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 with a stop at Casa de Mayorazgo de Facala. Discover the area's museums and monuments.
Mall Aventura Plaza
During your visit to Trujillo, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home 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.
Real Plaza Trujillo
During your visit to Trujillo, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Real Plaza Trujillo. Make some time to visit the temples while you're in the area.
Things to do
Full Day Tour Huacas, Chan Chan & Huanchaco - Trujillo
Tour in Trujillo to Huaca de la Luna and downtown Trujillo
From Trujillo: Complete full day tour with museums
El Recreo Hotel Deals
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 Aug 29, 2018
Portada del Sol
Costa del Sol Trujillo Centro
Yes.
Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Trujillo
Yes
Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026
Wyndham Costa del Sol Trujillo
A very good hotel
Reviewed on Mar 4, 2026
Tierra Viva Trujillo
Other neighborhoods around El Recreo
Monserrate
While there might not be top attractions in Monserrate, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Real Plaza Trujillo and Trujillo Plaza de Armas.
Downtown Trujillo
Downtown Trujillo is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Trujillo Plaza de Armas and Iturregui Palace.
Vista Hermosa
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Vista Hermosa and surrounding area, you can visit Casa de Mayorazgo de Facala and Trujillo Plaza de Armas.
El Alambre
While El Alambre might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Mall Aventura Plaza and Coliseo Gran Chimu.
Vista Hermosa II Etapa
Vista Hermosa II Etapa might not have many top sights, but Mall Aventura Plaza and Real Plaza Trujillo are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Covicorti
While Covicorti isn't home to many top sights, Mall Aventura Plaza and Coliseo Gran Chimu are some notable places to visit nearby.