Hotel Belmond Monasterio Cusco

Accommodations

The Monasterio features 126 individually decorated rooms and suites, each reflecting the hotel’s colonial Spanish decor and rich history:

• Junior Suites and Deluxe Junior Suites: 14 uniquely designed suites, some set over two levels, featuring king-size or twin beds, marble bathrooms, and modern amenities like iPhone docks.
• One Bedroom Suites: The hotel’s crown jewels, perfect for couples seeking a romantic escape, with separate living areas, king-size beds, and butler service.

Supplemental oxygen can be pumped directly to many of the guest rooms to avert or alleviate altitude sickness. The two hotel restaurants serve international and Peruvian food and have frequent live music and traditional dances; an Andean harpist plays regularly in the Lobby Bar.

A Rich Historical Legacy

Built in 1592 on the foundations of Amaru Qhala’s Inca palace, the Monasterio was originally constructed as a Jesuit seminary. It later served as the Royal Pontifical University in the 18th century. Today, this protected national monument seamlessly combines its storied past with contemporary comforts, offering guests a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in Cusco’s cultural heritage.

Dining Experiences

The Monasterio is home to some of Cusco’s finest dining establishments:

Unique Features and Experiences

• Art Collection: The hotel houses 67 oil paintings by the renowned Cusco School, dating back to the 17th century.
• Chapel of San Antonio de Abad: A stunning Baroque chapel adorned with intricate artwork, perfect for weddings and special events.
• Courtyard Garden: Features a 300-year-old cedar tree, symbolizing the hotel’s living history.
• Exclusive Experiences: Guests can enjoy art tours, cooking classes, pisco lessons, and wellness treatments.

Location and Nearby Attractions

Situated in the heart of Cusco, the Belmond Monasterio provides easy access to the city’s main attractions:

• A short walk to Plaza de Armas and Cusco Cathedral
• Close proximity to the artists’ quarter of San Blas
• Easy access to historical sites like Coricancha and Sacsayhuaman

Sustainability and Community Engagement

The Belmond Monasterio is committed to sustainable tourism and community engagement:

• Supports local artisans, with weavers from Chinchero showcasing their work in the hotel courtyard
• Hosts exhibitions of Cusquenian farmers’ potato varieties
• Offers community experiences like visits to the Ccoñamuro community in Urcos

Book a luxury room at the Hotel Monasterio in Cusco

With four garden courtyards, modern and colonial furnishings, and stone colonnades, the Hotel Monasterio has transformed a 17th Century seminary into a luxury retreat in the heart of Cusco. Guests can enjoy the hotel’s famous “Cusco school” art collection, live Andean music and traditional dancing at two gourmet restaurants, or relax from a day’s high altitude exploring in oxygen enriched guest rooms.