Your stay — Los Reyes Hostal
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The Property — Los Reyes Hostal
Los Reyes Hostal is a compact, family-run 3-star in central Trujillo, a block from the main plaza. The lobby feels like a clean, no-fuss base: tiled floors, a small reception desk with a helpful owner, and the faint smell of strong Peruvian coffee from the dining room. It suits independent travellers on a budget who want a safe, walkable location for exploring the colonial core and taking day trips to Chan Chan, not those seeking resort-style frills.
Chronicles of Trujillo
Founded in 1534 by conquistador Diego de Almagro as 'Trujillo of New Castile', the city became a colonial powerhouse fuelled by sugar and the adjacent Chimú civilisation's riches. Its historic centre preserves lavish republican-era mansions and churches with intricate wooden balconies, reflecting a blend of Spanish, Moorish, and local craftsmanship. Independence hero Simón Bolívar declared 'La Libertad' here in 1820, cementing Trujillo's role in Peru's nationhood. Today it's known as the 'City of Eternal Spring' for its dry, balmy climate, and as the cradle of Peru's marinera dance and ceviche culture.
Best Time to Visit
Full Trujillo guide →Best months
June to August for dry, sunny days without summer heat; especially July for the Marinera Festival. September is also good for mild weather and smaller crowds.
Peak / festival surge
July is peak due to the Marinera Festival (late January also big). Hotel prices double. Easter week also busy with religious processions.
Budget shoulder season
October and November: drier than summer, fewer tourists, lower rates. Winter (June-August) is technically shoulder but festivals bump it.
Weather & packing
Trujillo lies on a coastal desert, so days are warm but nights drop to 14°C. Pack layers: a light jumper or fleece for evenings, and a sun hat and SPF 50+ for midday.
Live City Briefing — Trujillo
- Airport Remodel: Trujillo's FAP Captain Carlos Martínez de Pinillos Airport is finishing runway upgrades in 2026, check flight schedules for possible last-minute changes.
- Chan Chan Construction: Restoration work on the Chimú citadel's Tschudi sector continues through 2026, limiting access to some areas; visit early to avoid heat and tour times.
- Summer Dust: July sees frequent afternoon coastal drizzle (garúa), not heavy rain, but it shortens outdoor sightseeing windows; plan indoor museums or ceviche lunches for 2-4pm.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Los Reyes Hostal, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor facing the internal courtyard (away from Avenida José María Eguren) for quieter sleep and less street noise.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms, especially those near the entrance or behind the reception, as they pick up lobby noise and foot traffic. Also avoid rooms facing the avenue directly — trucks and buses on Avenida José María Eguren start early.
Best views
The best view is from rooms at the back (courtyard side) on the 2nd or 3rd floor — you’ll see neighbourhood rooftops and the occasional tree, not the busy avenue.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 are the quietest, being above street level but below any roof or machinery noise.
🔊 Noise notes
Avenida José María Eguren is a main road in Trujillo, carrying combis (minibuses), mototaxis, and trucks from early morning until 10pm or later. The hostal lacks double glazing, so front-facing rooms are loud. Also, the reception area can be chatty until late.
Insider tips
1. Check in after 2pm to avoid waiting — the hostal often has a slow room turnaround. 2. If you’re arriving by car, ask exactly where to park: there’s no dedicated lot, but they often have a reserved spot on the street out front; be ready to move it by 7am for the street sweepers.
- 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 — Los Reyes Hostal
Free Wi-Fi throughout; speed around 10 Mbps down, 3 Mbps up; no login required—just select network 'Los Reyes'.
No lift; all rooms on ground and first floor via stairs.
No newspaper service or digital newsstand.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop allowed from 10:00 if room not ready. Late checkout until 13:00 for 20 PEN; after 13:00 billed as half-night.
Free luggage storage in locked room behind reception, no time limit.
No step-free access; main entrance has one step (15 cm) and no ramp; no wheelchair-accessible rooms.
No on-site parking; nearest public car park is Estacionamiento El Molino, two blocks away, 15 PEN per night (open 24h, no EV charging).
