One of Lima's original backpacker institutions, Flying Dog has been welcoming budget travelers since the early 2000s. The Miraflores branch offers dorms and private rooms with a relaxed atmosphere, a rooftop terrace, and the Flying Dog Bar downstairs which is a popular gathering spot. A classic for budget travelers who want a central Miraflores base.
Flying Dog Hostel Miraflores sits on Avenida Larco in central Miraflores, close to Parque Kennedy, the neighborhood's restaurants and shops, and the malecón coastal path. As one of Lima's longest-running backpacker hostels, dating to the early 2000s, the property has an established, well-worn character rather than a newly renovated feel, occupying a multi-story building adapted for hostel use. Accommodation includes both dorms and private rooms, kept relaxed and unpretentious rather than boutique in style. The rooftop terrace is a key gathering spot for guests, and the Flying Dog Bar on the ground floor functions as both an in-house social hub and a destination for outside visitors, giving the hostel a livelier, more public atmosphere than smaller quiet hostels nearby. There is no restaurant beyond the bar, and no pool, spa, or fitness center. Service is informal and geared toward independent travelers, with a tour desk for day trips and luggage storage for those extending their travels beyond Lima. Its long history and central Miraflores address make it a reliable, if lively, choice for budget travelers who value location and social atmosphere.
Amenities
- Rooftop terrace
- Flying Dog Bar
- Tour desk
- Lockers
- Free WiFi
- Common room
- Laundry
- Luggage storage
Location
Av. Larco 155, Miraflores, Lima
-12.1175, -77.0303 View on map
Highlights
- One of Lima's original backpacker hostels, operating since the early 2000s
- Rooftop terrace and the well-known Flying Dog Bar as social hubs
- Central Av. Larco location near Parque Kennedy and the malecón
- Mix of dorms and private rooms with a relaxed, unpretentious atmosphere
Tips for visiting
- Book well in advance during peak months since it is one of the busiest hostels in Lima
- Expect noise from the ground-floor Flying Dog Bar, which also draws outside visitors, especially on weekend nights
- Use luggage storage if extending travel beyond Lima before or after checking in
- Head to the rooftop terrace during the day for a quieter alternative to the bar downstairs