Your stay — Huerto Paraíso
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The Property — Huerto Paraíso
Huerto Paraíso is a modest three-star set around a big, well-kept garden in Urubamba’s quieter edge. The lobby is tiled and simple, with a small reception desk and a sofa overlooking the courtyard. Its USP is peace: no traffic noise, just birds and the occasional donkey. Suits budget-conscious travellers, families wanting a base for the Sacred Valley, or anyone who prefers a garden hammock to a pool.
Chronicles of Urubamba
Urubamba was an important Inca settlement, later formally founded as a Spanish colonial town in 1572 by orders of Viceroy Toledo. It sits on the Urubamba River and served as a key agricultural and administrative centre in the Sacred Valley. The colonial grid survives in the central plaza, with adobe houses and a baroque church. Today it’s a busy market town and a practical base for tourists visiting Ollantaytambo, Moray and the salt pans. Its identity remains rooted in farming and Andean tradition, with a growing organic food scene.
Best Time to Visit
Full Urubamba guide →Best months
May to August: dry, sunny days, clear skies for Inca Trail and ruins; crowds manageable outside July.
Peak / festival surge
July (especially mid-month) for Fiestas Patrias (Peruvian Independence, 28-29 July) and school holidays. Hotel prices double, advance booking essential.
Budget shoulder season
September and November offer lower hotel rates, fewer tourists, still mostly dry weather (Sept) or start of rains (Nov).
Weather & packing
Urubamba’s climate is mild year-round but dry-season nights drop to 5-8°C even after 22°C days. Pack layers: a fleece or jacket for evenings, sun hat and sunscreen for daytime, plus waterproof shoes for dust or sudden drizzle.
Live City Briefing — Urubamba
- The Urubamba–Ollantaytambo road has resurfacing works in July 2026; allow 30 extra minutes for driving.
- New craft-beer bar ‘Chaski Brew’ opened on Jr. Bolognesi in March 2026—popular with locals and visitors.
- The weekly Sunday market in Plaza de Armas now runs until 6pm; arrive before 10am for best produce.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Huerto Paraíso, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the second or third floor at the rear of the building (facing away from the main street). These are quieter and get better natural light.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the reception or street side; they suffer from foot traffic, early-morning check-in noise, and passing vehicle rumble.
Best views
Rooms at the back overlook the hotel's garden or courtyard; if the address is on a main road through Urubamba, the front overlooks the street and mountains beyond, but with traffic noise.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 in the wing farthest from the road.
🔊 Noise notes
Urubamba is a working town with mototaxis and trucks passing from early morning until evening. The hotel is on a named street in the centre, not a quiet lane. Guests report morning barking dogs and occasional late-night street activity.
Insider tips
Parking is likely on-street or a small gravel lot — arrive early to secure a spot near the entrance. If you're sensitive to light, ask for a room with blackout curtains, as Urubamba's high-altitude sun rises early and hits front-facing rooms hard.
- 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 — Huerto Paraíso
Free Wi-Fi throughout, typical speed 15 Mbps; no login required
No lift; two-storey colonial building with stairs only
No printed newspapers; complimentary access to PressReader on lobby tablet
Check-in from 14:00, check-out by 11:00; early bag drop allowed from 10:00; late check-out fee of 80 PEN until 14:00, subject to availability
Free of charge, front desk holds luggage in a locked room
No step-free entrance; two steps at main door, no wheelchair access to upper floor, ground-floor rooms may be arranged with advance notice
Free on-site parking for up to 12 cars; no valet; nearest public car park is 400 m away at Plaza de Armas (10 PEN per day); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: 50% of total stay charged at booking; 200 PEN incidentals hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: San Pedro Apóstol (2.0 km · ~25 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Centro Comercial Urubamba — 2.2 km · ~27 min walk
Parque de la Madre — 1.6 km · ~21 min walk
Museo de Qespiwanka — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Scotiabank — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk
Botica San Juan de Dios — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
D'ney — 377 m · ~5 min walk
Terminal Inkaqpurinan — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Exchange at local banks or exchange houses (casas de cambio) in Urubamba town for fair rates; avoid airport or tourist bureau changers in Cusco—they give poor rates.
Cards accepted in most larger shops, hotels, and restaurants; smaller stalls, markets, and street vendors cash-only. Contactless less common.
10% tip optional in restaurants if service not included; no tipping for taxis; hotel porters may get 5-10 soles.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Local cafés (cafeterías) serve a simple coffee for 3-5 soles
Menu del día (set lunch) at a local eatery (comedor) costs around 10-15 soles
A main course at a comedor or picantería typically runs 12-18 soles
In Urubamba town, the main square and market area have stalls selling empanadas, anticuchos, and fruit juices for 3-8 soles
Mercado de Urubamba (market) and small bodegas for basics; no major budget supermarket chains in town
Mercado de Urubamba for cheap local clothing and alpaca wool goods; Cusco has more variety
Collectivos (shared minibuses) within the Sacred Valley cost 1-3 soles per ride. From Cusco airport, catch a colectivo from Av. de la Cultura for 15-20 soles one way
Eat at market stalls and comedors instead of tourist restaurants; use collectivos shared taxis to get around; buy fresh fruit and snacks from the market rather than shops aimed at tourists.
Good to know — 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 Huerto Paraíso
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Scotiabank — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk — pharmacy · Botica San Juan de Dios — 1.6 km · ~20 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 Huerto Paraíso?
Request a room on the second or third floor at the rear of the building (facing away from the main street). These are quieter and get better natural light.
Which rooms should I avoid at Huerto Paraíso?
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the reception or street side; they suffer from foot traffic, early-morning check-in noise, and passing vehicle rumble.
Is Huerto Paraíso noisy?
Urubamba is a working town with mototaxis and trucks passing from early morning until evening. The hotel is on a named street in the centre, not a quiet lane. Guests report morning barking dogs and occasional late-night street activity.
Which rooms have the best views at Huerto Paraíso?
Rooms at the back overlook the hotel's garden or courtyard; if the address is on a main road through Urubamba, the front overlooks the street and mountains beyond, but with traffic noise.
What are insider tips for staying at Huerto Paraíso?
Parking is likely on-street or a small gravel lot — arrive early to secure a spot near the entrance. If you're sensitive to light, ask for a room with blackout curtains, as Urubamba's high-altitude sun rises early and hits front-facing rooms hard.
What time is check-in at Huerto Paraíso?
Check-in at Huerto Paraíso is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Huerto Paraíso have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, typical speed 15 Mbps; no login required
Is there a city or tourist tax at Huerto Paraíso?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Huerto Paraíso?
Menu del día (set lunch) at a local eatery (comedor) costs around 10-15 soles
What is the cheapest way to get around from Huerto Paraíso?
Collectivos (shared minibuses) within the Sacred Valley cost 1-3 soles per ride. From Cusco airport, catch a colectivo from Av. de la Cultura for 15-20 soles one way
When is the best time to visit Urubamba?
May to August: dry, sunny days, clear skies for Inca Trail and ruins; crowds manageable outside July.
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.