SACRED VALLEY - HOTELS AND OTHER ACCOMMODATIONS

The area known as the “Sacred Valley of the Incas” is comprised between the small Andean towns of Pisac and Ollantaytambo, about a one-hour drive from Cusco.

It is a succession of picturesque Andean towns, agricultural terraces, and many archaeological sites, as well as the world’s most famous white corn cultivated for export. The mild climate, the varied and dramatic scenery of snow-capped mountains, flowering meadows, lush green hills and spectacular flora and fauna, make the Valley a prime adventure destination in South America. The Sacred Valley also holds two of the most important handicraft markets of Cusco: Pisac and Chinchero.

At a lower elevation than Cuzco, the Valley is a warmer and less physically taxing environment for visiting the many attractions of the region, including Machu Picchu. It is also an excellent starting point for many adventure tours including trekking, rafting, mountain-biking and horse-back riding trips.

The Sacred Valley has excellent hotels. Most of the selected accommodations are located in the area from Urubamba to Ollantaytambo and are generally buildings that respect the natural environment of the area, decorated in a cozy, rustic style and providing all the modern facilities needed for a comfortable stay. Good restaurants are also opening recently following the development of this area as a tourist destination.

SUPERIOR HOTELS

CASA ANDINA PRIVATE COLLECTION SACRED VALLEY

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Casa Andina Private Collection Sacred Valley is strategically located in a 3 hectare-land in the heart of the Sacred Valley of the Incas, just 10 kilometers from Ollantaytambo train station. The hotel is closer from Machu Picchu than Cusco city, as well as from the most important archaeological sites such as Ollantaytambo, Pisac, Chincheros, Moray, Maras and more. Casa Andina Private Collection Sacred Valley is one of the most complete options in the Urubamba Valley, both in services and facilities. The hotel is surrounded by gardens and green areas and it has 85 entirely equipped guest rooms, an Andean spa providing luxurious relaxing treatments with natural local ingredients and the Sacred Valley’s most exquisite cuisine.

SOL Y LUNA

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Sol & Luna is located 1 km from the town of Urubamba in the Sacred Valley of the Incas. The hotel is enclosed in a red-walled courtyard surrounded by tall eucalyptus trees and green mountains. There are 28 Bungalows: 23 doubles, 3 family bungalows and 2 suites.

It also has a full-size, hard surface outdoor tennis court, where you can play under the Andean sun. The swimming pool faces the restaurant and is surrounded by cypress trees and comfortable deck chairs, a perfect place to relax after a game of tennis, after sampling treats from the Restaurant or after a luxurious treatment in the Spa.

TOURIST HOTELS

PAKARITAMPU

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Pakaritampu Hotel is located in Ollantaytambo, 56 miles (90 Kms) away from Cusco, and one of the most picturesque villages in the heart of the Inca's Sacred Valley. The hotel offers a lovely atmosphere with cozy rooms, beautiful gardens and a superior service.

K´UYCHI RUMI

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Located in Urubamba / Sacred Valley, “The Rainbow Stone” in Quechua, offers you a very special accommodation alternative for your stay in Peru: six (6) luxurious rustic Andean houses, surrounded by rich gardens and orchards, nestled at the foot of some of the most picturesque mountain peaks .¨

Each one of the Andean houses is uniquely furnished and has been professionally designed using various multi-colored natural clays. Each is two storied, with two bedrooms/bathrooms, a spacious living room with fireplace, kitchenette, dining room, terrace and balcony. All are fully equipped to offer comfortable, complete accommodation for up to six people. Ample parking is provided as well as privacy and security.

K'uychi Rumi offers a personalized service, allowing guests to completely relax within in a homey environment. More adventurous travelers can enjoy mountain trekking, cycling, rafting and horseback riding, and Machu Picchu is just one picturesque hour away by train.

CASONA YUCAY HOTEL

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Casona Yucay is an old Colonial Home Hacienda built in 1810. Situated in the picturesque village of Yucay, in the heart of the Sacred Valley of the Incas, Cusco, it is a family owned and run hotel which strives at all times to provide top class service in a homely and friendly atmosphere.

Casona de Yucay has a lovely Colonial Patio rounded by stone arcs. The beautiful gardens and cozy lounge with its warm fireplace and the natural breath surroundings make the hotel the ideal place for rest and peace. Teresita, the owner, is delighted to personally attend her guests.

SONESTA POSADA DEL INCA YUCAY

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The 84-room Sonesta Posada del Inca Yucay is located in the heart of the Sacred Valley of the Incas, a one-hour drive from the ancient Inca capital of Cusco and close to Machu Picchu. The Sonesta Posada Yucay is a former 18th century colonial-style monastery and is surrounded by beautiful gardens.

The Sacred Valley produces an idyllic year-round climate of moderate warm weather with abundant sunshine and fresh air. The area is a perfect setting for horseback riding, hiking, rafting and other activities.

Near the Sonesta Posada are the craft markets of Pisac and Chincheros, the Salt Mines of Maras, the town of Moray, Ollantaytambo ruins and Machu Picchu.

LIBERTADOR VALLE SAGRADO LODGE

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It is situated 12 km from the city of Urubamba in the picturesque community of Yanahuara. Its colonial style typical of Cusco, has been carefully integrated to the surroundings, with large and cozy rooms distributed amid exuberant gardens with a view of the mountains and the Sacred Valley of the Incas.

SAN AGUSTIN URUBAMBA

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This charming hotel is located in the heart of Urubamba town, in the Sacred Valley of the Incas, one hour driving from Cusco and 20 minutes away from Ollantaytambo. After your visits in the valley you can enjoy of the relaxing and quite atmosphere of the hotel as well as the hight quality of service. This hotel has 40 spacious and comfortable rooms.

Special Places

WILLKA T´IKA

Willka T’ika - Sacred flower in Quechua , the language of the Andean people - is not a hotel or hostal in the ordinary sense of the word. It was, from its inception, established as a Garden Retreat, and developed as a labor of love by Carol Cumes; in its essence, it is a living dedication to the heritage and spirit of the people of the Andes.

The gardens are laid out as ‘Seven Sacred Gardens’. Each is dedicated to a different energy center, or chakra, to provide for personal meditation, healing and rejuvenation.

The accommodation, merged into the gardens and constructed in colonial style from local materials, has all either been built anew, on an extension to Willka T’ika, Apu T’ika, or completely refurbished in 2005. They have a large sunlit studio, designed for Yoga but which can be used for any practice including concerts with local musicians and dance groups.

VILLAS INKATERRA - URUBAMBA

Inkaterra Villas Urubamba, built in the local adobe style and located in the small hamlet of Higuspucro / Urubamba, provide a warm welcome to visitors seeking to experience the true Peru. Each full-service villa comes complete with private maid service. A luxurious breakfast, afternoon cocktails, and gourmet dinner will be served to the traveler. For lunch, either dine in one of the fine local restaurants or enjoy a three-course gourmet picnic in the countryside.