El Recreo
Trujillo
Popular places to visit
Trujillo Plaza de Armas
Visit an elegant 17th-century cathedral, view colorful colonial buildings and be part of cultural events at Trujillo’s animated main square.
Trujillo Cathedral
Magnificent altarpieces, stunning canvases and beautiful façades captivate visitors to this 17th-century cathedral on the Plaza de Armas.
Casa de Mayorazgo de Facala
Find out about the history of Trujillo when you take a trip to Casa de Mayorazgo de Facala. Discover the area's museums and monuments.
Real Plaza Trujillo
During your visit to Trujillo, you can enjoy retail therapy at Real Plaza Trujillo. Make some time to visit the temples while you're in the area.
Mall Aventura Plaza
During your visit to Trujillo, you can do some window-shopping at Mall Aventura Plaza. Discover the area's museums and spas.
Coliseo Gran Chimu
Catch an event at Coliseo Gran Chimu during your trip to Trujillo. Make time to visit the monuments and temples while you're in the area.
Things to do
Tour in Trujillo to Huaca de la Luna and downtown Trujillo
From Trujillo: Complete full day tour with museums
Full Day Tour Huacas, Chan Chan & Huanchaco - Trujillo
Top hotels in El Recreo
Portada del Sol
Hostal El Condado
This hostal was replaced with a Sunarp office some time before we got there and was not taken off the available hotels list for Trujillo. Very disappointed about that.
Reviewed on 29 Aug, 2018
Las Palmeras Inn
bedroom is very basic. i was afraid to flush the toilet due to backup on the drain. breakfast was microwaved food which isn't ideal for me. most staff couldn't commucate in Englidh. Overall, not so pleasant stay.
Reviewed on 3 Nov, 2019
Costa del Sol Trujillo Centro
Room great. Staff on reception amazing
Reviewed on 20 Feb, 2026
Wyndham Costa del Sol Trujillo
Excellent Staff!
Reviewed on 1 Feb, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Trujillo
Other neighbourhoods around El Recreo
Monserrate
While Monserrate isn't home to many top sights, Real Plaza Trujillo and Trujillo Plaza de Armas are some notable places to visit nearby.
Downtown Trujillo
Downtown Trujillo is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Trujillo Plaza de Armas and Mayorazgo de Facalá House.
Vista Hermosa
Vista Hermosa might not have many top sights, but Casa de Mayorazgo de Facala and Trujillo Plaza de Armas are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
El Alambre
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in El Alambre and surrounding area, you can visit Mall Aventura Plaza and Coliseo Gran Chimu.
Vista Hermosa II Etapa
Though Vista Hermosa II Etapa may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mall Aventura Plaza and Real Plaza Trujillo.
Covicorti
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Covicorti and surrounding area, you can visit Mall Aventura Plaza and Coliseo Gran Chimu.
