tu estancia — Mi casa
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La propiedad — Mi casa
Mi casa is a modest three-star set in a converted colonial house near the Plaza de Armas. The lobby feels lived-in, with heavy wooden beams, original stone floors, and a small courtyard where guests drink coca tea. It suits practical travellers who want a clean, central base without frills. The USP is location: you’re five minutes from the main square, and the staff are genuinely helpful with local advice.
Crónicas de Cusco
Cusco was the capital of the Inca Empire, founded by Pachacuti in the 15th century. The Spanish razed much of the city in the 1530s, building Baroque churches and mansions directly on Inca foundations. The result is a dense core of Inca stonework topped by colonial arches and balconies. Today, Cusco is a living museum where Quechua speakers sell produce in the same plazas where conquistadors once paraded. Its identity is a tense, beautiful mix of indigenous resilience and tourist infrastructure.
El mejor momento para visitar
Guía completa de Cusco →Los mejores meses
May and June: clear skies, little rain, and crowds thin before the July peak. September also works, with warm days and fewer tourists.
Peak / Festival Surge
July is the absolute peak, driven by school holidays worldwide and the Fiesta Patria (28 July) celebrations. Hotel prices double, and Mi casa is often fully booked weeks ahead. The Inti Raymi festival in late June also spills into July.
La temporada del hombro
April and October offer good discounts. Rain tapers off in April, and October is dry but quiet. Expect 20-30% lower rates and half the queues at ruins.
Tiempo y embalaje
Cusco’s quirk is that the sun is intense but the air cold: temperatures hit 20°C by day and drop to 0°C at night. Pack layers you can add and remove rapidly—think fleece under a windproof jacket, plus a sun hat and gloves.
Briefing en vivo de la ciudad — Cusco
- The new Cusco airport at Chinchero is delayed again; all flights still arrive at Alejandro Velasco Astete Airport, which is just 15 minutes from the centre.
- San Pedro Market has reopened after a renovation—try the fresh-squeezed orange juice stalls and avoid the overpriced tourist-oriented back section.
- Expect heavy police presence and road closures around Plaza de Armas from 28 June to 30 June for Inti Raymi rehearsals and the main event.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Mi casa, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on the third floor (second piso in local numbering) facing the inner courtyard rather than Calle Pisac. These are quieter and often get more natural light from the central skylight.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the first floor (ground level) near the reception lounge or any that face directly onto Calle Pisac — street noise from cobblestone traffic and early tour groups is common there.
Best views
Rooms overlooking the inner courtyard (patio) give a pleasant view of plants and maybe a small fountain, with less noise from Calle Pisac. No mountain or plaza views at this address.
Quietest floors
Second and third floors (first and second pisos above ground) are typically quieter, away from street traffic and lobby bustle.
🔊 Noise notes
Calle Pisac is a narrow cobblestone street used by shared taxis and tour vans; expect honking and engine rumble from 6am onward. The hotel's courtyard muffles this but does not eliminate it. No lift means doors slamming on stairs add noise to lower floors.
Insider tips
1) If you arrive by taxi, have the driver drop you at the corner of Calle Pisac and Avenida Sol — the alley to the hotel entrance is awkward for cars. 2) Request a top-floor room during check-in (even if booked for lower floor); many guests cancel last minute and the upstairs rooms are consistently quieter and brighter.
- 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
Instalaciones hoteleras — Mi casa
Free WiFi for all guests, typical speed 10 Mbps, login code given at check-in
No lift; all rooms on first and second floors via stairs
No newspapers; the building is a converted 18th-century colonial house with original stone walls and a small courtyard
Check-in 14:00–22:00, early bag-drop free if available; late check-out until 14:00 costs S/. 50
Complimentary storage before check-in and after check-out until 20:00
No step-free access; entrance steps, no wheelchair-accessible rooms or bathrooms
No on-site parking; nearest public car park at Plaza San Francisco, S/. 15 per night, no EV charging
Tarifas, Impuestos y Depósitos
City / tourist tax: Tourist tax S/. 8.70 per person per night
Deposit & card hold: Full stay charged at booking, plus S/. 200 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary cerca de
- Church: Seminario San Antonio Abad (566 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Mormon (1.4 km · ~18 min walk)
- Church: Parroquia Santísima Trinidad de Mariscal Gamarra (1.5 km · ~19 min walk)
- Church: Misioneros Identes de Cristo Crucificado (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
Estilo de vida y recreación local
Real Plaza Cusco — 364 m · ~5 min walk
Parque el Mapa — 610 m · ~8 min walk
FESTITOYS — 694 m · ~9 min walk
5 minutos de radio esenciales
Banco de la Nación — 719 m · ~9 min walk
Farmacia Santa Rosa — 913 m · ~11 min walk
Abarrotes Chinita — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Cusco - Urubamba (Puputi) — 2.2 km · ~28 min walk
Dinero y moneda
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Exchange at local banks or exchange houses (cambios) in the city centre; avoid airport and hotel cambio desks for poor rates.
