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Hostal El Grial

Cuzco · Peru

Calle Carmen Alto 112View location

9.2/10Excellent96 Reviews
Cleanliness9.6/109.6
Service9.6/109.6
Comfort8.6/108.6
Condition9.2/109.2
Neighborhood9.4/109.4
Amenities9.0/109.0
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About Hostal El Grial

Located in Cusco (Cusco Historic Center), Hostal El Grial is within a 10-minute walk of Plaza de Armas and Cusco Cathedral. This hotel is 0. 8 mi (1. 2 km) from San Pedro Market and 0. 1 mi (0. 2 km) from San Blas Viewpoint.

Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless Internet access and tour/ticket assistance. Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is available for a surcharge. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 6 AM to 10 AM.

Make yourself at home in one of the 8 guestrooms. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers.

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With a stay at Hostal El Grial in Cusco (Cusco Historic Center), you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Plaza de Armas and San Blas Church. This hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Olave Art Gallery and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from San Blas Viewpoint.

Make yourself at home in one of the 8 guestrooms. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage.

A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours).

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Airport transfers
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Smoking areas

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 11:00 AM
Check-in until Anytime
Check-out until 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No cribs (infant beds) available No elevators Professional property host/manager Pets allowed Service animals not allowed

Important information

  • Property Alerts

    You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

    • You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Peru Value-Added Tax (VAT) at up to 18%. A VAT exemption is available to travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing they are not a resident of Peru. The exemption applies only to stays in Peru not exceeding 60 days.

    We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

  • You need to know
    • Children under 18 are generally not allowed to stay at properties in Peru without a parent, legal guardian or duly authorized responsible person. Accompanying adults may be asked for both their and the child's ID as well as any duly notarized supporting documentation. Visitors who plan to travel with children should consult with a Peruvian consulate office prior to travel for further guidance.
    • According to Peruvian law, cash is not accepted for payments over PEN 2,000 or USD 500. Payments greater than these amounts must be settled by credit card or other methods approved by the property and local law. Payments cannot be split between currencies.
    • The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions. Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Special Instructions
    This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
    • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
    • Property Registration Number 10403875355
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Airport shuttle fee: PEN 50 per vehicle (roundtrip, maximum occupancy 4)

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    English

    Spanish

Nearby attractions

San Blas Church 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Plaza San Blas 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Olave Art Gallery 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Plaza de las Nazarenas 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Hatunrumiyoc 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Pre-Columbian Art Museum 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Museo de Arte Precolombino 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Siete Borreguitos Street 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Hilario Mendivil Museum (Museo de Hilario Mendivil) 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
San Blas Viewpoint 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Sapantiana Aqueduct 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Cusco Cathedral 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Twelve Angled Stone 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Museum of Religious Art 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Inca Museum 0.4 km / 0.3 mi

Hotel facilities & services

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  • Total number of rooms: 8
  • hotel
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Airport Shuttle
  • Laundry service
  • Hotel safe
  • Luggage room
  • Clothes dryer
  • Meeting room
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  • Breakfast
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Room types

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  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARDDBL.ST-1

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    DOUBLE STANDARD

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    Room code: DBL.ST-1

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  • SINGLE STANDARDSINGLE • STANDARDSGL.ST-1

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    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
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    SINGLE
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    Room code: SGL.ST-1

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  • TWIN STANDARDTWIN • STANDARDTWN.ST

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    Room code: TWN.ST

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  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 50 m²DBL.ST

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    Non-smoking room
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    50 m²
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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    1
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    DOUBLE
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    Room code: DBL.ST

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    • Wi-fi

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  • TRIPLE STANDARDTRIPLE • STANDARDTPL.ST

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    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 4
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    TRIPLE
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    Room code: TPL.ST

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  • DOUBLE SINGLE USE WITH DOUBLE BEDDOUBLE SINGLE USE • WITH DOUBLE BEDDUS.DB

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    DOUBLE SINGLE USE WITH DOUBLE BED

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    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 1
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    DOUBLE SINGLE USE
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    WITH DOUBLE BED

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    Room code: DUS.DB

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  • Room STANDARDRoom • STANDARDROO.ST

