A popular mid-size hostel in northern Miraflores offering a balance of social activities and comfortable dorms. Pariwana features regular events, a bar and terrace, and is within walking distance of Huaca Pucllana. The staff run excellent food tours and organize day trips to nearby sites. A good all-rounder for solo travelers and groups.
Pariwana Hostel Lima sits on Avenida Larco in northern Miraflores, within walking distance of the pre-Inca Huaca Pucllana ruins and a short taxi ride from Parque Kennedy and the malecón. The building is a mid-size converted property adapted to hostel use, striking a balance between social energy and comfort rather than leaning fully into either extreme. Accommodation is dorm-focused with a range of room sizes, and common areas include a bar and terrace that host regular events without the all-night party intensity of some other Lima hostels. The property does not have a restaurant in the traditional sense, but its food tours, run by staff with strong local knowledge, are a signature offering and widely regarded as one of the better-value culinary experiences available through a Lima hostel. There is no pool, spa, or fitness center. Service is oriented around organized activities: a tour desk arranges day trips to nearby archaeological and coastal sites, and the overall atmosphere suits both solo travelers and small groups wanting a sociable stay with an emphasis on local food and culture alongside the social scene.
Amenities
- Bar and terrace
- Restaurant
- Tour desk
- Lockers
- Free WiFi
- Common room
- Laundry
- Luggage storage
Location
Av. Larco 189, Miraflores, Lima
-12.1176, -77.0303 View on map
Highlights
- Walking distance to the Huaca Pucllana pre-Inca ruins in northern Miraflores
- Signature food tours run by staff, considered excellent value for the price
- Bar and terrace hosting regular social events without an all-night party focus
- Tour desk arranging day trips to nearby archaeological and coastal sites
Tips for visiting
- Book the hostel's food tour early in the stay since it is one of the best-value culinary experiences in Lima
- Visit Huaca Pucllana in the late afternoon or evening when it is illuminated
- Use the terrace and bar for the social scene without expecting the intensity of Barranco's party hostels
- Reserve dorm beds ahead during peak travel months given the hostel's popularity