Neighborhood Vibe of Barranco, Lima

  • Neighborhood Vibe of Barranco, Lima

    Discover the historic and bohemian district of Barranco

    Puente de los Suspiros (Bridge of Sighs)

    An authentic neighborhood with its own distinct vibe, well connected to the most important neighborhoods in Lima and close to a metropolitan bus station. Just 10 minutes walk to the cliffs and 15 minutes to the Puente de la Paz connecting us to Miraflores. Or 15 minutes walk to Puente de los Suspiros (Bridge of Sighs) and the main square of Barranco. Brimming with markets, coffee shops, street vendors. Featuring a sports complex and some vibrant parks. Also the best gastronomy in the city with the best restaurants, bars, and clubs teeming with local Limeños.

    Just steps from the beach and the heart of the neighborhood, our hostel is the perfect spot for travelers looking to explore Lima, relax, and enjoy every moment of their journey.

    Playa Las Sombrillas / Lima Marina Club / Playa Los Yuyos

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  • Barranco Nightlife

    Juanito de Barranco

    20 minutes walk from Bereja Family Hostel is a place where you can taste the best pork sandwich in town. Featuring crisp, tart Pisco Sours and local craft beers, and run by Don Juan’s sons, this is a traditional Limeño bar (old tavern colonial) where you can meet musicians, writers, poets, actors and bohemian locals. The majority of the hottest artists in town gather here. The prices are very reasonable and the atmosphere can’t be beat. 

    La Noche de Barranco

    Located 20 minutes walking distance from our place, here you will find the best Pisco Sours and cocktails in town. This is the best place for live music and for meeting locals. La Noche de Barranco is full of bohemian Limeños and the perfect place for staying out late. Highly recommend for socializing and also they have their own Jukebox where you can play your favorite hits. Prices are reasonable and it’s a positive atmosphere.

    Sargento Pimienta Rock Bar

    Just 10 minutes walk from us, the best live rock music bar (live salsa on Tuesdays) where you can find open-minded locals, reasonable prices and lively atmosphere.

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  • Barranco Gastronomy

    La Chingana

    Just 5 minutes walk from our place, you can find the best ceviche in Barranco. La Chingana is run by our friend Erika, a wonderful chef. Her restaurant is a cozy place where you can enjoy the best fresh seafood and Peru’s most celebrated dish, Ceviche. Very reasonable prices and great service.

     El Tio Mario

    Just a 15 minute walk from our place, the best Anticuchos (Beef Heart skewers) in Lima. Our second most typical dish after Ceviche and the most essential street food. Also the best Picarones (peruvian donuts) made of sweet potato and pumpkin served with fig honey. Run by a Christian family for decades, they started as a street vendor and grew into a lovely restaurant close to the Puente de los Suspiros (Bridge of Sighs). Reasonable prices and enchanting view of the sunset.

    Alitas Broaster “Gloria”

    Just 2 minute walk from us, the best homemade street food in town, broaster chicken, and homemade hand-cut Salchipapas (French Fries with Sausage), run by our extended family, low prices and an excellent value.

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