Dein Aufenthalt — Blacky Hostel
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Das Eigentum — Blacky Hostel
Blacky Hostel feels like a friendly backpacker base near the centre of Cusco. The common area is modest but sociable, with worn sofas and travel notices pinned to corkboards. It suits budget travellers who prioritise location and a dorm bed over frills — the vibe is functional, not flashy. You check in quickly, dump your backpack, and head straight out to explore the city.
Chroniken von Cusco
Cusco was the historic capital of the Inca Empire, founded by Pachacuti around the 13th century, and its street layout still follows Inca plan. After the Spanish conquest in the 1530s, the colonisers built churches and mansions directly atop Inca foundations — many walls in the city centre still show fine Inca stonework. The city became a regional administrative hub under Spain, and its Plaza de Armas remains the ceremonial and social heart. In the 20th century, tourism to Machu Picchu turned Cusco into a global gateway. Today, the city balances its indigenous Quechua heritage with a thriving tourist economy.
Beste Zeit zu besuchen
Vollständiger Cusco-Guide →Die besten Monate
May, June, August — these are the heart of the dry season, with clear skies during the day and manageable rain. July also works for weather, but attracts the largest crowds for Inti Raymi.
Peak / Festival Surge
July is the peak month, centred on Inti Raymi on the 24th — the Inca Festival of the Sun — which draws huge crowds. Hotel prices in July can rise 30-50% above low-season rates. The whole month sees peak visitor numbers.
Budget Schulter Saison
April and November are excellent budget shoulder months. April has moderate rain but low crowds and discounts of 20-30% on accommodation. November is the start of the wet season but sun still breaks through, and prices drop significantly.
Wetter & Verpackung
Cusco sits at 3,400m altitude, so days can be warm (18-20°C) but nights drop to near freezing all year. Pack layers — a fleece for evenings and a waterproof jacket — plus sunblock and a hat for intense UV at altitude.
Live City Briefing veröffentlicht — Cusco
- The renovation of the main Plaza de Armas is ongoing, with some pedestrian zones expanded; be prepared for detours around the cathedral sides.
- A new direct bus service from Cusco to the Sacred Valley (Ollantaytambo) launched in early 2025, offering hourly departures from the Ttio station, not the main terminal.
- Altitude sickness remains a real risk: many travellers underestimate it. Arrive a day early, drink coca tea, and avoid heavy meals and alcohol on the first day.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Blacky Hostel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the upper floor (3rd or 4th) and facing the inner courtyard away from Tambo de Montero. These rooms are quieter and have less street noise from the narrow colonial street below.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor or those directly facing the street at the front of the building. Ground-floor rooms can get noise from the lobby and street, while front-facing rooms pick up pedestrian and vehicle sounds from Tambo de Montero, a busy one-way lane in Cusco's historic centre.
Best views
The best view from an upper-floor room at the front would be of the narrow street and surrounding adobe rooflines of San Blas neighbourhood. However, the inner courtyard view is more private and typical for Cusco – expect a peaceful colonial patio with plants and maybe a small fountain.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and above. The hostel has no lift mentioned, so upper floors also discourage casual foot traffic and are generally calmer after 10pm.
🔊 Noise notes
Tambo de Montero is a one-way street used by local taxis and mototaxis during the day (7am–9pm). Cusco's narrow streets amplify engine and horn sounds. Nearby Plaza San Blas (2-3 min walk) has bars and live music that can carry on weekend nights. Also, church bells from Iglesia de San Blas can be heard in the morning and evening.
Insider tips
1) If you're sensitive to noise, bring earplugs – Cusco's historic centre is charming but can be loud until midnight, especially near Plaza San Blas. 2) Request a room on the courtyard side when booking directly or via phone; online booking systems often don't let you specify this, but the reception staff can usually switch you if you arrive early (check-in after 1pm).