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    Room code: ROO.ST

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Hostal El Grial

9.2
Excellent
96 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.6 /10
Service
9.6 /10
Comfort
8.6 /10
Condition
9.2 /10
Neighborhood
9.4 /10
Amenities
9.0 /10
50 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jun 2026
David
Lovely and peaceful place to stay in Cusco. Helpful and friendly staff. Would definitely return and recommend to friends and family.
Self
8/10
Excellent
15 Jun 2026
Crystal
First hostel-love it. The ladies that assisted us were very, very gracious.
The one and only downfall was the heat. We went in June, apparently it’s winter and only had a space heater. Yes At least had one..but had to leave it one continuously to keep the room slightly comfortable after being outside.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jun 2026
Melanie
Great staff, always available. Small, cozy place with individual rooms. Breakfast self serve with eggs to order. Very walkable area.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jun 2026
crystal
This was an amazing stay! The ladies who work there were very helpful and were very friendly! Would definitely stay here again if we need to!
Family
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jun 2026
Ella
Great little boutique hotel in the perfect location.
It’s an old building so has it’s quirks. For example if you’re on the ground floor, you’ll hear the floorboards squeaking every time someone in the room above moves.
Breakfast was similar to most places in Peru - bread, ham, cheese, fruit and eggs made to order.
Bed was comfy and shower was hot and powerful.
Overall very good for the low price I paid.
Staff were helpful, some didn’t speak great English but they were all very willing to help.
(Photo from first room I stayed in - double bed, single occupancy)
Self
10/10
Exceptional
16 Apr 2026
Rayne
This wasn’t second stay.
10/10
Exceptional
29 Mar 2026
Rayne
The hotel is very good value. It is a short walk to everything you need. The bed was very comfortable and the shower was hot with good pressure. Breakfast was good. Scrambled eggs, toast, avocado and fruit. There was also some cereal and yogurt available.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
19 Mar 2026
Reagan
The staff was extremely kind and helpful. We even received a packed breakfast for our early departure that was delicious.
8/10
Excellent
25 Oct 2025
Sarah
Very kind staff and a comfortable environment. A bit noisy from the road.
10/10
Exceptional
15 Oct 2025
Jason
Decent spot to stay in the historic center of Cuzco. Staff were really friendly.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
11 Oct 2025
charlotte
For a hostel, this place is awesome. Great hot water showers, nice beds with good bedding, a lamp, and they packed our breakfast for us to go at 4am. Would definitely recomend, also in the cool part of town
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Oct 2025
Joey
Great place to stay in San Blas. The staff were wonderful and made me feel taken care of. The location was excellent, close to restaurants and shopping. Only an 8 minute walk to Plaza de Armas.
10/10
Exceptional
03 Oct 2025
Maria J
Good prizes
10/10
Exceptional
29 Sep 2025
monika
Such a cute, cozy and very clean Hostal. Excellent location.
10/10
Exceptional
23 Sep 2025
Eileen

Would stay again

Excellent value and location. Rooms were clean and a bit loud but no complaints at all.
Breakfast was delicious and we loved the small feel. They let us leave our luggage when we went to Machu Picchu and even put in our room when we got back!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
31 Aug 2025
Wen-Ling
It’s a good city.
Business_and_leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 Jul 2025
Patricia
Great location, clean and well maintained property. Hotel staff was very helpful providing delicious made to order breakfast and provided to-go lunch as needed.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
08 Apr 2025
Sean
Great location near Plaza de Armas and had everything I needed during my stay. The staff was lovely and took great care of everything. Would definitely return/recommend!
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
21 Oct 2024
Charles
Very clean and safe. Good value. Easy walk to all the main areas, but away from the noise. The staff were very friendly and helpful, including getting up VERY early to provide me a bag breakfast for my Inca Trail and Machu Michu Picchu Trek.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
12 Sep 2024
Perry
Staff was truly amazing and helpful. rooms were noisy and had leaking toilets and faucets. but I cannot say enough about how good the staff was.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Jul 2024
Paul

Great hostel in San Blas

This is a great little hostel with mostly older adults (meaning it is NOT a party place. It is in the San Blas barrio mostly away from the noise and ubiquitous hawkers that plague the Plaza de las Armas. Good variety of restaurants near by with a nice little bar up from the Plaza San Blas called Km.O. Nighly live music of uneven quality. Older crowd. Smitty at the front door is funny and can direct you the sister restaurant that has excellent food.I recommend asking for an upstairs room because when I was in 101, I could hear every creaky step of those above. Staff generally is great and the breakfast is just ok. Eggs come with breakfast regardless of whether the staff offers them or not. I would stay here again for the location, charm of the street and the hostal, and the clean rooms. Not the cheapest hostal though.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
15 Feb 2022
Silvia

