The historic Spanish Colonial design of Palacio del Inka, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Cusco is both romantic and charming, drawing mostly couples for a sophisticated stay. The 203 guest rooms feel a bit more boutique and modern than the rest of the hotel, and have 21st century comforts like flat-screen TVs and minibars, though no coffeemakers. The gorgeous spa and Andean restaurant with international specialties are the biggest highlights, but the spa costs a fee, as does the much-loved breakfast buffet provided in the mornings. Travelers looking for a similar upscale hotel with a Cusco city center location can also check the prices at Inkaterra La Casona which is a smaller property with an even more intimate vibe.
The historic Spanish Colonial design of Palacio del Inka, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Cusco is both romantic and charming, drawing mostly couples for a sophisticated stay. The 203 guest rooms feel a bit more boutique and modern than the rest of the hotel, and have 21st century comforts like flat-screen TVs and minibars, though no coffeemakers. The gorgeous spa and Andean restaurant with international specialties are the biggest highlights, but the spa costs a fee, as does the much-loved breakfast buffet provided in the mornings. Travelers looking for a similar upscale hotel with a Cusco city center location can also check the prices at Inkaterra La Casona which is a smaller property with an even more intimate vibe.
Belmond Hotel Monasterio is a four-pearl hotel in central Cusco, a three-minute walk from the Plaza de Armas and within walking distance of nearly every Cusco attraction. Housed in a 16th-century monastery arranged around cloistered courtyards, the Belmond features superbly detailed interiors and a historic Peruvian feel. The main restaurant serves excellent Peruvian and international cuisine, and the hotel also has a second restaurant, elegant lounge, and lobby bar serving pisco sours and afternoon jazz. The 122 rooms and suites feature Spanish colonial decor, and all come with iPod docks, free Wi-Fi, and flat-screen TVs. Keep in mind that some lack windows. Travelers who want an on-site swimming pool might consider the hotel's next-door sister property, Belmond Palacio Nazarenas.
Belmond Hotel Monasterio is a four-pearl hotel in central Cusco, a three-minute walk from the Plaza de Armas and within walking distance of nearly every Cusco attraction. Housed in a 16th-century monastery arranged around cloistered courtyards, the Belmond features superbly detailed interiors and a historic Peruvian feel. The main restaurant serves excellent Peruvian and international cuisine, and the hotel also has a second restaurant, elegant lounge, and lobby bar serving pisco sours and afternoon jazz. The 122 rooms and suites feature Spanish colonial decor, and all come with iPod docks, free Wi-Fi, and flat-screen TVs. Keep in mind that some lack windows. Travelers who want an on-site swimming pool might consider the hotel's next-door sister property, Belmond Palacio Nazarenas.
Two-pearl Pirwa Colonial Hostel is set on Plaza San Francisco, just a five-minute walk from Plaza de Armas in the town center. It's a historic building full of nooks and courtyards, and there are plenty of spaces to kick back for its young crowd. There's entertainment a-plenty too, with games rooms, TV and stereo, plus regular events like barbecues and parties. The restaurant is a big plus, serving free simple breakfasts and meals all day. The 15 basic rooms include large 16-bed dorms as well as private options, though decor can be tired and heat is sometimes lacking. It's a decent option for young travelers, and the vibe is on the noisier end of the spectrum. A nearby alternative is Ecopackers, where rooms are a bit more polished and have orthopedic mattresses.
Two-pearl Pirwa Colonial Hostel is set on Plaza San Francisco, just a five-minute walk from Plaza de Armas in the town center. It's a historic building full of nooks and courtyards, and there are plenty of spaces to kick back for its young crowd. There's entertainment a-plenty too, with games rooms, TV and stereo, plus regular events like barbecues and parties. The restaurant is a big plus, serving free simple breakfasts and meals all day. The 15 basic rooms include large 16-bed dorms as well as private options, though decor can be tired and heat is sometimes lacking. It's a decent option for young travelers, and the vibe is on the noisier end of the spectrum. A nearby alternative is Ecopackers, where rooms are a bit more polished and have orthopedic mattresses.
Ninos Hotel Fierro is one of the nicest budget hotels in Cusco. With all profits going to a local children's foundation, it's also a worthwhile place to stay. Located on the edge of the historic center, Ninos is quieter than many of it's competitors. Plaza de Armas is 10 minutes away on foot, though attractions farther south -- like Qurinkancha -- might warrant a cab. The hotel's restaurant is a big plus, and serves a la carte food all day, including breakfast. The 14 rooms are rustically stylish and colorful, and include free Wi-Fi. However, many lack proper windows, there are no TVs, and windows can be limited. If that's a deal-breaker, travelers could consider Loreto Boutique Hotel instead, though it's more centrally located and can be noisier.
Ninos Hotel Fierro is one of the nicest budget hotels in Cusco. With all profits going to a local children's foundation, it's also a worthwhile place to stay. Located on the edge of the historic center, Ninos is quieter than many of it's competitors. Plaza de Armas is 10 minutes away on foot, though attractions farther south -- like Qurinkancha -- might warrant a cab. The hotel's restaurant is a big plus, and serves a la carte food all day, including breakfast. The 14 rooms are rustically stylish and colorful, and include free Wi-Fi. However, many lack proper windows, there are no TVs, and windows can be limited. If that's a deal-breaker, travelers could consider Loreto Boutique Hotel instead, though it's more centrally located and can be noisier.
