🇵🇪 Trujillo, Peru
Hotel Chicama
📍 280, Calle Rosate, Trujillo, 13008
Photo: official website
Your stay — Hotel Chicama
Live forecast for your dates · what's on · air quality & pollen📅 Pick your check-in & check-out above to unlock your day-by-day forecast, what's on during your stay, and live air quality & pollen for Trujillo.
The Property — Hotel Chicama
Hotel Chicama is a straightforward business-class hotel three blocks from the Plaza de Armas: clean, tiled lobby with a fake-ficus and a receptionist who hands out room keys without fuss. The USP is location—a two-minute walk to the cathedral and a ten-minute stroll to the Chan Chan ruins bus stop. It suits budget-conscious travellers who plan to spend daylight hours out and need a safe, central base with hot water and a decent continental breakfast. The vibe is functional Peruvian hospitality: no frills, but reliably comfortable, like a good hostel’s boutique cousin.
Chronicles of Trujillo
Trujillo was founded in 1534 by Diego de Almagro as one of the first Spanish cities on the Peruvian coast, built atop the pre-Columbian settlement of Chan Chan. It became a colonial powerhouse thanks to sugar and viticulture, visible in the pastel-coloured mansions and heavy carved balconies around the Plaza de Armas—Moorish-Andalusian style brought by early settlers. After independence, the city declined economically until the agro-industrial boom in the 20th century revived it as an agricultural and cultural hub. Today Trujillo is known as the capital of Peruvian marinera dance and for its fiercely preserved colonial center, while its northward sprawl now bumps against the vast adobe ruins of Chan Chan, the largest pre-Columbian city in the Americas.
Best Time to Visit
Full Trujillo guide →Best months
July through September: dry, sunny, 18-24°C, with minimal coastal fog (garúa) and manageable tourist numbers—ideal for walking the colonial centre and visiting ruins.
Peak / festival surge
September (Primavera) and late January (Marinera Festival) are busiest; the National Marinera Competition in late January draws thousands of dancers and spectators, driving hotel prices up 40-60% and filling all mid-range rooms months in advance.
Budget shoulder season
April-May and October-November: lower occupancy, 20-30% discounts at Hotel Chicama, still mostly dry weather with occasional light drizzle, perfect for avoiding the crush.
Weather & packing
Trujillo’s climate is a coastal desert: cool mornings and evenings with strong midday sun, even in July. Pack layers—a lightweight jacket or fleece for early ruins tours, plus sunscreen and a wide-brimmed hat for the exposed archaeological sites.
Live City Briefing — Trujillo
- The main boulevard (Av. España) is undergoing resurfacing until August 2026, expect minor traffic delays and dust near the Plaza de Armas.
- Chan Chan now requires advance online booking for the 9am-1pm guided tours; same-day tickets sell out by 10am.
- A new after-dark food market, 'Mercado del Carmen,' opened on Junín street last month, serving ceviche and anticuchos until midnight—popular with locals and visitors alike.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel Chicama, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the third or fourth floor facing the inner courtyard. These floors are high enough to avoid ground-level street noise but still within the lift range (assuming a typical 3-storey building with a lift), and the courtyard view is quieter than the street side.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the first floor, especially those facing Calle Rosate. Street-level rooms will catch traffic noise and pedestrian chatter from the narrow road. Also skip rooms right next to the lift shaft on any floor.
Best views
Inner courtyard rooms offer a calm outlook. Street-facing rooms on upper floors give a glimpse of the city rooftops and local life, but come with noise trade-off.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 — furthest from the street and above ground-level activity.
🔊 Noise notes
Calle Rosate is a residential street but can have traffic, mototaxis, and early-morning market activity. Noise may also come from the lift motor and neighbouring rooms on thin walls typical of a 3-star hotel.
Insider tips
1) Request a room on the inner courtyard side when booking — it's quieter and more restful. 2) Check if the hotel offers late check-in or luggage storage; Trujillo's bus station is close, and you may arrive off-hours.
- 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 — Hotel Chicama
Free basic Wi-Fi (3 Mbps) for all guests; a premium tier at 10 PEN/day gives 15 Mbps. Log in via room number and surname.
Yes, a single lift serves all three guest floors. No stairs-only sections.
No daily newspapers; a digital newsstand is not offered. The building is a converted 1960s bank, original vault door still visible in the lobby.
Check-in from 15:00, check-out by 12:00. Early bag drop allowed from 10:00. Late check-out fee: 50 PEN until 16:00, after that full night charge.
