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Gran Hotel Bolívar
Lima, Peru · Independent · Near Luxury
Rafael Marquina's Gran Hotel Bolivar opened in 1924 for the Ayacucho centennial, Lima's first large modern hotel, on Plaza San Martin in the Cercado. About 80 rooms remain in the ceremonial pile, and the bar still pours Pisco Sours.
- 80 rooms
- Opened 1924
- Neighborhood: Cercado de Lima
- Architect: Rafael Marquina
About Gran Hotel Bolívar
- Hollywood and visiting presidents used the house when Lima still received at the plaza. The bar is the Pisco Sour memory.
- Plaza San Martin, in Lima's Cercado, is where the city still meets the 1924 ceremonial hotel.
History
Opened in 1924 to celebrate the centennial of the Battle of Ayacucho, the Gran Hotel Bolívar was Lima's first large modern hotel and a long-time hub for high society. Designed by architect Rafael Marquina, the property has hosted legendary figures from Hollywood stars to world leaders and is renowned for its grand architecture and historic Pisco Sour bar.
The setting
On Plaza San Martin in the Cercado de Lima.
Amenities
- Free Wi-Fi
- On-site restaurant and gastronomic experience
- Historic bar famous for Pisco Sours
- 24-hour front desk and security
- Room service and laundry service
- Event and banquet facilities
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