Pirwa Park Hostel Arequipa
Come stay at Pirwa's Arequipa hostel, housed in a colonial home in the heart of Arequipa's Historical Center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2000. Only 3 blocks from the Plaza de Armas, with its colossal cathedral stretching over the plaza's entire north side, our youth hostel is ideally placed so that you'll be within walking distance to major attractions, exciting bars and clubs, and quality restaurants.
At Pirwa Park Hostel in Arequipa you can choose from a variety of sunlit roomy dormitories with shared bathrooms or private double or triple rooms with private bathrooms and cable TV- all cheerful rooms with soft beds and 24hr hot water for your comfort.
If the trek across Colca Canyon under the condors tires you out, you'll find more than enough relaxing entertainment to be had at our hostel in Arequipa! Take advantage of Arequipas sunny climate to work on your tan on the rooftop terrace, perhaps perusing a novel from our book exchange or simply appreciating the amazing view of the El Misti Volcano, fondly considered the symbol of Arequipa. Join in a friendly tabletop football competition with travelers from all over the world, watch some sports in the lounge, or take advantage of the free internet to catch up on your correspondence or bring your travel blog up to date. A self-catering kitchen allows you to experiment with any tempting local ingredients you may find in the market.
Once you're ready to head back out into the city you can stop by our convenient travel desk and get all of the free information about area attractions, travel assistance, or tour coordination that you need. Marvel at Arequipa's famously ornate architectural facades and let yourself be carried back in time by pre-Incan and Incan terraces still in use today, all while knowing that back at the hostel your things are secure thanks to our secure luggage storage, safe-box, and 24hr reception.
Pirwa's backpacker hostel in Arequipa proves that you don't need to sacrifice comfort or a central location for cheap accommodations!
Pirwa Hostels Facilities:
- 24 hours Hot Showers
- Cable TV
- FREE internet access +
- Guest Kitchen
- Homemade Breakfast
- Pick-up Service *
- Sunny Terrace with Volcano View
- Telephone
- Laundry Service
- In-House Travel Agency
- Book Exchange
- Long-Stay Discounts
- Special Group Rates
- Travel Desk
- Credit Cards Accepted**
* Visa carries an additional 6% charge. MasterCard carries an additional 8% charge.
| Room's Types | Rates | |
|---|---|---|
| Dorm X 5 Beds A room for 4 people with shared bathroom |
Rates X Person
S./28.50 - (Aprox. $9.50)
|
 |
| Dorm x 6 Beds A room for 6 people with shared bathroom |
Rates X Person
S./27.00 - (Aprox. $9.00)
|
|
| Private Double Ensuite Double room with private bathroom |
Rates X Room
S./75.00 - (Aprox. $25.00)
|
 |
| Private Twin Ensuite Twin room with private bathroom |
Rates X Room
S./75.00 - (Aprox. $25.00)
|
 |
| Private Triple Ensuite Triple room with private bathroom |
Rates X Room
S./99.00 - (Aprox. $33.00)
|
 |
|
BOOK NOW with credit card BOOK NOW by email Free charge BOOK NOW by Facebook 10% discount |
||
|
These rates are per day, in Peruvian Nuevos Soles (S/.) |
||
Cotahuasi Canyon
This geological wonder descends 3,535m, making it the world's deepest canyon. It was home to the Wari Culture before their conquest by the Incas, who used the land to shorten the salt route between Cusco and the coast. In the canyon you´ll see pre-Incan Andean terraces and Inca trails still in use, waterfalls and natural hot springs, petrified forests, cactus and puya forests, enigmatic petroglyphs, and the diverse flora and fauna that characterize the "The Canyon of Wonder´s" 12 ecosystems.
Yanahuara View Point
This traditional neighborhood of narrow streets, gardens, and colonial homes of volcanic rock not only has plaza boasting 18th century churches with some of the region's best mestizo art, but also has a look-out made famous by postcards. The look-out is covered by a series of white sillar arches from the 19th century which have been engraved with words from Arequipeño writers. From here you´ll get a bird´s eye view of the Chili River Valley, the city, and the three volcanoes.
The Goyeneche Palace
The colonial architecture of this large stately baroque mansion on La Merced Street boasts a façade of false Doric columns and flowers and a large iron-railed balcony. It was built in the 17th century but went through reconstructions after 3 earthquakes. Under its soaring roofs, there´s a white sillar stone staircase in the form of a snail shell and an interior main patio with a black stone fountain. These days the property houses paintings and sculptures of the Cusco and Granada School.
Recoleta
In Arequipa's Historical Center you can't help but notice the distinctive red tower of the Recoleta Franciscan Monastery. It was founded in 1648 but didn't open its doors to the public until more than 300 years later. Various reconstructions resulted in buildings flaunting styles spanning from the Romanesque to neo Gothic. It houses collections from the Archeological & Anthropological Museum, Natural Museum, and Religious Arts Museum; its library holds more than 20,000 rare volumes and scrolls.
