The best available Lodges to stay near Machu Picchu

May 5, 2023 Almeta Stockton

It's no wonder Machu Picchu is Peru's most-visited site. Dating to the mid-1400s, it's a marvel of mortar-free limestone architecture perched on a high plateau deep in the Amazonian jungle. Get there via train from Cusco or, if you're not faint-hearted, make the trip on foot via a multi-day hiking trail—you'll travel through deep Andean gullies and enjoy stunning views.
Restaurants in Machu Picchu

1. Hostal El Quetzal Machupicchu

Calle Qoriwaccanki 654, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu 0886 Peru
Excellent
40%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
20%
Poor
3%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 98 reviews

Hostal El Quetzal Machupicchu

Nice stay

Reviewed By whugirl

The hotel is right next to the station so you can hear the trains but there is a nice view from the room, which had a balcony. Staff were friendly and room comfortable. My only criticism, as with other hotels on our trip, is the lack of a lift. I dread to think what happens if a disabled or even elderly person shows up and is expected to climb to the fifth floor. But overall a good place to stay in a lovely little town.

2. Katari House

Calle Chaska Tikca 106, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu Peru
Excellent
50%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
5%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 40 reviews

Katari House

Good stay

Reviewed By Jnni

The customer service was very good. I was picked up form the train station and got some useful tips. The room was good. Only complaint for me is that there was hot water in the shower for only 1 minute. It was also a bit chilly in the room.

3. Hotel Encanto Machu Picchu

Urb. Las Orquídeas F-6, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu 08680 Peru
Excellent
44%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
13%
Terrible
19%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 16 reviews

Hotel Encanto Machu Picchu

Encanto is a charming hostel has managed to combine in one harmonious space, style and modernity, combining with the warm and modern hotel concept, which promises a journey full of comfort and pleasure, our goal is to make our guests enjoy for a pleasant stay.

Do not book if you have the choice

Reviewed By JohnNorge

- Noisy - Open electricity sockets - Mould on ceiling and bathroom walls - broken shower head - non-English speaking (partly unfriendly) staff + hot water + ok bed This was booked for us through an agency, but we would never recommend to stay here. Hostel the rest stayed at was cleaner and cheaper. Better places in Aguas Calientes for a better price than this one. Our room (matrimonial, 44/404).

4. Illary Inn

Calle Kory Wakanki B-11, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu Peru
Excellent
36%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
17%
Poor
3%
Terrible
19%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 36 reviews

Illary Inn

Illary Inn is located at the foot of the majestic and enigmatic city of Machu Picchu, in the charming village of Aguas Calientes, immersed in a unique and natural environment, just a 3 minute walk from the Train Station and the main attractions city city Illary Inn has 18 comfortable rooms in its 5 levels, equipped with all the services you will need to have a perfect rest.

Perfect for the little price of 96 soles (23 pounds!

Reviewed By ismadory

-Room clean with private bathroom. Shame was very small without space enough to open luggages -Receptionist friendly and welcoming, helped us with the luggages up to the 4th floor! -Free breakfast included in the deal with good selection -Free WiFi and chance to leave luggages in the main reception while visiting machu picchu -very close to the centre and the train station but not too noisy. Market one minute away!

5. Waynapata

Calle Lloque Yupanqui #111, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu Peru
Excellent
35%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
27%
Poor
4%
Terrible
12%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 52 reviews

Waynapata

Perfect spot before Machu Picchu

Reviewed By steveningraham

This place is awesome! Great location and view. Yuri, the owner gave us excellent advice and tips for our trip up to Machu Picchu and fantastic restaurant recommendations. He also connected us with an amazing guide for Machu Picchu named “Mario”. Yuri was extremely helpful and a great host.

6. Hostal La Payacha

Av. Imperio de los Incas #39, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu Peru
Excellent
22%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
25%
Poor
9%
Terrible
8%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 124 reviews

Hostal La Payacha

Small but amazing

Reviewed By Bonnie L

The hotel is conveniently located right as you get off the train. The rooms were clean, the staff helpful and several great restaurants are close by. The morning I headed to Machu Picchu they had a breakfast for me ready to go at 4:45 am. Not a lot of flash, but that’s not why you come to Aguas Calientes.

7. Terraza de Luna

Calle Wiracocha 204, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu Peru
Excellent
28%
Good
43%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
15%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 47 reviews

Terraza de Luna

One night is enough!!

Reviewed By EnglishinCanada

Basic 2 star hotel, in a good location, but sadly lacking! The whole hotel seemed to smell of urine. Our room window was interior and looked into the staircase. Mattress was fairly decent but pillows weren't the greatest. Front desk staff was nice. We didn't try the breakfast so can't comment. I'm sure there are better hotels in this cute little town than this!

8. Mandor

Sendero Hidroeléctrica - Puente Ruinas, Km. 114. 3, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu 08781 Peru
Excellent
64%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 14 reviews

Mandor

To everyone who is plannig a trip to Machupicchu, you are invited to stay at Mandor Lodge. The property is surrounded by native vegetation and gardens. The best place to enjoy the biodiversity, mystic and peace. Located just 2Km from Machupicchu entrance, the closest place with all you need for a perfect stay. Following our well-maintained trails you can explore rainforest, waterfalls, streams, botanic gardens. Discover the native flora and fauna. The Mandor Valley is a renowned destination for bird watching in Machupicchu and the Cusco Region, with more than 200 species of birds noted so far in our forest. Enjoy the nature in the most relaxing spot of Machupicchu and at the same time you will be contributing to the conservation of this wild habitat.

Worth the walk

Reviewed By Weston_Anderson

We were visiting Machu Picchu for two days but wanted to avoid Aguas Calientes. Gea Lodge was an inexpensive alternative, and was situated on some beautiful (and peaceful) grounds. The staff was nice and super accommodating (we were waking up at 4 AM to walk to Machu Picchu, so they made us lunches the night before). The only downside is the walk to/from Aguas Calientes. It's ~2.5 miles to/from the bus, and adding that onto a long day was a lot. Note also that Gea Lodge is cash-only. Would probably stay again, but I might pack a little lighter so that I didn't have to lug my bag there when I arrived.

9. Machu Picchu Ecolodge & Restaurant

Paso Llactapata Abra, Machu Picchu 08000 Peru
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 1 reviews

Machu Picchu Ecolodge & Restaurant

Excellent

Reviewed By adelinecD4878JO

Une belle surprise sur la route du trek du Salkantay ! Elio nous a très bien accueillis, il est très gentil et serviable. Les lodges sont charmants et propres, la literie est confortable. Le repas du soir était excellent, tout comme le petit déjeuner!

10. Tambo Inn

Calle Wakanki 300 Urb. Las Orquideas, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu Peru
Excellent
3%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
45%
Poor
16%
Terrible
13%
Overall Ratings

3 based on 31 reviews

Tambo Inn

Fine for One Night, Great Staff!

Reviewed By Haley W

We were really impressed by the price and location of this hostel, but you get what you pay for. The walls are incredibly thin and we could hear everything. Our room did not have an exterior window and we still heard street noise. Also the wifi was slow and spotty. HOWEVER, the redeeming quality of this place is the amazing staff! They were so kind as to let us check in early, store our bags late past check out, use their phone for local calls and their printer for our airline boarding passes. Don't come here looking for a five star hotel, but if you want to meet some great locals, this is the place to be!

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