Family-run, friendly and a favorite with travelers on a budget who consider themselves too old (or uncool) for hosteling, El Jacal is a great decompression chamber if you've just arrived from Lima and need a few days to get acclimatized both physically and mentally to Huaraz’ rhythms. Rooms are simple but comfortable and made up meticulously every day.
Generous breakfasts on the covered roof terrace with the tallest mountain in Peru for company are an additional tonic.