Your stay — Andrea's Inn
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The Property — Andrea's Inn
Andrea’s Inn is a tidy three-star in Cusco’s San Blas neighbourhood, a warren of steep cobbled streets and artisan workshops. The lobby feels homely: low-ceilinged, wood-panelled, with a small fireplace and a receptionist who remembers your name. It’s aimed at budget-conscious travellers who want a quiet base near the historic centre but away from the Plaza de Armas noise. The USP is the included airport transfer and coca tea on arrival — a practical, thoughtful touch for altitude adjustment.
Chronicles of Cusco
Cusco was the capital of the Inca Empire, founded by Manco Cápac around the 12th century, and later rebuilt by Spanish conquistadors in the 16th century, who layered Baroque churches and plazas over Inca stone foundations. Its architecture is a stark collision: precise polygonal Inca walls downtown, topped by colonial balconies and red-tiled roofs. Today, the city is a Unesco World Heritage site and the launchpad for Machu Picchu, but its identity remains staunchly Quechua — markets hum with the language, and the Inti Raymi festival in June draws thousands. Visitors come for the ruins and the altitude; they stay for the street food and textile markets that feel centuries old.
Best Time to Visit
Full Cusco guide →Best months
May and August: dry, sunny days (12-15°C highs) with clear skies for Sacsayhuamán and the Sacred Valley, plus fewer crowds than peak June/July.
Peak / festival surge
June (Inti Raymi, 24 June) and July: Inti Raymi is Cusco’s biggest festival — a full-day reenactment at Sacsayhuamán. Hotel prices jump 30-50% for the last week of June; the city is packed with Peruvian tourists and international visitors. July remains busy with school holidays.
Budget shoulder season
September and April: lower room rates (20-30% less than peak), still dry enough for trekking, and far fewer tourists on the Inca Trail. Expect cool nights but decent daytime sun.
Weather & packing
Cusco’s quirk: it’s dry season in July, but altitude (3,400m) means UV is fierce and temperatures swing from 0°C at night to 18°C midday. Pack a fleece and sun hat — layering is non-negotiable.
Live City Briefing — Cusco
- Cusco’s airport (Alejandro Velasco Astete) is undergoing a terminal expansion due to finish late 2026 — expect some noise and longer queues at check-in, but no flight disruptions.
- The Saqsaywamán archaeological park is now on a timed-entry system for July 2026, so book your ticket at least three days ahead via the Culture Ministry website.
- A new pedestrianised zone on Calle Santa Catalina (just off Plaza de Armas) opened in May 2026, making the walk to San Blas quieter and safer.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Andrea's Inn, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor at the back of the building (away from Avenida Huascar). These are high enough to avoid street-level noise but low enough to be easily reached via stairs—since the lift may be slow or out of service, a common issue in older 3-star hotels in Cusco.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor facing the street (Avenida Huascar). Being on the main avenue, you’ll get traffic noise from early morning buses and taxis. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft—if there is one—as clanking sounds carry.
Best views
Rooms facing the back or side will look over neighbouring buildings or small courtyards—nothing scenic. No room likely offers a view of the historic centre or mountains from this address.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 (if the hotel has multiple floors) are the quietest. Ground floor rooms are noisiest.
🔊 Noise notes
Avenida Huascar is a main thoroughfare in Cusco, so expect honking, engine rumble, and pedestrian chatter from morning (around 6am) until 10pm or later. The hotel may also have a small breakfast room or reception area on the ground floor, adding footfall noise.
Insider tips
Bring earplugs: even a back-facing room may pick up muffled street noise. Check in early (before 2pm) to secure a back-facing room—front desk staff often oblige if you ask directly for ‘una habitación tranquila’ (a quiet room).
- 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 — Andrea's Inn
Free Wi-Fi for up to four devices; typical speed 15 Mbps download. A login splash page with room number is required.
Lift serves all three floors. No stairs-only sections.
Daily physical copies of El Comercio and local tourism maps at reception; no digital newsstand.
Check-in from 13:00. Early bag drop available from 09:00. Late checkout until 14:00 costs S/ 50 (subject to availability).
Free for same-day storage; overnight storage costs S/ 20 per bag.
Step-free access via ramped entrance at side door (ask reception). Wheelchair access limited to ground floor rooms; no adapted bathroom in standard rooms. No lift to roof terrace.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park at Calle San Agustín, S/ 50 per night. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: One night's advance deposit required. A S/ 100 incidental hold on credit card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: San Blas (203 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Capilla San Antonio Abad (463 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Capilla (499 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia de El Triunfo (520 m · ~7 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Inti Killa — 989 m · ~12 min walk
Plazoleta Santa Catalina — 504 m · ~6 min walk
Museo de la Coca — 148 m · ~2 min walk
Paraninfo Universitario — 710 m · ~9 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Cajero BCP — 213 m · ~3 min walk
Farmacia Plaza — 574 m · ~7 min walk
Green Stop Vegan Store — 42 m · ~1 min walk
Collectivos a Pisac Colca — 991 m · ~12 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Change at banks or authorised exchange kiosks (casas de cambio) on Avenida Huascar; avoid the airport and tourist bureaux where rates are worse.
Visa and Mastercard widely accepted in larger shops and restaurants; contactless is common, but cash is king for markets and small eateries.
