InterContinental Real Lima Miraflores opens with panache

InterContinental Real Lima Miraflores, an IHG property with 292 rooms and 29 suites, opened in June 2025 and is carving out a new kind of Lima stay—anchored by a dramatic lobby spiral staircase, an Executive Club lounge with Pacific views, and a rooftop infini

The first thing you notice at InterContinental Real Lima Miraflores isn’t the fact that it’s new. It’s the lobby—white sculpted curves, black treads, and a dramatic double-helix spiral staircase rising through multiple floors behind a glass curtain wall, lit from below for effect.

The hotel opened in June 2025. and after stepping inside. it’s hard to miss how pristine everything still feels—“not a nick or scuff in sight.” Interior designer Germán Margozzini. described as a Lima hospitality veteran. built the ground-floor public spaces around warm neutrals. dark browns. and polished marble. shaping a look that feels luxurious but grounded—more private club than glitzy resort.

Even the check-in setup leans into that contrast: a traditional-style dark wood counter with carved legs. positioned against a floor-to-ceiling shelving installation styled like a gentleman’s library. Curated art books. ceramic vessels. and a brass dome lamp sit beneath a large abstract ink painting that anchors the wall. In the adjoining lounge. circular sculptural rings hang from a double-height ceiling. and oversized photographs of grand European interiors share space with bold geometric abstracts.

The details don’t stop there. Towering floral arrangements—birds-of-paradise alongside ginger and tropical foliage—bring a distinctly Peruvian sensibility to the room. even as the overall design direction skews cosmopolitan. a point the reviewer flags as a fair question about “sense of place.” Still. the first impression lands as polished. warm. and beautiful.

There’s another reason the complex feels easy to settle into: it comprises two related properties that share restaurant access—InterContinental and Hotel Indigo Miraflores. The reviewer notes this is the first Hotel Indigo in South America, and the location does the heavy lifting. A quick walk across the street reaches Larcomar, while the Malecón promenade puts the artsy Barranco neighborhood within reach.

The Executive Club lounge is where the stay turns into something more tailored. Located on the 20th floor, it comes with panoramic Pacific views, comfortable seating, and complimentary food and beverages. The reviewer highlights Inca Kola as a treat. and says staff learned their names quickly—helping plan daily itineraries and matching restaurant picks to personal tastes.

For downtime, there’s also the rooftop infinity pool. While it isn’t large, the reviewer reports it was uncrowded and delivered splendid ocean views—exactly the kind of quiet reprieve you want after a day in Lima.

Pricing varies, and the hotel’s cash and points ranges are split by season. Looking at cash prices over the next 12 months. the reviewer reports all-in nightly rates from $269 to $299 in June. August through February. and in April. For those same months, IHG One Rewards redemptions range from 47,000 to 53,000 points per night. March, May, and July are pricier, with nights ranging from $385 to $497 or 60,000 to 85,000 points.

Room sizes follow the same tiers. The Classic rooms clock in at 441 square feet. while the hotel’s 29 suites offer more variety: Junior Suites available at 600 to 670 square feet. plus a larger version of roughly 800 square feet—both offering ocean views. The Executive Suite lands at 1,220 square feet with a separate bath and walk-in shower. At the top is the Ambassador Suite, at 2,010 square feet, also with a separate bath and walk-in shower. Access to the club lounge can be included for all rooms and suites depending on booking.

The stay experience itself came with one practical surprise: a faulty air-conditioner in the first room. After the in-house handyman tried twice to restart it. the hotel moved the guest to the suite to avoid wasting vacation time. Upon arrival in both rooms. there was also a sweet welcome snack—chocolates—though the reviewer says they would have preferred something with a stronger Peruvian flair. contrasting it with a welcome gift of two good-sized bottles of fancy local sea salt received earlier at JW Marriott Hotel Lima.

On dining. the Executive Club lounge on the 20th floor was singled out as the best meal experience at the hotel. Breakfast is included via the reviewer’s Bilt Home Away From Home booking at The Market on the third floor. with a buffet option as well as an a la carte menu. Fruit and fresh juices are described as especially good, and The Market is open for lunch and dinner.

But not every bite made the cut. The reviewer says one dinner at the hotel’s outdoor Circo was disappointing. The overall vibe was described as lovely—comfortable furniture. tables spaced with room to move. and twinkling fairy lights—but the food came out poorly prepared. A steak was so overcooked they had to bring a second one, which the reviewer says was equally inedible. They suggest they should have stuck with pizza from the brick oven. though they also felt the crust seemed too thick.

Because Lima has so many strong dining options close by. the reviewer says they wouldn’t recommend booking dinner at Circo. The hotel’s other restaurants. however. are listed with clearer promise: Nau Nikkei Lounge on the rooftop serves Nikkei cuisine—a Japanese and Peruvian fusion—featuring sushi. tempura. lomo saltado. and more. Factory Steak & Lobster on the first floor offers high-end, pricey steaks and seafood. Nina. next door at Hotel Indigo. serves traditional Peruvian dishes with comfort-food leaning menu items such as papa rellena. ceviche. and pastel de choclo.

During downtime, the hotel also offers a fitness center with TechnoGym gear and weights. The Presence Spa includes one couples treatment room and three single rooms for massages and facials. plus wet and dry saunas and a relaxation room. Beyond the pool and club lounge, there’s also a business center.

For anyone planning a first visit. the reviewer’s practical tips are straightforward: book higher-floor rooms or suites for sweeping ocean views; walk across the street to the Malecón about an hour before sunset for a photo moment; and if you have Executive Club access. ask for help planning the stay—the reviewer says recommendations matched what mattered most for the trip. They also suggest visiting the pool early in the morning or at dinnertime to avoid crowds.

Accessibility is addressed directly. The reviewer notes a wide entrance with a ramp to avoid a step up. and wide entry doors on either side of a central revolving door. ADA-compliant elevators serve all levels. There is ramp access to the rooftop pool, and the hotel has a wheelchair available as needed. The property is described as offering a variety of ADA-compliant and wheelchair accessible guest rooms. including bathrooms with grab bars. tall toilet seats. showers with built-in transfer seats. and accessible bathroom controls.

If the goal is a familiar. high-end base with subtle Peruvian flourishes. the reviewer says InterContinental Real Lima Miraflores delivers on that balance—especially when booking with loyalty or card benefits. They highlight options such as IHG. American Express Membership Rewards. Bilt. Chase Ultimate Rewards. and more. along with perks tied to credit-card portal bookings like complimentary space-available room upgrades and free breakfast via programs including American Express Fine Resorts + Hotels. Chase’s The Edit. and Bilt’s Home Away From Home.

Still, for travelers who prefer boutique or art-centric stays, Barranco is positioned as an alternative, with the reviewer pointing to the Museo Jade Rivera as a nearby draw.

For romantic sunset views and quick access to the Malecón boardwalk right outside the door, the InterContinental is framed as a strong fit—so long as dinner plans are made wisely.

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