Your stay — Casa Yanahuara
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The Property — Casa Yanahuara
Casa Yanahuara sits in a quiet residential pocket of Urubamba, a short walk from the main plaza. It’s a converted colonial house with a courtyard garden, tiled roof and thick adobe walls that keep rooms cool. The vibe is unhurried and homely, not polished; you get breakfast served on a terrace with views of the surrounding mountains. This suits independent travellers who want a simple, clean base within striking distance of the Sacred Valley sights, not a resort experience.
Cronache di Urubamba
Urubamba was a key agricultural centre under the Incas, feeding the nearby citadel of Ollantaytambo with maize and quinoa grown on wide terraced fields. The Spanish refounded it in the 16th century, building a main square and a colonial church on Incan foundations. For much of the 20th century it was a sleepy market town, but the 1990s brought a paved road from Cusco and a surge of tourism. Today it’s the pragmatic heart of the Sacred Valley: no crowds of Machu Picchu, just a working town with good restaurants, a daily market and easy access to Moray, Maras and the salt pans.
Best Time to Visit
Guida completa di Urubamba →Best months
May, June and August: clear skies, strong sun, almost no rain; trails are dry and the valley is green from the preceding wet season. Crowds are moderate except at Machu Picchu itself.
Peak / festival surge
July is the busiest month across the Sacred Valley. It coincides with the Inti Raymi festival in Cusco (24 June) and the Fiesta Patronal in nearby Paucartambo (mid-July). Hotel prices in Urubamba climb 20–30% above shoulder season. Advance booking essential.
Budget shoulder season
April and October offer the best balance: fewer tourists, lower room rates (often 15–25% less than July) and mostly dry afternoons. Mornings can be foggy, but by midday the sun burns through.
Weather & packing
Urubamba sits at 2,870m; the July sun is intense but it cools sharply after 4pm. Pack a sun hat and SPF for midday, plus a fleece and windproof jacket for mornings and evenings; rain is unlikely but carry a light poncho for the odd high-altitude shower.
Live City Briefing — Urubamba
- The Cusco–Urubamba road has ongoing resurfacing work between Calca and Urubamba, causing delays of 20–30 minutes on weekdays; allow extra travel time.
- A new craft-beer bar, Selva Brava, opened on Avenida San Martín in early 2026, offering a decent selection of Peruvian ales and a small terrace.
- The Urubamba market is being refurbished until August, with stallholders relocated to a temporary site two blocks north on Grau; fresh produce and choclo are still available, but the space is more cramped than usual.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Casa Yanahuara, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a first-floor room at the rear of the building, away from the street. Upper floors have no lift access, so first floor is the easiest to reach on foot and quieter than ground level.
Rooms to avoid
Ground-floor rooms facing the main road — Urubamba’s a busy market town, so street noise from trucks and mototaxis can start before 6am.
Best views
Rear-facing rooms look onto the garden or courtyard (common in Andean guesthouses). The street side gives a gritty view of Urubamba’s main road, with limited mountain glimpses between buildings.
Quietest floors
First floor only. The building appears to have no lift, so first floor is the practical quiet option: above street hubbub but without stair-climbing noise from other guests.
🔊 Noise notes
Urubamba’s main street is a key route between Cusco and the Sacred Valley — expect early morning traffic, delivery trucks, and the occasional parade or market stall generator. Weekend nights can be lively with local bars nearby.
Insider tips
1. If you have heavy luggage, ask for a ground-floor room despite the noise — there’s no lift, and carrying bags up narrow stairs is a chore. 2. Breakfast is usually served from 7am; request a packed breakfast if you’re catching the 6am bus to Machu Picchu—just ask reception the night before.
- 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 — Casa Yanahuara
Free in all rooms and lobby, standard speed (around 15 Mbps), login via room number and last name
No lift; two-storey colonial-style building with staircase only, no historic stairs-only wings
No physical papers; free digital access to Peru 21 and El Comercio via QR code in lobby; the building's 18th-century stone courtyard is a notable feature
Standard check-in 13:00–22:00, early bag drop from 10:00; late check-out until 14:00 for 50 PEN, after 14:00 charged full night
Free for day of arrival/departure; long-term storage 10 PEN per bag per day
No step-free access; one step at main entrance, no ramp; ground-floor rooms exist but have a step up to bathroom; no wheelchair-accessible rooms
On-site street parking for 5 cars, free, first-come-first-served; nearest public parking at Plaza de Armas Urubamba, 5 PEN per night; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (no local tourist tax; 18% IGV included in rates)
Deposit & card hold: First night charge as deposit at booking; a $50 USD incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Museo de la Chicha Yola — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Virgen de Guadalupe — 730 m · ~9 min walk
Abarrotes San Martín — 101 m · ~1 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Exchange money at local banks or authorized exchange offices (casas de cambio) in Urubamba town. Avoid airport and tourist bureaux—they give terrible rates.
Cards (Visa/Mastercard) accepted in larger shops and hotels; smaller restaurants and market stalls are cash-only. Contactless is rare outside chain stores.
