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Inkaterra La Casona is a 16th-century colonial manor in Cuzco's San Blas neighborhood, restored as the first Relais & Châteaux boutique hotel in Peru. The property preserves its historical architecture with 11 suites arranged around a Spanish courtyard, and offers curated access to Incan sites and the surrounding Andean region.
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The hotel occupies Plaza Las Nazarenas in San Blas, steps from Cuzco's main square. The site has deep historical roots: its grounds were originally part of the Warakos Academy, the training center of the Incan elite army. From the 16th century onward, it served as a manor house, hosting guests including Spanish Conquistador Diego de Almagro and Simón Bolívar. After a two-year restoration completed in May 2008, it reopened as a boutique hotel preserving colonial furniture and original murals.
The location is central to Cuzco's cultural sites. The hotel offers organized tours of the Cathedral (with 11 chapels and over 300 paintings and sculptures), the Koricancha (the main Incan temple), and the cobblestone streets of San Blas, where religious and cultural syncretism between the Inca Empire and the Spanish Crown has been visible across five centuries. The hotel's interior design itself reflects the encounter of cultures and traditions across this same period.
The property has 11 suites, each with a fireplace and king bed. Suite types include the Patio Suite (33–39 sqm), Balcon Suite (36–45 sqm), and Plaza Suite (48–49 sqm). All suites are arranged around the central Spanish courtyard and retain original architectural details and antique furnishings.
Facilities include a spa, room service, and internet throughout the property. The hotel arranges individual cooking classes and structured excursions to nearby cultural and natural sites. Visitors can hike in the surrounding Andean valleys or take guided visits to the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu. A private Machu Picchu excursion provides geological and historical context for the Citadel (one of the New 7 Wonders of the World). The train journey from Cuzco (Poroy) to Machu Picchu takes approximately 4 hours; alternatively, a 2-hour car trip to Ollantaytambo followed by a 1.5-hour train journey is available.
The hotel is positioned for travelers focused on Incan history, colonial architecture, and cultural immersion. Its central location and organized tours make it a base for exploring Cuzco's religious and archaeological heritage. The cooking classes and curated excursions appeal to visitors seeking structured engagement with the region's traditions.
Editorial verification: Inkaterra La Casona is affiliated with Relais & Châteaux; this was confirmed on the brand's own website or hotel list, and the hotel was matched to its official website by our editorial board.
It is a 16th-century colonial manor, originally one of the first Spanish buildings in Cusco. The site was previously the Warakos Academy, the training ground of the Incan elite army. Guests have included Spanish Conquistador Diego de Almagro and Simón Bolívar. After a two-year restoration, it opened as the first Relais & Châteaux boutique hotel in Peru in May 2008.
It is in the San Blas neighborhood of Cusco, at Plaza Las Nazarenas, steps from the main square.
There are 11 suites: Patio Suite (33–39 sqm), Balcon Suite (36–45 sqm), and Plaza Suite (48–49 sqm). All feature a fireplace, king bed, and original architectural details.
The hotel arranges tours of Cusco's Cathedral (with 11 chapels and over 300 paintings and sculptures), the Koricancha (the main Incan temple), and the San Blas neighborhood. Excursions to the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu are also available.
The train from Cusco (Poroy) to Machu Picchu takes about 4 hours. Alternatively, a 2-hour car trip to Ollantaytambo followed by a 1.5-hour train to Machu Picchu Village is available.
The hotel includes a spa, room service, and internet throughout. Individual cooking classes and guided hikes in the Andean valleys are arranged on-site.
Inkaterra La Casona is affiliated with Relais & Châteaux; this was confirmed on the brand's own website or hotel list, and the hotel was matched to its official website by our editorial board.
Inkaterra La Casona is in Cuzco, Peru. Address: San Blas, Cuzco, Cusco, Peru.
| Location | Cuzco, Peru |
|---|---|
| Address | San Blas, Cuzco, Cusco, Peru |
| Brand / alliance | Relais & Châteaux |
| Official website | relaischateaux.com |
| Area guide | Distrito de Cusco luxury hotels |
| Verified | by the editorial board |
Sources: relaischateaux.com/gb/hotel/inkaterra-la-casona/
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