Your stay — Casa Victoria
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The Property — Casa Victoria
Casa Victoria is a small, family-run 3-star in Urubamba’s grid of low-rise adobe houses, a five-minute walk from the Plaza de Armas. The lobby feels like a quiet Andean courtyard: terracotta floors, wooden beams, a few armchairs, and a constant scent of eucalyptus from the garden. Its USP is calm and convenience — it’s not trying to be boutique or luxury, just a solid base for Sacred Valley day trips. Best suited to backpackers and independent travellers who want a clean, honest room rather than hotel-style fuss.
Chronicles of Urubamba
Urubamba was an important Inca farming settlement, later reorganised by the Spanish as a colonial town in the 1570s. Its grid around the Plaza de Armas still follows the original plan, with a mix of whitewashed adobe and stone facades. The main square’s church, San Pedro, dates from the 17th century and houses colonial-era murals. Today Urubamba is the commercial heart of the Sacred Valley, busy with markets, local transport hubs, and a growing number of hostels and hotels catering to trekkers heading to Ollantaytambo and Machu Picchu.
Best Time to Visit
Full Urubamba guide →Best months
May, June, August — dry, sunny days; clear views of the Vilcanota range; trails are firm underfoot.
Peak / festival surge
July is peak season in the Sacred Valley, driven by school holidays in Peru and the Northern Hemisphere. Hotel prices at Casa Victoria can rise 30-50% above shoulder rates. The Inti Raymi festival in nearby Cusco (24 June) spills crowds into the valley for the following week.
Budget shoulder season
March to April and September to November offer lower prices (20-40% less than July), mild temperatures (16-22°C), fewer visitors, and still decent trail conditions.
Weather & packing
Even in the dry season, Urubamba can drop to 4-6°C after sunset; daytime UV is fierce. Pack a thin fleece or down jacket, a sunhat, and proper walking shoes — sandals won't work for the cobbles and dust.
Live City Briefing — Urubamba
- The Urubamba–Ollantaytambo road is undergoing widening works in 2026; expect 15–30 minute delays between 8am–12pm and 2pm–5pm weekdays.
- A new farmers' market opened on Jirón Comercio in May 2026, selling local cheese, honey, and quinoa-based snacks — open Fridays and Saturdays until 2pm.
- The 2026 tourist visa fee for non-Mercosur nationalities (US$30 at land borders) is being strictly enforced again after a two‑year waiver; check your entry stamp.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Casa Victoria, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 2 or 3 facing the courtyard or garden side, away from the street. These floors are high enough to avoid ground-level noise but still accessible on foot if the lift is small or slow.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the first floor close to the reception, dining area, or any service entrance. Ground-floor rooms facing the street will pick up traffic noise from Urubamba's main roads.
Best views
Rooms facing the courtyard or garden offer a peaceful, green view typical of Urubamba's valley setting. Upper-floor rooms on the street side might see the town or distant mountains, but come with more traffic noise.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 are generally quieter, especially if you choose a room not directly above the bar or kitchen.
🔊 Noise notes
Urubamba's main streets can have vehicle noise, especially early mornings and late afternoons. Lift noise may be audible on floors immediately above or below, and the bar or dining area generates low hum until closing.
Insider tips
1) If you arrive by car, ask about free or secure parking at check-in; many small hotels in Urubamba have limited spaces. 2) Request a quiet courtyard-facing room when booking – it's worth the trade-off of a less expansive view for better sleep.
