Plaza Central - Arequipa

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Plaza Central - Arequipa
La Merced 105, Arequipa, Peru, areq01·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.7Great
Location9.8
Staff9.2
Comfort9.1
Cleanliness9.0
Value for money8.9
Who stays here
Couples63%
Families17%
Groups12%
Solo8%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.7Great
Location9.8
Staff9.2
Comfort9.1
Cleanliness9.0
Value for money8.9
Who stays here
Couples63%
Families17%
Groups12%
Solo8%

3-star hotel in Arequipa's Historical Center with complimentary breakfast and free shuttle service

Location & Access

Hotel Plaza Central Arequipa sits at the corner of Arequipa's main square, Plaza de Armas, with views of the Cathedral and Misti Volcano. The property is a 5-minute drive from Arequipa's financial district and 6 miles from Rodríguez Ballon International Airport. Nearby attractions include Arequipa Main Square, Goyeneche Palace, and Arequipa's Historical Museum, all within walking distance.

Rooms & Views

Every room at Plaza Central has a flat-screen cable TV and a private balcony overlooking the city or the plaza. The Junior Suite and Suite with Balcony offer a separate lounge area, providing extra space for unpacking and relaxing. The hotel's suites with city views include private balconies and shutters at the windows, allowing guests to see the plaza and Mt. Misti from their beds.

Dining & Breakfast

A full buffet breakfast with tropical fruits is served every morning in the hotel's dining room, which has a view of the main square. Breakfast is made to order-guests choose from options including scrambled eggs with ham, avocado toast, fresh fruits, bread, butter, jam, and fresh juice. For early excursions, the staff packs a boxed breakfast with sandwiches, bananas, and bottled water.

Services & Amenities

Plaza Central provides a free shuttle service on site, plus paid airport drop-off and pick-up by arrangement. The 24-hour front desk offers currency exchange, express check-in/check-out, luggage storage, and a tour desk for booking Colca Canyon treks. Car hire is available, and the hotel keeps guests' luggage in storage while they are away on overnight treks.

Family-Friendly Policies

Children under 4 stay free with adult guests at Plaza Central, making it a budget-friendly choice for families. The Family Room with Private Bathroom has a bunk bed in one room and a queen bed in another, accommodating up to 4 persons. Families appreciate the hotel's location directly over a pharmacy and a grocery store 4 storefronts away, handy for snacks and cold medicine.

  • Location: Corner of Plaza de Armas, 5-minute drive from financial district
  • Rooms: Suites with private balconies and separate lounge areas
  • Breakfast: Full buffet with tropical fruits, made-to-order eggs
  • Service: Free shuttle service and 24-hour currency exchange
  • Family: Children under 4 stay free; Family Room with bunk bed
  • Logistics: Luggage storage for overnight treks; boxed breakfast for early departures
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 13:30-23:59
until 11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs USD 10.0 per person. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cribs provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:6
Former name
plaza residence
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Rooms and availability

Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed2 King Size Beds
Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
Junior Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking
Baggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

Food/ Drinks

Coffee shop

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Laundry
TV

Flat-screen TV

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Car rental
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Room view

  • City view

Room features

  • Mini-bar

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Essential information about Plaza Central

💵 Lowest room price 51 US$
📏 Distance to center 100 yd
✈️ Distance to airport 5.3 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Rodriguez Ballon International, AQP

Location

La Merced 105, Arequipa, Peru, areq01
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La Merced 105, Arequipa, Peru, areq01
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La Merced 105, Arequipa, Peru, areq01
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Square
Plaza de Armas
100 yd
Monastery
Monasterio de Santa Catalina
100 yd
Museums
Museo Santury
100 yd
Church
Basilica Cathedral of Arequipa
100 yd
San Agustin & Bolivar Streets
San Agustin Church
100 yd
Church
La Merced Convent and Church
100 yd
Museums
Cathedral Museum
100 yd
Calle Mercaderes
Calle Mercaderes
100 yd
Calle San Francisco 108
Tristan del Pozo
100 yd
Calle Alvarez Thomas 206
Casa Museo Villalobos
100 yd
Zela & San Francisco Streets Cercado
San Francisco Plaza
100 yd
Public Building
Museo del Banco Central de Reserva
100 yd
Calle Moral 318
Casa de Moral
100 yd
Church
Iglesia Santo Domingo
100 yd
Santa Catalina 312
Arte Colonial
100 yd
San Juan de Dios 206-A Carretera Paisajista s/n Huasacache
La Mansion del Fundador
100 yd
Calle Santa Catalina
100 yd
Calle Bolivar 209
Sky Viajes y Turismo
100 yd
Pichu Pichu
200 yd
Restaurant
Barrio Peru
100 yd
Restaurant
Ratatouille
100 yd
Restaurant
Semilla Cafe
100 yd
Restaurant
La Lucha
100 yd
Restaurant
Gaia Coffee Time & Salads
100 yd
Restaurant
Al Sur de Granada
100 yd
Restaurant
Mamut
100 yd
Restaurant
Kafi Wasi
100 yd
Restaurant
Yeah Rico y saludable
100 yd
Restaurant
Moena Burger House
100 yd

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