Restaurants: 10% if service is good, but not expected. Taxis: rounding up is fine. Hotel staff: 5–10 soles per bag or per day for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Basic espresso from a bakery or coffee stand: 5–7 soles.
Menú del día at a local canteen (soup, main, drink): 8–12 soles.
Main course at a simple grill or chifa: 10–15 soles.
Look for anticuchos stalls (skewers) and salchipapas carts near markets and plazas in the early evening.
Plaza Vea and Metro are the common budget supermarket chains around Avenida Huascar.
Mercado Central de San Pedro (walkable) or Real Plaza shopping centre for affordable high-street clothing.
Use combis (minibuses) for 1–2 soles per ride. From the airport, take a colectivo (shared taxi) into the city for about 10 soles, or a regular taxi for 20–25 soles.
Eat lunch (menú) for best value; avoid eating on Plaza de Armas. Buy bottled water and snacks from supermarkets, not tourist shops. Haggle in markets but only for non-essential items.
Good to know — Cusco
Type A/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ PEN 3.4 · PEN
Emergency Contacts
CuscoWhere to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Cusco, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Andrea's Inn
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Cajero BCP — 213 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia Plaza — 574 m · ~7 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Airport exit (main road) → Plaza de Armas (2 blocks from Hostal La Union)
💡 Boards outside the terminal on Av. La Cultura. Flag one down. They're cramped with luggage, fine with a small backpack. Drop at 'Plaza' – then walk up Calle Suecia.
Av. Grau (colectivo stop) → Ollantaytambo (for train to Machu Picchu)
💡 Faster than bus. Hail one heading west on Av. Grau (cars with 'Ollantaytambo' on windshield). They leave when full (4-5 passengers). Much cheaper than PeruRail's shuttle.
Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) → Hostal La Union (Cusco city centre)
💡 Don't take touts at arrivals. Walk past the taxi sellers to the official 'Taxi Seguro' booth just outside – same price, no haggling.
Av. Grau (2 blocks from Hostal La Union) → Urubamba (Sacred Valley)
💡 Cheapest way to the Sacred Valley. Look for 'El Chaski' or 'Túpac Amaru' signs. Sit on the left for views of Patacancha Valley. Cash only – exact change.
About Cusco
Wikipedia ↗
Cusco or Cuzco (; Latin American Spanish: [ˈkusko]; Quechua: Qosqo or Qusqu, both pronounced in Cuzco Quechua as [ˈqosqɔ]) is a city in southeastern Peru, near the Sacred Valley of the Andes mountain range, and the Huatanay and Urubamba rivers. It is the capital and largest city of the eponymous Cus...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Andrea's Inn?
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor at the back of the building (away from Avenida Huascar). These are high enough to avoid street-level noise but low enough to be easily reached via stairs—since the lift may be slow or out of service, a common issue in older 3-star hotels in Cusco.
Which rooms should I avoid at Andrea's Inn?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor facing the street (Avenida Huascar). Being on the main avenue, you’ll get traffic noise from early morning buses and taxis. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft—if there is one—as clanking sounds carry.
Is Andrea's Inn noisy?
Avenida Huascar is a main thoroughfare in Cusco, so expect honking, engine rumble, and pedestrian chatter from morning (around 6am) until 10pm or later. The hotel may also have a small breakfast room or reception area on the ground floor, adding footfall noise.
Which rooms have the best views at Andrea's Inn?
Rooms facing the back or side will look over neighbouring buildings or small courtyards—nothing scenic. No room likely offers a view of the historic centre or mountains from this address.
What are insider tips for staying at Andrea's Inn?
Bring earplugs: even a back-facing room may pick up muffled street noise. Check in early (before 2pm) to secure a back-facing room—front desk staff often oblige if you ask directly for ‘una habitación tranquila’ (a quiet room).
What time is check-in at Andrea's Inn?
Check-in at Andrea's Inn is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Andrea's Inn have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for up to four devices; typical speed 15 Mbps download. A login splash page with room number is required.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Andrea's Inn?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Andrea's Inn?
Menú del día at a local canteen (soup, main, drink): 8–12 soles.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Andrea's Inn?
Use combis (minibuses) for 1–2 soles per ride. From the airport, take a colectivo (shared taxi) into the city for about 10 soles, or a regular taxi for 20–25 soles.
When is the best time to visit Cusco?
May and August: dry, sunny days (12-15°C highs) with clear skies for Sacsayhuamán and the Sacred Valley, plus fewer crowds than peak June/July.
Top Attractions in Cusco
💡 Try the jugo de papaya con avena (papaya oat smoothie) from Stall 112, about 3 soles. Go in the morning for the best selection.
💡 Go at sunset for the best light, and bring water. The walk up from Plaza de Armas takes about 20 minutes. No entrance fee, but tip the guard if you use the small lookout tower.
💡 Free guided tours of the cathedral happen after Sunday mass (11am) if you hang around. Alternatively, just enjoy the free Wi-Fi from the plaza.
💡 Free entry on Sundays from 2pm to 5pm. Check their website as hours vary in low season.
💡 Visit just before closing at 5pm to avoid crowds and catch golden light. The Cusco Tourist Ticket covers this plus several other ruins and museums.