- 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 Victoria
Free WiFi in all rooms and common areas, typically 15 Mbps download, no login required
No lift – the hotel is a two-storey colonial building with stairs only
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand; the property has original Inca-style stone walls in the courtyard
Standard check-in from 14:00; luggage can be dropped from 08:00; late check-out until 12:00 costs 50 soles
Free storage on arrival or after checkout, in a locked luggage room
No step-free access – main entrance has one step; no wheelchair-accessible rooms or bathrooms; ground-floor rooms exist but require a step to enter
Free on-site parking for about 8 cars on a first-come basis; nearest public car park is 200 m away at Plaza Mayor (5 soles per night); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (no local tourist tax or resort fee charged)
Deposit & card hold: First night charged as deposit at booking; a refundable hold of 100 soles (about 27 USD) for incidentals is taken on a card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Virgen de la Natividad (374 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Sr. Lareño (1.4 km · ~17 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Plaza de Armas de Huayllabamba — 175 m · ~2 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Botica Salud es Vida — 136 m · ~2 min walk
Abarrotes Andreita — 194 m · ~2 min walk
Terminal Picaflor Andino — 358 m · ~4 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Exchange money at city-centre cambio kiosks or banks for fair rates; avoid airport or tourist bureaux that take a heavy cut.
Cards accepted in most shops, restaurants and hotels, but carry cash for markets and small buses; contactless is common.
No strict expectation, but 5-10% in restaurants is appreciated if service is good; taxi drivers don't expect a tip; hotel staff around 5-10 soles for porters or housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A basic filter coffee at a local bakery or market stall costs about 3-4 soles.
A menú del día (set lunch with soup, main, drink) in a worker's comedor costs about 12-18 soles.
A simple main from a picantería or local eatery, like lomo saltado or aji de gallina, runs 15-25 soles.
Anticuchos (grilled skewers) and empanadas from stalls around the main plaza or market cost 4-6 soles each.
Supermercados Metro and Plaza Vea are the common chains in town.
The weekly market (feria) on the central plaza sells affordable secondhand or local made clothing; also small shops on Jr. Comercio for basics.
Combis (shared vans) around town cost about 1-2 soles; from Alejandro Velasco Astete Airport, take a shared combi to Urubamba for roughly 5-8 soles, not a taxi.
Eat menú del día lunches rather than dinner menus; buy snacks from markets instead of tourist cafes; drink tap water only if filtered—buy a reusable bottle and fill at your hotel.
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 Victoria
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: pharmacy · Botica Salud es Vida — 136 m · ~2 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.
About 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 Victoria?
Request a room on floors 2 or 3 facing the courtyard or garden side, away from the street. These floors are high enough to avoid ground-level noise but still accessible on foot if the lift is small or slow.
Which rooms should I avoid at Casa Victoria?
Avoid rooms on the first floor close to the reception, dining area, or any service entrance. Ground-floor rooms facing the street will pick up traffic noise from Urubamba's main roads.
Is Casa Victoria noisy?
Urubamba's main streets can have vehicle noise, especially early mornings and late afternoons. Lift noise may be audible on floors immediately above or below, and the bar or dining area generates low hum until closing.
Which rooms have the best views at Casa Victoria?
Rooms facing the courtyard or garden offer a peaceful, green view typical of Urubamba's valley setting. Upper-floor rooms on the street side might see the town or distant mountains, but come with more traffic noise.
What are insider tips for staying at Casa Victoria?
1) If you arrive by car, ask about free or secure parking at check-in; many small hotels in Urubamba have limited spaces. 2) Request a quiet courtyard-facing room when booking – it's worth the trade-off of a less expansive view for better sleep.
What time is check-in at Casa Victoria?
Check-in at Casa Victoria is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Casa Victoria have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi in all rooms and common areas, typically 15 Mbps download, no login required
Is there a city or tourist tax at Casa Victoria?
None (no local tourist tax or resort fee charged)
Where can I eat cheaply near Casa Victoria?
A menú del día (set lunch with soup, main, drink) in a worker's comedor costs about 12-18 soles.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Casa Victoria?
Combis (shared vans) around town cost about 1-2 soles; from Alejandro Velasco Astete Airport, take a shared combi to Urubamba for roughly 5-8 soles, not a taxi.
When is the best time to visit Urubamba?
May, June, August — dry, sunny days; clear views of the Vilcanota range; trails are firm underfoot.
Top Attractions in 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.