Your stay — Hostal Olas Norte
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The Property — Hostal Olas Norte
Hostal Olas Norte is a no-frills three-star in Trujillo’s historic centre, offering plain but clean rooms around a sunny courtyard. The lobby feels like a quiet neighbourhood living room: tiled floors, a few armchairs, and the faint smell of incense from the reception desk. It suits budget-conscious travellers who prioritise location and a sociable common area over fancy furniture. You’re two blocks from the Plaza de Armas, with the colonial balconies and street-food carts right outside the door.
Chronicles of Trujillo
Trujillo was founded in 1534 by Diego de Almagro as one of the first Spanish settlements in Peru, built atop the Chimú city of Chan Chan. Its historic centre is a showcase of Republican-era mansions with ornate wrought-iron balconies and pastel facades, earning it the nickname ‘City of Eternal Spring’. The city’s cultural identity remains anchored in Marinera, a graceful dance that rivals Lima’s traditions, and in the nearby pre-Columbian ruins of Huaca del Sol y la Luna. Modern Trujillo balances a thriving university population with a conservative, religious character, best seen during the October procession of the Lord of the Miracles.
Best Time to Visit
Full Trujillo guide →Best months
May to September: dry, sunny days (22–26°C) and cool nights, ideal for exploring Chan Chan and the historic centre without rain interruptions. Crowds are moderate; July is busier with school holidays.
Peak / festival surge
July and late January (Marinera Festival): July brings domestic tourists for winter break, pushing hotel prices up 20–30%. The Marinera Festival in January fills the city with dancers and spectators, and budget rooms get scarce.
Budget shoulder season
March and November: lower prices (often 15–20% less than peak), still decent weather (some drizzle in March but rarely all day), and far fewer tourists at the archaeological sites.
Weather & packing
Trujillo’s microclimate is a cool desert: sunny midday but chilly sea wind after 4pm. Pack layers: a lightweight jacket or fleece for evenings, and always a hat and sunscreen for the strong equatorial UV.
Live City Briefing — Trujillo
- The new bypass road around Trujillo (Vía de Evitamiento) opened in late 2024, cutting travel time from the airport to the centre by about 15 minutes, but local bus routes still confuse some drivers – stick with taxis for now.
- Chan Chan’s Tschudi Palace sector has expanded visiting hours to 6pm on weekends since March 2025, giving more time to see the adobe friezes without midday heat.
- Street food vendors around Plaza de Armas have been regulated since the mayor’s 2025 hygiene crackdown; stick to stalls with the new municipal sticker to avoid stomach issues.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hostal Olas Norte, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a ground-floor room, such as the adapted room, for easier access and potentially less noise from the street. The small lift serves all three floors, but the ground floor is likely to be quieter due to the permanent ramp and direct street access.
Rooms to avoid
Upper rooms (first and second floors) may experience patchy Wi-Fi, so consider avoiding them if a stable internet connection is essential.
Best views
Since the hotel's address is on Los Ficus, there are no notable views of the surrounding landscape or cityscape, but the ground-floor rooms may have a view of the street.
Quietest floors
Ground floor
🔊 Noise notes
Be prepared for potential street noise, as the hotel is located on a main street in Trujillo. The small lift and service entrance may also generate some noise.
Insider tips
Park at Estacionamiento Las Flores (S/15 overnight) and enjoy the 24-hour security. Be sure to note the address (289 Los Ficus) to get there easily. Check-in may be straightforward, but it's worth asking about the adapted room's availability in advance, especially if you have specific accessibility needs.