- 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 Einrichtungen — Blacky Hostel
Free Wi-Fi throughout, average download speed 8 Mbps, upload 3 Mbps; no login constraints
No lift; all rooms accessed via stairs (3 floors). No historic sections
No newspaper delivery or digital newsstand; building is a converted 18th-century colonial house with original stone courtyard
Standard check-in from 13:00; early bag drop available from 07:00; late checkout fee of 15 PEN until 15:00 (no check-out after 15:00)
Free in locked luggage room during stay; 5 PEN per day if stored before check-in or after check-out
No step-free access; main entrance has 3 steps; no wheelchair-accessible rooms or bathrooms; stairs only
No on-site parking; nearest public car park at Estacionamiento Plaza Regocijo (5 PEN per hour, 30 PEN overnight); no EV charging
Gebühren, Steuern & Einlagen
City / tourist tax: None (tourist tax included in rate for foreigners with passport; otherwise 3 PEN per person per night)
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; refundable cash deposit of 20 PEN or card hold of 50 PEN at check-in for incidentals
Faith & Diät in der Nähe
- Church: Capilla (204 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Capilla San Antonio Abad (229 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Templo de la Sagrada Familia (330 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia de San Cristóbal (332 m · ~4 min walk)
Lokaler Lebensstil & Erholung
Inti Killa — 782 m · ~10 min walk
Parque Tricentenario — 288 m · ~4 min walk
Museo de las Plantas Sagradas — 141 m · ~2 min walk
Paraninfo Universitario — 588 m · ~7 min walk
5 Minuten Radius Essentials
globalnet — 259 m · ~3 min walk
Farmandina — 592 m · ~7 min walk
Minimarket San Cristobal — 162 m · ~2 min walk
San Pedro — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
Geld & Währung
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use ATMs for the best rate; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport or tourist offices as they offer poor rates.
Visa/Mastercard widely accepted in restaurants, shops and hotels; contactless common in supermarkets; small street stalls and markets cash-only.
10% tip appreciated in restaurants if service charge not included; not expected in taxis; optional for hotel porters (1-2 soles).
Essen, Einkaufen und Reisen auf einem Budget
Cheap car hire →Local bakery or market stall coffee, around 3-4 soles.
Set menu (menu del día) at a local eatery, soup + main + drink, 8-12 soles.
Main course at a casual restaurant, 15-20 soles.
San Pedro Market and streets around Plaza de Armas offer anticuchos, empanadas and tamales for 3-7 soles.
Mercado San Pedro is the main market for fresh produce; Plaza Vea and Metro are common supermarket chains.
San Pedro Market and local street stalls sell affordable alpaca wool sweaters, hats and souvenirs; negotiate prices.
Colectivos (shared minibuses) cost 1-2 soles per ride; from airport, take a local bus or colectivo for ~1 sol, avoid tourist taxis.
Eat at menu del día places for lunch; buy bottled water in bulk at supermarkets; negotiate prices at markets and with tour agencies.
Gut zu wissen — 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 Blacky Hostel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · globalnet — 259 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · Farmandina — 592 m · ~7 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Umher zu kommen
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.
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What are the best rooms at Blacky Hostel?
Request a room on the upper floor (3rd or 4th) and facing the inner courtyard away from Tambo de Montero. These rooms are quieter and have less street noise from the narrow colonial street below.
Which rooms should I avoid at Blacky Hostel?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor or those directly facing the street at the front of the building. Ground-floor rooms can get noise from the lobby and street, while front-facing rooms pick up pedestrian and vehicle sounds from Tambo de Montero, a busy one-way lane in Cusco's historic centre.
Is Blacky Hostel noisy?
Tambo de Montero is a one-way street used by local taxis and mototaxis during the day (7am–9pm). Cusco's narrow streets amplify engine and horn sounds. Nearby Plaza San Blas (2-3 min walk) has bars and live music that can carry on weekend nights. Also, church bells from Iglesia de San Blas can be heard in the morning and evening.
Which rooms have the best views at Blacky Hostel?
The best view from an upper-floor room at the front would be of the narrow street and surrounding adobe rooflines of San Blas neighbourhood. However, the inner courtyard view is more private and typical for Cusco – expect a peaceful colonial patio with plants and maybe a small fountain.
What are insider tips for staying at Blacky Hostel?
1) If you're sensitive to noise, bring earplugs – Cusco's historic centre is charming but can be loud until midnight, especially near Plaza San Blas. 2) Request a room on the courtyard side when booking directly or via phone; online booking systems often don't let you specify this, but the reception staff can usually switch you if you arrive early (check-in after 1pm).
What time is check-in at Blacky Hostel?
Check-in at Blacky Hostel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Blacky Hostel have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, average download speed 8 Mbps, upload 3 Mbps; no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Blacky Hostel?
None (tourist tax included in rate for foreigners with passport; otherwise 3 PEN per person per night)
Where can I eat cheaply near Blacky Hostel?
Set menu (menu del día) at a local eatery, soup + main + drink, 8-12 soles.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Blacky Hostel?
Colectivos (shared minibuses) cost 1-2 soles per ride; from airport, take a local bus or colectivo for ~1 sol, avoid tourist taxis.
When is the best time to visit Cusco?
May, June, August — these are the heart of the dry season, with clear skies during the day and manageable rain. July also works for weather, but attracts the largest crowds for Inti Raymi.
Top-Attraktionen 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.