Palacio del Inka, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Cusco
9.2/10 GUEST SCORE
The Luxury Collection's Cusco property — 203 rooms in a 16th-century mansion steps from Plaza de Armas.
BrandThe Luxury Collection
DestinationCusco
RegionSouth America
Price TierTier 2 ($2k-$5k)
SettingHistoric landmark housed within a 500-year-old mansion
Best ForMachu Picchu gateway travelers seeking historic setting over resort format, families using Cusco as Sacred Valley base, repeat Peru visitors collecting colonial-era properties.
PrivacySocial & Vibrant
ServicePersonalized concierge service
ButlerStandard service with room service and full-service spa
Private PoolNo
Built16
Renovated2013
Palacio del Inka occupies a 500-year-old mansion in central Cusco, last renovated in 2013. The 180 rooms and 23 suites blend the building's colonial-era architecture with contemporary infrastructure — high-speed Wi-Fi, full-service spa, climate control at 3,400 meters altitude. The property sits wit
Key Features
Historic property with Incan heritage
Luxurious spa and wellness center
Gourmet dining featuring local and international cuisine
Located near major historical sites like Sacsayhuamán and Plaza de Armas
Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi
Personalized concierge service
Dining
Inti Raymi Restaurant
Signature Experience
Walking out of a 16th-century courtyard directly into Cusco's colonial center — the property's location compresses the distance between hotel and city in a way that newer builds can't replicate.
Central Cusco location in a colonial-era mansion, with altitude-adjusted infrastructure and proximity to Plaza de Armas and Sacsayhuamán — the combination of historic setting and modern service standard is rare at this price tier in the city.
Signature Suite: Palacio Suite
Blends modern conveniences with traditional Inka design
Accolades
5-star rated hotel, praised for exceptional service and excellent food
Best time: May through September is Cusco's dry season — clear skies for Machu Picchu visits, ideal trekking conditions, and the extraordinary Inti Raymi sun festival in June.
Demand: Peak demand concentrates in the June through August dry season when international Machu Picchu visits surge. Inti Raymi in June creates a specific cultural peak. Shoulder months May and September offer superior value.
Pricing: June through August peak season rates at Palacio Nazarenas and Inkaterra are at maximum. May and September offer 20-30% savings with identical dry conditions and dramatically fewer tourists on the Inca Trail.
Insider tip: Machu Picchu entry is strictly limited and tickets sell out months in advance. Ultra-luxury properties in Cusco maintain concierge relationships that can secure access — this is a non-negotiable booking priority.
Avoid: January and February bring the Amazon basin rains to Cusco, creating clouds and reduced visibility at Machu Picchu. The Inca Trail closes entirely in February for maintenance.
