Lilian Delfín runs this extraordinary, and unique, small inn in the longtime, coast-hugging home of her father, the well-known Peruvian painter and sculptor Victor Delfín. The place is perfect for the relaxed and still slightly bohemian neighborhood of Barranco. This is no bland B&B; the idiosyncratic 1913 home is replete with artistic flavor -- and multiple works by Delfín, who recently turned 80 and continues to paint every day (the artist's studio and living quarters are apart from the main house, tumbling down the cliff). Though the house overlooks the ocean and the rooms are exceedingly spacious and elegant, the rambling two-story house -- something like a Tudor-Craftsman -- is probably not for everyone. But many, especially those interested in the arts or spending a few days in town, will find it a magical home away from home in Lima. To my mind, it's one of the coolest and best-value places to stay in all of Peru. My large room had a beautiful wood floor and beams, a huge picture window framing the misty gray Pacific, deep claw-foot tub, and what felt like the most luxurious linens in Lima. If you ask politely, Lilian may take you to visit her father's fascinating studio, where a giant puma-head fountain spouts water into the swimming pool (open to guests). But at a minimum, you'll get to have breakfast at Delfín's funky, Gaudí-style, neo-medieval kitchen. If you're headed to Cusco, check out Lilian's brother's place, Second Home Cusco.
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