18 Best Hotels in Lima, Peru

Comfortable rooms and a bounteous array of amenities make this trusted Peruvian hotel chain property a favorite among foreign travelers. Though not, strictly speaking, a five-star accommodation as it bills itself, the hotel nevertheless features pleasant views from its upper stories, a lavish indoor pool, a respectable gym and sauna, and a complimentary breakfast buffet that would cost a pretty penny at most restaurants. For the price, it's a hard combination to beat.

Flowering gardens, trilling exotic birds, purling fountains: this converted quinta on a quiet Miraflores side street oozes charm from every terra-cotta tile of its Andalusian architecture. A series of shaded terraces allows guests to relax after a day of sightseeing, while the common areas beguile with their displays of Peruvian knick-knacks. The hotel has no restaurant, pool, or spa, but for those who prize aesthetics and location, this is one of the pleasantest lodgings in Lima.

Chic decor, unmatched service, and a trendy rooftop lounge set this Lima newcomer apart from the competition. The rooms are standard hotel-minimalist in design, but the common areas—which include an outdoor pool and a French-Peruvian bistro—are striking. Balconies are available in many rooms, and guests rave about the attentiveness and professionalism of the staff. On warm nights, the views from the Celeste Solar Bar are some of the best in San Isidro.

Perched just across the street from Larcomar shopping mall, this gleaming glass tower commands some of the best ocean views in Lima. You can pick up just about anything your heart desires, from chocolate-chip cookies to diamond earrings, in one of the nearby shops. The hotel is also walking distance from dozens of restaurants and bars, as well as the seaside parks of the malecón. As for the rooms, they're quite handsome, with large marble bathrooms and big windows. The on-site La Vista restaurant boasts a superb (though pricey) lunchtime buffet, as well as a more affordable afternoon tea.

The spacious ocean-view rooms here overlook the city's coastline and the sea beyond, affording one of Lima's best panoramas. City-view rooms, on the other hand, face a group of prosaic apartment towers, so it's worth it to splurge for a seaside room. All of the hotel's accommodations are elegantly decorated with beige-and-blue carpets, giant windows, and large marble bathrooms with separate tub and shower, while club suites include access to an executive lounge with free food and a business center. The hotel also has a rooftop pool and first-class restaurant.

Historic paintings from the Museo Pedro de Osma hang in the lobby and in many stately rooms of this colonial-style hotel, which is itself a work of art. Just follow the red carpet up the steps into the foyer, where hand-painted tiles reflect the yellows and greens of the stained-glass ceiling. The air of refinement continues in the spacious rooms, with their high ceilings, parquet floors, marble-top desks, and beds draped with fine fabrics and piled with pillows. Some rooms have private balconies that overlook the small, oval-shaped pool or the grounds of the adjacent Club Real. Locals come for high tea (Tuesday to Friday from 5:30 to 8:30) in the stained-glass atrium bar, traditional Peruvian fare in the elegant Perroquet restaurant, or a pisco sour in the adjacent pub.

Once one of Lima's best-known lodgings, this hotel has seen its star fade slightly, but it's still a pleasant spot with good views. Carpeted guest rooms are bright and comfortably furnished, with small desks and massive windows; the best afford sweeping vistas of the city's oldest golf course. A café overlooks the airy lobby, while a larger bistro occupies a sunlit atrium beneath overarching glass panes. The outdoor pool is open from December to May.

The comfortable rooms, rooftop pool, and large health club make this hotel a solid option, and leisure travelers love that it's walking distance from Miraflores's restaurants and nightlife. The well-stocked business center and meeting rooms ensure that it's also popular with executives.

Although this grande-dame hotel retains the splendor of the days when its guests included Ernest Hemingway and Mick Jagger, it lacks some of the conveniences offered by newer lodgings. As you enter the marble-columned rotunda, your eyes are drawn irresistibly upward to the magnificent stained-glass dome. Off to one side is the wood-paneled bar, which remains popular due to its terrace and excellent pisco sours. As for the rooms themselves, they're spacious but a bit dog-eared. The hotel compensates for the worn upholstery by charging very reasonable rates. It's worth paying the extra money for a suite in front and an unforgettable view of Plaza San Martín.

