A sua permanência — Palmetto Hotel
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A propriedade — Palmetto Hotel
The Palmetto Hotel is a no-frills 3-star in Lima’s business district, San Isidro. The lobby is clean and functional, with dark leather sofas and a reception desk that speaks English without fuss. It suits travellers who want a safe, quiet base near corporate offices and the financial hub, not those seeking character or nightlife. The USP is reliability: you get a firm bed, hot water and a decent breakfast buffet for a sensible price.
Crónicas de Lima
Lima was founded in 1535 by Francisco Pizarro as Ciudad de los Reyes, making it the oldest continuously inhabited Spanish settlement in South America. Its colonial core, a UNESCO World Heritage site, showcases ornate baroque churches and wooden balconies, while the 20th century brought sprawling modernist districts like San Isidro and Miraflores. Today the city is Peru’s cultural and gastronomic powerhouse, with a fiercely proud creole identity that blends indigenous, African and European influences. Contemporary Lima is defined by its ceviche culture, a revived historic centre and a tense relationship between inequality and growth.
Melhor época para visitar
Guia completo de Lima →Melhores meses
January–March: warmest weather (24–28°C), clear skies and very little rain, so you can enjoy outdoor sites and the Malecón without clouds.
Peak / Festival Surge
July–August is peak for domestic and international tourism, driven by school holidays and the Fiestas Patrias (28–29 July) national celebrations. Hotel prices in San Isidro can jump 20–30% above average, and advance booking is essential.
Orçamento da temporada
April–June and September–November offer the best value: mild temperatures (18–22°C), fewer crowds, and hotel rates often 15–25% lower than in peak season.
Tempo e embalagem
Lima’s climate is famously grey and damp from June to October due to the Humboldt Current, with persistent low cloud and drizzle. Pack a light waterproof jacket (not an umbrella — the mist penetrates) and layers for the cool evenings, even in summer.
Livro City Briefing — Lima
- Lima’s new Metropolitano bus expansion (extending the A line to San Juan de Lurigancho) started limited operations in March 2026 – expect continued lane closures and delays on Avenida Abancay and the Panamericana Norte until full service stabilises.
- The historic centre’s pedestrianisation project on Jirón de la Unión is now complete, making the block between Plaza Mayor and Plaza San Martín a traffic-free zone; it’s a far more pleasant walk between colonial sights.
- El Niño conditions are weakening, but sea temperatures remain slightly elevated (25°C in coastal waters), so expect persistent overcast skies and occasional garúa (drizzle) along the coast during your July stay – bring that jacket.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Palmetto Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 4 or 5 – above the historic section’s third-floor stairs so you’re away from foot traffic, and high enough to reduce street noise from Av. Petit Thouars. Corner rooms at the back (facing away from the avenue) tend to be quieter.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the third floor of the historic section – stairs-only access means you’ll carry bags up, and it’s closer to the lift lobby where people come and go. Also skip rooms facing Av. Petit Thouars directly below the fourth floor – bus and taxi noise is constant, especially in morning rush hour.
Best views
Ask for a room on floor 5 facing the rear courtyard or side street – you’ll see San Isidro’s low-rise skyline and maybe a sliver of green from nearby parks. Front-facing views are just the avenue and other buildings, nothing special.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 and 5 (lift-served) – they’re high enough to buffer street din but still within the main building. Floor 1 is generally quiet if you get a room away from the reception area.
🔊 Noise notes
Av. Petit Thouars is a main road in San Isidro – constant traffic from cars, taxis and buses from around 6am to 11pm. The lift can be noisy on floors 2 and 3. The stairwell door on third floor slams. Parking entrance is on ground floor near the back – occasional car reversing beeps.
Insider tips
1. Save on parking: use the San Isidro public car park a block away (S/ 30 per day instead of S/ 50 at the hotel). 2. For a quiet check-in, arrive after 2pm when the lobby’s less busy – you’re more likely to get a room on a higher floor if you ask.