Two-pearl Loreto Boutique Hotel is a small family-run place that's packed with history and has a great central location right on the Plaza de Armas. The hotel provides a buffet breakfast, and other useful trekker services like luggage storage, transfers, and free oxygen and coca tea to help with altitude sickness. The 12 rooms are a good size, come in multiple configurations, and are bright, even though many lack exterior windows. Being so central has its downsides, of course. Frequent celebrations in the square and general street noise can be disturbing at night. If this is an issue, guests might prefer to look at La Posada del Viajero Hostal, which is set just a couple of blocks from the square and has a lovely interior courtyard garden.
Two-pearl Loreto Boutique Hotel is a small family-run place that's packed with history and has a great central location right on the Plaza de Armas. The hotel provides a buffet breakfast, and other useful trekker services like luggage storage, transfers, and free oxygen and coca tea to help with altitude sickness. The 12 rooms are a good size, come in multiple configurations, and are bright, even though many lack exterior windows. Being so central has its downsides, of course. Frequent celebrations in the square and general street noise can be disturbing at night. If this is an issue, guests might prefer to look at La Posada del Viajero Hostal, which is set just a couple of blocks from the square and has a lovely interior courtyard garden.
Tierra Viva Cusco Plaza Hotel is a three-pearl hotel located -- as the name suggests -- just off of Cusco’s main plaza. It’s a 20-room property with colonial architecture, indigenous art, and a central colonial-style courtyard, all of which add to the traditional vibe of the hotel. Rooms are colorful and classic, with indigenous handcrafted artwork and heavy wood furniture plus flat-screen TVs and en-suite bathrooms. There's no bar or restaurant, but there's a free buffet breakfast and free teas in the lounge. Keep in mind that late-night noise from neighboring clubs can be heard in rooms due to the hotel's proximity to the square. For a quieter hotel with similar rates, try the Hotel Torre Dorada, though it's far from the town center's buzz and activities.
Tierra Viva Cusco Plaza Hotel is a three-pearl hotel located -- as the name suggests -- just off of Cusco’s main plaza. It’s a 20-room property with colonial architecture, indigenous art, and a central colonial-style courtyard, all of which add to the traditional vibe of the hotel. Rooms are colorful and classic, with indigenous handcrafted artwork and heavy wood furniture plus flat-screen TVs and en-suite bathrooms. There's no bar or restaurant, but there's a free buffet breakfast and free teas in the lounge. Keep in mind that late-night noise from neighboring clubs can be heard in rooms due to the hotel's proximity to the square. For a quieter hotel with similar rates, try the Hotel Torre Dorada, though it's far from the town center's buzz and activities.
The Hotel Torre Dorada is a cozy two-and-a-half-pearl establishment situated in a quiet residential area just outside Cusco's historic quarter. The well-traveled owner Peggy is a genial presence who's always happy to chat or help out. That personalized vibe is echoed in the hotel's abundant social spaces, and ethnic touches such as handwoven tapestries. The 17 rooms are homey and clean, with plenty of natural light, though some lack TVs and decor can look a bit dated. The hotel's free airport transfers are a welcome perk, as is the free buffet breakfast, which includes home-baked goods and cooked-to-order eggs. For a small, simple hotel that's closer to Cusco's main square, try Hotel Golden Inca, though it won't have the same charming service.
The Hotel Torre Dorada is a cozy two-and-a-half-pearl establishment situated in a quiet residential area just outside Cusco's historic quarter. The well-traveled owner Peggy is a genial presence who's always happy to chat or help out. That personalized vibe is echoed in the hotel's abundant social spaces, and ethnic touches such as handwoven tapestries. The 17 rooms are homey and clean, with plenty of natural light, though some lack TVs and decor can look a bit dated. The hotel's free airport transfers are a welcome perk, as is the free buffet breakfast, which includes home-baked goods and cooked-to-order eggs. For a small, simple hotel that's closer to Cusco's main square, try Hotel Golden Inca, though it won't have the same charming service.
Amaru Hostal is a two-and-a-half-pearl inn in the historic Barrio de San Blas, a little over a five-minute walk from the Plaza de Armas. The inn has an intimate, bed-and-breakfast vibe and Peruvian-style interiors with carved-wood furniture. A well-liked free breakfast with hot and cold items is served every morning, but other features are limited and other meals aren't available on-site. The 27 rooms come with free Wi-Fi (with occasional connectivity issues) and flat-screen TVs. Occasional problems with heat and hot water have also been reported. It's a charming budget option, to be sure. However, those who want more features can consider the nearby Casa Andina Private Collection Cusco. It has a restaurant and bar, but the rooms are less interesting.
Amaru Hostal is a two-and-a-half-pearl inn in the historic Barrio de San Blas, a little over a five-minute walk from the Plaza de Armas. The inn has an intimate, bed-and-breakfast vibe and Peruvian-style interiors with carved-wood furniture. A well-liked free breakfast with hot and cold items is served every morning, but other features are limited and other meals aren't available on-site. The 27 rooms come with free Wi-Fi (with occasional connectivity issues) and flat-screen TVs. Occasional problems with heat and hot water have also been reported. It's a charming budget option, to be sure. However, those who want more features can consider the nearby Casa Andina Private Collection Cusco. It has a restaurant and bar, but the rooms are less interesting.
