Your stay — Hotel Amankay
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The Property — Hotel Amankay
Hotel Amankay is a solid three-star with a small garden and simple, clean rooms on the edge of Abancay’s centre. It feels like an honest base for travellers moving between Cusco and the jungle — functional rather than charming, with a tiled lobby where guests sort gear by the reception desk. It suits budget-conscious overlanders or hikers resting before the next leg, not those seeking luxury or local character.
Chronicles of Abancay
Abancay was founded in 1574 as a Spanish reduction town on existing Chanka and Quechua settlements. Its colonial grid survives in the narrow streets near the Plaza de Armas, though most buildings were rebuilt after the 1950 earthquake. Today it’s the capital of Apurímac region, known as the ‘city of the eternal spring’ for its mild climate, and serves as a gateway to the Choquequirao ruins and the Ampay National Sanctuary’s cloud forests. Its identity is stubbornly provincial and practical, with a growing agri-economy around avocado and mango exports.
Best Time to Visit
Full Abancay guide →Best months
May through August: clear skies and pleasantly warm days (22–25°C), with low rainfall making hiking safe. June is driest but also busiest with local festivals.
Peak / festival surge
June is the busiest month due to the Inti Raymi celebrations in nearby Cusco and Abancay’s own Señor de la Exaltación feast in September. Hotel prices can rise 20–30% above average. The Fiesta de la Virgen del Rosario in October also fills rooms.
Budget shoulder season
April and November offer cheaper rates (often 15% less than peak), fewer hikers on the Choquequirao trail, and still good weather — though April sees some rain and November occasional afternoon storms.
Weather & packing
Abancay’s climate quirk: warm days suddenly cool after sunset, dropping to 10–12°C at night. Pack layers — a fleece or light jacket for evenings and a waterproof shell for the possible afternoon shower in June.
Live City Briefing — Abancay
- The new Abancay–Cusco highway segment opened in late 2025, cutting driving time to roughly four hours — a major improvement for visitors arriving from Cusco, but roadworks continue intermittently near the Limatambo turn-off.
- The municipal market on Avenida Díaz Bárcena is closed for renovation until August 2026; a temporary market operates two blocks east on Calle Grau with the same stalls but narrower aisles.
- Ampay National Sanctuary has introduced a new online booking system for the Pumaqocha Lake trail; advance registration is now mandatory from July 2026, but walk-ins may still be allowed in late June.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel Amankay, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the third floor facing the rear courtyard (away from Av. Ramon Castilla). These rooms get less street noise and more natural light, and the climb is worth it for the quiet.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the first floor facing the street: you'll hear traffic from Av. Ramon Castilla and foot traffic at the entrance. Also skip rooms above the lobby — noise travels up the stairwell.
Best views
Rooms at the back (courtyard side) have limited but peaceful views of the city or hills; street-facing rooms look directly onto busy Av. Ramon Castilla.
Quietest floors
Third floor (top floor) is quietest as it's furthest from street and lobby.
🔊 Noise notes
Main noise is from Av. Ramon Castilla traffic (buses, mototaxis, horns) especially 6-9am and 5-8pm. Stairwell noise travels up through the three floors. No lift means footfall on stairs is constant.
Insider tips
Use the public car park at Plaza de Armas (PEN 15/night) but book a space by 6pm as it fills up. For a steady Wi-Fi, sit in the lobby near the router — rooms on floor 3 often get weak signal (2 Mbps is shared).
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Hotel Amankay
Free basic Wi-Fi (2 Mbps) throughout; no login, just accept guest network; no paid upgrade available
No lift; three floors served only by stairs, no historic section
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand; lobby TV only
Check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop free; late check-out until 12:00 PEN 30, after 12:00 charged half-night
Free storage at reception during your stay; no charge
No step-free access; entrance has two steps, no ramp; no wheelchair-accessible rooms
No on-site parking; nearest public car park at Plaza de Armas (5 min walk), PEN 15 per night; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (no city tax applies in Abancay)
Deposit & card hold: 50% advance deposit required via bank transfer or card; PEN 100 incidental hold on card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Iglesia de Tamburco (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Parque Juan Pablo II — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use bank ATMs in the centre for best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at bus terminals and the airport, which give poor rates.
Supermarkets and mid-range restaurants accept Visa/Mastercard; cash is essential for street food, combis (minibuses) and small shops.
Restaurants: 10% if service charge not included; taxis: round up to nearest sol; hotel staff: 2–5 soles for porters/cleaners.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee from a local café or bodega stall: 1.50–2.50 soles.
