Votre séjour — El Molle
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La propriété — El Molle
El Molle is a functional 3-star in central Cusco, behind a plain stone facade on Calle Quera. Inside, the small lobby has polished wooden floors, a few armchairs and a desk where staff book tours. It suits budget travellers who want a private room, hot showers and a good location near the Plaza de Armas, not charm or character.
Chroniques de Cusco
Cusco was the historic capital of the Inca Empire, founded around the 12th century and laid out in the shape of a puma. The Spanish conquered it in 1533 and built Baroque churches and palaces directly on Inca foundations, which still settle and crack today. In the 1950 earthquake, much of the colonial centre collapsed; reconstruction in the 1960s and 70s favoured stone, stucco and red-tiled roofs. The city’s identity is a loaded blend of Quechua traditions, Andean cosmology and Peruvian tourism.
Meilleur moment pour visiter
Guide complet de Cusco →Meilleurs mois
May, June and August – clear skies, cold mornings, mild afternoons. The Inti Raymi festival in late June brings huge crowds but the weather holds steady.
Peak / Festival surge
July is peak season because of the July school holidays and good dry-weather trekking. Hotel prices jump 30–50%, and the Plaza is packed with tour groups. Inti Raymi (24 June) spills into early July.
La saison des épaules
April and September are the best shoulder months. Rain eases in April, crowds thin, and accommodation drops 20%. September feels quieter after the winter rush.
Météo & Emballage
Cusco’s climate is a daily freeze-thaw: sun in the afternoon, below-zero before dawn. Pack a fleece or thick jacket for mornings and evenings, plus a breathable long-sleeve for midday sun.
Briefing de la ville — Cusco
- Cusco’s main airport, Alejandro Velasco Astete, is closed for runway refurbishment from March to October 2026. All flights now land at Chinchero International Airport, 45 minutes by bus from the city centre – book transfers in advance.
- The San Pedro market reopened in November 2025 after a fire. The juice stalls and food sellers are back, but the meat and herb sections are still in temporary tents.
- Large demonstrations around the Plaza de Armas have been rare since mid-2025, but regional transport strikes can still block the road to Machu Picchu. Check the latest ONAMI strike notices before booking tour transport.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to El Molle, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request upper floors (4th or 5th) facing away from Avenida Federico Zamalloa – likely the rear or courtyard side – to reduce traffic noise and get more natural light in a historic district where many buildings are low-rise.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms or those directly overlooking the avenue – street noise and passersby are common on this main drag. Also avoid rooms near the lift shaft (usually central) or service areas if the layout is typical of 3-star hotels.
Best views
Rooms at the rear or upper floors may offer views of Cusco's rooftops and hillsides; street-side rooms just see avenue traffic and buildings.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 to 5 – higher up and better sound insulation from street-level bustle.
🔊 Noise notes
Avenida Federico Zamalloa is a city artery – expect bus, taxi, and mototaxi noise during the day and early evening. Lift rumble can transmit in central rooms.
Insider tips
If arriving by car, parking in Cusco is tight – call ahead to see if the hotel has a reserved lot nearby. Check-in can be slow due to altitude adjustment – ask for a quick room to lie down and hydrate first.
- 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
Hôtel Facilités — El Molle
Free, open network (no password). Speed around 10 Mbps down – fine for email and browsing, not for streaming.
No lift – two floors of rooms reached by stairs only; no historic-section stairs issue.
No physical newspapers; no digital newsstand.
Check-in from 13:00, check-out by 10:00. Bag drop available from 09:00. Late check-out until 14:00 costs PEN 50 (subject to availability).
Free for day-of-arrival or departure; secure room behind reception.
Step-free entrance from street level. No lift and no accessible guest rooms – wheelchair users cannot reach upper floor rooms.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is Estacionamiento El Molino at Calle Garcilaso 210, PEN 30 per night. No EV charging.
Frais, taxes et dépôts
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; an incidental hold of PEN 200 taken on a credit card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary à proximité
- Church: Iglesia de San Pedro Apostol (1.8 km · ~22 min walk)
- Synagogue: Casa Jabad Pisac (1.9 km · ~23 min walk)
Style de vie et récréation
Plaza de Armas — 1.8 km · ~23 min walk
Museo de Pisac — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
5 minutes de radios essentielles
La Luz — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
Casa Camacho — 154 m · ~2 min walk
Monnaie & Monnaie
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use ATMs for best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at airports or tourist offices which give poor rates.
Major credit/debit cards widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and hotels; contactless common; cash needed for street food, taxis, and small markets.
Restaurants: 10% optional if service charge not added. Taxis: not expected. Hotel staff: 5–10 soles per bag or per night for housekeeping.
Manger, faire du shopping et voyager sur un budget
Cheap car hire →Local café coffee (espresso or filter) around 5–7 soles.
Menú del día (set lunch including soup, main, drink) for 12–18 soles.
Main dish at a local eatery: 18–25 soles.
Anticuchos (grilled skewers) or tamales from stalls near markets, around 5–10 soles.
Supermercado Metro or Plaza Vea in central Cusco (a short walk or bus ride from Avenida Federico Zamalloa).
Mercado San Pedro (central) for affordable local clothing and alpaca goods; also small shops near the Plaza de Armas.
Local bus (colectivo) fare 1 sol per ride; from the airport, take bus route to the centre (1 sol) or taxi to area for 15–20 soles. No day pass needed.
Eat set lunch menus ('menú') in local restaurants away from tourist plazas. Always carry small change (1, 2, 5 soles) for buses and street vendors. Fill a reusable water bottle at purification stations (1 sol per litre) instead of buying bottled.
Bon à savoir — 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 El Molle
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: pharmacy · La Luz — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →S’entourer
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.
Questions fréquemment posées
What are the best rooms at El Molle?
Request upper floors (4th or 5th) facing away from Avenida Federico Zamalloa – likely the rear or courtyard side – to reduce traffic noise and get more natural light in a historic district where many buildings are low-rise.
Which rooms should I avoid at El Molle?
Avoid ground-floor rooms or those directly overlooking the avenue – street noise and passersby are common on this main drag. Also avoid rooms near the lift shaft (usually central) or service areas if the layout is typical of 3-star hotels.
Is El Molle noisy?
Avenida Federico Zamalloa is a city artery – expect bus, taxi, and mototaxi noise during the day and early evening. Lift rumble can transmit in central rooms.
Which rooms have the best views at El Molle?
Rooms at the rear or upper floors may offer views of Cusco's rooftops and hillsides; street-side rooms just see avenue traffic and buildings.
What are insider tips for staying at El Molle?
If arriving by car, parking in Cusco is tight – call ahead to see if the hotel has a reserved lot nearby. Check-in can be slow due to altitude adjustment – ask for a quick room to lie down and hydrate first.
What time is check-in at El Molle?
Check-in at El Molle is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does El Molle have Wi-Fi?
Free, open network (no password). Speed around 10 Mbps down – fine for email and browsing, not for streaming.
Is there a city or tourist tax at El Molle?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near El Molle?
Menú del día (set lunch including soup, main, drink) for 12–18 soles.
What is the cheapest way to get around from El Molle?
Local bus (colectivo) fare 1 sol per ride; from the airport, take bus route to the centre (1 sol) or taxi to area for 15–20 soles. No day pass needed.
When is the best time to visit Cusco?
May, June and August – clear skies, cold mornings, mild afternoons. The Inti Raymi festival in late June brings huge crowds but the weather holds steady.
Principales attractions à 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.