Last update: 04 June 2010
Lula’s B&B
Arequipa - Peru
Please note that Lula’s B&B is neither a hotel nor a hostel, but (as the Lonely Planet states) “a charming [family run] apartment-style B&B“, with three bedrooms. All the rooms are with private bathroom/shower-WC, international cable TV and WiFi (ADSL wireless).
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„Komfortables B&B in einer grossen und modern eingerichteten Privatwohnung der sehr hilfsbereiten peruanischen dt.-spr. Sprachlehrerin Juana Lourdes Díaz Oviedo de Seelhofer.“
Reise Know-How Peru/Bolivia Travel Guide (Germany)
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Who will be your hostess? Since the mid eighties, I have lived, together with my Swiss born husband, in various countries of the Americas (Mexico, Guatemala, Haiti, Dominican Republic) as well as in Switzerland. In 2002 we returned to Arequipa. Language-wise, non-Spanish speakers will not have problems: I am/we are fluent in English, German, and French. |
My main job is teaching (Spanish) and running (together with my husband) a Spanish Language School (EDEAQ), located half a block (one minute) from the main square („Plaza de Armas”) in Arequipa. My school is the only one in Arequipa that is recognised by the Peruvian Ministry of Education, and the intensive courses are recognised as Bildungsurlaub („educational leave of absence”) in a series of states in Germany. We (i.e. my school) are members of the Arequipa Chamber of Commerce as well as of the Association of Hotels and Restaurants of Arequipa. – Please refer to: www.edeaq.com |
In your first mail (French or German written is ok too), entering your reservation request, please let us know when (date and approximate time of arrival) you will arrive in Arequipa and how many days you plan to stay. And do not forget to give your full name (first name and family name) and to indicate the names of the people you are travelling with. You will get a feedback by e-mail within 24 hours. – Arequipa and its surroundings are beautiful and interesting must-see tourist attractions; so plan enough time to spend here. Mrs. Juana Lourdes Díaz Oviedo de Seelhofer |
We are on the top floor of a modern building on a small hill in the Cayma District in Arequipa. This is a very quiet neighbourhood; the air quality is excellent, and we enjoy splendid views, also from our roof terrace: westwards to the city of Arequipa, eastwards to the Andes (Chachany, Misti).
The view from there - as well as from the living/dining room downstairs - is just fantastic.
If not discovering Arequipa and its surroundings, you can of course also stay in the large living/dining room as well as in the small living room, where you will find Cable-TV (including BBC, CNN in English and Spanish, Deutsche Welle, Télévision Française, RAI, Televisión Española, Peruvian and other Latin American Channels, Movie Channels, Sports Channels, etc.) and a lot of books (including dictionaries, travel guides, etc.). We also maintain quite an impressive collection of CDs and cassettes with Latin American music as well as of the classical repertoire (Mozart in particular).
Enjoy some additional pictures: the view towards the Misti from the „Mirador de Cayma,” (a viewpoint approximately 150 m from our house); a typical alley near the Plaza Yanahuara, and Arequipa’s main square („Plaza de Armas”).
The “Penthouse:” On the upper/top floor, a recently refurbished “penthouse” (with direct access to the roof terrace), which includes one major bedroom (“French”/double bed), one small bedroom (standard bed), and a bathroom/shower-WC, is available.
A computer is at your disposal, which means that you have Internet access 24/7. You may also bring your personal laptop and use our wireless (WiFi) service. Please note, however, that (possible) re-configuration of your laptop to be compatible with our network will be at your expense. – Internet cafes are plentiful in Arequipa and are very inexpensive (less than USD 0.40 per hour). Hours of operation are usually 08:00 h to 22:00 h.
The package price includes breakfast (plus all-day omplimentary coffee, tea, bottled mineral water), and the arrival transfer on check-in day from Arequipa International Airport (please note that a stay of less than two consecutive days does not include transfer). – Non-use of the transfer service or breakfast does not entitle customers to a reimbursement. – All rooms are with international cabel TV. – When arriving on check-in day by bus, we reimburse the effective cost of the transfer (maximum: the equivalent of USD 3.50), and we will let you know beforehand which taxi you should take at the bus terminal to get safely to your Arequipa home. – Laundry Service: USD 2.00 per load.
| 1 to 2 consecutive days | Single: USD 15.00 | Double: USD 21.00 Triple: USD 28.00 |
| 3 to 4 consecutive days | Single: USD 14.00 | Double: USD 20.00 Triple: USD 27.00 |
| 5 to 6 consecutive days | Single: USD 13.00 | Double: USD 19.00 Triple: USD 26.00 |
| 7 to 8 consecutive days | Single: USD 12.00 | Double: USD 18.00 Triple: USD 25.00 |
| 9 and more consecutive days | Single: USD 11.00 | Double: USD 17.00 Triple: USD 24.00 |
Full board (lunch and dinner): add USD 11.00 per person per day.
A meal (we are more than glad to prepare typical Peruvian dishes and/or Arequipa cuisine) includes soup or salad or an appetiser (starter) plus a main course, and a dessert. Vegetarians are welcome.
Please be aware that our cook, Mrs. Marina, is an expert in preparing (inter alia) genuin "home made" Peruvian dishes.
Payment (full balance) is due the day before departure and must be paid in cash (USD or Soles).
The deposit for the keys is USD 50.00 or S/. 150.00.
Travellers with children
Travellers with children are welcome.
