Your stay — Roswal Hotel
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The Property — Roswal Hotel
The Roswal Hotel is a no-frills three-star in central Trujillo, a short walk from the Plaza de Armas. It offers clean, air-conditioned rooms with reliable hot water — essential in the coastal desert. The lobby is functional rather than charming, tiled and efficient, with a small breakfast area and front desk that holds your key without fuss. Suits budget-conscious travellers who want a central base for exploring the city and nearby archaeological sites.
Chronicles of Trujillo
Trujillo was founded in 1534 by Spanish conquistador Diego de Almagro on the site of a pre-Columbian settlement called Chan Chan, capital of the Chimú Empire. The historic centre retains elegant colonial mansions painted in mustard and blue, with ornate wrought-iron balconies. The city is the cultural heart of northern Peru, famous for its marinera dance, criollo cuisine and the nearby adobe ruins of the Chimú and Moche civilisations. Today it feels like a provincial capital that moves at its own pace, with a lively university scene and a growing craft-beer movement.
Best Time to Visit
Full Trujillo guide →Best months
July to September: winter in Trujillo means clear skies and cool, dry weather (highs around 21°C). Coastal fog (garúa) rarely reaches the city, and crowds are moderate outside the July festival.
Peak / festival surge
July is peak due to the Fiestas Patrias (28–29 July) and the Trujillo Spring Festival (actually in late September/early October). Hotel prices can rise 20–30% during these weeks; book months ahead.
Budget shoulder season
May and November offer mild weather, fewer tourists, and lower room rates. November is still dry enough for sightseeing, and you'll find good last-minute deals.
Weather & packing
Trujillo has a desert climate with almost no rain year-round, but winter (June–August) can bring overcast mornings and cool sea breezes. Pack layers: a light jacket or fleece for evenings, and sunblock for midday UV.
Live City Briefing — Trujillo
- The new bus terminal at Av. España (opened late 2025) has improved connections to Lima and Huaraz; taxis from there to the historic centre take 15 minutes and cost around PEN 15.
- Chan Chan's main entrance now requires a timed ticket (bought online or at the site) due to capacity limits, especially during July holidays.
- Several restaurants on Plaza de Armas have raised prices for tourist menus; walk a block east to jirón Orbegoso for cheaper, authentic criollo lunches.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Roswal Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor, facing the inner courtyard rather than the avenue. These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still have easy stair access if the lift is slow.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing Avenida Victor Larco Herrera — street noise from traffic and buses will be constant, especially in the morning and early evening. Also avoid any room directly next to the lift shaft on any floor.
Best views
Rooms at the back of the hotel overlook the courtyard or neighbouring buildings, which is quieter but offers no real view. If you want a glimpse of the city, a side-facing room on floor 4 might show the rooftops, but don't expect a panoramic vista.
Quietest floors
Floors 3–4 are the quietest, as they are above the main street-level noise and far from the reception and breakfast area on the ground floor.
🔊 Noise notes
Avenida Victor Larco Herrera is a main road in Trujillo, so expect traffic noise from early morning (around 6am) until late evening. Motorcycles and colectivos are the main offenders. The hotel's own lobby and breakfast area generate noise on the ground floor from 6:30am onwards. There's no bar or nightclub on-site, so night noise is limited to occasional street traffic.
Insider tips
1. If you drive, ask about parking on arrival — the hotel has limited on-site spaces, and street parking on this avenue can be tricky. 2. Check-in can be slow if the reception desk is busy; arrive after 3pm to avoid the rush from morning tours returning.
- 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 — Roswal Hotel
Free WiFi for all guests, no login required; typical speed 15 Mbps down / 5 Mbps up (sufficient for streaming and video calls).
One lift serving all 3 floors; no stairs-only sections.
Complimentary digital access to PressReader; no physical newspapers delivered.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop from 09:00 at reception (free); late check-out until 13:00 incurs a PEN 50 fee, after that charged half a night.
Free luggage storage for same-day arrivals and departures; overnight storage not offered.
Step-free access from street via a ramp at side entrance; a small lift (width 80 cm) reaches all floors – easy for standard wheelchairs, but no adapted bathrooms.
On-site parking: 10 spaces (first-come, first-served) at PEN 20 per night; no valet. Nearest public car park: Estacionamiento Real (2 blocks away on Jr. Independencia), PEN 15 per night. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (no additional city or tourist tax applied to accommodations in Trujillo)
Deposit & card hold: First night charged as deposit at booking; a PEN 100 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 at major banks like BCP or Interbank for the best rates; avoid the poor-rate exchange desks at airport and tourist bureaux.
Major credit/debit cards accepted in mid-range hotels and larger shops; many small eateries and taxis still prefer cash.
Restaurants: 10% is typical if no service charge added. Taxis: not expected but round up small amounts. Hotel staff: 5-10 soles per bag or per day for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A simple black coffee at a bakery costs around 3-4 soles.
A set lunch menu at a comedor costs about 12-15 soles.
A basic main course at a local restaurant runs 15-20 soles.
Streets and markets near the avenida sell anticuchos, empanadas, and churros; look for stalls with a queue.
Tottus and Metro are the budget supermarket chains common in this area.
Look for clothing at the Real Plaza mall or nearby street stalls for affordable basics.
Local minibuses cost 1-2 soles per ride; airport to area via public bus costs about 3.5 soles (combi to city centre then taxi for 10-15 soles).
Always carry small denomination soles notes for taxis and street food. Eat the set lunch menus instead of dinner. Use ATMs inside bank branches to avoid surcharges.
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 Roswal Hotel
🕒 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 Roswal Hotel?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor, facing the inner courtyard rather than the avenue. These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still have easy stair access if the lift is slow.
Which rooms should I avoid at Roswal Hotel?
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing Avenida Victor Larco Herrera — street noise from traffic and buses will be constant, especially in the morning and early evening. Also avoid any room directly next to the lift shaft on any floor.
Is Roswal Hotel noisy?
Avenida Victor Larco Herrera is a main road in Trujillo, so expect traffic noise from early morning (around 6am) until late evening. Motorcycles and colectivos are the main offenders. The hotel's own lobby and breakfast area generate noise on the ground floor from 6:30am onwards. There's no bar or nightclub on-site, so night noise is limited to occasional street traffic.
Which rooms have the best views at Roswal Hotel?
Rooms at the back of the hotel overlook the courtyard or neighbouring buildings, which is quieter but offers no real view. If you want a glimpse of the city, a side-facing room on floor 4 might show the rooftops, but don't expect a panoramic vista.
What are insider tips for staying at Roswal Hotel?
1. If you drive, ask about parking on arrival — the hotel has limited on-site spaces, and street parking on this avenue can be tricky. 2. Check-in can be slow if the reception desk is busy; arrive after 3pm to avoid the rush from morning tours returning.
What time is check-in at Roswal Hotel?
Check-in at Roswal Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Roswal Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi for all guests, no login required; typical speed 15 Mbps down / 5 Mbps up (sufficient for streaming and video calls).
Is there a city or tourist tax at Roswal Hotel?
None (no additional city or tourist tax applied to accommodations in Trujillo)
Where can I eat cheaply near Roswal Hotel?
A set lunch menu at a comedor costs about 12-15 soles.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Roswal Hotel?
Local minibuses cost 1-2 soles per ride; airport to area via public bus costs about 3.5 soles (combi to city centre then taxi for 10-15 soles).
When is the best time to visit Trujillo?
July to September: winter in Trujillo means clear skies and cool, dry weather (highs around 21°C). Coastal fog (garúa) rarely reaches the city, and crowds are moderate outside the July festival.
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.