Belmond Rio Sagrado

Belmond Rio Sagrado

9.4/10 GUEST SCORE

Belmond's Sacred Valley property — 23 rooms and villas on the Urubamba River between Cusco and Machu Picchu.

BrandBelmond
DestinationUrubamba
RegionSouth America
Price TierTier 2 ($2k-$5k)
SettingTranquil Andean hideaway in lush gardens beside the Urubamba River
Best ForCouples routing through the Sacred Valley to Machu Picchu, repeat Belmond travelers collecting Latin American properties, travelers seeking riverside tranquility between Cusco and the ruins.
PrivacyHigh
ServicePersonalized service with a touch of Peruvian warmth
ButlerBasic service with daily managers receptions
Private PoolNo
Built2009
Renovated2018

Belmond Rio Sagrado opened in 2009 on the banks of the Urubamba River in the Sacred Valley, positioned between Cusco and Machu Picchu as the brand's Andean base. The property underwent renovation in 2018. Twenty-three rooms and villas spread across riverside gardens, with the two-story villas offeri

Key Features

Dining

Signature Experience

The two-story villas with Urubamba River views — mornings on the private terrace as the valley catches first light before the Machu Picchu departure.

Riverside location in the Sacred Valley with direct Machu Picchu excursion access, at smaller scale than the valley's larger resort properties. The 2018 renovation keeps the property current within Belmond's Latin American portfolio.

Signature Suite: Two-story villas

Luxurious, overlooks Urubamba River, large windows/French doors

Accolades

Impeccable service, tranquil retreat

Vibe: Riverside, Sacred-Valley, Machu-Picchu-Access, Andean-Gardens

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When to Visit Urubamba

Best time: The best time is from June to August, with ideal weather and vibrant local festivals.

Demand: Seasonal demand peaks during the dry season from April to October. Shoulder months March and September also see a rise in luxury bookings.

Pricing: Ultra-luxury property prices soar during peak season June to August. Rates are more favorable during shoulder months.

Insider tip: Consider booking exclusive experiences such as private guided tours to ancient sites for a truly personalized adventure.

Avoid: Avoid visiting during the rainy season from December to February due to unpredictable weather.

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