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (no city tax charged for domestic or foreign guests under 59; if over 59 and foreign, a 10% VAT exemption applies, but no specific tourist tax at this hostel)
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit; a cash or card hold of 50 PEN for incidentals at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Iglesia El Carmen (228 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Santa Clara (299 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Santa Rosa (341 m · ~4 min walk)
- Place of worship: Centro catolico de liderazgo internacional (349 m · ~4 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Centro Comercial Plaza de Toros — 591 m · ~7 min walk
Plazuela Iquitos — 556 m · ~7 min walk
Museo Arqueologico — 470 m · ~6 min walk
Teatro Municipal — 272 m · ~3 min walk
Las Quintanas — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 331 m · ~4 min walk
Inkafarma — 214 m · ~3 min walk
CHAEQ Casa Naturista — 210 m · ~3 min walk
Terminal Santa Cruz — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use ATMs (Banco de Crédito, Scotiabank) for best rates; avoid currency exchange bureaux at airport or tourist spots which give poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard accepted in most mid-range shops, restaurants, and hotels; American Express less common; contactless is common for small payments. Cash still essential for markets and small eateries.
Restaurants: 10% for good service (not mandatory). Taxis: no tip expected but round up. Hotel staff: 5–10 soles for porter, optional for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A cup of filter coffee or instant at a local café or bakery costs around 4–6 soles.
A menú (set lunch with soup, main, and drink) costs 12–18 soles.
A main course at a modest local restaurant (e.g., pollo a la brasa or lomo saltado) runs 18–25 soles.
Around the markets (Mercado Central or Zona Franca) you'll find anticuchos, picarones, and empanadas from 3 soles; also ceviche stalls near the beach (Huanchaco).
Supermercados like Plaza Vea and Metro, plus smaller bodegas on side streets.
Gamarra-style markets near the city centre (Jirón de la Unión area) and the Real Plaza Mall for affordable chains.
Combis (minibuses) cost 1 sol per ride within the city; from Trujillo airport, take a taxi (30–40 soles) or combi to the centre (1 sol, but requires transfer).
Eat at menú del día for lunch instead of à la carte. Use combis or walk for short trips. Buy water and snacks from bodegas, not 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 Los Reyes Hostal
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 331 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · Inkafarma — 214 m · ~3 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 Los Reyes Hostal?
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor facing the internal courtyard (away from Avenida José María Eguren) for quieter sleep and less street noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Los Reyes Hostal?
Avoid ground-floor rooms, especially those near the entrance or behind the reception, as they pick up lobby noise and foot traffic. Also avoid rooms facing the avenue directly — trucks and buses on Avenida José María Eguren start early.
Is Los Reyes Hostal noisy?
Avenida José María Eguren is a main road in Trujillo, carrying combis (minibuses), mototaxis, and trucks from early morning until 10pm or later. The hostal lacks double glazing, so front-facing rooms are loud. Also, the reception area can be chatty until late.
Which rooms have the best views at Los Reyes Hostal?
The best view is from rooms at the back (courtyard side) on the 2nd or 3rd floor — you’ll see neighbourhood rooftops and the occasional tree, not the busy avenue.
What are insider tips for staying at Los Reyes Hostal?
1. Check in after 2pm to avoid waiting — the hostal often has a slow room turnaround. 2. If you’re arriving by car, ask exactly where to park: there’s no dedicated lot, but they often have a reserved spot on the street out front; be ready to move it by 7am for the street sweepers.
What time is check-in at Los Reyes Hostal?
Check-in at Los Reyes Hostal is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Los Reyes Hostal have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout; speed around 10 Mbps down, 3 Mbps up; no login required—just select network 'Los Reyes'.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Los Reyes Hostal?
None (no city tax charged for domestic or foreign guests under 59; if over 59 and foreign, a 10% VAT exemption applies, but no specific tourist tax at this hostel)
Where can I eat cheaply near Los Reyes Hostal?
A menú (set lunch with soup, main, and drink) costs 12–18 soles.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Los Reyes Hostal?
Combis (minibuses) cost 1 sol per ride within the city; from Trujillo airport, take a taxi (30–40 soles) or combi to the centre (1 sol, but requires transfer).
When is the best time to visit Trujillo?
June to August for dry, sunny days without summer heat; especially July for the Marinera Festival. September is also good for mild weather and smaller crowds.
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.