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Monasterio, A Belmond Hotel, Cusco

Name: Monasterio, A Belmond Hotel, Cusco
Telephone: 51-84-604-000

Centuries-old charm in Cusco

VERIFIED LUXURY

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A stay at Monasterio, A Belmond Hotel, Cusco is a journey to a simpler time without sacrificing any modern comforts. Tucked just steps from Cusco’s buzzing Plaza de Armas and all-suite sister hotel Palacio Nazarenas, this former 16th-century monastery invites you into a world of stone cloisters, hand-painted frescoes and centuries-old charm. You might wake to the sound of Andean panpipes drifting through the courtyard, sip coca tea beneath a 300-year-old cedar tree or wander past golden altars and colonial artwork on your way to breakfast.

Rooms, once the monks’ quarters, have been transformed into serene sanctuaries, some oxygen-enriched to help you acclimate to the altitude, all dressed in plush alpaca throws and marble finishes. Dining is just as transportive, with candlelit meals beneath vaulted ceilings and opera performances that echo through the historic chapel.

Whether you're exploring Cusco’s vibrant streets or returning from a day at Machu Picchu, Monasterio wraps you in comfort and culture.

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Housed in a former Jesuit seminary, Monasterio, A Belmond Hotel blends Spanish colonial architecture and Inca foundations with elegant design and centuries of history to create a uniquely Peruvian retreat.
None of the 117 rooms and suites is exactly alike, adding to the hotel’s enchanting feel. The former monks’ chambers are rich in character with antique furnishings and original artwork in gilded frames, all updated with luxe touches like marble bathrooms equipped with heated floors.
Peaceful stone courtyards, a centuries-old cedar tree and a richly decorated Baroque chapel are just some of the treasures you might stumble across on a stroll through the Cusco hotel’s serene grounds.
At El Tupay, vaulted ceilings illuminated by candlelight set a dramatic scene for elevated Andean cuisine with a side of opera, while OQRE highlights the best of Peru’s bounty from land and sea in a breezy alfresco setting.
Immersive experiences like hands-on cooking classes and cocktail-making sessions help you connect to Peru’s rich culinary culture in the most delicious way.

Nearby Attractions

In addition to being just two blocks from Plaza de Armas, Monasterio, A Belmond Hotel offers prime access to museums, markets and historic landmarks, all without sacrificing peace and quiet.
A few steps from the luxury hotel, the 16th-century Cusco Cathedral blends Renaissance, Gothic and Baroque styles atop Inca foundations. Inside, marvel at colonial-era paintings, including a rendition of The Last Supper featuring a guinea pig as the centerpiece entree.
Once the most sacred Inca temple (now partially enclosed by the Church of Santo Domingo), Qorikancha (or Temple of the Sun) gives visitors a powerful glimpse of pre-Columbian, gold-covered walls and Spanish colonial imposition.
On Plazoleta Nazarenas, the intimate Museo de Arte Precolombino houses more than 400 pre-Columbian artifacts — from ceramics to gold — in a former ceremonial Inca courthouse-turned-colonial mansion.
A 10-minute walk from Monasterio, San Pedro Market is a sensory feast of vibrant produce, traditional Andean dishes, herbal remedies and local crafts. Just uphill, the bohemian San Blas offers galleries, artisan workshops and cozy cafés along winding cobblestone streets with great views of the city below.

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