Your stay — Hospedaje Encanto
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The Property — Hospedaje Encanto
Hospedaje Encanto is a no-frills, family-run guesthouse with a small courtyard and basic but clean rooms. It’s not luxurious, but the owner is generous with local advice and the location on Jr. Libertad puts you right in the middle of town. The vibe is functional, friendly, and aimed at budget-conscious travellers who want a reliable base for exploring the Sacred Valley’s lower jungle edge.
Chronicles of Quillabamba
Quillabamba was officially founded in 1901 as the capital of La Convención province, growing as a trading post for coffee, cacao, and tropical fruits. Its architecture mixes colonial-era balconies with utilitarian concrete blocks, reflecting its role as a boomtown for agricultural exports. Today it’s the main gateway to the Vilcabamba range and Choquequirao, drawing trekkers and backpackers away from Cusco’s crowds. The Plaza de Armas is the social hub, ringed by cafés and a modest cathedral.
Best Time to Visit
Full Quillabamba guide →Best months
May, June, and August offer the most sunshine and least rain, with daytime highs around 28°C and low humidity; trails to Choquequirao are dry.
Peak / festival surge
July is peak due to the Cusco region’s dry season and the Fiesta Patria festivities (28 July), lifting hotel rates by 20-30% and filling rooms early.
Budget shoulder season
April and October are shoulder months; discounts of 10-15%, fewer and thinner clouds, and noticeably quieter streets.
Weather & packing
Quillabamba sits at 1,050m in the ceja de selva, so mornings can be overcast with afternoon downpours even in the dry season. Pack a lightweight rain jacket and sturdy footwear for mud on side streets.
Live City Briefing — Quillabamba
- Road improvement on the 7E highway from Cusco to Quillabamba is still ongoing – expect delays of 30-60 minutes near the Abra Málaga pass.
- A new direct colectivo service now runs from Cusco’s Santiago terminal to Quillabamba every hour from 5am to 4pm.
- Local guides report increased security patrols on the Choquequirao trail after minor theft incidents in early 2025; register with the iPerú office on arrival.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hospedaje Encanto, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request an upper-floor room (third or fourth) on the side opposite the main street, as these are furthest from street-level noise and offer a bit of ventilation and natural light without the direct disturbance of the plaza or market activity.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms directly behind the reception or near the stairwell – these pick up footfall noise from guests and staff, plus any street chatter from the entrance. Also avoid rooms facing the back alley if there's a service entrance for deliveries.
Best views
Rooms on the upper floors with a window to the side street or courtyard offer a decent view of the surrounding jungle-clad hills rather than the main road; ask for a 'vista a la montaña' if available.
Quietest floors
Third and fourth floors are the quietest, being above street-level bustle and away from the common areas.
🔊 Noise notes
Quillabamba's main road (Avenida de la Cultura) carries mototaxis, buses, and market traffic from early morning until late evening; the hotel's ground-floor entrance is directly on this thoroughfare, so street noise is loudest on lower floors facing the front. Markets set up nearby in the morning add early-hour bustle.
Insider tips
1. Check in after 2pm when the morning market crowd has thinned, giving you a better shot at a quieter room assignment. 2. If you're driving, ask about parking on arrival – many 3-star places here use an off-site lot a block or two away, so you'll want to drop bags before parking.
- 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 — Hospedaje Encanto
Free guest Wi-Fi, 10 Mbps average, no login required on open network 'EncantoGuest'
Single passenger lift serves all 4 floors; no historic stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital newsstand: PressReader accessed via lobby tablet (limited to Spanish titles); no physical newspapers
13:00-21:00 (Mon-Fri), 14:00-20:00 (Sat-Sun); early bag drop allowed from 09:00 free; late check-out until 14:00 for S/ 30 extra
Free for day of departure until 18:00; left luggage in locked back room, no overnight storage
Main entrance has one step (10 cm) but portable ramp provided on request; lift is accessible; no adapted bathrooms
On-site parking for 6 cars, first-come-first-served, free; nearest public car park is Estacionamiento Municipal at Av. de la Cultura 150, S/ 12/night; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (no municipal tourist tax in Quillabamba as of 2025)
Deposit & card hold: 50% advance deposit required via bank transfer or PayPal; incidental hold of S/ 100 (USD 27) per card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Parroquia de Quillabamba (526 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Señor de Huanca Pavayoc (910 m · ~11 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Adventista del Septimo Día de Pavayoc (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Plaza Grau — 145 m · ~2 min walk
Museo Amazónico Andino — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
Teatro Municipal — 414 m · ~5 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 437 m · ~5 min walk
inkafarma — 146 m · ~2 min walk
Señor de Huanca — 781 m · ~10 min walk
Terminal Terrestre de Quillabamba — 885 m · ~11 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use ATMs at Banco de la Nación or Interbank for best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at bus stations and small shops, which give poor rates.
Major credit cards accepted in larger hotels and supermarkets; cash preferred in markets, small restaurants, and for taxis. Contactless is uncommon.
Round up the bill in restaurants (10% is generous but not expected); no tipping for taxis; tip hotel staff 5-10 soles for good service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Local café americano or instant coffee at a market stall — around 3-4 soles.
Menú del día at a local diner (soup, main, drink) — 8-12 soles.
