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El Albergue Español Backpackers

1.5 star property
Hostel near Arequipa Plaza de Armas in Arequipa

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Interior detail
Twin Room | Free WiFi
Single Room, Shared Bathroom | Bathroom | Shower, towels
Hallway
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • 24/7 front desk24/7 front desk24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Calle Peral 117, Arequipa, Arequipa, 4001
  • Popular LocationArequipa Cathedral6 min walk
  • Popular LocationArequipa Plaza de Armas6 min walk
  • Popular LocationSanta Catalina Monastery10 min walk
  • AirportArequipa (AQP-Rodriguez Ballon Intl.)27 min drive

Room options

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Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room | Free WiFi

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room | Free WiFi

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Single Room, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (4 paxes) | Free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (4 paxes)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Arequipa

Historical Center stay.At this Historical Center hostel, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Patio del Ekeko and Museo de Arte Virreinal de Santa Teresa. Casa Ricketts and San Camilo Market are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Arequipa Cathedral - 6 min walk
  • Arequipa Plaza de Armas - 6 min walk
  • Santa Catalina Monastery - 10 min walk
  • Parque Lambramani - 4 min drive
  • Yanahuara Plaza - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Arequipa Station - 9 min drive
  • Arequipa (AQP-Rodriguez Ballon Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sanguchería de Mercaderes - 1 min walk
  • Astoria - 4 min walk
  • Restaurant El Pollo Real - 2 min walk
  • Chifa Mandarin - 2 min walk
  • Pollería el Pío Pío - 2 min walk

About this property

El Albergue Español Backpackers

Hostel near Arequipa Plaza de Armas in Arequipa
El Albergue Español Backpackers offers its guests a rooftop terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee.
  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
El Albergue Español Backpackers offers 14 accommodations. Cable television is provided.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Cable channels

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • You may be asked to pay the following charges at the property: Peru value-added tax (18%). Nonresident travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa/immigration card may be exempt from value-added tax (18%).

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available.

We should mention

  • Children under 18 are generally not allowed to stay at properties in Peru without a parent, legal guardian or duly authorized responsible person. Accompanying adults may be asked for both their and the child's ID as well as any duly notarized supporting documentation. Visitors who plan to travel with children should consult with a Peruvian consulate office prior to travel for further guidance.
  • According to Peruvian law, cash is not accepted for payments over PEN 2,000 or USD 500. Payments greater than these amounts must be settled by credit card or other methods approved by the property and local law. Payments cannot be split between currencies.

Property is also known as

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El Albergue Español Arequipa
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El Albergue Español Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

How close is El Albergue Español Backpackers to the airport?

El Albergue Español Backpackers is 5.3 mi (25-min drive) away from the Arequipa (AQP-Rodriguez Ballon Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does El Albergue Español Backpackers have an airport shuttle?

El Albergue Español Backpackers offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge.

Does El Albergue Español Backpackers offer free breakfast?

El Albergue Español Backpackers does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at El Albergue Español Backpackers?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at El Albergue Español Backpackers?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at El Albergue Español Backpackers?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does El Albergue Español Backpackers have a pool?

El Albergue Español Backpackers does not have a pool.

Does El Albergue Español Backpackers have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is El Albergue Español Backpackers to downtown Arequipa?

El Albergue Español Backpackers is 0.3 mi away from Arequipa.

El Albergue Español Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and flexible hostel!!!
this hostel is perfect except hot shower which is available only in the daytime
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Albergue Español
Great staff working late hours for trekkers.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Albergue Español
Close to plaza de armas. Decent rooftop terrace. No kitchen. Great service for early check-ins and outs because of early trekking trips.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hostel is clean as housekeeping is done daily. The customer service and housekeeping staff are all courteous and friendly. the dorm room where i stayed is spacious and well-ventilated.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Nacho, Mdp

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great location and staff, the showers worked great and the water was pretty hot. However facilities as the kitchen and sink very quite basic, but overall great value for what your are paying for. I would recommend it!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place with hot showers (only when there's sun), kitchen with fridge & stove, and very cheap paid laundry. We got a room on the top floor which let enjoy the rooftop and the view of the street very easily.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2017

6/10 Okay

Wan

Convenient budget hotel
A budget hotel that offers the very basic needs for a night or two stay. Good location for visiting the central area.