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Monasterio, A Belmond Hotel, Cusco

Belmond Monasterio — former 16th-century monastery turned refined hotel at the heart of Cusco — offers 117 historic rooms, a cloistered courtyard under a 300-year-old cedar, colonial-chapel splendour and effortless access to the city’s soul.

Cusco, Peru

Highlights

Rooms once used by clergy now offer marble bathrooms, alpaca throws, modern comforts — many with oxygen enrichment for high-altitude ease
Candle-lit arches, live opera, colonial-style bars and Peruvian-fusion menus turn dinner into performance — an immersive experience in place and time
Built around Inca foundations, the hotel is decorated with colonial antiques and fine works of religious art which wouldn’t be a miss in some of the world’s best galleries and museums
Treat yourself and stay in one of Peru’s most famous and opulent hotels – a former 16th century monastery that has been given the full Belmond five-star makeover

When you open your window on Cusco, you can expect your heart to soar as high as the Andean birds. Viewed from Monasterio, A Belmond Hotel, Cusco, the sight of this ancient city cradled in the embrace of Peru’s vast mountains is among the world’s most stirring. This hotel allows travellers to immerse themselves in Cusco’s rich history and experience the city in a completely unique way.

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Top tip:

If you are feeling the altitude (Cuzco is more than 10,000 feet up), then ask for one of the oxygenated rooms, where they will pipe fresh oxygen into your room to give you a good night's sleep.

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Location

Cusco, Peru

The Belmond Hotel Monasterio is located on Calle Palacio, just two blocks from the Plaza de Armas, Cusco's central square, where the cathedral and most important museums are located.

13-hour flight from London to Lima's Jorge Chávez International Airport, followed by a 1-hour 15-minute domestic flight to Cusco (overnight in Lima usually required). Belmond Hotel Monasterio is only a ten-minute drive from the airport, a car transfer service from the airport to the Belmond Hotel Monasterio can be arranged.

Our Top Tours Featuring This Hotel

Ultimate Peru

Explore fascinating Inca ruins, colourful culture and dramatic landscapes on this incredible escape. Get a unique view of the Andean plains on the exquisite Belmond Andean Explorer – South America's first luxury train. You'll also see Machu Picchu and take escorted visits to the Inca sights of the Sacred Valley on this captivating Peru tour.

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Casa Andina Premium Cusco

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JW Marriott El Convento Cusco

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Top Things to Do Nearby

Mountain Lodges of Peru

A lodge-to-lodge trek through Peru’s Andes, combining remote mountain trails, authentic cultural encounters and comfortable high-altitude lodges, culminating in a rewarding arrival at Machu Picchu with depth, context and understated comfort.

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Maras, Moray and Ollantaytambo with picnic lunch

A full-day Sacred Valley tour visiting Moray’s circular terraces, the striking Maras Salt Pans and the fortress town of Ollantaytambo. Includes a scenic picnic lunch and insight into Incan engineering and history.

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Mil Immersion Experience

Explore Moray’s landscapes, history, and ingredients through ruins, farms, and local traditions, culminating in tastings of unique spirits and an exquisite eight-course menu at MIL.

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Magical & Hidden Cusco

Uncover Cusco beyond its monuments, exploring legends, hidden streets and Inca-era stories before ending with traditional dishes and chicha at a classic picantería—an intimate look at the city’s living history.

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Traditional Andean Wedding Ceremony

Celebrate your union at Rio Sagrado, A Belmond Hotel, with a private Andean ceremony led by a traditional paq’o. Set against the Sacred Valley’s dramatic peaks, this soulful ritual honours love, nature and ancient tradition in unforgettable style.

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Pachamanca Lunch at Piuray Lagoon

A traditional Pachamanca at Piuray lagoon, where food is cooked underground with hot stones. Take part in the ritual before enjoying a generous Andean feast with local produce, meats, desserts and drinks.

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Machu Picchu Guided Tour with Lunch

Experience a full-day tour of Machu Picchu, starting with a scenic train ride to Aguas Calientes. Enjoy a guided two-hour tour of the ancient ruins, followed by lunch before returning. Discover the wonder of this iconic site with ease.

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Cooking Class with tour to San Pedro Market

Discover Peru’s flavours with a guided visit to San Pedro Market, followed by a hands-on cooking class at Rooftop Kitchen Peru. Prepare a three-course Peruvian fusion menu and pisco sour while enjoying panoramic views over Cusco.

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Inca Rail Machu Picchu - The First Class Train

Travel to Machu Picchu in total comfort on the Inca Rail First-Class service, enjoying views from the large picture windows and outdoor balcony as you pass through stunning landscapes in the Urubamba Valley.

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Via Ferrata & Zip-Line Adventure

An award-winning via ferrata and zip-line experience high in Peru’s Sacred Valley, featuring a ladder-and-bridge ascent and a thrilling seven-line descent, with spectacular Andean views throughout.

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Andean Drinks: Traditional corn beer and microbreweries

Discover Cusco’s brewing heritage through traditional chicherías and modern microbreweries, sampling ancient chicha de jora alongside innovative craft beers made with local ingredients such as Sacred Valley quinoa.

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Tribute to Mother Earth

A traditional Andean Offering honouring Pachamama, Mother Earth. Led by a pacco, this ritual reflects ancient spiritual beliefs rooted in gratitude, reciprocity and a deep connection to the natural world.

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