Excellent stay

The room was very clean and well decorated and we always had a cleaning service. They were always ready to help at any hour, even when we had tours very early in the morning. They prepared our lunch box for the day. Nice and quiet neighborhood. I recommend this place 100%!
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
25 Nov 2021
Osniel
Location
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
31 Jul 2019
Matthew

A Comfortable and Welcoming Option in Old Cusco

The staff are really sweet there and the deal is wonderful for what you get. I thought the place was very comfortable - the beds were nice, the rooms were warm, and the hot water was perfect. The location is a very short walk from Plaza de Armas and surrounded by great restaurants in San Blas. I really couldn't complain at all and would definitely go back on my next trip.
8/10
Excellent
14 Feb 2019
Verified traveler

Super friendly service; ask for a room w/windows

El Grial
+ Extremely friendly and helpful service
+ Decent breakfast
+ Satellite tv
+ Clean
+ Heater provided

- Room didn’t have windows
- Trash can in bedroom would be nice
10/10
Exceptional
05 Feb 2019
Bruce
We loved this hotel. My daughter (in her twenties) said she was in heaven. Definitely the best of our trip so far. Its not luxury and if you are looking for perfection this isn't it. However, if you want comfort, character and the friendliest and most helpful staff you can't do much better than this. Especially at this price.
Loved it. Thanks.
10/10
Exceptional
26 Nov 2018
Wendy
Loved the location in San Blas. The staff tried to help with everything despite our lack of common language. They were extremely accommodating with our eating limitations. Git our laundry done. Booked our tours and taxis as needed.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
20 Nov 2018
Verified traveler
Loved the setting but it was a little high to climb to as I had a hard to with the altitude.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Oct 2018
Leonardo

Great location

Really nice and charming place. Clean and staff was very nice. Located very close to all the Cusco historical center activities
Partner
2/10
Poor
29 Sep 2018
Verified traveler
The worst. the air conditioner from next building is up against the wall making my room sound like a jet taking off. They did move me to a room down stairs where I didnt have to hear the air conditioner as much only to discover that there is zero sound dampening in the floor so you can hear every word spoken by the unit above not to mention every foot step on the hardwood floor sounding like a rifle. And, o yes, if you want to come here realize the street number is out of synch, so your taxi won't take you there and you can carry your bags on your own for the last couple of blocks. Plus there are zero windows in any of the rooms. The price of this place is the price of a
4/10
Poor
13 Jul 2018
Isaac

Moved Halfway Through Stay

The good:
- continental breakfast was good and sufficient with fresh eggs cooked if desired. Also willing to make you a to-go breakfast if you’re leaving early.
- Great location, easy walking distance to Plaza De Armas (main square)
- Clean for the most part
- easy, inexpensive laundry service

Now the bad...
- Shower only warm if taken during off-hours (10am-1pm). Always cold if taken in the evening.
- They made us move rooms halfway through our stay even though they told us they wouldn’t when we checked in (6 day stay, as we were checking-in another guest who was leaving to go to another hotel had the same issue)
- WiFi only worked about half the time and we had to frequently request it be re-set.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jul 2018
Richard

Great hotel/hostel with private bathroom

Reasonably close to main tourist sites. In the walkable part of the old city. Safe area. Good eats nearby. (There is a great vegan restaurant 7 minutes down the street.) Very helpful staff. Room was a bit cramped, but beds were excellent, and a good value for the price. Comfortable private bath with good sized shower. Clean. Nice breakfast.
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jun 2018
Richard

Economical option in Cusco

The room was not spacious, but sufficient, and comfortable and a great value for the price. They made us sack breakfast for our 4:30 AM departure. And start our bags for four days until I return. A great choice in Cusco. On a typically historic street.
8/10
Excellent
23 May 2018
Johanna

Great place to stay one Cuzco

We had a great stay at Hostal Grial, the rooms were clean and spacious. The staff was great very helpful and friendly with everything we asked. Good location for getting around in Cuzco.
10/10
Exceptional
10 Feb 2018
karen

great deal!

inexpensive hostal in the beautiful San Blas area. sweet staff, good if you know Spanish! I lucked out and have shared room to myself :) clean and cozy. !
10/10
Exceptional
04 Nov 2017
Alexandre

great staff, beds very confortable!!

staff very friendly and always there to help you. Beds are amazing, they all have orthopedic matresses so they are really confortable!! they kept our bags during the 5 days of the Salkantay trek even if we didn't have a room with them after the trek (we wanted but hotel was full). breakfast is good. at the end of a street, so a little far from the center, but less noisy!
Partner
8/10
Excellent
29 Oct 2017
Nat

