Il tuo soggiorno — Inka House
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La proprietà — Inka House
Inka House is a snug, family-run hotel two blocks from Urubamba’s main square. The lobby feels like a cosy living room, with exposed stone walls, a small fireplace, and a receptionist who remembers your name. Its USP is honest, no-frills comfort: clean rooms with hot water, a small courtyard garden, and a buffet breakfast that includes fresh fruit and pachamanca-style potatoes. It suits independent travellers and budget-conscious hikers who want a calm base near the Sacred Valley’s ruins, not a polished resort.
Cronache di Urubamba
Urubamba was founded by Spanish colonists in the 16th century on a floodplain that the Inca had already terraced for maize. The city’s colonial core still has a plaza ringed by adobe churches and two-storey houses with wooden balconies. It became the agricultural hub of the Sacred Valley, where Incan irrigation channels still feed modern fields. Today, Urubamba is the valley’s commercial and transport centre, a quieter alternative to Ollantaytambo, with a Saturday market that draws locals and a steady stream of trekkers heading to Machu Picchu.
Il momento migliore per visitare
Guida completa di Urubamba →I migliori mesi
May to August: clear skies, minimal rain, and daytime temperatures around 20°C. July (your stay) is the driest month, perfect for hiking and visiting ruins without mud.
Peak / Festival Surge
Late June to early August is the absolute peak, driven by the Inti Raymi festival in Cusco (24 June) and summer holidays across South America and Europe. Hotel prices in Urubamba can jump 40–60% above off-season rates; advance booking is essential.
Stagione di spalla
April and September are the best budget shoulder months. April has fewer tourists after Easter, still mild weather, and discounts of 20–30% on accommodation. September offers sunny days with thinner crowds before the rainy season returns.
Meteo e imballaggio
Urubamba sits at 2,870 metres; even in July, nights drop to 4°C, so you need layers. Pack a fleece or light down jacket for evenings, a sun hat and SPF 50 for the intense UV at midday, and waterproof shoes or boots — sudden afternoon showers can still happen in the dry season.
Briefing della città — Urubamba
- The Urubamba–Cusco bus route now uses a new terminal on the southern edge of town, reducing congestion in the centre; check with your hotel for the exact pickup point.
- The Inca Trail requires permits months in advance; for July 2026, permits sold out by February. Alternative treks (Salkantay, Lares) still have availability but book early through a local operator.
- A new craft-beer bar, Fermento Valle, opened on Avenida Ferrocarril in March 2026, popular with trekkers for its local quinoa stout and live folk music on weekends.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Inka House, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the third floor, facing the rear courtyard. Third floor gets more light and less street rumble from Calle de la Convención. Courtyard side is quieter than the street side.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid first-floor rooms, especially those near the front desk or the entrance hallway – you'll hear the comings and goings of guests and staff. Also skip any room directly above the small bar area (likely ground floor back) if it opens late.
Best views
Rooms on the third or fourth floor facing the courtyard give you a green outlook – vines, maybe a small garden – rather than the busy street. Street-side rooms see the road and low rooftops towards the mountains, but with traffic noise.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 (top floor). The building has no lift, so fewer people pass these floors, and they're further from street-level noise.
🔊 Noise notes
Urubamba's main road (Calle de la Convención) runs past the hotel. Trucks and colectivos pass from early morning (around 6am) until late evening. The bar on the ground floor can have music until 10pm on weekends.
Insider tips
1. The hotel has no lift, so if you have heavy bags, ask for a ground-floor room when booking – or request help at check-in. 2. Breakfast is served in a small patio off the courtyard; ask for a table near the plants to avoid the street view.
- 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
strutture alberghiere — Inka House
Free for all guests; enough for email and browsing, not for streaming; no login required.
No lift; two-storey building with stairs only.
No newspapers or digital newsstand; the building is a converted 19th-century mansion with original wooden doors and a central courtyard.
Check-in 13:00–23:00; early bag drop free; late check-out to 14:00 for S/70, after 14:00 charged half a night.
Free for early arrivals and after checkout; locked room, no staffed cloakroom.
No step-free access; a step at the main entrance and stairs only; no adapted rooms or bathrooms.
No on-site parking; nearest public car park on Av. Progreso, S/15 overnight; no EV charging.
