Handpicked Hotels

Cusco

Our team of travel experts has carefully selected the Peru For Less Top Hotel Picks based on their excellent value and high standards. (Lower Prices + Top Service = Best Value). We can book ANY hotel for you at competitive rates, but published prices are based on the Peru For Less Top Hotel Picks. We offer fantastic hotels for all budgets in various categories: 5-star, 4-star, 3-star, and 2-star hotels.

5 Star

Palacio del Inka

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Plazoleta Santo Domingo 259, Historic Center, Cusco

Across the street from the Koricancha Temple’s impressive stone walls, Palacio del Inka enjoys a perfect location in a 500-year-old restored mansion built on original Inca foundations. Colonial Andean art and decor in the hotel’s common areas and guest rooms wonderfully showcase the city’s history. Facilities include a bar, restaurant, coffee shop, spa, sauna, fitness center, and concierge. Common areas include a comfortable lobby with an impressive pyramidal skylight and a charming courtyard with gurgling fountains.

9.4 |Exceptional

5 |Excellent

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JW Marriott El Convento Cusco

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Corner of Calle Ruinas 432 and San Agustin, Historic Center, Cusco

Built upon a former Inca temple and Spanish convent, El Convento Cusco goes above and beyond in creating a hotel environment to match the historical setting. Common areas and 153 guest rooms provide equal parts comfort and elegance as well as a full range of excellent services and amenities, including 2 restaurants, a bar, fitness center, and a museum exhibiting artifacts excavated during the construction of the hotel.

9.6 |Exceptional

4.6 |Excellent

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Palacio Nazarenas

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Plaza Nazarenas 144, Cusco

Belmond Palacio Nazarenas inhabits a historical building filled with treasures from both Inca times and the Spanish colonial period, all beautifully preserved and showcased within the presentation of this 5-star Cusco boutique hotel. The setting serves as a backdrop for and complement to superb facilities and standout services include a bar, restaurant, pool, and spa, as well as personal butlers and the latest technology throughout the hotel. It also enjoys a privileged location, on a small, quiet plaza lined with shops and restaurants, and within easy walking distance of many of the city’s attractions including the Plaza de Armas and Cusco’s cathedral.

10 |Exceptional

4.6 |Excellent

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Belmond Hotel Monasterio

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Calle Palacios 136, Plazoleta Nazarenas, Cusco

A restored 16th-century seminary on the site of an ancient Inca palace, Hotel Monasterio was recently designated as the Best Hotel in South America by Condé Nast Traveler Awards. Along with a rich history, this 5-star establishment offers a successful blend of modernity and tradition. Simple and elegant, each room is unique in shape and decoration, and many provide beautiful views of the city and the surrounding courtyard. With every luxury imaginable at your disposal, you are sure to experience contemporary comfort in this historical atmosphere.

9.6 |Exceptional

4.6 |Excellent

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Inkaterra La Casona

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Plaza Las Nazarenas 211, Cusco

La Casona is part of the excellent, first-class Inkaterra lodging chain. Located just one block from Cusco’s main plaza, the boutique hotel resides in a striking 16th-century mansion and decoration incorporated baroque colonial furniture with grand Spanish splendor. The 9 Patio Suites and 2 Plaza Suites are fully equipped with open fireplaces, heated floors, and extra-large bathtubs. Guests can dine at the hotel’s restaurant and relax with a spa treatment.

10 |Exceptional

4.6 |Excellent

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Aranwa Cusco

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

San Juan de Dios 255, Historic Center near Plaza Regocijo, Cusco

This premier hotel is housed in a converted 16th century mansion and is decorated with colonial era furniture, impressive paintings from the Cusco school, and colonial gold-leaf plated carvings and sculptures. This boutique hotel is conveniently located right behind Plaza San Francisco, a new upscale neighborhood away from the hustle and bustle of Cusco’s main square. With each room boasting an oxygen system and a variety of soothing spa treatments available, this just may be the best place to acclimatize to the high altitude in Cusco in a most comfortable setting.