Visa/Mastercard widely accepted in restaurants, shops, and hotels; Amex less common; contactless and mobile pay still limited; carry cash for small purchases and market stalls.
Restaurants: 5-10% for good service, often included as 'propina' on the bill; taxis: not expected but round up; hotel staff: 2-5 soles per bag or per day for housekeeping.
Comer, comprar y viajar en un presupuesto
Cheap car hire →Local bakery or market stall coffee (café pasado) 3-4 soles; a basic café americano around 5-6 soles.
Menu del día (soup, main, drink) at a small eatery: 12-18 soles.
Local pollería or cebichería: a main dish like pollo a la brasa or ceviche 10-15 soles.
Mercado San Pedro and nearby street stalls for anticuchos, empanadas, and tamales; Plaza de Armas area has evening snack carts.
Supermercados like Metro or Plaza Vea; smaller bodegas for basics.
Mercado San Pedro for affordable local textiles, alpaca goods, and knock-off brands; consider Polvos Rosados market for cheap souvenirs.
Colectivos (shared minibuses) cost 1 sole per ride; street taxis start at 5-7 soles for short trips; from the airport, take a local bus (Corredor) to the centre for 2-3 soles.
Eat menu del día for lunch, avoid currency exchange at tourist bureaux, and use collectivos instead of taxis for short hops.
bueno saber — 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 Mi casa
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Banco de la Nación — 719 m · ~9 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia Santa Rosa — 913 m · ~11 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →En torno a
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.
Preguntas frecuentes
What are the best rooms at Mi casa?
Request rooms on the third floor (second piso in local numbering) facing the inner courtyard rather than Calle Pisac. These are quieter and often get more natural light from the central skylight.
Which rooms should I avoid at Mi casa?
Avoid rooms on the first floor (ground level) near the reception lounge or any that face directly onto Calle Pisac — street noise from cobblestone traffic and early tour groups is common there.
Is Mi casa noisy?
Calle Pisac is a narrow cobblestone street used by shared taxis and tour vans; expect honking and engine rumble from 6am onward. The hotel's courtyard muffles this but does not eliminate it. No lift means doors slamming on stairs add noise to lower floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Mi casa?
Rooms overlooking the inner courtyard (patio) give a pleasant view of plants and maybe a small fountain, with less noise from Calle Pisac. No mountain or plaza views at this address.
What are insider tips for staying at Mi casa?
1) If you arrive by taxi, have the driver drop you at the corner of Calle Pisac and Avenida Sol — the alley to the hotel entrance is awkward for cars. 2) Request a top-floor room during check-in (even if booked for lower floor); many guests cancel last minute and the upstairs rooms are consistently quieter and brighter.
What time is check-in at Mi casa?
Check-in at Mi casa is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Mi casa have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi for all guests, typical speed 10 Mbps, login code given at check-in
Is there a city or tourist tax at Mi casa?
Tourist tax S/. 8.70 per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Mi casa?
Menu del día (soup, main, drink) at a small eatery: 12-18 soles.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Mi casa?
Colectivos (shared minibuses) cost 1 sole per ride; street taxis start at 5-7 soles for short trips; from the airport, take a local bus (Corredor) to the centre for 2-3 soles.
When is the best time to visit Cusco?
May and June: clear skies, little rain, and crowds thin before the July peak. September also works, with warm days and fewer tourists.
Principales atracciones en 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.