Name: Amaru Colonial
Address: Calle Chihuanpata 642, Cusco, 8003, PE

10/10

Exceptional

27 Apr 2026

Samina

Stayed at Amaru Colonial for 3 night, loved the location. Conveniently next to the San Blas Market, where you can find great affordable cheap dining options & local treats & souvenirs . The rooms are spacious & bathrooms are nice & big. The breakfast each morning was fresh & delicious with the kitchen staff making eggs just the way you like them. & the 2nd floor views of the city are worth going up for breakfast The staff was polite & helpful. The courtyard is a peaceful sanctuary blooming with flowers . I will definitely be back.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

13 Jan 2026

mariela

The only isuue was a little noise of construction but it was easy to resolved they change our room number the rest of the service was excellent !!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Dec 2025

Julie

Clean room, helpful getting rides, and great breakfast!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

26 Oct 2025

Cassandra

Amaru Colonial was one of the best hotel experiences I’ve ever had. It is a beautiful hotel with stunning views of Cusco from the patio. The room was clean and comfortable. The staff was friendly and helpful. The area felt safe and is a short walk to the city center. Breakfast each day was healthy and tasty. The staff went above and beyond with transporting and storing our luggage for a few days while we went to Machu Picchu at their sister hotel which we stayed at when we returned to Cusco.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Oct 2025

Suzanne

I have stayed at Amaru Colonial on each of my 4 visits to Cusco. I have brought a group of 10 people each time and they all love it. This hotel is quaint, serene, full of pretty flowers and a colonial design. Most of the rooms overlook the garden. The showers are great and there is hot water. Their staff are very helpful. The breakfast includes fruit, yogurt, pastries, buns, cheese, meat, eggs cooked your way and of course coffee, tea and juice. The only con about this place is Amaru is located on a hill that is on a narrow street, but once you are at the bottom of the hill there are many options for restaurants and shops.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

13 Jun 2025

Joshua

Great hotel. Some rooms I have stayed in do carry noise but it’s minor

10/10

Exceptional

11 May 2025

Andre

The hotel was clean, in a great location and the staff was very accommodating. I would return here in a heartbeat.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

31 Mar 2025

Rachel

A beautiful hotel with so much charm. The hotel is very taken care of and the room was extremely clean. Hotel is in walking distance to the square, restaurants, cafes, etc… thank you Amaru!

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

23 Mar 2025

Leslie

Convenient location and clean relaxing hotel

Beautiful interior with lovely garden and lots of outdoor seating. All employees were friendly and professional. only downsides were 1) nowhere to securely store luggage after we checked out and 2) lots of noise starting around 4 am from staff cleaning and preparing for morning - only a problem because the windows are very old and sound travelled easily to wake us up

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

16 Oct 2024

Suzanne

I have stayed at Amaru Colonial a few times in the past. I love this beautiful hotel. It has lovely gardens and the rooms have lots of character. There are many choices for breakfast. The staff are amazing and willing to help out how ever they can. It is close to some really great restaurants. The only challenge is walking down the hill. As a Canadian, we are definitely not used to the narrow roads and watching to make sure your purse strap doesn't get caught on a car mirror as the cars drive past. It just takes a little getting used to. But saying that, I keep going back! Also discovered they have a sister hotel in Urubamba called Amaru Valle. We stayed there also and loved it. It is the same style hotel (but not on a hill )

Business_and_leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

25 Sep 2024

Venus

Cozy and clean room, stunning view with balcony, delicious breakfast, convenient location

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

25 Aug 2024

Verified traveler

Hidden gem

The garden is amazing.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

15 Aug 2024

Carmen

Refreshing!!! Quiet, clean and WONDERFUL!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Jul 2024

Warren

Beautiful, spacious room. Quite comfortable. Excellent support arranging taxi from and to airport.

Business_and_leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

11 Jul 2024

Beatriz

Absolutely love this place, from check in to check out, staff very friendly. Walking distance from the center and everything you need, cutiest garden and very clean. Totally recommend

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

29 Jun 2024

Julia

This stay was fantastic! The property was beautiful, charming, and very clean. They have the nicest staff members, all of them extremely friendly and accommodating.

Self

6/10

Pleasant

17 May 2024

Riquelmy

Pros - clean boutique hotel with friendly staff. WiFi was pretty decent and the consistent hot water (something you shouldn’t take for granted in Peru) was a major plus.

Cons - Cusco sits 11, 152 feet above sea level. One has to get acclimated to the altitude (for which they do provide coca tea), but one shouldn’t have to struggle with staying warm in a hotel. “HEAT” is only provided from 7 pm to 7 am (which, to be fair, is standard for Cusco) but even when the heat is on, it’s insufficient. You have to remain under heavy quilts if you don’t wanna freeze out. There is no mention of heat limits when I booked this on Expedia. Therefore, imagine the level of shock when I was told upon check in.

Also, the surrounding streets are very narrow, with room for only 1 person or car at a time. You have to consistently stop to let vehicles go by and it gets annoying quick. Having said that, there are many dining options within a short distance.