9.4 |Exceptional

4.6 |Excellent

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4 Star

Casa Andina Premium Cusco

★ ★ ★ ★

Plazoleta de Limacpampa Chico 473, Historic Center, Cusco

Built in a large colonial house dating back to the 18th century, the hotel is ideally located in the center of Cusco, just a few blocks from the main square in the direction of Koricancha. Relax in the beautiful courtyard with its gurgling stone fountain, one of Cusco’s emblematic colonial sights, and get lost in the intriguing maze of corridors that lead you to the various patios. Casa Andina’s first upscale hotel in Cusco features 93 heated rooms with private bathrooms, cable television, telephones, hairdryers, and in-room safes. The hotel is equipped with a gourmet restaurant, a bar, 3 courtyards, and offers room service as well as many other excellent amenities.

9 |Wonderful

4.6 |Excellent

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Novotel Cusco

★ ★ ★ ★

San Agustín 239, Historic Center, Cusco

In the heart of the ancient Incan city, the Hotel Novotel Cusco is constructed around the frame of a charming 16th century colonial building that surrounds a lovely courtyard. This 4-star hotel has 99 rooms, including 16 Superior Rooms, that are contemporary in design and include first-rate amenities to ensure a comfortable stay. The garden-side restaurant serves delicious international and local cuisine while the cozy bar with its fireplace is a great place to unwind after a wearing day of exploring the city.

9 |Wonderful

4.6 |Excellent

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Costa del Sol Cusco

★ ★ ★ ★

Santa Teresa 344, Historic Center, Cusco

Ideally located a few steps from Cusco’s main square, the excellent 4-star Costa el Sol Picoaga hotel offers comfortable accommodations in a wonderful setting. Housed in a colonial building, it beautifully combines tradition and modernity. While some rooms are located in the colonial wing, distributed around the main patios, others are in the modern wing, designed with sophistication. All 90 rooms are fully carpeted, air-conditioned, and equipped with all modern amenities for maximized comfort. Guests can also take advantage of the delicious restaurant and bar.

9.2 |Wonderful

4.6 |Excellent

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3 Star

Casa San Blas

★ ★ ★

Tocuyeros 566, San Blas, Cusco

With gorgeous wooden furnishings, a pretty terrace area with umbrellas, and colorful artwork, Casa San Blas Boutique will make you feel at home in Cusco. All 18 rooms showcase handmade colonial-style furniture and Andean weavings as well as lush bedding for a good night’s rest. Dine or order a cocktail in the downstairs restaurant before indulging in a luxurious massage in your room. Located in the historic artisan quarter of San Blas, this excellent-value hotel is privately situated, but still close to restaurants, bars, artisan workshops, and galleries.

9.2 |Wonderful

4.5 |Excellent

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Union Hotel Cusco

★ ★ ★

Calle Union 189, Historic Center, Cusco

Located half a block from San Pedro Market, the Union Hotel Cusco offers 43 guest rooms arranged around a beautiful colonial courtyard. All rooms boast modern decor, individual heating, 40-inch LCD TV and private bathrooms with showers, while the larger suites feature a sitting area and bathtubs. Throughout the hotel, Andean textiles add bright splashes of color to walls and furnishings. The buffet breakfast is the perfect time to sample fresh local fruit, while the outdoor whirlpool invites relaxation under the starry Cusco sky.

9 |Wonderful

4.6 |Excellent

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Casa Andina Standard San Blas

★ ★ ★

Calle Chihuampata 278, San Blas, Cusco

Tucked away in Cusco's artsy neighborhood of San Blas, the colonial Casa Andina San Blas hotel features a charming courtyard and a view of the Inca city from its central lobby. The bar and chimney complement the hotel’s Cusqueñan colonial architecture and add to its cozy, inviting ambiance. All 41 rooms are comfortable, tastefully decorated with neutral colors, and have windows overlooking the city or interior courtyard.