Chicken or fish with rice and salad at a simple eatery — 12-18 soles for a main.
Juane (rice, chicken, egg wrapped in bijao leaf) and tamales sold from stalls near the central market and plaza de armas; try the ceviche carts along Avenida de la Cultura.
Plaza Vea and Tottus are the main budget supermarkets in the area.
Mercado Central de Quillabamba has stalls selling cheap basics and local textiles; market prices are negotiable.
Combis (shared minivans) within town cost 1 sol per ride; from the airport, take a collectivo taxi to the main plaza for 5 soles per person.
Eat at the mercado central for the cheapest and most authentic meals.Buy bottled water and snacks at supermarkets, not at tourist shops.Use combis instead of taxis for short hops within town.
Good to know — Quillabamba
Type A/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ PEN 3.4 · PEN
Emergency Contacts
QuillabambaFor all emergencies, dial 105 (police), 106 (ambulance), or 116 (fire). From a mobile, you can also reach the national emergency line at 911, which works in most areas around Quillabamba. The nearest hospital is Hospital de Quillabamba (Av. San Martín s/n, tel. +51 084 793 104). For non-urgent help, the local tourist police (Policía de Turismo) can be reached at 105 and speak some English.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Quillabamba, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hospedaje Encanto
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 437 m · ~5 min walk — pharmacy · inkafarma — 146 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) → Hostal Don Carlos, Quillabamba
💡 Confirm the price before getting in. The driver may take the shorter route via Santa María, which is winding but saves an hour. Ask for a fixed price for the return trip too.
Avenida Grau (Cusco terminal) → Hostal Don Carlos, Quillabamba
💡 Shared minivans leave when full. Sit near the front if you get motion sickness—the road has many switchbacks. To get directly to the hostel, tell the driver ‘Hostal Don Carlos’ and they’ll drop you at the corner of Jr. Grau.
Hostal Don Carlos, Quillabamba → Quillabamba main square or any local spot
💡 Quillabamba is walkable, but taxis are cheap for short trips. Ask at the hostel reception to call one—many drivers don’t use meters, so agree on the fare upfront.
Cusco city centre (Plaza de Armas) → Avenida Grau terminal (Cusco)
💡 Hail a taxi on the street—rates are fixed within the city. Don’t pay more than S/10. For the bus terminal, ask for ‘Terminal de Colectivos a Quillabamba’.
About Quillabamba
Wikipedia ↗
Quillabamba is a city in southern Peru. It is the capital of La Convención Province, which is the largest province in area of the Cusco Region. It is located in an area called the high jungle. Agriculture is the most important activity, principally coffee, cacao, tea and coca. The town is a mixtur...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hospedaje Encanto?
Request an upper-floor room (third or fourth) on the side opposite the main street, as these are furthest from street-level noise and offer a bit of ventilation and natural light without the direct disturbance of the plaza or market activity.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hospedaje Encanto?
Avoid ground-floor rooms directly behind the reception or near the stairwell – these pick up footfall noise from guests and staff, plus any street chatter from the entrance. Also avoid rooms facing the back alley if there's a service entrance for deliveries.
Is Hospedaje Encanto noisy?
Quillabamba's main road (Avenida de la Cultura) carries mototaxis, buses, and market traffic from early morning until late evening; the hotel's ground-floor entrance is directly on this thoroughfare, so street noise is loudest on lower floors facing the front. Markets set up nearby in the morning add early-hour bustle.
Which rooms have the best views at Hospedaje Encanto?
Rooms on the upper floors with a window to the side street or courtyard offer a decent view of the surrounding jungle-clad hills rather than the main road; ask for a 'vista a la montaña' if available.
What are insider tips for staying at Hospedaje Encanto?
1. Check in after 2pm when the morning market crowd has thinned, giving you a better shot at a quieter room assignment. 2. If you're driving, ask about parking on arrival – many 3-star places here use an off-site lot a block or two away, so you'll want to drop bags before parking.
What time is check-in at Hospedaje Encanto?
Check-in at Hospedaje Encanto is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hospedaje Encanto have Wi-Fi?
Free guest Wi-Fi, 10 Mbps average, no login required on open network 'EncantoGuest'
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hospedaje Encanto?
None (no municipal tourist tax in Quillabamba as of 2025)
Where can I eat cheaply near Hospedaje Encanto?
Menú del día at a local diner (soup, main, drink) — 8-12 soles.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hospedaje Encanto?
Combis (shared minivans) within town cost 1 sol per ride; from the airport, take a collectivo taxi to the main plaza for 5 soles per person.
When is the best time to visit Quillabamba?
May, June, and August offer the most sunshine and least rain, with daytime highs around 28°C and low humidity; trails to Choquequirao are dry.
Top Attractions in Quillabamba
💡 Check the municipal notice board or ask at the tourist info booth (near the market) for event schedules—many are free and start in the evening.
💡 Try the fresh fruit juices from stalls near the back—they cost around 3-5 soles and use local ingredients like camu camu or cacao.
💡 Cross early morning when the light is soft and fewer people are about; the bridge can sway with multiple users.
💡 Go in the late afternoon when locals gather; you might catch a free concert or event on weekends.
💡 Wear sturdy shoes; the path is unpaved and can be muddy after rain. Bring water as there’s no shade at the top.