Tasse, imposte e depositi
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; S/150 incidental hold on a credit card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary vicino
- Church: Iglesia de Santiago Apostol (104 m · ~1 min walk)
- Place of worship: Templo del Agua (203 m · ~3 min walk)
- Place of worship: Diez Hornacinas (350 m · ~4 min walk)
- Place of worship: Templo del Sol (402 m · ~5 min walk)
Stile di vita e ricreazione locale
Plaza de Armas de Ollantaytambo — 162 m · ~2 min walk
Inca Wasi Casa Museo — 133 m · ~2 min walk
5 minuti di radio essenziali
Caja Cusco — 99 m · ~1 min walk
Botica G&J — 143 m · ~2 min walk
Mini Market am pm — 59 m · ~1 min walk
Terminal Terrestre Ollantaytambo — 522 m · ~7 min walk
Moneta e moneta
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use ATMs in central Urubamba for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux in Cusco airport or tourist offices as they offer poor rates.
Credit cards accepted in most hotels, mid-range restaurants and larger shops; small market stalls and taxis are cash only. Contactless is not widely used.
Round up the bill in casual restaurants, tip 5-10% in nicer ones. Taxi drivers don't expect a tip. Hotel porters and guides: 5-10 soles per bag or tour.
Mangiare, fare shopping e viaggiare su un budget
Cheap car hire →Local coffee from a bakery or street stall, around 2-3 soles.
A menú del día set lunch at a simple fonda, with soup, main and drink, about 8-12 soles.
A main course of pollo a la brasa or lomo saltado at a local eatery, roughly 12-18 soles.
The main plaza and the market (Mercado de Urubamba) have stalls selling anticuchos, churros, and empanadas for 2-5 soles each.
Plaza Vea and Metro supermarkets are common budget chains in Urubamba.
The local market (Mercado de Artesanías) has cheap alpaca wool sweaters and hats; for basics try the market stalls near Plaza de Armas.
Colectivos (shared minivans) cost 1-2 soles for short trips around town; from Cusco airport take a tourist bus to Urubamba for about 10-15 soles, then a colectivo.
Eat at market stalls or menú del día lunches. Buy water in large bottles from grocery stores. Negotiate prices at the market for souvenirs.
Buono da sapere — Urubamba
Type A/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ PEN 3.4 · 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 Inka House
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Caja Cusco — 99 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Botica G&J — 143 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Girare intorno
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.
Domande frequenti
What are the best rooms at Inka House?
Request a room on the third floor, facing the rear courtyard. Third floor gets more light and less street rumble from Calle de la Convención. Courtyard side is quieter than the street side.
Which rooms should I avoid at Inka House?
Avoid first-floor rooms, especially those near the front desk or the entrance hallway – you'll hear the comings and goings of guests and staff. Also skip any room directly above the small bar area (likely ground floor back) if it opens late.
Is Inka House noisy?
Urubamba's main road (Calle de la Convención) runs past the hotel. Trucks and colectivos pass from early morning (around 6am) until late evening. The bar on the ground floor can have music until 10pm on weekends.
Which rooms have the best views at Inka House?
Rooms on the third or fourth floor facing the courtyard give you a green outlook – vines, maybe a small garden – rather than the busy street. Street-side rooms see the road and low rooftops towards the mountains, but with traffic noise.
What are insider tips for staying at Inka House?
1. The hotel has no lift, so if you have heavy bags, ask for a ground-floor room when booking – or request help at check-in. 2. Breakfast is served in a small patio off the courtyard; ask for a table near the plants to avoid the street view.
What time is check-in at Inka House?
Check-in at Inka House is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Inka House have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests; enough for email and browsing, not for streaming; no login required.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Inka House?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Inka House?
A menú del día set lunch at a simple fonda, with soup, main and drink, about 8-12 soles.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Inka House?
Colectivos (shared minivans) cost 1-2 soles for short trips around town; from Cusco airport take a tourist bus to Urubamba for about 10-15 soles, then a colectivo.
When is the best time to visit Urubamba?
May to August: clear skies, minimal rain, and daytime temperatures around 20°C. July (your stay) is the driest month, perfect for hiking and visiting ruins without mud.
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.