Comfy hotel in a great location

This is a great little hotel. The room is comfortable, the staff is nice and the breakfast is great! My only complaint is that we could hear everyone walking around on the floor above us. That is only an issue if the people are waking up at 2am for the Rainbow Mountain tour. Other than that, this place is great!
8/10
Excellent
14 Jul 2017
Verified traveler

Simple but friendly

Nice hotel in the San Blas area of Cusco. Staff were very friendly and helpful. On arrival a pot of coca tea was brought to my room to help with the altitude sickness. Fairly comfortable - suitable enough for a few nights.
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jul 2017
Carlos

Very nice stay in San Blas neighborhood

Wonderful Little hotel in a very charming area. The personnel was super kind and friendly.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jun 2017
Gaetan

Very good hotel for the price

Really nice hotel in a good location and with super friendly staff.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
18 May 2017
David

Quaint, quiet hotel in a beautiful part of Cusco

I am 28 years old and traveling solo throughout Peru and I really liked this hotel. The staff was unbelievably kind and made me a sack lunch for my early departure at 4am to do the Salkantay Trek. They also let me keep some of my luggage there for 5 days while I was gone even though I only stayed one night. The room was comfy and the hotel itself was small and had great character. It was only a short walk to Catedral San Blas and numerous shops and restaurants. It is up on the hill a little bit so the streets and alleys are beautiful to walk through. You could still hear traffic and dogs barking at night but after being in Cusco for two weeks and staying at multiple hotels and hostels I have learned to just accept that as part of the experience. I would definitely recommend this place for someone wanting a peaceful night before embarking on an early trip.
10/10
Exceptional
05 Sep 2016
Laura

Wonderful place

Stayed here before and after our visit to Machu Picchu. Left most of our luggage there no problem and our bags were ready in our room when we returned for second stay. Exceptional staff, condition of hotel everything was perfect, including hot shower and lots of duvets / blankets for cold nights. Comment on previous reviews re noise - we had downstairs room and as the floors are wooden there is noise from people walking around upstairs - nothing ear plugs can't resolve for light sleepers, or request room upstairs. Internet connection excellent - able to Skype :) Thanks to all the staff for a wonderful stay!
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
21 Apr 2026
Mayara
O quarto estava bem limpinho e arrumado, atendentes muito simpáticas e ajudaram muito. Meu maior problema foi que o quarto era muito gelado. Eu fiz a reserva de um quarto com aquecedor, mas na verdade o quarto não tinha aquecedor. Quando questionei sobre isso na recepção falaram que a dona só disponibiliza aquecedor durante o inverno e que eu teria que pagar 15 soles pelo aquecedor (porém ele é portátil e não pode ficar ligado por muito tempo se não pode queimar). Péssima experiência.
De resto a localização é boa e a estrutura do hostel também.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
04 Dec 2025
Filipe
Excelente atendimento, localização ótima, cama confortável, café da manhã simples porém atende ao valor cobrado pela hospedagem. Valeu muito a pena.
Friends_and_family Friends
6/10
Pleasant
18 Nov 2025
Laurent
La chambre 191 est sous une chambre avec plancher et bruit chaque fois que quelqu'un marchait.
Salle de bain à remettre à jour
Partner
8/10
Excellent
17 Nov 2025
Arturo
Recomendable
10/10
Exceptional
11 Oct 2025
Tracy T
Era bem perto da área turística muito bem localizado. Tem uma certa dificuldade só com o trânsito de carros maiores
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jul 2025
Jan
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10/10
Exceptional
07 Jun 2025
Luis
El hotel queds muy bien ubicado cerca de la plaza
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
05 Mar 2025
Sarah Jane

Great place to stay

This is the second time staying at this hostel and i can again say i can really recommend it. What makes it so special is both the location and 2 of the staff Jackie and Nelly, they really go out of their way to make you feel welcome, always a kind greeting on how your day has been and always «how Are you today» not all Hotels Are lucky enough to have staff that care about their guests as these 2 do, so Thankyou for making my stay again enjoyable. Both San Blas area and Cusco are so beautiful that the 3 weeks i spent here went so fast:-(
Muchos Gracias El Grial and especially to Jackie and Nelly, i will miss your smiling faces:-)
Self

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Hostal El Grial
Calle Carmen Alto 112, Cusco, Peru

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