The owners (Dutch and Peruvian couple and an amazing Labrador) are very friendly and have restored and maintained the place really well. Rooms are basic but clean. The place also has a good book exchange and library, Internet access and a well stocked bar. While it's close to the beach, the negative is that it isn't in centro or miraflores. Great place to stay as a stop over or for a longer stay.

First let be state that we were picked up, late, at the Lima Airport, were met by the driver and driven approximately 20 minutes to the "Hostel". That's how the locals I talked to at the airport refered to this place. We were up early the next morning and driven back the the airport for the flight to Cusco. This really didn't give me enought time to test the amenities of the place. That being said: I've read some of the glowing reports from other travlers and feel that they must have stayed at another location. One of the reviews talked about the light traffic to the airport the next morning. NOTHING could be further from the truth. A congested city with teaming, disorganized dangerous traffic. I don't think I've ever had a ride like that. We found the location to be a basic accommodation, nothing more. It was secure behind a wall and gate which counts positive in a large way. The bed was hard and bed covers thin, although they did appear clean. We didn't get bit by Bed Bugs that were mentioned in another report, although it doesn't surprise me someone was. The room had cable TV which worked fine but the room was dimly lit. The bathroom was fully tiled and the shower was hot for the first quick shower in the morning. Unfortunatly, the 2nd person had a natural wake up as the water was cold. No wash cloths were provided, which seemed to be the custom at most places in Peru so be sure to bring your own. The "Breakfast" was a basic roll with a slice of cheese and ham. Couldn't wait to get back to the airport for nourishment. For a quick sleep between flights, no problem. Additional time spent here? I just can't imagine it!
As I said, maybe others who rated this place with 5 stars were staying somewhere else?

We only a one night stopover in Lima and Mami Panchita was perfect for this! They picked us up from the airport and dropped us off at the airport and even got up at 3:00am to make us breakfast! The staff was extremely friendly and helpful! The hotel isn't in a great neighborhood so, you would have to take a cab if you want to go anywhere. With that said, it is completely secure and you feel very safe inside. It has a cute courtyard in the middle, a small bar and areas to hang out. We were actually there on New Years Eve and we went up to the roof and watched the fireworks going off all over the city!

We had 10 hours to spend at the Lima airport before our 5 AM flight to Cusco the next morning. Mami Panchita organized a cab ride for us in both directions, and even had a nice breakfast ready for us at 3 AM.