Short-term rental hosting in Lima, Peru

Lima has become one of the world's great food cities, and its neighborhoods from Miraflores to Barranco attract foodies, surfers, and cultural travelers in equal measure. Hosts who give guests the inside track on where to eat and how to get around consistently out-rate those who leave guests to figure it out themselves.

Hosting challenges in Lima

["Guests unsure of distances between neighborhoods like Miraflores and the historic center","Weather is overcast most of the year which surprises visitors expecting Peruvian sun","USD and soles both accepted but rates vary","Street-level safety varies by neighborhood and time of day","Public transit is complex: combis, Metropolitano, and taxis all coexist"]

Who stays here in Lima

["Culinary travelers here for Lima's world-ranking restaurant scene","Families visiting Machu Picchu and using Lima as a gateway","Surfers heading to Miraflores beach breaks","Business travelers for Peru's growing economy"]

Guidebook tips for local hosts in Lima

["Include a note that grey overcast skies are normal for Lima, not a sign of bad weather","Share your neighborhood's best ceviche and causa spots before the tourists find them","Note the Metropolitano bus route if it serves your area","Recommend a reliable currency exchange over street changers","Add your nearest grocery with fresh tropical fruit like chirimoya"]

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