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El Albergue Español Backpackers
1.5 star property

Hostel with rooftop terrace, walk to Arequipa Plaza de Armas

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El Albergue Español Backpackers

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

Overview of El Albergue Español Backpackers

Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
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
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Room options

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Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room | Free WiFi

Twin Room

Highlights

LCD TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room | Free WiFi

Double Room

Highlights

LCD TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Single Room, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (4 paxes)

Highlights

Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Arequipa

Located in Arequipa, El Albergue Español Backpackers is in the city center. Museum of Andean Sanctuaries and Museo de la Universidad Nacional de San Agustín (UNAS) are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit San Camilo Market and Claustros de La Compañía. Mundo Alpaca and Los Ccoritos are also worth visiting.
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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 located in Historical Center
Close to Arequipa Plaza de Armas, El Albergue Español Backpackers provides amenities like a rooftop terrace and dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at El Albergue Español Backpackers include amenities such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • Cable channels and limited housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

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

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Cable channels

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Important information

Fees

You'll 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 have included 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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

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

Frequently asked questions

Is El Albergue Español Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at El Albergue Español Backpackers?

El Albergue Español Backpackers doesn't offer parking.

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

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

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

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does El Albergue Español Backpackers provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request.

Where is El Albergue Español Backpackers located?

Located in Historical Center, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Patio del Ekeko and Arequipa Plaza de Armas. Museo de Arte Virreinal de Santa Teresa and Casa Ricketts are also within 10 minutes. Arequipa Station is 21 minutes by foot.

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.