Your stay — Hostal del Sol
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The Property — Hostal del Sol
Hostal del Sol is a practical, no-frills three-star in central Tacna, with a small courtyard and a decent breakfast spread. Its USP is location: two blocks from the main square, close to the bus terminal and the pedestrian shopping street. The lobby feels like a quiet, slightly tired waiting room—functional tile floors, a receptionist who speaks some English—but it delivers exactly what budget travellers need: clean rooms, hot water, and a safe bolthole for a night or two. Best for independent backpackers or short-stay business visitors who prioritise price and centrality over charm.
Chronicles of Tacna
Tacna was founded by Spanish conquistadors in 1541 as a mining and agricultural outpost, but its modern identity is shaped by the War of the Pacific (1879–1884), when it was occupied by Chile until 1929. The city centre still displays Republican-era architecture with neoclassical facades, notably the Cathedral of Tacna and the iconic Pileta Ornamental fountain. Today, Tacna is a bustling border city, a duty-free shopping hub for Chileans crossing the frontier, and a quiet cultural outpost with a strong pisco-sour tradition. Its streets feel more like northern Chile than inland Peru—dry, tidy, with a relaxed pace that belies its trading-hub energy.
Best Time to Visit
Full Tacna guide →Best months
May and September: shoulder months with cool, dry weather (mid-teens to low-20s °C), significantly fewer tourists, and manageable crowds at the Mercado Central and the Cathedral.
Peak / festival surge
July (winter break) and August (Fiesta de Tacna, 28 August). Schools are on holiday; the Fiesta brings parades, processions, and a surge in domestic tourism. Hotel prices can jump 30–50% above the norm, and rooms in the Hostal del Sol book out weeks in advance.
Budget shoulder season
April, October, November: discounts of 15–25% off peak rates, mild daytime temperatures (around 22–25 °C), low humidity, and uncrowded museums and shopping streets.
Weather & packing
Tacna sits in the Atacama Desert coastal strip, so nights can drop below 10 °C even in summer. Pack layers: a light jacket or fleece for evenings, plus something convertible (e.g., long-sleeve tee) for the warm afternoons. A windproof shell is smart—the city can be breezy year-round.
Live City Briefing — Tacna
- The Tacna–Arica border crossing has new extended hours (6am–midnight) as of early 2026, reducing queues for day-trippers and bargain hunters.
- Construction on the Paseo Cívico pedestrian plaza is underway (completion due late 2026), so expect some noise and detours near Plaza de Armas.
- Several new Korean-Mexican fusion food trucks have set up along Av. Bolognesi, popular with local students—worth a budget lunch detour.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hostal del Sol, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Top-floor rooms at the back of the hotel, away from the street front. In a 3-star Tacna property without a lift, the top floor (likely third floor) is the quietest, as foot traffic through the corridor tapers off. Request a rear-facing room if possible; the address 'Tacna' suggests a central avenue, so backing onto a quieter street or courtyard helps.
Rooms to avoid
Ground-floor rooms near the front entrance and reception. Street noise from Tacna's main avenues can be significant, especially during the day. Also skip rooms directly above a restaurant or bar if one exists; the property doesn't list one, but many 3-star hostals have a ground-floor eatery.
Best views
Rear-facing rooms on the third floor offer a view of Tacna's rooftops and distant hills, rather than the main street. Front-facing rooms look onto the avenue, which is active but not scenic.
Quietest floors
Third floor (top floor). Without a lift, fewer guests choose to climb, so foot traffic noise is minimal. The higher floor also reduces street noise from Tacna's busy roads.
🔊 Noise notes
Tacna's central location means traffic noise from buses, taxis, and mototaxis from early morning until late evening. There may also be noise from nearby markets or street vendors, common in Peruvian border cities.
Insider tips
1) If arriving by car, ask about street parking or a nearby garage—many 3-star hostals in Tacna lack private parking. 2) Carry earplugs; even the quietest rooms can get noise from the corridor, as walls are thin in older buildings. 3) Check-in early to secure a rear-facing top-floor room, as these are limited and first-come, first-served.
- 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 del Sol
Free basic Wi-Fi (2 Mbps) for all guests; paid upgrade to 10 Mbps costs S/ 15 per day; login with room number and surname
One small lift serves all four floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital access to El Comercio and Peru21 via tablet in lobby; no physical newspapers
Check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop from 08:00; late check-out until 18:00 with a fee of S/ 60 if available; standard checkout 12:00
Free storage for same-day arrivals/departures; longer storage costs S/ 10 per day per item
Step-free entry from street via a ramp; lift to all floors; no grab bars in all bathrooms; wheelchairs fit corridors but some doors are narrow
No on-site parking; nearest public car park is Estacionamiento Tacna at Av. San Martín 152 (S/ 8 per night); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 18% IVA (included in rate) plus S/ 4.00 per person per night municipal tourist tax payable at check-in
Deposit & card hold: 50% advance deposit required by bank transfer or card link; a hold of S/ 100 for incidentals at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Parroquia Nuestra Señora de Fatima (379 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Fuente de Vida (693 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Evangelica Pentecostal (786 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Virgen de Chapi (905 m · ~11 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Centro Comercial Centenario — 487 m · ~6 min walk
Leoncio Prado — 218 m · ~3 min walk
Casa Jurídica — 1.8 km · ~23 min walk
Teatro Municipal de Tacna — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 812 m · ~10 min walk
Botica Juan Pablo II — 279 m · ~3 min walk
Tienda Abarrotes Yoselin — 759 m · ~9 min walk
Terminal Bolognesi — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Change money at banks or official exchange houses (casas de cambio) in the city centre; avoid the airport and tourist bureaux for poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard accepted in most hotels, restaurants, and larger shops; smaller stalls and taxis prefer cash; contactless is rare.