8 |Very good

4.6 |Excellent

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Casa Andina Standard Cusco Plaza

★ ★ ★

Portal Espinar 142, Cusco

Rustic and cozy, the Casa Andina Standard Plaza is located a block and a half from the Main Square and surrounded by restaurants, bars, night clubs and stores. The staff is friendly and attentive to the needs of each and every guest. All guestrooms are impeccably kept and equipped with a private bathroom, heating, as well as feather comforters to keep you warm on a clear and chilly Andean night.

8.8 |Excellent

4.6 |Excellent

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Abittare

★ ★ ★

Plazoleta Santo Domingo 263, Historic Center, Cusco

Located in Santo Domingo Plaza, between Cusicancha and the Qoricancha Palace, Abittare resides in an XII Century manor home surrounded by main tourist attractions in Cusco. All of the 44 rooms have been recently renovated in a contemporary style and equipped with a heating system, hairdryer, desk, closet, 32-inch led tv and wireless internet. Enjoy the hotel’s buffet breakfast and a charming central courtyard.

9 |Wonderful

4.6 |Excellent

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Maytaq Wasin

★ ★ ★

Santa Catalina Ancha 342, Historic Center, Cusco

The beautiful Maytaq Wasin has an enviable location in the heart of Cusco. The hotel has a stylish contemporary design, plenty of natural light, and 24 cozy rooms. Enjoy the views overlooking the city from the rooftop terrace lined with potted plants.

9 |Wonderful

4.6 |Excellent

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2 Star

Anahuarque Boutique Hotel

★ ★

Calle San Agustin 236, Cusco

Anahuarque Hotel Boutique, situated just a 2-minute walk from the Main Square in Cusco, provides free WiFi access and comfortable accommodations. The rooms feature private bathrooms with showers, along with bed linen and towels. The colonial house, with its charming ambiance, encompasses a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk, a terrace, and a bar. Additional amenities encompass massage services, a tour desk, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Boasting a prime location in the center of Cusco, the hotel is only a short stroll away from the Qoricancha Archaeological Site.

4.5 |Excellent

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Amaru Colonial

★ ★

Chihuampata 642, San Blas, Cusco

Situated in a restored colonial house in Cusco’s San Blas neighborhood, Amaru Colonial hotel offers plenty of charming touches. Gardens and terraces are replete throughout the property. Rooms are offered as Standard, Double or Triple, or Superior Double – all are spacious, feature heating, and feature simple and clean furnishings. Enjoy exploring the bohemian neighborhood on foot or walk to Cusco’s main plaza in about 10 minutes.

9.2 |Wonderful

4.6 |Excellent

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Amaru

★ ★

Calle Chihuampata, 642, Cusco City Centre, Cusco

Located in the heart of the bohemian San Blas district, the excellent Amaru offers comfortable accommodation for a great value. All rooms are simple yet cozy, and the hotel features all the services necessary for a comfortable stay. Wireless Internet, computers, a safe deposit box, and complimentary coca tea are available. Only two blocks from Cusco’s main square, this is the perfect option for all travelers on a budget. Single, double, and triple rooms surround a beautifully kept courtyard.

4.5 |Excellent

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Niños Fierro Hotel

★ ★

Calle Fierro 476, Cusco

Amenities are simple but just right. The rooms at Niños Fierro are comfortable with local artwork, hot water, and heaters – but no TV. Enjoy a beautiful courtyard as well as quaint eating areas for the delicious array of breakfast and lunch foods served – including fresh homemade bread. The hotel is only a few blocks from the many Cusco museums, attractions, and restaurants. Best of all, the hotel’s proceeds go to a private foundation and a number of children’s projects that help feed, educate, and provide healthcare to hundreds of children in the Cusco region.

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El Triunfo

★ ★

Triunfo 379, Cusco

With just 13 rooms, the atmosphere stays cozy at the lovely Hostal El Triunfo, an affordable guesthouse located less than a minute’s walk from the Cusco Plaza de Armas. Each of the large, comfy rooms has hardwood floors, private bathrooms, cable TV, and heating. Enjoy a hearty breakfast served in the dining room with incredible views over Cusco’s roofs. On the main street outside the hotel, you’ll find plenty of restaurants, shops, galleries, bars, and more to grab your attention.

8.6 |Excellent

4.6 |Excellent

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