BELMOND HOTEL MONASTERIO

CUSCO, PERU

Overview

Wander the ancient walls of Cusco’s striking landmark; this beautiful monastery turned hotel offers an opulent environment from which to explore deep into the charming city. After the sun dips beneath the horizon, witness the grand courtyards burst to life with enchanting candle-light dancing across the cloisters. 

Key Features

  • 122 rooms and suites
  • Two restaurants
  • Delicatessen selling takeaway bread and pastries
  • The Lobby Bar
  • Spa with aromatherapy treatments and Thai massage room
  • Activities including art tours, cooking classes, and pisco lessons

Swap the bustle of Cusco for a calm oasis as you step into the unique Hotel Monasterio. Located beside a lively square, this historical former monastery offers a welcome hideaway to indulge in after days exploring the city. Marvel at one of Cusco’s finest collections of 18th-century art where original colonial paintings are abundant. Allow a religious artwork expert to educate you further on this fascinating collection. Wondrous stone masonry, colonial features and grand walkways are plentiful, forming a glorious museum-like environment.

Design

Each room and suite boasts luxurious marble bathrooms, intriguing architectural qualities and gorgeous wooden furnishings. Whilst most face the central courtyard, opt for a deluxe suite for tremendous views over Cusco. Entwined with romantic walkways and colourful flowerbeds, the courtyard hosts a pleasing location to relax in both day and night.

Cuisine

Delight in the choice of two superb restaurants found within the hotel walls. Indulge in exciting twists of Mediterranean and Peruvian flavours at Illariy, a refined dining option under the cloisters with leafy courtyard views. For an international menu, the intimate El Tupay curates fabulous dishes using locally sourced ingredients. Occasionally, live music and opera resonate throughout the ambient arches, further enhancing a memorable dining experience.

Why we love it

Roll up your sleeves for an interactive introduction to Peruvian cooking and cocktail making. Following an excellent tour of the San Pedro market, return with wonderful fresh produce and commence a hands-on class with the hotel’s talented chefs. Learn the intriguing history and distillation techniques of Pisco, Peru’s signature drink, before a barman transforms your favourite variety into a refreshing cocktail.

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