Your stay — Hospedaje Ma & Lu
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The Property — Hospedaje Ma & Lu
Hospedaje Ma & Lu is a straightforward 3-star in central Trujillo: tiled floors, cream walls, a narrow lobby with a small desk and a couple of plastic chairs. It’s clean and safe, aimed at travellers who just need a bed near the Plaza de Armas rather than any kind of charm. The USP is location and price – you get a base for walking to the cathedral and museums without a taxi.
Chronicles of Trujillo
Trujillo was founded in 1534 by Diego de Almagro as one of the first Spanish cities in Peru, its historic centre still laid out on that original grid. The colonial mansions, painted in mustard and indigo, reflect the Moche and Chimú cultures that preceded the Spanish – their adobe pyramids at nearby Chan Chan and Huaca del Sol are Unesco-listed. By the 20th century, Trujillo became a sugar and rice hub, and today it’s a quiet, walkable city known for its marinera dance and ceviche scene.
Best Time to Visit
Full Trujillo guide →Best months
July to September: dry, sunny days (around 20°C) and almost no rain, plus the city is lively but not overrun.
Peak / festival surge
Late January (Marinera Festival) and late September (Primavera Festival) see crowds spike and hotel rates jump by 30–50%. Your July stay avoids both.
Budget shoulder season
April–June and October–November: still dry, room discounts of 20–30%, fewer tourists. November also has good weather for Chan Chan visits.
Weather & packing
Trujillo’s climate is oddly foggy for a coastal desert – July mornings can be grey and damp, burning off by midday. Pack layers: a light jumper or fleece for mornings, shorts and a T‑shirt for afternoons, and always strong sunblock even on cloudy days.
Live City Briefing — Trujillo
- The historic centre’s pedestrianisation on Pizarro and Almagro streets is nearly complete, making walking easier but reducing taxi access.
- Chan Chan’s new visitor centre opened in late 2025, adding shaded seating and better toilets – useful for a July trip.
- El Mercado Central had a partial renovation in early 2026; the ceviche stalls are still operating but with fewer benches, so go early.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hospedaje Ma & Lu, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the third or fourth floor, at the back of the building (away from Jirón Zepita). These floors are high enough to reduce street noise but still served by the lift, and the rear-facing rooms should be quieter than those overlooking the street.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground and first floors, especially those facing Jirón Zepita. Ground floor may have foot traffic and street noise; first floor can pick up sounds from the lobby and lift. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft on any floor.
Best views
Rooms at the front of the hotel on floors 3 or 4 offer views over Jirón Zepita and Trujillo's historic centre rooftops. Rear rooms face quieter interior patios or neighbouring buildings.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest, given the lift likely services all floors and street noise diminishes with height.
🔊 Noise notes
Jirón Zepita is a one-way street in central Trujillo, with traffic during the day and occasional night-time activity from bars and restaurants nearby. Mototaxis and buses can be loud. The hotel may have a small bar or common area on the ground floor; ask about closing times.
Insider tips
Request a room at the back of the building when booking — the hotel may label these 'interior' rooms. Check-in can be done in Spanish only; have a translation app ready. If you have a car, ask about parking options on nearby streets or a secured lot, as the hotel likely lacks on-site parking.
- 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 — Hospedaje Ma & Lu
Free Wi-Fi throughout; speeds about 10 Mbps download, 2 Mbps upload; no login – just connect.
Small lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections.
Trujillo’s main daily newspaper (La Industria) available at reception; no digital newsstand.
Check-in from 13:00; early bag drop allowed if notified. Check-out by 11:00; late check-out until 14:00 for 30 PEN, subject to availability.
Free of charge for day of check-in/out; longer storage on request.
Step-free entry from street level; narrow corridors and no adapted bathroom, so partial wheelchair access only.
No on-site parking. Nearest public lot at Plaza de Armas (5-min walk), 12 PEN overnight. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: First night's rate charged at booking; a 50 PEN incidental hold on credit card at check-in (cash alternative accepted).
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Iglesia San Francisco (88 m · ~1 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Santa Clara (246 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia de Santa Ana (344 m · ~4 min walk)
- Place of worship: Centro catolico de liderazgo internacional (403 m · ~5 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Centro Comercial Plaza de Toros — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Plazuela Iquitos — 335 m · ~4 min walk
Catedralicio — 238 m · ~3 min walk
Teatro Municipal — 410 m · ~5 min walk
Las Quintanas — 1.5 km · ~18 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 245 m · ~3 min walk
Mifarma — 10 m · ~1 min walk
Inverna Biomarket — 201 m · ~3 min walk
Terminal Santa Cruz — 1.7 km · ~22 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use ATMs (often with minimal fees) on Jirón Zepita or nearby Orellana; avoid exchange booths at Trujillo airport and tourist-heavy Plaza de Armas—they give poor rates.
Visa/Mastercard accepted in most hotels, mid-range restaurants, and supermarkets; Amex rare; cash needed for street food, small shops, and combis.
10% tip in restaurants only if service is good (not automatically added); taxis round up to nearest sol; hotel staff 2–5 soles for porter/maid.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Black coffee or café con leche from a neighbourhood café or bakery kiosk: 2–3 soles.
Menú del día (soup, main, drink) in small diners on Jirón Zepita: 6–10 soles.
Main dish (e.g., lomo saltado with rice) at a local restaurant: 12–18 soles.
Afternoon anticuchos (grilled beef heart) and churros from carts near Plaza de Armas and Mercado Central, 1–3 soles each.
