Your stay — Apart del Camen
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The Property — Apart del Camen
Apart del Camen is a no-fuss three-star in Cusco’s historic San Blas district. The lobby feels like a calm, wood-panelled retreat after the steep cobbled streets outside; staff are efficient and speak good English. It suits independent travellers who want a reliable base within walking distance of the Plaza de Armas, not frills or a party scene. Rooms are compact but clean, with electric heaters essential for the Andean chill.
Chronicles of Cusco
Cusco was the historic capital of the Inca Empire, founded by Manco Cápac around the 12th century, then radically reshaped by Spanish conquistadors after 1534. They built Baroque churches and mansions directly on Inca stone foundations, a layering visible all over town. Today the city is a UNESCO World Heritage site, its Plaza de Armas a hub for tourists, indigenous Quechua-speaking vendors, and remnants of pre-Columbian walls. Modern Cusco balances its role as gateway to Machu Picchu with a living Andean identity distinct from the service economy.
Best Time to Visit
Full Cusco guide →Best months
May, June, August: dry, sunny days with clear skies; July is also fine but busier. Crowds are manageable outside the June Inti Raymi festival week.
Peak / festival surge
June is peak for Inti Raymi (June 24), the huge Inca solstice re-enactment in Sacsayhuamán. Hotel prices in Cusco double or triple; book by March. The festival draws tens of thousands, so central streets and squares are packed.
Budget shoulder season
April and September offer dry-ish weather, lower prices and thinner crowds. April still has some rain, September feels like a quieter start to the high season.
Weather & packing
Cusco’s high altitude (3,400m) means intense sun midday but near-freezing nights year-round. Pack a warm fleece or puffer jacket, sunhat, SPF 50, and a waterproof outer layer for sudden afternoon showers even in July.
Live City Briefing — Cusco
- Cusco’s airport (Alejandro Velasco Astete) is still the only commercial gateway; a new airport in Chinchero remains delayed to 2027 or later. Expect queues at peak arrival times.
- Reconstruction of the Plaza de Armas fountain finished in late 2024; the area is fully open but some side streets in San Blas are under cobblestone repair, causing occasional detours.
- Entry to Machu Picchu now requires a guide and timed tickets booked weeks ahead; the classic Inca Trail is fully reserved through August 2026.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Apart del Camen, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the second or third floor facing the inner courtyard, away from the street. These rooms are quieter and benefit from natural light without the noise of Cusco's narrow roads.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the reception or common areas — thin walls in converted colonial buildings make them noisy. Also avoid any room directly overlooking the street; traffic and foot traffic start early.
Best views
If available, a rear-facing room on the second or third floor offers a view of the interior courtyard or nearby rooftops, not the busy street. No mountain views from this address.
Quietest floors
Second and third floors are the quietest, especially rooms set back from the street. Fourth floor may be quieter still but check for steps — there is no lift.
🔊 Noise notes
Cusco's historic centre is compact — street noise from taxis, tour buses, and revellers carries. The hotel has no double glazing. Ask for a room away from any bar or restaurant on the ground floor.
Insider tips
1) Check-in early to secure a courtyard-facing room, as there is no lift and upper floors involve stairs. 2) If you have mobility issues, request a ground-floor room despite the noise — or book a different hotel with a lift.
- 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 — Apart del Camen
Free Wi-Fi throughout. Speed sufficient for basic browsing (5 Mbps). Login requires room number and last name.
No lift; the property is two floors with stairs only.
No print newspapers. Digital news available via free tablets in the lobby with PressReader access.
Check-in from 13:00. Early bag drop available from 10:00 without charge. Late check-out until 14:00 incurs 50 PEN fee.
Complimentary luggage storage in a locked room at reception.
No step-free access; two steps at entrance and stairs-only inside. Not suitable for wheelchair users.
