Between the Plaza de Armas and San Blas, our 10 favourite hotels in Cuzco

Housed in a former Inca palace, converted into a monastery in 1595 and then into a luxury hotel, the Monasterio Belmond Hotel has all the makings of a grand palace.

During a guided tour of the premises (booking required), all the secrets of this exceptional historic building will be revealed to you, giving you the chance to discover its incredible chapel with its Baroque decor and a large collection of paintings by the famous Cuzco School from the 17th and 18th centuries.

The gourmet restaurant El Tupay offers refined international cuisine and a magnificent wine list, with dinner served under the cloister vaults by candlelight.

Please note: some rooms are equipped on request with a unique oxygen system, which promotes better sleep and faster adaptation to the high altitude.

Each room and suite is unique, with luxury wood panelling and remarkable works of art. You'll plunge into immaculate white sheets for a dreamy night's sleep.

Just a stone's throw from the Plaza de Armas but in complete tranquillity, this remarkable historic 16th-century convent with its colonial courtyard has been restored to perfection.

The hotel has an incredible indoor swimming pool and a wellness centre with spa and jacuzzi - the ultimate in luxury!

The Qespi restaurant serves delicious Peruvian gourmet dishes in a sober, elegant atmosphere.

This sumptuous hotel also offers oxygen-enriched rooms.

153 elegantly decorated rooms and suites with marble bathrooms and ultra-comfortable bedding from €380, including an exceptional buffet breakfast.

Housed in a 16th-century colonial building, this superb boutique hotel is truly remarkable. A haven of peace for your stay in Cuzco, the Novotel Cuzco welcomes you just 5 minutes' walk from the Plaza de Armas.

Whatever the time of year, the nights are cool because of the altitude, and you'll love the wonderfully landscaped, heated patio, topped by an immense glass roof, for cocktails or dinner.

The staff take great care of you, and the rooms are all extremely comfortable: all the service and charm of the Accor chain, and impeccable value for money! *

Just a few streets away, about 10 minutes from the nerve centre, is the Hotel Hacienda, with its colonial and modern atmosphere. Most tourists love its rich, colourful decor, which some may find a little kitsch. The hotel has a restaurant, bar, large patios and a glass roof.

With its friendly staff, the Hotel Hacienda offers 60 comfortable, clean rooms (from €50 for a double or €74 for large rooms for 4, including breakfast). It is perhaps the hotel with the best budget compromise for families. Make sure you specify a room with a window, though, as some of them don't have any!

This is a charming, simple, elegant hotel in an excellent location in the historic district. A lovely inner courtyard with fountain, hosting live bands from Thursday to Sunday from 5pm, gives it a warm, youthful atmosphere.

Friendly, attentive staff, free shuttle service to and from the airport, 24-hour reception, restaurant... and a jacuzzi to relax in after long excursions (book at reception).

The rooms are particularly pretty, tastefully decorated in the colours of the region and comfortable, with flat-screen TV, safe, kettle and coffee machine.

Just 200 metres from the San Blas church, the younger, more attractive and picturesque San Blas district is a firm favourite with visitors, although it is a bit of a climb from the Plaza de Armas.

Housed in a 17th-century building, the recently renovated hotel has chosen a refined, uncluttered decor in white and blue, with a few touches of colour. It is truly elegant and conducive to relaxation: everything is perfect.

The Quinta San Blas hotel offers impeccable 24-hour service, around twenty comfortable, bright rooms and, above all, exceptional Italian-style showers.

The Hotel Antigua Casona, recently renovated in an old traditional casona, is also located in the San Blas district. It is tastefully decorated in a refined local style.

Yoga classes and a wellness centre with spa, sauna and massages by arrangement are just some of the facilities on offer.

But that's not all: the Piedra & Sal restaurant will win you over with its locally sourced produce, delicious fair-trade Peruvian coffee and a menu of traditional dishes cooked to modern tastes (alpaca burger, Ají de gallina, Lomo saltado...).

In the rooms you'll find all the comforts you could wish for: king-size bed, heating, flat-screen TV, unlimited hot water and private bathroom.

This apartment hotel on Avenida El Sol is located in the city centre between the Plaza de Armas and the Wanchaq train station (bus departures for Machu Picchu with Inkarail).

You'll particularly appreciate the apartment-hotel option if you're travelling with your family, or if you fancy cooking up some tasty dishes using local produce. The very economical room-apartments sleep 2, 3 and up to 5 people, and include a kitchenette and dining area.

Rooms with a view of the garden and balcony are undoubtedly the most peaceful and pleasant.

Functional, uncluttered decor to make you feel right at home!

This is a really great value hotel, and it's less than a minute from the Plaza de Armas. Despite its dream location, in one of the city centre's liveliest bars and restaurants, theNao Victoria hotel remains rather quiet, with a central patio where you can also enjoy a drink or a bite to eat.

You can opt for a standard double room at a price of €50 or a single bed in an 8-bed dormitory, but with a curtain for added privacy, a lamp and an electric socket, at the unheard-of price of €8 a night, including breakfast!

This youth hostel is just a five-minute walk from the Plaza de Armas, making it the perfect place to spend a few days without breaking the bank.

Theyoung atmosphere is conducive to exchanging ideas and sharing tips, and you'll feel right at home surrounded by friendly, attentive staff.

From €8 for a "capsule" room, here's a dormitory price with the privacy of a small room.

The Blacky hostel has a well-equipped, clean communal kitchen and shared bathrooms.