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 Arequipay Backpackers Downtown

Pasaje Ohiggins 224 arequipa, Arequipa, Peru – Great location - show map

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8.8
Excellent
145 reviews

Friendly staffs, cozy atmosphere and close to the center but in a quiet district

Gemille Philippines

hot showers, you can book trips with them, kitchen, free breakfast, spacious bathroom, pool table

Jasmin Germany

Good breakfast. Super helpful in making sure you get the best deals for whatever activities you want to do in Arequipa. walking distance from main square and a good vibe at the hostel. Not party but still social. there are plenty of outdoor hangout areas including a mini gym. loved it.

Geena United States of America

Awesome staff, nice place, great location and mostly nice vibes! Pretty sure it’s even more fun post-covid

Stephan United States of America

The hostel is located close to town and is very quiet at night. The garden is very nice. Nice warm showers. Laundry service was quick and good. Breakfast is simple but good. I could also use their computers for free.

Fieke Peru

The staff was helpful. Has space for a pool table (even though it isn't the greatest), Netflix/lounge, and a kitchen. The bed was comfortable.

Mika Canada

I really enjoyed my stay at Arequipay. The staff is really friendly, they make you feel home and they were also very helpful with planning Chachani. It's very clean and the facilities are perfect. There is a really well equipped kitchen, a common area to have breakfast (bread, jam, bananas, oats, coffee.. ) or to hang out during the day and there's also a cosy backyard. Can't wait to come back someday soon :)

Julia Austria

This was a super social hostel but not a party hostel. It had a nice mix of travellers of different ages and backgrounds.

Anonymous Canada

Wow this hostel is great. Especially the staff is amazing, so incredibly helpful and nice. The hostel has spaces to socialize, a good kitchen, and good location. Loved that breakfast was included as well and that you can use the storage room for free. Really great value for money. Highly recommend to stay here.

Kim Netherlands

The staff couldn’t do enough to help me and were available via WhatsApp all hours of the day. One of the best nights sleep I have had in Peru. They organise excellent tours for you. Great breakfast included in the price, eggs, bananas, bread, tea & coffee & porridge.

Thomas United Kingdom
8.8
Excellent
145 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Friendly staffs, cozy atmosphere and close to the center but in a quiet district”
    Gemille Gemille Philippines Philippines
  • “hot showers, you can book trips with them, kitchen, free breakfast, spacious bathroom, pool table”
    Jasmin Jasmin Germany Germany
  • “Good breakfast. Super helpful in making sure you get the best deals for whatever activities you want to do in Arequipa. walking distance from main square and a good vibe at the hostel.”
    Geena Geena United States of America United States of America
  • “Awesome staff, nice place, great location and mostly nice vibes! Pretty sure it’s even more fun post-covid”
    Stephan Stephan United States of America United States of America
  • “The hostel is located close to town and is very quiet at night. The garden is very nice. Nice warm showers. Laundry service was quick and good. Breakfast is simple but good.”
    Fieke Fieke Peru Peru
  • “The staff was helpful. Has space for a pool table (even though it isn't the greatest), Netflix/lounge, and a kitchen. The bed was comfortable.”
    Mika Mika Canada Canada
  • “I really enjoyed my stay at Arequipay. The staff is really friendly, they make you feel home and they were also very helpful with planning Chachani. It's very clean and the facilities are perfect.”
    Julia Julia Austria Austria
  • “This was a super social hostel but not a party hostel. It had a nice mix of travellers of different ages and backgrounds.”
    Canada Canada
  • “Wow this hostel is great. Especially the staff is amazing, so incredibly helpful and nice. The hostel has spaces to socialize, a good kitchen, and good location.”
    Kim Kim Netherlands Netherlands
  • “The staff couldn’t do enough to help me and were available via WhatsApp all hours of the day. One of the best nights sleep I have had in Peru. They organise excellent tours for you.”
    Thomas Thomas United Kingdom United Kingdom

Categories:

  • Staff9.5
  • Facilities8.7
  • Cleanliness8.8
  • Comfort8.8
  • Value for money9.1
  • Location8.7
  • Free WiFi8.8

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Boasting free bikes, garden, shared lounge and free WiFi, Arequipay Backpackers Downtown is located in Arequipa, 0.9 mi from Umacollo Stadium and 1.6 mi from Melgar Stadium. The property is located 1.9 mi from Policlínico Metropolitano, 1.9 mi from Yanahuara Church and 6.8 mi from Sabandia Mill. The accommodations features a 24-hour front desk, a shared kitchen and organizing tours for guests.

At the hostel rooms are fitted with a shared bathroom.

Breakfast is available each morning at Arequipay Backpackers Downtown.

You can play billiards and table tennis at the accommodations.

Popular points of interest near Arequipay Backpackers Downtown include Arequipa Main Square, Archaeological Museum of the Catholic University of Santa María and La Merced Convent and Church. The nearest airport is Rodríguez Ballón International, 5.6 mi from the hostel.

This is our guests' favorite part of Arequipa, according to independent reviews.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

Arequipay Backpackers Downtown has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Sept 28, 2017

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Free WiFi

Property Highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Arequipa, this property has an excellent location score of 8.7!