- 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
Instalações do hotel — Palmetto Hotel
Free in public areas and rooms; 100 Mbps speed; no login constraints
Serves all floors; historic section with stairs-only access on 3rd floor
Complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader); physical papers available upon request
14:00, early bag-drop available from 08:00, late check-out until 15:00 with S/ 100 fee
Available 24/7; S/ 20 per bag per day
Step-free access; wheelchair ramps at main entrance and 1st floor; no wheelchair lifts to higher floors
On-site parking available; S/ 50 per night; nearest public car park: San Isidro Parking (S/ 30 per day); EV charging available at S/ 20 per hour
Taxas, Taxas e Depósitos
City / tourist tax: S/ 1.50 per person per night
Deposit & card hold: S/ 200 advance deposit + S/ 500 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary nas proximidades
- Church: Parroquia Jesús Redentor (571 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Corazon de maria (660 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Biblica Maranga (865 m · ~11 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Ultimos Días (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
Estilo de vida e recreação local
Centro Comercial Bellavista — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
Parque Luis Germán Astete — 155 m · ~2 min walk
Museo Memoria Coronel Leoncio Prado — 2.1 km · ~26 min walk
Auditorio central — 2.5 km · ~32 min walk
5 minutos de rádio essencial
BCP — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk
Boticas & Salud — 577 m · ~7 min walk
Eddy — 711 m · ~9 min walk
Dinheiro e moeda
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use city-centre exchange houses (casas de cambio) or bank ATMs for the best rates; avoid airport and tourist-bureau cambio desks — they give poor rates and add fees.
Visa and Mastercard widely accepted in shops, restaurants and hotels; contactless and mobile pay (Apple Pay/Google Pay) common in chain stores and mid-range places; small street stalls and markets are cash-only.
Restaurants: 10% if service charge not included; taxis: no tip, round up the fare; hotel staff: 3-5 soles per bag for porters, 5-10 soles daily for housekeeping.
Comer, Comprar e Viajar em um Orçamento
Cheap car hire →A basic coffee from a bodega or market stall costs around 3-4 soles (S/).
A menú del día (soup + main + drink) at a neighbourhood eatery costs S/12–18.
A main course at a modest local restaurant runs S/18–25.
Look for anticuchos stalls on Avenida Abancay or the Mercado Central area; also ceviche carts and churros vendors near Plaza San Martín.
Plaza Vea and Metro are the main budget supermarket chains in Lima Centro; Tottus also common.
Galerías in the Centro (e.g., around Jirón de la Unión) sell affordable clothing; Gamarra district is the large wholesale-hungry market for budget buys.
The cheapest way is the Metropolitano bus system (S/1.50 per trip); from the airport, take the regular bus or a minivan to the city centre (S/4–6) rather than a taxi (S/50+).
Eat menú del día for lunch (S/12–18, the best value meal). Use the Metropolitano bus rather than taxis for most trips. Buy snacks and water from bodegas, not tourist-trap kiosks near plazas.
É bom saber — 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 Palmetto Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · BCP — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk — pharmacy · Boticas & Salud — 577 m · ~7 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Vindo ao redor
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.
Perguntas frequentes
What are the best rooms at Palmetto Hotel?
Request a room on floors 4 or 5 – above the historic section’s third-floor stairs so you’re away from foot traffic, and high enough to reduce street noise from Av. Petit Thouars. Corner rooms at the back (facing away from the avenue) tend to be quieter.
Which rooms should I avoid at Palmetto Hotel?
Avoid rooms on the third floor of the historic section – stairs-only access means you’ll carry bags up, and it’s closer to the lift lobby where people come and go. Also skip rooms facing Av. Petit Thouars directly below the fourth floor – bus and taxi noise is constant, especially in morning rush hour.
Is Palmetto Hotel noisy?
Av. Petit Thouars is a main road in San Isidro – constant traffic from cars, taxis and buses from around 6am to 11pm. The lift can be noisy on floors 2 and 3. The stairwell door on third floor slams. Parking entrance is on ground floor near the back – occasional car reversing beeps.
Which rooms have the best views at Palmetto Hotel?
Ask for a room on floor 5 facing the rear courtyard or side street – you’ll see San Isidro’s low-rise skyline and maybe a sliver of green from nearby parks. Front-facing views are just the avenue and other buildings, nothing special.
What are insider tips for staying at Palmetto Hotel?
1. Save on parking: use the San Isidro public car park a block away (S/ 30 per day instead of S/ 50 at the hotel). 2. For a quiet check-in, arrive after 2pm when the lobby’s less busy – you’re more likely to get a room on a higher floor if you ask.
What time is check-in at Palmetto Hotel?
Check-in at Palmetto Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Palmetto Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free in public areas and rooms; 100 Mbps speed; no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Palmetto Hotel?
S/ 1.50 per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Palmetto Hotel?
A menú del día (soup + main + drink) at a neighbourhood eatery costs S/12–18.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Palmetto Hotel?
The cheapest way is the Metropolitano bus system (S/1.50 per trip); from the airport, take the regular bus or a minivan to the city centre (S/4–6) rather than a taxi (S/50+).
When is the best time to visit Lima?
January–March: warmest weather (24–28°C), clear skies and very little rain, so you can enjoy outdoor sites and the Malecón without clouds.
Principais atrações em 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.