Your stay — Sol y Luna
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The Property — Sol y Luna
Sol y Luna feels like a quiet, artsy retreat tucked just off Urubamba’s main plaza. The lobby is open to a courtyard with hand-painted tiles, sturdy local furniture, and a small fireplace. It’s a solid three-star: clean, modestly charming, but not luxurious. Suits budget-conscious travellers who want a genuine base for exploring the Sacred Valley, not fussy decor or resort amenities.
Chronicles of Urubamba
Urubamba was an important Inca settlement, part of the network linking Cusco to Machu Picchu. After the Spanish conquest, it became a colonial agricultural hub, growing maize and quinoa on the valley floor. Today it’s a quiet market town, bypassed by most tourists heading straight to Ollantaytambo or Aguas Calientes. Its contemporary identity is as a practical, less frenetic base for Sacred Valley excursions, with a good weekly Sunday market and a few decent restaurants.
Best Time to Visit
Full Urubamba guide →Best months
May, June, August — dry season with clear skies, minimal rain, and crisp mornings. July is also fine but busier due to Inca Trail peak.
Peak / festival surge
July (Inti Raymi festival in Cusco, 24 June) plus the entire Peruvian winter break. Hotels in Urubamba raise prices 30–50% above shoulder-season rates. The Inti Raymi celebration in nearby Cusco draws thousands, so Urubamba gets overflow.
Budget shoulder season
April and September offer mild weather, fewer tourists, and significant discounts (often 20–40% off high-season rates). Rain returns in April but usually as short afternoon showers.
Weather & packing
The Sacred Valley has a dramatic daily swing: mornings can be 2–5°C, afternoons hit 20–22°C. Pack layers: a warm fleece or light down jacket, a waterproof shell, and sun protection (hat, SPF, lip balm) — the UV is brutal at altitude.
Live City Briefing — Urubamba
- Urubamba’s main square is undergoing repaving work through mid-2026; some streets around the plaza are closed to traffic, but pedestrian access to Sol y Luna remains open.
- The new Urubamba bus terminal opened in December 2025, replacing the scruffy old stop; colectivos to Ollantaytambo and Cusco now depart from a single, covered station 500m from the hotel.
- Several new cafés and a craft beer bar have opened on Avenida del Ejército, about a 10-minute walk from Sol y Luna — decent for evening food options beyond the hotel's limited menu.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Sol y Luna, 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 side of the building, away from the street. These floors are high enough to avoid ground-level activity and street noise, yet accessible via stairs since there's no lift.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms, especially those facing the street. Street noise from Urubamba's main roads and foot traffic will be noticeable. Also avoid rooms directly above the reception or bar if they exist, as common-area noise can carry.
Best views
Rooms at the rear of the hotel likely overlook the interior courtyard or gardens, typical for a 3-star property in a small city like Urubamba. If the hotel backs onto open land or hills, you might get a partial mountain view.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 (rear-facing rooms).
🔊 Noise notes
Urubamba is a busy town on the Sacred Valley tourist route. Street noise from mototaxis, buses, and pedestrians will be constant on the front side. Hallway noise from other guests is common on the ground floor near reception.
Insider tips
1. Check in early to specifically request a rear-facing room on the second floor—these are quieter and have better chances of a decent view. 2. If you're driving, ask the front desk about parking; many 3-star hotels in Urubamba have limited off-street parking, so knowing ahead avoids circling.
- 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 — Sol y Luna
Free Wi-Fi throughout; adequate for browsing and email (about 10 Mbps down); no login required, but reconnects after 4 hours.
No passenger lift; all rooms on ground or first floor via stairs only.
No digital newsstand; complimentary print copies of El Comercio at breakfast.
Check-in 14:00–22:00; early bag drop from 08:00 free; late check-out until 13:00 for 50 PEN, subject to availability.
Free luggage storage in a locked room at reception; open daily 07:00–22:00.
