Socialtel Arequipa - Formerly Selina Arequipa
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Socialtel Arequipa - Formerly Selina Arequipa

C. Jerusalén 606, Arequipa, 04001, Peru
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Highlights
Delicious breakfast
Lots to do
Pets welcome
Amenities
Restaurant
Nightclub
Outdoor swimming pool
Luggage storageFree
Massage room
Bar
Hiking
Business center
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Property Description
With a stay at Socialtel Arequipa in Arequipa (Historical Center), you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Arequipa Plaza de Armas and Puente Grau. This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Mundo Alpaca and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Iglesia de San Francisco.
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8.0/10
Very Good
Cleanliness8.0
Amenities8.1
Location8.0
Service8.1
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Surroundings
Airport: Rodriguez Ballon International Airport
(8.5 km)
Train: Estacion Ferrocarril Del Sur
(3.5 km)
Landmarks: Iglesia de San Lázaro
(250m)
Landmarks: Mundo Alpaca
(300m)
Landmarks: Parque Juan Pablo Vizcardo y Guzman
(320m)
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Standard Room
8

Standard Room

1 Double bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Towels
Private toilet
Desk
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Standard Twin Room
5

Standard Twin Room

2 Single bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Towels
Private toilet
Desk
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Deluxe Room
8

Deluxe Room

1 Queen bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Towels
Garden view
Private toilet
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Small Room Shared Bathroom
3

Small Room Shared Bathroom

1 Double bed
Non-smoking
Towels
Private toilet
Bedding: Blanket or quilt
Shared bathroom
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Family Room
4

Family Room

1 Bunk bed and 2 Single bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
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Wi-Fi in room
Bedding: Blanket or quilt
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Unique Room
5

Unique Room

1 Queen bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Towels
Wi-Fi in room
Bedding: Blanket or quilt
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8/10
Very Good
57 reviews
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  • Cleanliness8
  • Amenities8.1
  • Location8
  • Service8.1
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AI Summary
Centrally located with friendly staff, the accommodation offers delicious breakfast and top-notch facilities. Guests appreciate the cleanliness and helpfulness of the cleaning staff, as well as the beautiful pool area.
S‍a‍r‍a‍h‍ ‍a‍n‍d‍ ‍E‍r‍i‍c
May 6, 2023
We really liked this hostel, so we stayed again after a Colca Canyon trek. The micro room we had this time was smaller than before. Two people with two large backpacks and day bags pretty much fill it, but it’s juuuust enough space for a short stay. Staff and property amenities are fantastic.
G‍i‍r‍l‍_‍w‍i‍t‍h‍_‍e‍y‍e‍s‍_‍c‍l‍o‍s‍e‍d
June 5, 2022
Amazing social place with people from all over the world, tho it has no heaters in the rooms. The blankets help to stay comfortable and warm during the night but I had to take three hot showers in a day to warm up. Absolutely beautiful from the decor and layout perspective. Great bar, nice service and central location.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
April 29, 2025
Known as Socialtel Arequipa when we visited. Lovely big room facing extensive gardens. Spotlessly clean. Lovely poolside breakfast. Very central location 10 minutes easy walk to Plaza de Armas. We loved this hotel and thought it excellent value. Unfortunately on the day we left all the guests were turfed out and the staff fired due to ‘management changes’ so not sure what the future will be.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
April 28, 2024
Had a fantastic time here. The facilities were top notch and the staff could not have been more helpful or friendly. A special mention to Nancy who was particularly brilliant!! She had the best advice on places to visit and go out to. A truly memorable place with beautiful people. I would highly recommend here for your stay in Arequipa, 5/5!
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
April 28, 2024
A friend told me it was their favourite Selina, but it exceeded expectations. Property: The property is incredible - I worked beside a pool, in a hanging gazebo, and even from a treehouse. Nightlife: With a restaurant, bar, and club that hosts a popular rave every Thursday, I was never bored. Working: My basic home-office has me missing the coworking space they offered. Best I have experienced to-date!. Activities: Free yoga classes, free HIIT classes, and more tours than I could accomplish in 6 weeks will have me coming back. Staff: I saved the best for last, because what made this place special was the people. From Claudia and Matteo (front desk), Rodrigo and Alejandro (bartenders), Alfredo or Wilbur (security), Tisiano (photographer) or Luca and Lucia (management) - everyone of these people made me feel like I was at home.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
February 22, 2024
Run down, unclean, lack of facilities. Despite how lovely this hostel looks on photos it is very run down and not well kept. The pool is unclean and all of the communal cushions are dirty. Our bedroom didn’t lock and the door was hard to open and close meaning you couldn’t come in quietly. Our AVT and white water rafting trip was cancelled and we weren’t made aware until 10 minutes before when we asked about it. We were then advised a refund for this would take up to 20 days. We were also not made aware at all that the water was going to be off for over 24 hours. No water, at all. No toilets, no showers, no notice, whilst they continued to accept new guests who were seemingly unaware too.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
December 29, 2023
Very nice, cosy and spacious room, well working bathroom with hot shower. Professional service, especially the manager Lucia who went beyond expectations for our family. Very good and filling breakfast. Very nice backyard for hanging around and kitchen available for guests. It's quite loud with music and parties all evening (throughout our stay of 4 nights). They were usually quieter after 10:30pm. However, we were advised to take a little bit different room to accommodate us further from the noise. So overall great experience for the price.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
May 8, 2023
Nice decor and styling in the rooms, large and comfortable bed (we had a private room just a bit back from the pool area). The inclusion of a fridge was a plus point. The cleaning staff were helpful and courteous. When we checked in, the guys working reception helped us up to the room with our luggage (I had been volunteering in Arequipa for 2 months prior so had a few bags). However, when I asked on our way out if they had anyone available to help take our luggage to the taxi, it was a hard “no ofrecemos ese servicio” 😕 So I guess it depends who’s working that day as to what level of service you get. The bar area around the pool was nice with lots of seating options to chill out, but the water in the pool was absolutely freezing and even cold water swimmers wouldn’t be in there much more than 10 minutes! I removed quite a lot of bugs during my swim, so a regular clean with a net wouldn’t go amiss. The worst aspect of this place was the obnoxiously loud and unrelenting music. I couldn’t even get peace and quiet in our private bathroom. I get that the poolside party is their vibe, but I really don’t think they need quite so many hours of it in their schedule. With retrospect, I’d have chosen a quieter hotel. Finally, we booked a massage. I thought it would be a nice way to round off our trip, the price was equivalent to about £30 GBP which I thought was a good deal. I’d had an excellent massage at Selina in Baños, Ecuador, so I was looking forward to it. Well, both my massage (hot stones) and the one my boyfriend had (regular massage) were so comically bad that we still joke about it 6 months later. I asked the masseuse in fluent Spanish 5 times and in a variety of different ways to really use a bit more pressure, but no…. the two of us spent an hour each being half-heartedly rubbed with oil by someone who clearly had received very little training and was unable to locate any knots, any areas of tension, anything. I actually left more tense than I went in! I did tell the reception so I sincerely hope they have recruited a new massage therapist. Overall, there are some benefits to Selina such as the relative proximity to the city centre whilst also having a pool. However, I wouldn’t rush back and didn’t find it quite as good as the other Selinas I’ve stayed in in Central and South America.

