Alternate option to hotels or hostels in Lima

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When staying in Lima the options are endless all depending on your needs for that trip. The most common option for tourists coming through Lima would either be to stay in Hotels or hostels. But over my years of traveling back and forth to Lima I found another option, which has worked our great for me, and everyone I have suggested this to.

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Try renting a private home such as a condo/apartment. The prices range anywhere from $30/night for a 1 bedroom up to $200/night for a luxury 4 bedroom condo. What is great about this option is you can really get a feel for the Lima lifestyle by having your own private home for a few days. You can also get yourself a housekeeper who will cook and clean for you during your stay. Not common to a travelers as it is to a Peruvians. Here are some websites, which offer short-term rentals:

Surely there are plenty of other websites, however, I have listed the ones I know best and believe they are the most reliable and honest.

Remember that in Lima everything is negotiable. Most apartments require a minimum of one nights stay so even if you aren’t staying as many nights as they request I suggest that you try. I am sure you will be able to work something out with them.

Usually when booking an apartment the renter will require a deposit to ensure you will actually show up, this is a very normal procedure anywhere in world when renting. Usually upon arrival to Lima you have to leave the renter a security deposit, which will be given back to you at the end of your stay. Again this is very normal and sometimes negotiable. If you need airport pick-up, laundry service, house cleaners or temporary cell phone you can always ask the person whom you are renting from. In my experiences, I have found renting a condo to be very practical and safe!

To give you an idea of how convenient staying in a condo can be here is a situation I experienced first hand. Last year 4 friends and I rented a condo during the holidays, on the Malecon in Miraflores for $100/night. The condo was on the 8th floor with its own private elevator entry. It had 3 bedrooms with 3 bathrooms, a large living room, kitchen, laundry room and, my favorite, a nice balcony overlooking the sea with colorful sunsets every night. When 5 people can share rent for $100/night to stay in a luxury condo with an ocean view, how you could get a better deal anywhere else in Lima. Even if we were to stay at a hostel we would have paid around the same price.

An important note to remember, always keep in mind the time of the year you decide to travel as it can have a huge impact on pricing everywhere you go.

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# 1 Escrito por Stan Reed | 04 December, 2009 | 18:20:09

Wanted: hotels which can be converted into retirement communities. Working with a group of investers who want to rehab exisitng bldgs and create new residences. Rewards for good leads.

# 2 Escrito por Derek B | 09 December, 2009 | 11:58:11

I know many buildings in Lima which could work for this idea. Actually a close family friend of mine has just created a retirement building in Lima

http://www.bambooseniors.net/chacarilla1/index.html

Have a look.

# 3 Escrito por Luz | 13 December, 2009 | 11:33:24

Hello Stan,
We are looking up on your request, please feel free to contact us with more details on wat it is specificly you are looking for(size, neighborhood, , pricing, etc).
On the bottom you will see that Contact us boton so you can write us there.

Thank you