Excursions and sports
As your hosts, we will, of course, assist you in your travel undertakings in and around Arequipa. Two of the world's greatest natural wonders are found in the Arequipa region: the Colca Canyon and the Cotahuasi Canyon. – Colca Canyon: we will help you to get you a suitable package in terms of schedule and price and will inform you about possible special offers. – Cotahuasi Canyon: we will provide advise how you can organise a trip on your own to the deepest canyon in the world (3354 m/11.004 ft.).
We can also provide you with non-expensive short-term memberships in the well-equipped “Club Internacional Arequipa,” a first-class establishment within walking distance both from our house and from downtown (facilities include swimming/use of pools, tennis, gymnasium/aerobics, soccer, track and field, etc.).
Cultural events
My Spanish Language School (EDEAQ) publishes twice per week a handout of local current cultural events, which we share with our guests. – Sample copy (14 May 2010): click here. – Please be aware that during the summer holidays (January, February and early March), the frequency of cultural events is fairly low.
P.S.
Those who would like to know more about Arequipa (history, architecture, sights, leisure and sports, excursions, typical cuisine, etc.) are welcome to open the page „Arequipa (Leisure and Sports).” More practical information relating to Peru as such (flights, climate, money change, etc.) is provided through „Hints And How To Get There.” And those who are looking for a good introduction into Peruvian history, politics and relevant sociological and societal aspects will find comprehensive information (“Country and People”) that my Swiss husband (he is a University of Zurich trained sociologist) has written and compiled. Please note that the three mentioned links have been elaborated for my Spanish Language School (EDEAQ) - so do not be confused when you read in some rare occasions about students, just replace the word “student” through “guest!”
References
* = Translated from German.
** = Translated from Spanish.
[…] Our hosts were entirely welcoming, their help and useful advice throughout our week-long stay […] We would definitely recommend this B&B to anyone looking for a well-priced, thoroughly enjoyable experience.
Julian Moxon, Aviation Journalist, Le Perroux (Normandy) - France
mjulian_@hotmail.com
Jenny Forbes, Nurse, Farnham (Surrey) - England, UK
* Thanks for your splendid hospitality […] [and] the useful hints and information and the interesting conversations […] we enjoyed it very much - for a long time we hadn't felt in such good hands.
Marcel Matthes and Sabine Römer, Stuttgart - Germany
* We liked Arequipa and Lula's B&B very much (and, last but not least, the delicious food). – All in all, highly recommendable!
Frank Fiesinger, Portfolio Manager, Luxemburg
Viktoria Fiesinger, Economist, Luxemburg
In June 2009, we (my 13-year old daughter Jilian, my friend Maria Dolores from the Philippines, and I) spent a few days in Arequipa (Peru), where we stayed at Lula’s B&B, and we recommend it. We really enjoyed our stay there.
Maria Obias, IT Consultant, Pleasant Hill CA - United States
mobias@gmail.com
* [...] was the best tip we got on our trip in Peru. We liked it very much. And the breakfast was a dream we will always remember.
Ulrike Trautmann, Nürnberg - Germany
u.trautmann@gmx.net
Markus Sand, Nürnberg - Germany
I couldn't have made a better choice of accommodations - a small “penthouse” with two bright, clean, and cozy rooms […] all surrounded by a rooftop terrace looking out to the Chachani and El Misti. […] Lula and her Swiss husband Max were excellent hosts, providing me with all the information I needed when I needed it.
Robert Stephens, Engineer (Research Scientist), Detroit MI - United States
azeotropic1@aol.com
* Many thanks for the agreeable days (January 2010), your superb hospitality, the interesting conversations [...] And I enjoyed as well the deliciously prepared meals. – It can't be better!
Konrad Jäger (35), Business Economist/Marketing Director, Winterthur - Switzerland
We enjoyed staying at Lula's B&B very much. […] close to a lookout point of the valley, as well as to downtown. We look forward to a return trip.
Kristi and Brent Miller, Marion IA - United States
mmillerbrent@yahoo.com
* [...] I enjoyed the days I spent in Lula's B&B very much: quiet location, not very far from the city centre [...] I can only recommend Lula’s B&B [...]
Annemarie Wäschle, Social Worker, Radolfzell - Germany
* * The best Pisco Sour in Peru, VIP breakfast, we felt like being at home, super care and service. Our hosts: excellent, friendly and very helpful.
María José Mantilla, Camila Mantilla, Natalia Cruz, Bogotá - Colombia
majitoquerida@gmail.com
[…] It was really an experience of the highest quality, not only in terms of accommodation, but also food-wise (breakfast and dinner). […] We highly recommend this accommodation, and would certainly stay there again if we return to Arequipa some day.
Marianne and Poul Bregendahl, Ida (12), Rasmus (17)
Aarhus - Denmark
* [...] the view from the roof terrace to the Andes and over the city is splendid. In particular we would emphasise the friendly service provided by the owners, and the super delicious breakfast.
Elisabeth und Adreas Wagner, Tannheimertal (Tyrol) - Austria
* […] After having studied medicine in Germany during three years, I wanted to pass a foreign study year […] in Arequipa. […] My small two room apartment at Lula’s B&B was charming, […] personal care of my hostess Lula and her Swiss husband Max was friendly/agreeable; […] Thanks to them, the initial phase of my foreign study year was a success. I had not expected to have such a good start in a new country […] Many thanks!
Julia Berliner, Student, Seevetal (Hamburg) - Germany
juliaberliner@gmx.de
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