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Sanctuary Lodge, A Belmond Hotel is the only hotel located adjacent to the ancient citadel of Machu Picchu and therefore a very convenient base for visiting the awe-inspiring ruins and the beautiful surrounding area.
Highlights
Expect the renowned Belmond service and fine dining
With just 31 rooms, we recommend going for a deluxe mountain view room which has incredible views of the mountains and jungle across the Urubamba river
Envelop yourself in tropical gardens alive with orchids, butterflies and Andean flora — a peaceful, lush contrast to the grandeur of the ruins outside
Envelop yourself in tropical gardens alive with orchids, butterflies and Andean flora — a peaceful, lush contrast to the grandeur of the ruins outside
Perched at the very entrance to the world-famous citadel of Machu Picchu, Belmond Sanctuary Lodge is the only hotel in the world that allows you to wake up just steps from a UNESCO wonder. As dawn breaks, you exit the door of your room straight onto the paths of history — offering a level of access, intimacy and ease no other lodging can match.
Belmond’s elegant hideaway comprises 31 rooms and suites, each featuring local materials, marble bathrooms and soothing views over mist-clad mountains or lush jungle. Many offer terraces or private patios, perfect for sipping a morning coffee as birdsong fills the air.
When you’re not exploring stone terraces and ancient temples, Sanctuary Lodge invites you to unwind. Wander through the hotel’s renowned orchid-studded gardens, immerse yourself in jungle calm, enjoy a botanical spa treatment, or practise yoga as the Andean sunlight filters through lush foliage.
Dining at Sanctuary Lodge is a sensory journey — from the heartfelt flavors of the mountains at the guest-exclusive restaurant to traditional Andean dishes served beside panoramic jungle vistas. Every meal is a celebration of the land, culture and heritage that define the region.
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Enjoy a massage with a view at the newly created massage tent which has views over the majestic mountains and valley surrounding the hotel
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Belmond Sanctuary Lodge is situated alongside the ruins at Machu Picchu, a 20-minute drive from the town of Aguas Calientes and 3.5-hour train journey from Cuzco.
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