- 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 Olas Norte
free basic 10 Mbps per device (works reliably in lobby and common areas; patchy in some upper rooms); no login required
small lift serves 3 floors (ground, first, second); no stairs-only sections
no digital newsstand; one complimentary physical El Comercio in lobby each morning; building is a converted 1950s townhouse
standard from 15:00; early bag drop from 10:00 without charge; late check-out until 13:00 for S/25, or before 18:00 for half daily rate
free on arrival day from 10:00 until check-in; also free on departure day until 20:00 after checkout
step-free from street via a permanent ramp (slope 1:12); small lift fits wheelchair; one ground-floor adapted room available; no grab bars in standard bathrooms
no on-site parking; nearest public parking is Estacionamiento Las Flores at 289 Los Ficus, S/15 overnight (covered, 24h security); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (Peru does not levy a separate city tax; IGV included in rates; foreign tourists exempt from 18% IGV if showing passport and migration card at check-in)
Deposit & card hold: first night charged at booking; hold S/50 (USD 13) on credit/debit card for incidentals at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Iglesia el Salvador (249 m · ~3 min walk)
- Place of worship: Virgen del Perpetuo Socorro (773 m · ~10 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Plaza de Armas de Huanchaco — 402 m · ~5 min walk
Parque Infantil Las Camelias — 137 m · ~2 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 375 m · ~5 min walk
Botica Funegra — 329 m · ~4 min walk
El Hornito — 128 m · ~2 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use ATMs in the city centre for the best rate; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport or in tourist hotels.
Accepted in most supermarkets, restaurants and larger shops; small street vendors and colectivos are cash-only.
10% tip is customary in sit-down restaurants, no tipping for taxis, and small change for hotel porters.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A basic espresso or cappuccino at a local café costs about S/5.
A menú del día (set lunch) at a simple restaurant is around S/10–12.
A main course at a casual eatery runs about S/15–20.
Anticuchos or picarones from stalls near the Plaza de Armas are popular cheap options.
Plaza Vea and Metro are common budget supermarket chains in Trujillo.
The Real Plaza shopping centre and the market near the Mercado Central offer affordable clothing.
Colectivos cost S/1.50–2 per ride; from the airport, take a bus to the centre for around S/3 instead of a taxi.
Eat at menú del día spots for lunch, use colectivos rather than taxis, and buy water and snacks at supermarkets instead of tourist shops.
Good to know — Trujillo
Type A/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ PEN 3.4 · 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 Hostal Olas Norte
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 375 m · ~5 min walk — pharmacy · Botica Funegra — 329 m · ~4 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hostal Olas Norte?
Request a ground-floor room, such as the adapted room, for easier access and potentially less noise from the street. The small lift serves all three floors, but the ground floor is likely to be quieter due to the permanent ramp and direct street access.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hostal Olas Norte?
Upper rooms (first and second floors) may experience patchy Wi-Fi, so consider avoiding them if a stable internet connection is essential.
Is Hostal Olas Norte noisy?
Be prepared for potential street noise, as the hotel is located on a main street in Trujillo. The small lift and service entrance may also generate some noise.
Which rooms have the best views at Hostal Olas Norte?
Since the hotel's address is on Los Ficus, there are no notable views of the surrounding landscape or cityscape, but the ground-floor rooms may have a view of the street.
What are insider tips for staying at Hostal Olas Norte?
Park at Estacionamiento Las Flores (S/15 overnight) and enjoy the 24-hour security. Be sure to note the address (289 Los Ficus) to get there easily. Check-in may be straightforward, but it's worth asking about the adapted room's availability in advance, especially if you have specific accessibility needs.
What time is check-in at Hostal Olas Norte?
Check-in at Hostal Olas Norte is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hostal Olas Norte have Wi-Fi?
free basic 10 Mbps per device (works reliably in lobby and common areas; patchy in some upper rooms); no login required
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hostal Olas Norte?
None (Peru does not levy a separate city tax; IGV included in rates; foreign tourists exempt from 18% IGV if showing passport and migration card at check-in)
Where can I eat cheaply near Hostal Olas Norte?
A menú del día (set lunch) at a simple restaurant is around S/10–12.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hostal Olas Norte?
Colectivos cost S/1.50–2 per ride; from the airport, take a bus to the centre for around S/3 instead of a taxi.
When is the best time to visit Trujillo?
May to September: dry, sunny days (22–26°C) and cool nights, ideal for exploring Chan Chan and the historic centre without rain interruptions. Crowds are moderate; July is busier with school holidays.
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.