals pay PEN 2–3.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hostal Luna y Sol?
Request rooms on the 2nd floor or above for a quieter stay. The hotel has 4 floors, and the elevator only goes up to the 3rd floor, so rooms on the 4th floor will be a good choice for those who want to avoid street noise and elevator traffic.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hostal Luna y Sol?
Rooms near the elevator are best avoided, as the elevator can be noisy, especially during peak hours.
Is Hostal Luna y Sol noisy?
Be aware that the hotel is located in a small town, and the streets can be noisy, especially during peak hours. Additionally, the hotel's proximity to local businesses and services may result in some background noise.
Which rooms have the best views at Hostal Luna y Sol?
As the hotel is located in Paramonga, the views from the rooms are likely to be of the surrounding countryside or nearby buildings. However, rooms on the higher floors may offer a slightly better view of the surrounding landscape.
What are insider tips for staying at Hostal Luna y Sol?
Arrive early for check-in, as the hotel may have limited staff and a small lobby area. Consider requesting a room with a private bathroom, as some rooms may share facilities. This is more common in smaller hotels in Peru.
What time is check-in at Hostal Luna y Sol?
Check-in at Hostal Luna y Sol is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hostal Luna y Sol have Wi-Fi?
Free, 50 Mbps speed, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hostal Luna y Sol?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Hostal Luna y Sol?
A plate of lomo saltado or a sandwich from a street food stall costs around 15-20 PEN.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hostal Luna y Sol?
The cheapest way to get around is by taking a taxi or colectivo (shared van), which costs around 5-10 PEN for a short ride. A day pass for the local colectivo system costs 10 PEN.
Top Attractions in Paramonga
💡 Go early (7-9am) for the freshest fish and cheapest mangoes. Avoid the main aisle at noon when it gets packed with delivery carts. Try a glass of fresh chicha morada from the corner stall.
💡 Come around 6pm when the lights come on and vendors sell picarones (sweet potato doughnuts). Grab a bench near the church side for the breeze.
💡 Walk the 700m stretch between the old pier and the fishing cove. On clear days you see pelicans diving; on windy ones, kite-surfers from Huacho sometimes show up.
💡 Go early morning (8-9am) to beat the heat and dust. The site is part-working museum, part-excavation—ask the guard for the small on-site display of recovered ceramics.
💡 Pay the extra sol for the guided tour—the local caretakers know stories not in any guidebook. Photos allowed without flash.