10% tip expected at restaurants if service charge not included; round up taxi fare; hotel porters get 5–10 soles.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Basic coffee from a market stall or bakery: 3–5 soles.
Set menu (menú) at a local eatery: 12–18 soles (soup, main, drink).
Main course at a casual restaurant: 20–30 soles.
Look for anticuchos (grilled skewers) and tamales from stalls along the main plaza in the evenings.
Mercado de Abastos and small bodegas are common; no big supermarket chain in central Urubamba.
Local market stalls sell affordable alpaca wool jumpers and ponchos; better price than in Cusco.
Colectivos (shared minibuses) between Urubamba and nearby towns cost 2–4 soles per ride. From the airport, take a shared taxi or bus to Cusco then colectivo to Urubamba—total around 15–20 soles.
Eat menú del día for lunch instead of dinner menus. Buy bottled water and snacks at markets not tourist shops. Haggle politely at artisan stalls but not at food stalls.
Good to know — Urubamba
Type A/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ PEN 3.39 · PEN
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Urubamba, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Casa Yanahuara
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: pharmacy · Virgen de Guadalupe — 730 m · ~9 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Cusco (San Pedro station) → Urubamba station (5 min from hotel)
💡 Best for scenery, not speed. Book in advance through PeruRail or IncaRail. Urubamba station drops you a 5-minute walk from Ñustra — ask the conductor to point you.
Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) → Hospedaje Ñustra, Urubamba
💡 Book through the hotel for around 100–130 soles. Drivers usually meet you past the arrivals gate with a sign; if arriving early, bring small bills for the toll road (typically 3 soles extra).
Urubamba main terminal (Jr. Dos de Mayo) → Ollantaytambo or Chinchero
💡 Use for day visits to ruins or the market. Combis leave from the terminal by the market — flag one down. Carry small change; you'll be squeezed in with locals and their goods.
Av. Grau near Puente Grau, Cusco → Urubamba main square (Plaza de Armas)
💡 Look for white vans with 'Urubamba' signs. They fill up fast — grab one with a spare seat. From the plaza it's a 15-minute walk to Ñustra; a mototaxi will cost 5 soles.
Informazioni su Urubamba
Wikipedia ↗
Urubamba (possibly from in the Quechua spelling Urupampa, flat land of spiders) is a small town in Peru, located near the Urubamba River under the snow-capped mountain Chicón. It is the capital of the district of the same name. Located one hour from Cusco, Urubamba is the largest town in the Sacred ...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Casa Yanahuara?
Request a first-floor room at the rear of the building, away from the street. Upper floors have no lift access, so first floor is the easiest to reach on foot and quieter than ground level.
Which rooms should I avoid at Casa Yanahuara?
Ground-floor rooms facing the main road — Urubamba’s a busy market town, so street noise from trucks and mototaxis can start before 6am.
Is Casa Yanahuara noisy?
Urubamba’s main street is a key route between Cusco and the Sacred Valley — expect early morning traffic, delivery trucks, and the occasional parade or market stall generator. Weekend nights can be lively with local bars nearby.
Which rooms have the best views at Casa Yanahuara?
Rear-facing rooms look onto the garden or courtyard (common in Andean guesthouses). The street side gives a gritty view of Urubamba’s main road, with limited mountain glimpses between buildings.
What are insider tips for staying at Casa Yanahuara?
1. If you have heavy luggage, ask for a ground-floor room despite the noise — there’s no lift, and carrying bags up narrow stairs is a chore. 2. Breakfast is usually served from 7am; request a packed breakfast if you’re catching the 6am bus to Machu Picchu—just ask reception the night before.
What time is check-in at Casa Yanahuara?
Check-in at Casa Yanahuara is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Casa Yanahuara have Wi-Fi?
Free in all rooms and lobby, standard speed (around 15 Mbps), login via room number and last name
Is there a city or tourist tax at Casa Yanahuara?
None (no local tourist tax; 18% IGV included in rates)
Where can I eat cheaply near Casa Yanahuara?
Set menu (menú) at a local eatery: 12–18 soles (soup, main, drink).
What is the cheapest way to get around from Casa Yanahuara?
Colectivos (shared minibuses) between Urubamba and nearby towns cost 2–4 soles per ride. From the airport, take a shared taxi or bus to Cusco then colectivo to Urubamba—total around 15–20 soles.
When is the best time to visit Urubamba?
May, June and August: clear skies, strong sun, almost no rain; trails are dry and the valley is green from the preceding wet season. Crowds are moderate except at Machu Picchu itself.
Principali attrazioni a Urubamba
💡 Bring a picnic and sit on the east side for afternoon shade. Free Wi-Fi available near the municipality building.
💡 Go early (before 9am) for the best produce and to avoid crowds. Try a fresh jugo de papaya for 3 soles.
💡 Best light is at sunset (around 5:30-6pm). Bring water and a light jacket—wind picks up suddenly.
💡 Donations welcome (5-10 soles suggested). Ask the caretaker to show you the hidden pre-Columbian mummy in the back room.
💡 Take a colectivo (1 sol) from the market area to the turn-off. The path is unmarked—look for a small gate 200m past the main road. No facilities.