Main budget supermarkets here: Plaza Vea and Tottus (nearby on Av. España or Av. Miraflores).
Cheapest new clothes at Mercado Central or Real Plaza Trujillo’s basement stalls; second-hand/functional items at Polvos Trujillanos market (4–5 blocks east).
Combis (shared minibuses) cost 1.50 soles per ride within city; from airport take a colectivo (5–6 soles) or shared taxi (avoid private taxis pre-booking over 25 soles).
Always drink tap water only if boiled/filtered (buy big bottles at supermarket—2L for ~2 soles). Eat menú del día for lunch (biggest meal cheaper than dinner). Haggle politely at street markets but not in shops with fixed prices.
Good to know — Trujillo
Type A/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ PEN 3.41 · PEN
Emergency Contacts
TrujilloFrom any phone, dial 105 for police, 106 for ambulance, 116 for fire. For tourist assistance, call iPerú on (044) 294561. These numbers work across Peru but dialling from a mobile with no signal may not connect. Keep a local SIM or use a landline if possible.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Trujillo, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hospedaje Ma & Lu
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 245 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · Mifarma — 10 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Hostal Colonial (Av. España stop) → Huanchaco beach
💡 Look for 'Huanchaco' painted on the side of the combi. Sit window-side for quick views of the reed boats. Get off at the end of the line, just past the surf breaks. The ride can be bumpy.
Hostal Colonial (Av. España stop) → Chan Chan archaeological site (main entrance)
💡 Flag down any bus with a 'Chan Chan' sign on the windshield—the route runs along Avenida España. Get ready to hop off as you see the Chan Chan entrance wall. Carry small coins.
Capitán FAP Carlos Martínez de Pinillos Airport (TRU) → Hostal Colonial, Trujillo
💡 Use the green 'Taxi Autorizado' booth inside the terminal—pay 15 soles flat rate. Avoid unmarked drivers loitering outside; they’ll quote double.
Capitán FAP Carlos Martínez de Pinillos Airport (TRU) → Jirón Independencia (Civic centre, 4 blocks from Hostal Colonial)
💡 Walk out to the main road—colectivos marked 'La Esperanza' or 'Centro' pass by every few minutes. Cheap, but you’ll share space. Exit at the Plaza de Armas and walk east.
About Trujillo
Wikipedia ↗
Trujillo (Spanish: [tɾuˈxiʝo]; Quechua: Truhillu; Mochica: Cɥimor) is a city in coastal northwestern Peru and the capital of the Department of La Libertad. It is the third most populous city and center of the third most populous metropolitan area of Peru. It is located on the banks of the Moche Rive...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hospedaje Ma & Lu?
Request a room on the third or fourth floor, at the back of the building (away from Jirón Zepita). These floors are high enough to reduce street noise but still served by the lift, and the rear-facing rooms should be quieter than those overlooking the street.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hospedaje Ma & Lu?
Avoid rooms on the ground and first floors, especially those facing Jirón Zepita. Ground floor may have foot traffic and street noise; first floor can pick up sounds from the lobby and lift. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft on any floor.
Is Hospedaje Ma & Lu noisy?
Jirón Zepita is a one-way street in central Trujillo, with traffic during the day and occasional night-time activity from bars and restaurants nearby. Mototaxis and buses can be loud. The hotel may have a small bar or common area on the ground floor; ask about closing times.
Which rooms have the best views at Hospedaje Ma & Lu?
Rooms at the front of the hotel on floors 3 or 4 offer views over Jirón Zepita and Trujillo's historic centre rooftops. Rear rooms face quieter interior patios or neighbouring buildings.
What are insider tips for staying at Hospedaje Ma & Lu?
Request a room at the back of the building when booking — the hotel may label these 'interior' rooms. Check-in can be done in Spanish only; have a translation app ready. If you have a car, ask about parking options on nearby streets or a secured lot, as the hotel likely lacks on-site parking.
What time is check-in at Hospedaje Ma & Lu?
Check-in at Hospedaje Ma & Lu is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hospedaje Ma & Lu have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout; speeds about 10 Mbps download, 2 Mbps upload; no login – just connect.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hospedaje Ma & Lu?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Hospedaje Ma & Lu?
Menú del día (soup, main, drink) in small diners on Jirón Zepita: 6–10 soles.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hospedaje Ma & Lu?
Combis (shared minibuses) cost 1.50 soles per ride within city; from airport take a colectivo (5–6 soles) or shared taxi (avoid private taxis pre-booking over 25 soles).
When is the best time to visit Trujillo?
July to September: dry, sunny days (around 20°C) and almost no rain, plus the city is lively but not overrun.
Top Attractions in Trujillo
💡 Check their social media or ask the guard about temporary exhibitions — they often host free photography shows or workshops on traditional crafts. It's also a quiet place to sit in the courtyard with free wifi, so useful for a mid-tour break.
💡 Visit on Sunday morning when the square becomes a pedestrian zone with crafts stalls and free dance performances from local folklore groups. The cathedral is worth a quick look inside around 10am before mass starts.
💡 The museum is small so you can cover it in 45 minutes. Check if there's a temporary exhibition on the ground floor — they often have contemporary Andean art which most tourists miss. No English labels but the staff can give a quick verbal summary if it's quiet.
💡 Visit early morning to avoid the coastal sun and dust. Bring a hat and water. The site covers a huge area; focus on the main complex rather than walking all outer walls.
💡 Wear sturdy shoes; you'll climb steep ramps. The tour is mandatory and lasts about 90 minutes — worth it because guides explain the iconography and stories behind each mural. Book a morning slot for less heat and smaller groups.