If you’re planning on staying at any of momondo’s recommended hotels in the area of Cusco nearest to Plaza de Armas, you should expect to pay around £115/night. This price fluctuates based on time of year. In general, a rate under £115/night is a good deal for momondo users staying near Plaza de Armas. Hotels near Plaza de Armas are typically 80% more expensive than the average hotel in Cusco, which is £23.
Low season | February | cheapest month to stay |
High season | April | most expensive time to stay |
89% | expected price decrease | |
64% | expected price increase |
Price | £15 - £388 |
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Cheapest day of week | Tuesday | is the cheapest day of the week to book |
Highest day of week | Monday | is the most expensive day of the week to book |
£12 | is the average per night cost for a hotel on this day | |
£312 | is the average per night cost for a hotel on this day |
Cheapest time to book | The cheapest time to book hotels in Cusco is: 1-2 star, 61 days before. 3 star, 65 days before. |
1-2 star | £8 - £45 | |
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3 star | £6 - £86 |
Lowest Hotel Price | £10 |
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Most Popular Hotel (5-star) | Palacio del Inka, a Luxury Collection Hotel |
Hotels Near Airport | 3322 |
Once you have adjusted to the altitude, visitors will find that Cuzco is a walkable city with steep, narrow streets. Many attractions, restaurants and bars are located within a 20-minute walk of the historic centre and Plaza de Armas. Taxis are a popular mode of transport, while ridesharing apps and open-top tourist buses are also available. While Cuzco lacks a sophisticated public transit system, there are a few bus companies that travel around the outskirts of the city. Other options include the "colectivos" which are vans that transport passengers between local destinations and depart when full, rather than running on a fixed itinerary.
Palacio del Inka, a Luxury Collection Hotel
Plazoleta Santo Domingo No 259, Cusco, Peru
JW Marriott El Convento Cusco
Esquina de la Calle Ruinas 432 y San Agustin, Cusco, Peru
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If you are looking for hotels in Cuzco, there are options for every budget, from backpacker-friendly hostels to guesthouses and boutique hotels. Many Cuzco hotels are located within a 10-minute walk of Plaza de Armas, the large central square, surrounded by restaurants, bars and souvenir shops. Visitors will find cheap hotels in Cuzco’s historic centre, including El Balcon and Amaru Colonial. A short stroll away is San Blas, a quieter district with coffee shops, boutiques and galleries lining the cobblestone streets, and hotels such as the Auka Boutique San Blas, which is great for couples. The pleasant residential neighbourhood of Lucrepata is ideal for those traveling in a group or interested in long term accommodation. If you are looking for a room with a view, Hostal Acuarela is located in San Cristobal, which is on a hill overlooking Cuzco.
High up in the Peruvian Andes, Cuzco was once the centre of the Incan civilization. North-west of the city centre, Koricancha was considered the holiest site in Incan mythology, but it was destroyed by the conquistadors, who built the Santo Domingo church on its ruins. A 15-minute walk from Plaza de Armas, Sacsayhuaman is an ancient site with incredible stonework and stunning views. Continue north for 20 minutes to find out more about Incan astronomy at the Planetarium. To get a taste of authentic Cuzco, visit the bustling San Pedro Market, a short stroll south-west of Plaza de Armas, where you can browse through local stalls, enjoy a freshly squeezed juice and visit the tamale and empanada vendors for lunch. Learn how the colorful local fabrics are made at the Centro de Textiles Tradicionales del Cuzco, and see art and artifacts at the Museo de Arte Pre-Colombino, all within a couple of miles of Plaza de Armas.
Although pisco sours and roasted guinea pig have put Cuzco on the international culinary radar, Peruvian cuisine is rich and diverse. Many restaurants and eateries can be found around the historic centre, where you can enjoy inexpensive two-course set lunches. The district of San Blas offers plentiful vegetarian options and is a great place to book a hotel in Cuzco. In this area, you will also find bars with outdoor seating where you can enjoy unforgettable sunset views, close to cheap hotels in Cuzco's historic centre. Cuzco is the party capital of Peru, with many bars and clubs within walking distance of the Plaza de Armas. Street vendors and pizza bars stay open late into the night to cater to the party crowd.
Festivals in Cuzco are a celebration of both its Incan roots and Spanish influences. The most famous is the week-long Inti Raymi, a reenactment of the traditional Inca Festival of the Sun, held during the winter solstice, when the streets are filled with folk dancers in elaborate costumes, with live music accompanying the grand procession to Sacsayhuaman. El Senor de Los Temblores is held around Easter, winding through the streets of the historic centre to thank the Lord of Earthquakes for saving Cuzco from destruction back in 1650. There are also many religious celebrations throughout the year, including Semana Santa, during Easter, and the Festival of the Crosses in early May. Every year on Christmas Eve, the Santuranticuy Festival, one of Peru’s largest artisanal craft fairs, is held in Cuzco’s Plaza de Armas.
£215 per night is the average rate for a room when booking a hotel in Cusco. Prices will differ depending on factors such as star rating, time of year and location.
In February prices are at their lowest, making it the most cost-effective time to book a hotel room in Cusco. You may find the cost of your room has decreased by 89%.
The cost of a Cusco hotel room will vary for each day, but generally Monday works out the most economical, with Sunday proving the least economical.
A luxury hotel in Cusco can set you back on average £184 per person, per night. In comparison, the average cost of a hotel in Cusco is £215 per person, per night, representing a 25%% premium for a luxury hotel.
Hostels in Cusco (including hotels rated 2 stars and below) cost £29 per person, per night on average. This is £109 per night cheaper than the average cost of hotels in Cusco.
With an average temperature of 12 °C and a fairly low chance of precipitation (90 mm), March is a great month to explore the outdoors near Cusco.
Cusco has 232 hostels if you aren’t interested in staying at a hotel. Intro Hostels Cusco is the most popular based on our user data. Compare hostels in Cusco.
As of March 2024, there are 3,229 operators available to choose from for hotels in Cusco.
Prices for hotels in Cusco refresh daily.
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