Overall, the experience was decent. Would I stay here again? Not unless real, sufficient heat was provided round the clock. To me, that’s a deal breaker.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

21 Oct 2023

Caroline

Well located to walk to city centre, friendly staff , good size rooms, hotel general areas and rooms spotless and excellent breakfast .Very good value . We would certainly re book / recommend this hotel to fellow travellers :)

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

11 Oct 2023

Caroline

Excellent location, super friendly staff , comfortable rooms and excellent breakfast 👌 😊

10/10

Exceptional

13 Sep 2023

Leticia

GREAT place - close to town, heating, free tea

One of the places I stayed in Peru - the only one with heating in the rooms, nice colonial style, breakfast was pretty good (also one of the only ones with avocado for breakfast for ex), the only one I stayed with free coca tea, tea or filtered water for any guest (can save you some money!), super friendly staff! I’d stay there again any time I came back to Cusco! Too bad it was fully booked for the other days.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

03 Sep 2023

Holly

It is steep walking conditions but other than that amazing! All the water and tea you could want. Wonderful restaurant recommendations. Simply beautiful interior. Quaint and cozy. And I grabbed a book from the little library they have!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jul 2023

Yanin

This hotel was perfect for a stay in Peru. The vibe was authentic to the locals with a nice little view. Very cute hotel. It was clean and the breakfast was good. It was convenient enough from plaza de armas and other little market areas. There is a 24/7 front desk attendant and the doors are always secure. I would recommend this hotel if staying in Cusco.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jun 2023

Cynthia Elaine

Very nice property, close to everything but just on the periphery so quiet and comfortable. Breakfast buffet was great and they packed a take-away breakfast bag since we left for our trek at 4AM.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

15 May 2023

Fred

Great place to stay in Cusco.

Loved the property,our room, location, food. Would stay there again!!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 May 2023

eric

We loved it so much we kept coming back throughout our whole stay in Cusco! Great rooms, breakfast, friendly staff and an endless supply of filtered water and coca tea! Would stay here again without question. Close to the town square and restaurants.

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

26 Mar 2023

daniel r

It had a very boutique, kind of B&B type of vibe. The staff was very friendly, the breakfast was very good, and the rooms were clean and comfortable. I enjoyed my stay, and would recommend to others.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

20 Mar 2023

Yogesh

Clean, great helpful staff, great location and comfortable rooms. Would definitely stay again.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

01 Dec 2022

rene

Friendly staff clean rooms and good service. So lucky they gave me a really good room overlooking Cusco. Check out for room 205

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

20 Nov 2022

MARLENE

it was good

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

15 Nov 2022

Mandy

A beautifully maintained property in a nice area. Just under a 10 minute walk to the plaza de armas. The staff are very lovely and helpful.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Oct 2022

Richard

This little hotel is a wonderful surprise. Beautifully maintained and absolutely charming. Our room was very cozy and quite comfortable. The staff was very friendly and everyone welcomed us with smiles and warm greetings any time of the day.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

24 Oct 2022

Arlenys

They were really kind, and the breakfast was amazing. Thanks

Self

10/10

Exceptional

24 Sep 2022

charlie

All.good

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Sep 2022

judy

Beautiful, characterful hotel. Lovely staff, very clean and great breakfast. Superb

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

21 Aug 2022

bruce

Very nice hotel. Wonderful staff. Be aware, the pillows are very firms. (They we’re too firm for me never less, If I ever go back to Cusco, it will be my choice for a hotel)

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

21 Jul 2022

Julia

The hotel is located in the San Blas neighborhood. The street is narrow and can get busy. It's 10 mins in walking distance of the downtown Cathedral. There are cute shops, cafes and restaurants nearby. The breakfast includes eggs of your choice, fresh bread, granola with fruit, fresh squeezed juices, and tea. The rooms include heat which is perfect for the evenings when it gets cool. The shower had incredible pressure and got warm quick.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

11 Oct 2021

DIEGO

Muy buena estadía , excelente

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

24 Mar 2020

HelenBurns

We are currently in 15 days quarentine in the Amaru because of corona virus. I cannot praise the staff more, they are brillant and doing the very best they can to keep us well fed and comfortable.
I wish my time here had been in happier times

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

13 Mar 2020

Spencer

Beautiful Elegant and Comfortable

Elegant, great location, clean, and great breakfast.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

07 Mar 2020

Bella

Lovely hostel in Cusco!

Lovely little hostel in Cusco, well located and friendly helpful staff.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jan 2020

Verified traveler

A superb experience. It lacked only wifi in rooms rather than just common area.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

04 Dec 2019

Verified traveler

Gardens were incredible the breakfast buffet was delicious and well presented the staff were friendly and helpful.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Nov 2019

Verified traveler

Just look at the photos! Such a pretty and unique place. Our room had a balcony overlooking the rooftops of Cusco.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

25 Nov 2019

Verified traveler

The area/neighborhood was super nice, nice hotel, very close to everything in Cusco, very nice architecture, free delicious breakfast, available hot tea all the time, but they only have one good working hair dryer and another one that works so so.
Stuff super friendly, very helpful, laundry services are done by a third party and are affordable.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 Nov 2019

CristianoAndrad

Beautiful and cosy lodge. Well located and helpful staff. Breakfast was well served and fesh. I would highly recommend if you are looking for a hassle-free experience.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

26 Oct 2019

Verified traveler

Very quaint and charming property. Friendly staff. Checkout is 10am which inst great, and wifi was spotty at best

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

25 Oct 2019

Verified traveler

Too Hard to Breath

I didn't like the fact that there was NO coffee machine in bedroom. The bed was very hard.

Family

6/10

Pleasant

30 Jul 2019

Verified traveler

I really liked the garden and the location of the hotel. Very close to the center, although you are constantly fighting cars in the narrow sidewalk, on the street where the hotel is located. I didn’t like that it had no wi-fi in the rooms. Very inconvenient

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jun 2019

Nelson

Very recommend

The breakfast was delicious. A little bit of noise during the night but nothing major. Didn’t last very long. Great view ! Very clean place excellent service. Everyone so friendly and does a great job .

Family

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jun 2019

Pradeep Balan

Great location

Hotel is a short walk from Plaza de Armas. People at the reception had fantastic recommendations for food. Every restaurant they suggested would be a 5 star. They also helped us plan our sacred valley tour and booked a taxi for us.

Partner