Breakfast Info

American

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Guest reviews

8.8
Excellent · 145 reviews
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Categories:
  • Staff9.5
  • Facilities8.7
  • Cleanliness8.8
  • Comfort8.8
  • Value for money9.1
  • Location8.7
  • Free WiFi8.8

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See what guests loved the most:

  • Gemille
    PhilippinesPhilippines
    “Friendly staffs, cozy atmosphere and close to the center but in a quiet district”
  • Jasmin
    GermanyGermany
    “hot showers, you can book trips with them, kitchen, free breakfast, spacious bathroom, pool table”
  • Geena
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Good breakfast. Super helpful in making sure you get the best deals for whatever activities you want to do in Arequipa. walking distance from main square and a good vibe at the hostel. Not party but still social. there are plenty of outdoor hangout...”
  • Stephan
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Awesome staff, nice place, great location and mostly nice vibes! Pretty sure it’s even more fun post-covid”
  • Fieke
    PeruPeru
    “The hostel is located close to town and is very quiet at night. The garden is very nice. Nice warm showers. Laundry service was quick and good. Breakfast is simple but good. I could also use their computers for free.”
  • Mika
    CanadaCanada
    “The staff was helpful. Has space for a pool table (even though it isn't the greatest), Netflix/lounge, and a kitchen. The bed was comfortable.”
  • Julia
    AustriaAustria
    “I really enjoyed my stay at Arequipay. The staff is really friendly, they make you feel home and they were also very helpful with planning Chachani. It's very clean and the facilities are perfect. There is a really well equipped kitchen, a common...”
  • A
    Anonymous
    CanadaCanada
    “This was a super social hostel but not a party hostel. It had a nice mix of travellers of different ages and backgrounds.”
  • Kim
    NetherlandsNetherlands
    “Wow this hostel is great. Especially the staff is amazing, so incredibly helpful and nice. The hostel has spaces to socialize, a good kitchen, and good location. Loved that breakfast was included as well and that you can use the storage room for...”
  • Thomas
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “The staff couldn’t do enough to help me and were available via WhatsApp all hours of the day. One of the best nights sleep I have had in Peru. They organise excellent tours for you. Great breakfast included in the price, eggs, bananas, bread, tea...”
Property questions and answers
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  • Do you offer luggage storage?
    yes, we have free storage room when you arrive in the hostel.
    Answered on October 20, 2019
  • Is it quiet at night?
    yes it is. We permit guest stay in common areas maximun till 11pm. Some guest have tour at 3am.
    Answered on October 20, 2019
  • Can I use my own sleeping bag?
    yes of course.
    Answered on October 20, 2019
  • Do you have planned events or activities?
    free yoga lessons for free 3 time per week. free bicycles. salsa and bachata lessons for free 2 times per week.
    Answered on October 20, 2019
  • Do I need a lock for the lockers?
    we have lockers in each room. you can bring your own lock for it.
    Answered on October 20, 2019

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Area Info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
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Located in the historic old town

Arequipa’s old town is known for its white "sillar" rock-crafted buildings that show off their Baroque design. The main square, Plaza de Armas, is surrounded by numerous museums and churches.

What's nearby
  • Archaeological Museum of the Catholic University of Santa María
    0.1 miles
  • La Merced Convent and Church
    0.1 miles
  • Andean Sanctuary Museum of the Catholic University of Santa María
    0.1 miles
  • Goyeneche Palace
    0.3 miles
  • Mario Vargas Llosa Museum
    0.3 miles
  • Compania de Jesus Church
    0.3 miles
  • Plaza de Armas
    0.3 miles
  • San Agustin Church
    0.3 miles
  • Umacollo Stadium
    0.4 miles
  • Cathedral of Arequipa
    0.4 miles
Restaurants & cafes
  • Cafe/Bar Palacios Coffe
    0.2 miles
  • Restaurant La Lucha Sangucheria Criolla
    0.6 miles
  • Restaurant Capriccio - Calle Mercaderes
    0.6 miles
  • Cafe/Bar Chaqchao Chocolates y cafeteria
    0.6 miles
Top attractions
  • Ricketts House
    0.4 miles
  • Moral House
    0.4 miles
  • Santo Domingo Convent and Church
    0.4 miles
  • Melgar Stadium
    0.6 miles
  • Santa Catalina de Siena Convent
    0.6 miles
  • Policlínico Metropolitano
    0.8 miles
  • Yanahuara Church
    1 miles
  • Yanahuara Pointview
    1 miles
  • Honorio Delgado Regional Hospital
    1.1 miles
  • Sabandia Mill
    4.9 miles
Natural Beauty
  • River Rio Chili
    1 miles
Closest Airports
  • Rodríguez Ballón International Airport
    4.6 miles
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Amenities of Arequipay Backpackers Downtown

Most popular amenities

Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Activities
  • Bikes available (free)
  • Ping-pong
  • Pool table
  • Game room
Food & Drink
  • Breakfast in the room
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Parking options available
  • Accessible parking
  • Street parking
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Laundry Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
General
  • Soundproof rooms
Health & Wellness Facilities
  • Yoga classes
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
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Sustainability initiatives
This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel

House rules Arequipay Backpackers Downtown takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

12:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

8:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 4 are welcome.

Children 8 and above are considered adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

8+ years
Extra bed by request
$8 per person, per night

Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

The maximum number of extra beds allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check the maximum capacity for the room you selected.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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The fine print

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

As a result of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has temporarily suspended its shuttle services.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

Please inform Arequipay Backpackers Downtown of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

FAQs about Arequipay Backpackers Downtown

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to Arequipay Backpackers Downtown by:

    • Taxi 30min

  • Check-in at Arequipay Backpackers Downtown is from 12:30 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.

  • The prices at Arequipay Backpackers Downtown may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Guests staying at Arequipay Backpackers Downtown can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.7).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • American

  • Arequipay Backpackers Downtown is 1,950 feet from the center of Arequipa.

  • Arequipay Backpackers Downtown offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Pool table
    • Game room
    • Ping-pong
    • Yoga classes
    • Bikes available (free)