Hotels in Machu Picchu
James Bustamante is Native to New York but born to Peruvian parents. He has been traveling throughout Latin America since early 2003 and finally made his home in Peru. James has made his way by eating and traveling through almost every country in Central and South America.
Last Updated on April 1, 2024 by James Bustamante
Looking up hotels in Machu Picchu can be quite the task at the beginning.
Travel is all about choices after all. You decide where to go, how to get there, who will be going with you, flights, tours, transport, the list goes on and on.
Sometimes we want to rough it out in the great outdoors such as with the Inca Trail or the Salkantay Trek.
Meanwhile, others we want to relax whether in a comfortably priced hotel in or complete luxury, especially when you consider traveling to Machu Picchu.
Luxury hotels in Machu Picchu would include most accommodations that provide four or five-star amenities, some of the best are:
Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel
This luxury hotel situated in the cloud forest is just a short distance from the bustling pedestrian-only town of Machu Picchu Pueblo (Aguas Calientes), but it feels miles away, deep in the cloud forest.
This is a sanctuary in every sense, perfect for travelers in the mood for an intimate experience in nature, for hikers looking for the next challenging peak, for archaeology and culture buffs, or for families in search of an enriching adventure.
This hotel consists of 81 beautifully made Casitas (small houses) that offer all the amenities as well as a wide range of excursions led by exceptional guides, the lodge is much more than a base for visiting the Machu Picchu Historical Sanctuary, it’s almost a destination in itself.
This fact alone makes it one of the top 3 luxury hotels in Machu Picchu.
5-Day Package with Accommodations
- Day 1- Pick up at the Cusco airport and ride to your Cusco hotel.
- Day 2– Full Day Sacred Valley tour – Includes Buffet Lunch.
- Day 3– Train ride to Aguas Calientes – overnight stay.
- Day 4– Machu Picchu Guided Tour – Train to Cusco.
- Day 5– Transfer out to Cusco Airport for Domestic Flight.
Belmond Sanctuary Lodge
Located steps from the entrance gate to the Machu Picchu ruins, next to the bus stop and the snack stand, this otherwise exclusive property can only be reached on foot via the Inca Trail or by a winding bus ride up from the train station at Machu Picchu town — also known as Aguas Calientes.
You can visit the lodge here: Belmond Lodge
The Belmond Sanctuary Lodge faces the ruins of Machu Picchu while some of the public areas and some guest rooms face the Huayna Picchu mountain, the famous background peak for every postcard shot of the more famous citadel.
The elegant rooms and suites offer complimentary Wi-Fi, smart TV, seating areas, and minibars. Upgraded rooms add panoramic mountain views and terraces, while suites have living areas with sofas. Room service is available, kids 5 and under stay free, and the breakfast buffet is complimentary.
Next up, we take a quick look at some mid-range accommodations; these will mostly fit within the three and four-star hotels category.
Tierra Viva Machu Picchu
The Tierra Viva facilities are located in the quietest area of Aguas Calientes, facing the Urubamba River and surrounded by the famous Cloud Forest.
The location has its own bus stop, so guests staying there can take a bus directly to Machu Picchu.
Guests will have the option to hike to Machu Picchu through their separate pathways.
The hotel is fairly modern with 43 spacious and comfortable rooms, a lounge with a fireplace, a breakfast room and a bar to relax and enjoy some drinks after a day of adventures.
It also has a panoramic lift decorated with Andean-inspired graffiti by the Peruvian artist Carolina Malaga. It also has a grand dining room near its entrance. This is where you’ll have a delicious Andean buffet for breakfast.
El MaPi by Inkaterra
The stylish El MaPi offers organic gastronomy and contemporary rooms in the heart of Machu Picchu town. Rates include a breakfast buffet and la carte dinner. Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas.
El Bar serves tasty tapas, piscos, and fine organic wines. The café offers a breakfast buffet with smoothies and Belgian waffles and serves salads and soups made with fresh natural ingredients.
The well-lit rooms at El MaPi by Inkaterra have thick beige blankets and large windows with blackout curtains. All offer cotton bathrobes, herbal amenities and a 32-inch cable TV. El MaPi is 3 hours by train from Cusco, and provides transfers between the train station and hotel.
Guests are welcomed on arrival with a fresh lemongrass lemonade, and may request extra oxygen if the altitude is still getting to you. If you stay enough days in advance, they can even help you with your Machu Picchu reservations.
Casa Andina Standard Hotel
The hotel is located in the town of Agua Calientes near the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu. It has an incredible view of the Vilcanota River and the mountains that surround the area.
It has 53 cozy rooms with beautiful finishes, and comfortable beds that will allow you to rest peacefully.
The Machu Picchu Sama Restaurant & Café offers a delicious breakfast buffet and free extras.
It’s ideal for those travelers who want to replenish energy after having toured the Inca Citadel.
Finally, we’ll look over the economic range of hotels.
This category usually encompasses hotels and hostels that provide two and three-star amenities.
Waman Hotel
Comfortable rooms, a daily breakfast, and free Wi-Fi are offered at Waman Hotel in Aguas Calientes, a 3-minute walk from the main square.
The hot springs are only 10 minutes away on foot. All rooms have flat-screen TVs, minibars, and private bathrooms with showers and free toiletries.
Guests staying at Waman Hotel can use computers with internet access, and luggage storage is available.
There is 24-hour front desk assistance. Aguas Calientes train station is only a 5-minute walk from the property.
The Machu Picchu archaeological site can be reached in 25 minutes by bus from the Waman Hotel.
Illary Inn
Set within 6 km of Huayna Picchu and 7 km of the Machu Picchu Historic Sanctuary.
The Illary Inn features comfortable rooms situated just in view of Machu Picchu.
It has a cozy restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and room service, along with free Wi-Fi throughout the property.
The accommodation offers a shared lounge, a concierge service and currency exchange station for guests. All rooms include a continental or a buffet breakfast.
There you have it, some of the best hotels in Machu Picchu.
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