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buildings, a sprawling 1927 structure built in the Spanish tradition. Clad in colorful tiles,
wood-beam ceilings and replica Cuzco School paintings, its signature feature is a round
stained-glass atrium where breakfast is served. The 83 rooms replete with amenities range
from the luxurious Master Room to the opulent Presidential Suite. Credit cards accepted.
Casa Bella Perú $$
( 421-7354;
www.casabellaperu.net
;
Las Flores 459; s/d/tr incl breakfast S183/199/
262; )
A great midrange option in a relentlessly expensive area, this expansive
former 1950s home has contemporary rooms accented by indigenous textiles. Fourteen
varied units have comfy beds, firm pillows, oversized plasma TVs and remodeled bath-
rooms. There is a kitchen, an ample garden and a lounge. Credit cards accepted.
GUESTHOUSE
Hotel Basadre Suites $$
( 442-2423;
www.hotelbasadre.com
; Jorge Basadre 1310; s/d/ste incl breakfast S154/
164/197; )
A good option, this attentive inn has 20 attractive contemporary
rooms, some quite spacious. Built around a former private home, each room has a mini-
bar, hair-dryer, cable TV and lockbox. Breakfast, served in a small room by the garden, is
abundant. Credit cards accepted; check the website for excellent special offers.
HOTEL
APARTMENT
Suites Antique $$$
( 222-1094;
www.suites-antique.com
; Av 2 de Mayo 954; s/d/ste incl breakfast S276/
315/368; )
Central and low-key, this small hotel features smart and bright decor.
The 23 spotless suites are spacious, with small kitchenettes equipped with micro waves
and a minifridge. Breakfast is served at the cozy in-house cafe.
MIRAFLORES
Overlooking the ocean, this neighborhood's pedestrian-friendly streets teem with cafes,
restaurants, hotels, high-rises, banks, shops and nightclubs that pump everything from
disco to
cumbia.
There are many quiet blocks, too.
Backpacker's Family House $
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