No mandatory tipping; round up the bill in restaurants for good service (10% is generous), taxis don't expect it, and hotel staff appreciate a few soles per bag or for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A basic coffee from a street-side café or bakery costs around S/3-S/5.
A set menú del día at a local cebichería or mercado stands for S/10-S/15.
A main of grilled chicken or lomo saltado in a simple eatery runs about S/15-S/20.
Anticuchos (grilled skewers) and picarones (sweet fritters) from stalls around the main market or Plaza de Armas are cheap and filling.
Tottus and Plaza Vea are common budget supermarkets in Tacna.
Clothing is best bought at the Mercado Central or the fair near Avenida San Martín for affordable basics.
Combis (shared minivans) cost S/1.50 per ride; from Tacna airport, a colectivo (shared taxi) into town costs about S/10 per person.
Eat menú del día for lunch instead of dinner; drink tap water bottled; use combis instead of taxis for local trips.
Good to know — Tacna
Type A/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ PEN 3.4 · PEN
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Tacna, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hostal del Sol
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 812 m · ~10 min walk — pharmacy · Botica Juan Pablo II — 279 m · ~3 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Yolanda Hostal (Av. Coronel Francisco Bolognesi 351) → Terminal Terrestre (Long-distance bus station)
💡 Take any 'Terminal' or '28 de Julio' micro running along Bolognesi. They're cramped and loud but only 1.50 soles. Have exact change—drivers won't break a 20. The stop is directly in front of the hostal.
Coronel Carlos Ciriani Santa Rosa International Airport (TCQ) → Yolanda Hostal (Av. Coronel Francisco Bolognesi 351)
💡 Official airport taxis cost a fixed 12 soles to central Tacna. The stand is outside arrivals; don't accept rides from touts inside the terminal, who will double the price. Pay in soles, not dollars.
Yolanda Hostal (Av. Coronel Francisco Bolognesi 351) → Tacna-Chacalluta Border Crossing (Chile)
💡 Ask the hostal reception to call a radio taxi for the border—fixed 20 soles is standard. Do not take a random street taxi for this route; they'll charge 30+ soles once you're in the car. For exit procedures, leave at least 2 hours before your intended crossing due to queues.
Yolanda Hostal (Av. Coronel Francisco Bolognesi 351) → Anywhere within central Tacna
💡 Flag down a white taxi on Bolognesi; state your destination before getting in. Short trips within the central zone should be 4-5 soles. For longer rides (e.g. to the bus terminal), negotiate to 7 soles. Avoid drivers who quote in dollars.
About Tacna
Wikipedia ↗
Tacna (Spanish pronunciation: [ˈtaɣna]; Aymara and Quechua: Taqna), officially San Pedro de Tacna, is a city in southern Peru and the capital of the department of Tacna. Located in the Caplina River valley about 35 km (22 mi) north of the border with Chile, it is one of the country's main commercial...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hostal del Sol?
Top-floor rooms at the back of the hotel, away from the street front. In a 3-star Tacna property without a lift, the top floor (likely third floor) is the quietest, as foot traffic through the corridor tapers off. Request a rear-facing room if possible; the address 'Tacna' suggests a central avenue, so backing onto a quieter street or courtyard helps.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hostal del Sol?
Ground-floor rooms near the front entrance and reception. Street noise from Tacna's main avenues can be significant, especially during the day. Also skip rooms directly above a restaurant or bar if one exists; the property doesn't list one, but many 3-star hostals have a ground-floor eatery.
Is Hostal del Sol noisy?
Tacna's central location means traffic noise from buses, taxis, and mototaxis from early morning until late evening. There may also be noise from nearby markets or street vendors, common in Peruvian border cities.
Which rooms have the best views at Hostal del Sol?
Rear-facing rooms on the third floor offer a view of Tacna's rooftops and distant hills, rather than the main street. Front-facing rooms look onto the avenue, which is active but not scenic.
What are insider tips for staying at Hostal del Sol?
1) If arriving by car, ask about street parking or a nearby garage—many 3-star hostals in Tacna lack private parking. 2) Carry earplugs; even the quietest rooms can get noise from the corridor, as walls are thin in older buildings. 3) Check-in early to secure a rear-facing top-floor room, as these are limited and first-come, first-served.
What time is check-in at Hostal del Sol?
Check-in at Hostal del Sol is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hostal del Sol have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (2 Mbps) for all guests; paid upgrade to 10 Mbps costs S/ 15 per day; login with room number and surname
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hostal del Sol?
18% IVA (included in rate) plus S/ 4.00 per person per night municipal tourist tax payable at check-in
Where can I eat cheaply near Hostal del Sol?
A set menú del día at a local cebichería or mercado stands for S/10-S/15.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hostal del Sol?
Combis (shared minivans) cost S/1.50 per ride; from Tacna airport, a colectivo (shared taxi) into town costs about S/10 per person.
When is the best time to visit Tacna?
May and September: shoulder months with cool, dry weather (mid-teens to low-20s °C), significantly fewer tourists, and manageable crowds at the Mercado Central and the Cathedral.
Top Attractions in Tacna
💡 Free guided tours in Spanish are available after Sunday mass (10:30); ask the caretaker at the side door.
💡 Donations are appreciated but not required; ask the curator to show you the mummy in the back storeroom.
💡 Go late afternoon for cooler light on the trains and fewer visitors; the adjacent park has cheap ice-cream stalls.
💡 Best spot for a cheap lunch – buy anticuchos from the carts at the east gate; closes at dusk for safety.
💡 The flag-raising ceremony at 08:00 on Sundays draws locals and is worth seeing; weekdays are quieter for photos.