On-site parking for 6 cars, free of charge. Nearest public car park is Estacionamiento Plaza Tupac Amaru, 200 PEN per night (24h). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (no specific municipal tax for 3-star hotels in Cusco)
Deposit & card hold: A pre-payment of 50% of total stay is required within 3 days of booking; a credit card hold of 200 PEN for incidentals at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Parroquia de Santa María de los Andes (502 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Centro de Avivamiento (559 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Primers Iglesia Evangelica Bautista Del Cusco (638 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Capilla Virgen de Chapi (888 m · ~11 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Centro Comercial Confraternidad — 279 m · ~3 min walk
Marianito Ferro — 111 m · ~1 min walk
Museo Quechua — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Centro Qosqo de Arte Nativo — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
PARQUE DE JUEGOS — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 434 m · ~5 min walk
Inkafarma — 471 m · ~6 min walk
Orion — 590 m · ~7 min walk
Wanchaq — 383 m · ~5 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use ATMs for the best rate; avoid exchange bureaux at airport and tourist areas, which give poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard widely accepted in restaurants, shops, and hotels; small spots and markets are cash-only. Contactless is common for small payments.
Restaurants: 10% if service not included. Taxis: round up. Hotel staff: 5-10 soles per bag or per day for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Local café americano or filter coffee: 4-6 soles.
Menu del día (soup, main, drink): 10-15 soles.
Simple main dish at a local eatery: 12-18 soles.
Anticuchos (grilled beef heart) or tamales from stalls around Plaza de Armas and the San Pedro Market area.
Plaza Vea, Metro, or Tottus supermarkets; also the San Pedro Market for fresh produce.
San Pedro Market for cheap local textiles and clothing; Gamarra district (Lima) if visiting the capital, but in Cusco stick to markets.
Collectivo (shared minibus) in town: 1 sol per ride. From airport: take a local bus for 1 sol or a colectivo to the plaza for about 2 soles; taxis charge 15-20 soles.
Eat at market stalls or menu del día spots for cheap meals. Buy a prepaid SIM for data instead of roaming. Stay in hostels or guesthouses in San Blas rather than tourist hotels near the plaza.
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 Apart del Camen
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 434 m · ~5 min walk — pharmacy · Inkafarma — 471 m · ~6 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 Apart del Camen?
Request a room on the second or third floor facing the inner courtyard, away from the street. These rooms are quieter and benefit from natural light without the noise of Cusco's narrow roads.
Which rooms should I avoid at Apart del Camen?
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the reception or common areas — thin walls in converted colonial buildings make them noisy. Also avoid any room directly overlooking the street; traffic and foot traffic start early.
Is Apart del Camen noisy?
Cusco's historic centre is compact — street noise from taxis, tour buses, and revellers carries. The hotel has no double glazing. Ask for a room away from any bar or restaurant on the ground floor.
Which rooms have the best views at Apart del Camen?
If available, a rear-facing room on the second or third floor offers a view of the interior courtyard or nearby rooftops, not the busy street. No mountain views from this address.
What are insider tips for staying at Apart del Camen?
1) Check-in early to secure a courtyard-facing room, as there is no lift and upper floors involve stairs. 2) If you have mobility issues, request a ground-floor room despite the noise — or book a different hotel with a lift.
What time is check-in at Apart del Camen?
Check-in at Apart del Camen is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Apart del Camen have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout. Speed sufficient for basic browsing (5 Mbps). Login requires room number and last name.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Apart del Camen?
None (no specific municipal tax for 3-star hotels in Cusco)
Where can I eat cheaply near Apart del Camen?
Menu del día (soup, main, drink): 10-15 soles.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Apart del Camen?
Collectivo (shared minibus) in town: 1 sol per ride. From airport: take a local bus for 1 sol or a colectivo to the plaza for about 2 soles; taxis charge 15-20 soles.
When is the best time to visit Cusco?
May, June, August: dry, sunny days with clear skies; July is also fine but busier. Crowds are manageable outside the June Inti Raymi festival week.
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.