No step-free entry; main entrance has three steps; no adapted rooms; narrow doorways in original section.
On-site free parking in a small lot (6 spaces, first-come first-served); nearest public car park 3 blocks east on Calle Alpaca, 15 PEN overnight; no EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full stay prepayment required at booking; a 200 PEN incidental card hold at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Capilla Quinsacucho (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Centro Comercial Urubamba — 2.3 km · ~29 min walk
Plaza Pintacha — 1.9 km · ~23 min walk
Museo de Qespiwanka — 2.6 km · ~32 min walk
Brinkolines — 664 m · ~8 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Mila Farma — 452 m · ~6 min walk
Valley Market — 258 m · ~3 min walk
Terminal Terrestre Urubamba — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Exchange money at banks or authorised exchange offices (cambios) in Urubamba town; avoid the airport and tourist bureaux for poor rates.
Cards accepted in most hotels and mid-range restaurants; cash needed for markets, street food, and small shops.
Restaurants: 10% for good service. Taxis: round up fare. Hotel staff: 5–10 soles for porters, 5 soles per day for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Local café serving filter coffee or instant: 3–5 soles.
Menu del día (soup, main, drink) at a local eatery: 12–18 soles.
A main course at a simple restaurant: 18–25 soles.
Anticuchos (grilled skewers) or salchipapas (sausage with fries) sold from stalls in the main square or market area: 5–10 soles.
Supermercado Vega or local mini-markets (bodegas) in town centre.
Mercado de Urubamba sells affordable, basic clothing and textiles.
Minibus (colectivo) between Urubamba and nearby towns: 2–5 soles per ride. From Alejandro Velasco Astete Airport in Cusco, take a shared minibus to Urubamba (about 15–20 soles) rather than a private taxi.
Eat at market stalls or places serving menú del día. Use colectivos instead of taxis. Buy water and snacks at bodegas, not tourist shops.
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 Sol y Luna
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: pharmacy · Mila Farma — 452 m · ~6 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Sol y Luna?
Request a room on the second or third floor at the rear side of the building, away from the street. These floors are high enough to avoid ground-level activity and street noise, yet accessible via stairs since there's no lift.
Which rooms should I avoid at Sol y Luna?
Avoid ground-floor rooms, especially those facing the street. Street noise from Urubamba's main roads and foot traffic will be noticeable. Also avoid rooms directly above the reception or bar if they exist, as common-area noise can carry.
Is Sol y Luna noisy?
Urubamba is a busy town on the Sacred Valley tourist route. Street noise from mototaxis, buses, and pedestrians will be constant on the front side. Hallway noise from other guests is common on the ground floor near reception.
Which rooms have the best views at Sol y Luna?
Rooms at the rear of the hotel likely overlook the interior courtyard or gardens, typical for a 3-star property in a small city like Urubamba. If the hotel backs onto open land or hills, you might get a partial mountain view.
What are insider tips for staying at Sol y Luna?
1. Check in early to specifically request a rear-facing room on the second floor—these are quieter and have better chances of a decent view. 2. If you're driving, ask the front desk about parking; many 3-star hotels in Urubamba have limited off-street parking, so knowing ahead avoids circling.
What time is check-in at Sol y Luna?
Check-in at Sol y Luna is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Sol y Luna have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout; adequate for browsing and email (about 10 Mbps down); no login required, but reconnects after 4 hours.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Sol y Luna?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Sol y Luna?
Menu del día (soup, main, drink) at a local eatery: 12–18 soles.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Sol y Luna?
Minibus (colectivo) between Urubamba and nearby towns: 2–5 soles per ride. From Alejandro Velasco Astete Airport in Cusco, take a shared minibus to Urubamba (about 15–20 soles) rather than a private taxi.
When is the best time to visit Urubamba?
May, June, August — dry season with clear skies, minimal rain, and crisp mornings. July is also fine but busier due to Inca Trail peak.
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.