Services & Amenities

Restaurant
Outdoor swimming pool
Bar
Restaurant
Restaurant
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Internet
Outdoor swimming pool
Parking
Transportation
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Property Policies

Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: After 15:00
Check-out: Before 11:00

Front desk hours: 24/7

Child Policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.

Cribs and Extra Beds
For all room types, cribs and extra beds cannot be added.

Breakfast
TypeAmerican, Gluten-free, Vegan, Vegetarian
StyleBoxed/packaged food
AgeFee
Adult
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Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.

Pets
Pets are allowedAdditional charge
Fee: $10.16 (approx. AED 37.32) per pet per night

Service Animals
Service animals are not allowed

Age Requirements
The guest checking in must be between 18–99 years old.

Paying at the Hotel

  • Cash

Property Description

  • Number of Rooms: 6
With a stay at Socialtel Arequipa in Arequipa (Historical Center), you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Arequipa Plaza de Armas and Puente Grau. This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Mundo Alpaca and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Iglesia de San Francisco.

Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and bike parking.

At Socialtel Arequipa, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Local cuisine breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.

Featured amenities include a business center, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage.

Make yourself at home in one of the 80 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with showers are provided.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the check-in and check-out times at Socialtel Arequipa - Formerly Selina Arequipa?

The check-in time at Socialtel Arequipa - Formerly Selina Arequipa is 15:00 and the check-out time is 11:00.

Does Socialtel Arequipa - Formerly Selina Arequipa have a swimming pool?

Yes, Socialtel Arequipa - Formerly Selina Arequipa has a pool.

Are pets allowed at Socialtel Arequipa - Formerly Selina Arequipa?

Yes, pets are typically allowed at Socialtel Arequipa - Formerly Selina Arequipa, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.

Does Socialtel Arequipa - Formerly Selina Arequipa provide breakfast?

Yes, Guests staying at Socialtel Arequipa - Formerly Selina Arequipa can enjoy breakfast during their stay. Breakfast option(s): American, Gluten-free, Vegan, Vegetarian.

How much does it cost to stay at Socialtel Arequipa - Formerly Selina Arequipa?

Prices at Socialtel Arequipa - Formerly Selina Arequipa are subject to change according to dates, hotel policy, and other factors. To view prices, please search for the dates you wish to stay at the hotel.

How to get from the closest airport to Socialtel Arequipa - Formerly Selina Arequipa?

The closest airport is Rodriguez Ballon International Airport, and it is about 28 mins from hotel by car (8.5 km).

What is the cancellation policy for Socialtel Arequipa - Formerly Selina Arequipa?

The cancellation policy for Socialtel Arequipa - Formerly Selina Arequipa varies depending on the type of room and booking conditions.

About This Property

Nearest AirportRodríguez Ballón International Airport
Distance to Airport8.52KM
Nearest Train StationEstacion Ferrocarril Del Sur
Distance to Train Station3.54KM
Average Price FromAED190
Hotel Star Rating3