When choosing a hotel in Cusco, location is key. The Plaza de Armas is the main square, and serves as the focal point for guests who are staying in the city. The Plaza serves as the center meeting area, with the historical attractions within walking distance. The further away from the Plaza, the longer cab-rides and trips will take to visit important sites and the more money one will invest in each trip.

Staying in Cusco provides guests with a very unique and unparalleled opportunity that can only be experienced in the ancient city; most guests to Cusco will usually stay in a hotel that was converted or modeled after beautiful and impressive Inca or Spanish structures such as houses of governors, mansions of noblemen, temples of the tribe, etc. The architecture of these buildings alone is quite fascinating and provides a glimpse into the days of long ago These hotels provide not only a comfortable and enjoyable stay, but also meet what seems to be the theme of the city of Cusco; mixing the cultural richness of the city's history with the changing times of modernity.

Lodging in Cusco runs the gamut of beautiful 5-star luxury hotels through overnight hostels that are economical and allow you to experience Cusco for a much cheaper price. The main difference in Cusco when referring to hotels and hostels is that hotels have restaurants, hostels do not.

There are the luxurious 5 star hotels which are some of the largest buildings in the city and provide guests with rooms that are both luxurious and spacious while also providing services and amenities that are unbeatable elsewhere in the city. Of course, these 5 star hotels reflect their luxury in their price and cost more than any other hotels in the city. Luxury hotels usually have more than one restaurant within the facility and offer amenities like 24 hours room service and tourist office which many indeed find useful.

The 4 star hotels tend to be just as beautiful as the luxury hotels, but are slowly fading on their race with modernity. Offering fewer rooms than a luxury hotel, four stars tend to be beautiful pieces of property with architectural and cultural richness, but seem to be lagging behind the race for size and luxury.

3 star hotels tend to be much smaller than either the luxury of 4 star categories, but can still provide a wonderful stay for guests. With a smaller price, guests pay simply for their room and do not have breathtaking views of the ancient ruins from every room. Most 3 star hotels tend to face the street more, so windows are sound-proof, but they do turn away from the ruins and face the busy humdrum of the street.

  Cusco Overview

  Highlights:
    Plaza de Armas
    Coricancha
    San Blas Neighborhood
    Churches
    Museums
    Important Streets

  Lodging and Hotels
    Luxury Hotels
    4-Star Hotels
    3-Star Hotels

  History

  Weather

  Transportation
    From Lima
    From Puno

  Nearby Highlights:
    Machu Picchu
    Sacred Valley