Set menu (menú) at a simple eatery: soup, main and drink for 8–12 soles.
Local main dish at a no-frills restaurant: 10–15 soles.
Avenida de los Héroes and the market area near Plaza de Armas have anticuchos, tamales and empanadas stalls.
Plaza Vea (limited selection in Abancay) and small bodegas; no major budget chain here.
Mercado Central on Jr. Puno sells cheap clothing; also stalls around Plaza de Armas.
Combis (shared minibuses) cost around 1 sol per short ride; from the airport (if flying in), take a colectivo to town for 5–10 soles. No airport in Abancay — nearest is Andahuaylas.
Eat at menú places for lunch, not dinner; fill a water bottle at your hotel (tap water not safe — buy big bottles from bodegas); use combis rather than taxis for local hops.
Good to know — Abancay
Type A/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ PEN 3.4 · PEN
Emergency Contacts
AbancayWhere to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Abancay, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hotel Amankay
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Andahuaylas bus stop (Av. Andahuaylas y Av. Abancay) → Abancay bus terminal
💡 These leave when full — early morning (6-7am) is fastest. The ride is winding and unpaved in parts; sit near the front if you get carsick.
Andahuaylas Airport (ANS) → Hotel Amankay, Abancay
💡 Most taxis from the airport are colectivos shared with other passengers — for a private car ask the hotel directly. They'll arrange a driver who waits at arrivals.
Hotel Amankay → Plaza de Armas, Abancay
💡 Mototaxis are the cheapest way for short hops. Agree the fare before boarding — 3 soles is standard for anywhere within central Abancay. After dark stick to proper taxis.
Abancay Bus Terminal (Terminal Terrestre) → Hotel Amankay
💡 Walk out to the main road rather than taking a mototaxi from inside the terminal — a regular taxi costs the same but is safer. Fix the fare before getting in.
About Abancay
Wikipedia ↗
Abancay (from Quechua language: Hamanqay, Amanqay, or Amankay, meaning lily), founded in 1572 as Santiago de los Reyes de Abancay, is a city in southern-central Peru. It is the capital of both the Apurímac Region and the Abancay Province, and serves an important cultural, economic, and political rol...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hotel Amankay?
Request a room on the third floor facing the rear courtyard (away from Av. Ramon Castilla). These rooms get less street noise and more natural light, and the climb is worth it for the quiet.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Amankay?
Avoid rooms on the first floor facing the street: you'll hear traffic from Av. Ramon Castilla and foot traffic at the entrance. Also skip rooms above the lobby — noise travels up the stairwell.
Is Hotel Amankay noisy?
Main noise is from Av. Ramon Castilla traffic (buses, mototaxis, horns) especially 6-9am and 5-8pm. Stairwell noise travels up through the three floors. No lift means footfall on stairs is constant.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Amankay?
Rooms at the back (courtyard side) have limited but peaceful views of the city or hills; street-facing rooms look directly onto busy Av. Ramon Castilla.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Amankay?
Use the public car park at Plaza de Armas (PEN 15/night) but book a space by 6pm as it fills up. For a steady Wi-Fi, sit in the lobby near the router — rooms on floor 3 often get weak signal (2 Mbps is shared).
What time is check-in at Hotel Amankay?
Check-in at Hotel Amankay is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel Amankay have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (2 Mbps) throughout; no login, just accept guest network; no paid upgrade available
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Amankay?
None (no city tax applies in Abancay)
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Amankay?
Set menu (menú) at a simple eatery: soup, main and drink for 8–12 soles.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Amankay?
Combis (shared minibuses) cost around 1 sol per short ride; from the airport (if flying in), take a colectivo to town for 5–10 soles. No airport in Abancay — nearest is Andahuaylas.
When is the best time to visit Abancay?
May through August: clear skies and pleasantly warm days (22–25°C), with low rainfall making hiking safe. June is driest but also busiest with local festivals.
Top Attractions in Abancay
💡 Donations are appreciated but not required. The curator often gives an impromptu tour in Spanish – ask nicely if you speak it. Allow 45 minutes.
💡 Come in the late afternoon for the best light on the cathedral facade and to see families out for a stroll.
💡 Go early in the morning before the clouds roll in around 10 am. Bring water and sunblock.
💡 Walk halfway across and look upstream for a clear view of the river gorge. Have coins ready for the small fruit stalls on the far side.
💡 Hire a local guide from the park office for 10 soles – they spot wildlife and prevent you getting lost. The trailhead is a 40-minute uphill walk from town. Bring a jacket; it gets chilly.