Aranwa Cusco Boutique Hotel – Hotel Review | Condé Nast Traveler
"Tradition wins out in this 16th-century colonial-style mansion just two blocks from the Plaza de Armas, Cusco’s main square. Full of colonial sculpture and artwork, along with period antiques, gilded headboards, and crystal chandeliers, the hotel feels like a historical movie set—only updated with modern amenities like heated floors in the bathrooms and an oxygen system to prevent altitude sickness. From the coca tea you sip on arrival to the traditional Andean food at Mishti Mestizo Restaurant—corn soup, shrimp in organic quinoa, alpaca loin with Peruvian tubers—and the pisco sour nightcapper at Khasikay Bar, you’ll feel thoroughly seduced by the flavors of this unique Incan city."
This is my second visit to Aranwa Sacred Valley. I went with my family 3 adults, two children of 6 and 10. The Colonial Suite and Family Lago Suite were comfortable and beautifully decorated from we enjoyed what we were searching for: peace and rest. |The Spa Unno is one of the best, I took the Detox bath with local medicinal plants and it was totally relaxing, after that I slept for hours. I want to thank Marlene and Yudelina who made my experience enjoyable and secure due her care. Thanks a lot ! |Also, thanks to all the staff at Breakfast Room and Staff Reception, days before my arrival Mr. Julio Martinez guided and answered my questions and arranged my transport from Cusco Airport to Aranwa Sacred Valley, he made us feel at home Thank you Julio and Al Aranwa Sacred Valley Staff. I will be back for sure.
Thomas Cooke
Google
You can’t beat the location. You can’t beat the service. You can’t beat the amenities. Heated floors in the bathroom, delicious food in the restaurant (try the lamb shank), and an overall terrific atmosphere. The people who work here are clearly dedicated to making every guest’s stay as comfortable and enjoyable as possible, and they succeed. So glad I was able to spend my time in Cusco here. Thank you to all the hardworking people who made my stay so lovely.
Garrett
Google
I suspect Aranwa pays for fake reviews. Please read negative comments before booking. I also stayed 3 nights at Aranwa Urquillos: this is not that. That was a true 5-star experience. Aranwa Cusco is La Quinta with better artwork.
1) AC didn’t work. Left for dinner and room was still at 25c. Maintenance man comes, tells me it’s all good, give it 15 minutes. Gives me a fan. Go to bed. Wake up. Room is 24c. No exterior windows or any other way to cool the room down. Miserable. I’d rather be at a dirty hostel with a window.
2) Shower is missing a glass panel. There’s 2 tracks for 2 panels, but only 1 panel installed. It’s not a major inconvenience as water in the floor is really the hotel’s problem not mine (although it does explain the musty smell), but it brings up the obvious question: why? Wouldn’t you expect a nice hotel to go out and fix an issue like this pretty quickly? Puzzling.
E1366ESthomasc
Google
Some of the friendliest, most helpful staff I’ve ever met. The location, ambience, and amenities can’t be beat. It’s a beautiful hotel, very clean, comfortable, and with a great restaurant. Try the lamb shank! I hope to be back in Cusco one of these days, and this hotel will be at the top of my list. Highly recommend!
226sanjis
Google
Amazing experience!! Edy, Antonio, Jimy, and Juan were very great service that were very kind people and made sure our breakfast was perfect. Would highly recommend this hotel stay because of how friendly everyone was and a beautiful, clean, hotel stay.
Jelena Vracevic
Google
Hotel has a great location just a two minute walk from the Plaza de Armas. Our room was specious, clean and quiet, with a view of the street. I wasn’t particularly a fan of the hotel interior design but my priority was a quiet room. What I found very disappointing was the breakfast as the bread and pastries didn’t seem fresh. On the positive side the hotel staff were very helpful and friendly.
Caitlyn MacQueen
Google
We had an amazing stay while here for two nights. Gonzalo especially made it memorable when I asked if they could do anything special for our friend’s birthday, he went above and beyond to make it special! All of the staff were extremely kind and helpful. We hope to come back one day!
prajaktaag2025
Google
Best service, Kind staff, proximity to Plaza and best restaurants. I definitely recommend this hotel. They allow you to keep your luggage if you go on two day trip like Machu Pichhu etc.