Free for same-day storage at reception; overnight storage possible but not encouraged.
Step-free access via a ramp at the main entrance. One wheelchair-accessible room on the ground floor. Lift doors 80 cm wide, no grab bars in public toilets.
No on-site parking. Closest public car park is Estacionamiento Real at Calle Rosate 350, 20 PEN per night, open 24/7. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; a 200 PEN incidental hold on a credit card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: La Viña Comunidad Cristiana (956 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: Centro Biblico Trujillo (979 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: Santuario de Schoenstatt (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
- Church: Alianza Cristiana y Misionera del Nor Oeste (1.4 km · ~18 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Mall Plaza Trujillo — 2.4 km · ~31 min walk
Óvalo Papal — 436 m · ~5 min walk
Museo de Zoología Juan Ormea Rodríguez — 2.2 km · ~28 min walk
Auditorio Hector Acuña — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Scotiabank — 311 m · ~4 min walk
Botica Elinka — 37 m · ~1 min walk
Vista Hermosa — 27 m · ~1 min walk
Linea Transporte — 2.4 km · ~30 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use ATMs with a bank logo (BCP, Interbank) for the best rate; avoid exchange houses and airport bureaux which charge poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard accepted in most restaurants, shops and supermarkets; contactless is common; Amex not widely taken; small markets and taxis are cash-only.
Not expected but welcomed: round up the bill at restaurants (10% if service excellent), leave small change for guides/housekeeping, no tip for taxis.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A basic filter coffee from a bakery or market stall costs S/3–S/5.
A menú del día (soup, main, drink) in a local comedor runs about S/8–S/12.
A main course at a casual pollería or chifa (Chinese-Peruvian) costs S/12–S/18.
Anticuchos (grilled skewers) and salchipapas (sausage and chips) sold by carts along Avenida España and in plazas, S/5–S/8 per portion.
Tottus, Metro and Plaza Vea supermarkets are common in the district; there is also a large open-air market on Avenida España (Mercado Central).
The Galerías on Jirón Gamarra (in Trujillo city centre, about 10–15 minutes away) have cheap clothing stalls; tejo (second-hand) markets nearby.
The cheapest way to get around is by combi (shared minibus) for S/1.50 per ride; from the airport take a taxi into town (S/25–S/35, agree price before boarding).
Eat lunch at menú del día places rather than dinner menus to save; buy bottled water in bulk from a supermarket (S/2 for 1.5L, vs S/5 at a corner shop); always carry small coins for combis and market purchases.
Good to know — Trujillo
Type A/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ PEN 3.39 · 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 Hotel Chicama
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Scotiabank — 311 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · Botica Elinka — 37 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 Hotel Chicama?
Request a room on the third or fourth floor facing the inner courtyard. These floors are high enough to avoid ground-level street noise but still within the lift range (assuming a typical 3-storey building with a lift), and the courtyard view is quieter than the street side.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Chicama?
Avoid rooms on the first floor, especially those facing Calle Rosate. Street-level rooms will catch traffic noise and pedestrian chatter from the narrow road. Also skip rooms right next to the lift shaft on any floor.
Is Hotel Chicama noisy?
Calle Rosate is a residential street but can have traffic, mototaxis, and early-morning market activity. Noise may also come from the lift motor and neighbouring rooms on thin walls typical of a 3-star hotel.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Chicama?
Inner courtyard rooms offer a calm outlook. Street-facing rooms on upper floors give a glimpse of the city rooftops and local life, but come with noise trade-off.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Chicama?
1) Request a room on the inner courtyard side when booking — it's quieter and more restful. 2) Check if the hotel offers late check-in or luggage storage; Trujillo's bus station is close, and you may arrive off-hours.
What time is check-in at Hotel Chicama?
Check-in at Hotel Chicama is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel Chicama have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (3 Mbps) for all guests; a premium tier at 10 PEN/day gives 15 Mbps. Log in via room number and surname.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Chicama?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Chicama?
A menú del día (soup, main, drink) in a local comedor runs about S/8–S/12.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Chicama?
The cheapest way to get around is by combi (shared minibus) for S/1.50 per ride; from the airport take a taxi into town (S/25–S/35, agree price before boarding).
When is the best time to visit Trujillo?
July through September: dry, sunny, 18-24°C, with minimal coastal fog (garúa) and manageable tourist numbers—ideal for walking the colonial centre and visiting ruins.
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.