On a quiet residential street a short walk from both Larcomar and Parque Kennedy, this sleek hotel offers chic rooms with urban views and all the service and amenities you'd expect from a Hilton. The bright, airy lobby sets the tone, with water flowing down a slate wall, vases overflowing with flowers, and gleaming marble floors. Carpeted guest rooms are quite modern, with spacious baths and round desks facing a wall of windows, and some upper-floor rooms offer glimpses of the sea between apartment towers. There's also a rooftop deck with a small pool and Jacuzzis.

Also known as Arts Boutique Hotel B, this lodging-cum-art gallery in a refurbished, turn-of-the-century mansion is a feast for the senses, with its 1920s charm, rooftop deck, impeccable service, and impressive collection of works by up-and-coming Latin American artists. Located on a street known for its republican-era architecture, the 17-room casona charms you into believing you're staying in the home of a wealthy art collector. Rooms in the main house are gorgeous, with high ceilings and hardwood floors, while several "Atelier" suites have private balconies and porcelain bathtubs. Light sleepers, however, may prefer a room in the new annex, which is better insulated from street noise. Free breakfast and complimentary afternoon tea are served in the library and adjacent terrace. Locals and guests flock to the bar-restaurant at night to enjoy the selection of Peruvian and Mediterranean dishes.

Most of the units at this Miraflores workhorse are small apartments with a living/dining room and kitchenette, making the hotel popular for lengthier stays. It also offers standard rooms at a more affordable rate. The decor is clean and simple, with ample furnishings and lots of big windows. Guests rave about the location, which is close to dozens of shops and restaurants, as well as Parque Kennedy.

This plain cement building with square windows doesn't look like much from the street, but step into its sleek lobby, or browse the menu at its chic Peruvian fusion restaurant Residente, and you'll see why this is one of Lima's more popular hotels. The spacious guest rooms are subdued but tasteful, with gray carpeting, wood paneling along the walls, a big desk, and all the amenities you'd expect from a first-class lodging.

Bright, comfortable rooms, a convenient location, and competitive rates make this hotel a good option for travelers who like high-end amenities but don't want to pay a fortune for them. It's a short walk from the bars and restaurants of Miraflores, but the hotel's own Peruvian-fusion restaurant, Miso, is also worth trying. The rooftop terrace bar, next to a small pool, is popular with young limeños on weekends. Superior rooms on the building's western corner, with twice as many windows and ocean views, are worth the extra money.

This concrete monolith may be removed from the city's best dining and nightlife options, but it offers easy access to the historic district and is just a short Metropolitano ride from San Isidro, Miraflores, or Barranco. The perfectly serviceable rooms have subdued colors, nice bathrooms, and giant windows with urban views. Popular with business travelers and tour groups, the hotel also has a convention center, a small gym, and a pool that's open from December to May.

Situated at the edge of an old olive grove, this dark-green hotel enjoys one of the most relaxing settings in San Isidro, especially when you experience it from the sundeck and pool on the top floor. The best accommodations are in front, with big windows for admiring the greenery of Parque El Olivar. Standard rooms are a bit small, but executive ones are amply proportioned, and suites have private balconies. The clientele is mostly business travelers, but this is an excellent option for tourists as well, as it's within walking distance of plenty of restaurants and shops.

A popular lodging with business travelers, the Swissôtel stands out for its well-appointed rooms and convenient location in an office complex just steps from shops and restaurants. Its hallmark is comprehensiveness: two business centers, four restaurants, a large lobby bar, a fitness center and spa, a tennis court, and a small outdoor pool comprise the on-site amenities. Guest rooms are conservatively furnished, with large wooden desks and massive windows, though even the smaller units are spacious. The hotel's Mediterranean restaurant, La Locanda, is as popular with locals as it is with guests.

This 30-story glass tower offers an airy lobby and guest rooms where the standard amenities include walk-in closets, marble baths with tubs, and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking Lima's urban panorama. Upper rooms on the tower's west side offer a view of the sea and Palomino islands in the distance, while the second floor holds a large fitness room and a lovely indoor lap pool. The hotel also houses the superb Maras restaurant, as well as a pub and lounge.