Your stay — Tika Wasi
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The Property — Tika Wasi
Tika Wasi is a modest three-star hotel on Urubamba's main drag, with a courtyard garden and a small indoor pool. The lobby feels like a quiet sitting room, with terracotta floors and a log fire in winter. It suits independent travellers or couples who want a decent, no-fuss base to explore the Sacred Valley, not a resort experience. The USP is its location: a short walk from the main square and the bus station, with off-street parking.
Chronicles of Urubamba
Urubamba was a key Inca settlement, serving as a administrative and agricultural hub in the Sacred Valley. After the Spanish conquest, it was rebuilt as a colonial town, with a grid of streets and a plaza mayor dominated by a 17th-century adobe church. Today it's the valley's commercial centre, a laid-back town where farmers bring produce to market and tourists stop for lunch between ruins. Its identity remains practical and unpretentious, with a strong indigenous Quechua presence in daily life.
Best Time to Visit
Full Urubamba guide →Best months
May, June, August: dry, sunny days and clear skies for sightseeing; July is busier and colder at night, so August gives similar conditions with fewer crowds.
Peak / festival surge
July and late June (Inti Raymi festival on 24 June) are peak. Hotels fill up, prices rise by 20-30%, and Urubamba gets busy with tourists heading to Machu Picchu and the nearby ruins.
Budget shoulder season
September and October offer lower rates, still mostly dry weather, and far fewer tourists. Mornings are crisp, afternoons warm—ideal for hiking or market visits.
Weather & packing
The Sacred Valley has a strong diurnal range: warm sun by day, near-freezing nights in July. Pack a fleece or down jacket, thermal base layers, and a waterproof shell for sudden afternoon showers even in the dry season.
Live City Briefing — Urubamba
- The Urubamba–Cusco road has new speed cameras and bus lane restrictions from June 2026, so allow extra 30 minutes for the drive or take the colectivo service from the main terminal.
- Local market on the plaza de armas has reopened after a 2025 renovation, now with covered stalls and a proper food court—try the chicharrón and rocoto relleno stalls.
- The nearby Moray agricultural terraces are introducing timed-entry tickets from July 2026 to manage visitor numbers; book online in advance to avoid queues.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Tika Wasi, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request an upper-floor room facing away from the main street. Rear-facing rooms on the third floor or higher tend to be quieter and catch more sun in the afternoon.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the entrance or reception; they pick up street noise and foot traffic. Also skip rooms directly above the dining area if there's a restaurant on site.
Best views
Rear-facing rooms on upper floors likely overlook the courtyard or neighbouring hills, not the street. No guarantee of a river view unless the hotel is near the Urubamba River.
Quietest floors
3rd and 4th floors are typically quietest, away from street-level bustle and common areas.
🔊 Noise notes
Urubamba's main street carries traffic, market stalls and tour buses during the day. Early mornings and late evenings are quieter, but weekend market days can be loud.
Insider tips
Check in early to secure a high rear-facing room. If you're driving, ask about secure parking out back rather than leaving the car on the street.
- 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 — Tika Wasi
Free basic WiFi in rooms and courtyard; upload speed around 5 Mbps, suitable for messaging and light browsing
No lift; two-storey colonial-style building with stairs only
No newspapers or digital newsstand provided; no notable heritage restrictions beyond the original adobe walls
Check-in from 15:00; early bag-drop allowed from 08:00; late check-out until 14:00 costs 50 PEN (subject to availability)
Complimentary luggage storage after check-out; secure locked room
No step-free entry; main entrance has one step; no rooms on ground floor accessible by wheelchair; no adapted bathrooms
Unmarked on-street parking nearby (free, no guarantee); nearest public car park is Plaza de Armas parking lot, 5 PEN per night; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: Tourist tax (IGV) 18% included in rates; no separate city tax
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; incidental hold of 100 PEN per night on a credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Iglesia de San Francisco de Asis (134 m · ~2 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Plaza de Armas de Maras — 250 m · ~3 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Valezka — 346 m · ~4 min walk
Marianito — 447 m · ~6 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Exchange at local banks or casas de cambio in Urubamba town for decent rates; avoid airport bureaux and hotels, which mark up heavily.
Visa/Mastercard accepted at most hotels, supermarkets, and mid-range restaurants; Amex less common; cash advisable for markets, street stalls, and taxis.
Restaurants: 10% for good service, often already included in the bill (check). Taxis: round up or leave small change. Hotel staff: 5–10 soles per bag or per day for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A simple café cortado or black coffee from a bakery or market stall costs about 4–6 soles (S/).
Menu del día (set lunch with soup, main, and drink) at a local eatery runs 12–18 soles.
A basic main course like lomo saltado or trout at a casual restaurant will set you back 20–30 soles.
Look for stalls along the main plaza and near the market selling anticuchos (grilled beef heart), tamales, and empanadas for 5–10 soles each.
Supermarkets like Plaza Vea and Makro are the common budget chains in the Sacred Valley; small neighbourhood bodegas also stock basics.
The Urubamba market (Mercado de Abastos) sells affordable alpaca wool sweaters, hats, and textiles; bargain respectfully.
Colectivos (shared minivans) cost 2–5 soles per ride within the valley; from Cusco airport, take a shared taxi or colectivo to Urubamba for about 15–20 soles.
Eat at market stalls or set-menu lunches; always ask the price before buying anything; carry small bills and coins as change is often scarce.
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 Tika Wasi
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: pharmacy · Valezka — 346 m · ~4 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 Tika Wasi?
Request an upper-floor room facing away from the main street. Rear-facing rooms on the third floor or higher tend to be quieter and catch more sun in the afternoon.
Which rooms should I avoid at Tika Wasi?
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the entrance or reception; they pick up street noise and foot traffic. Also skip rooms directly above the dining area if there's a restaurant on site.
Is Tika Wasi noisy?
Urubamba's main street carries traffic, market stalls and tour buses during the day. Early mornings and late evenings are quieter, but weekend market days can be loud.
Which rooms have the best views at Tika Wasi?
Rear-facing rooms on upper floors likely overlook the courtyard or neighbouring hills, not the street. No guarantee of a river view unless the hotel is near the Urubamba River.
What are insider tips for staying at Tika Wasi?
Check in early to secure a high rear-facing room. If you're driving, ask about secure parking out back rather than leaving the car on the street.
What time is check-in at Tika Wasi?
Check-in at Tika Wasi is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Tika Wasi have Wi-Fi?
Free basic WiFi in rooms and courtyard; upload speed around 5 Mbps, suitable for messaging and light browsing
Is there a city or tourist tax at Tika Wasi?
Tourist tax (IGV) 18% included in rates; no separate city tax
Where can I eat cheaply near Tika Wasi?
Menu del día (set lunch with soup, main, and drink) at a local eatery runs 12–18 soles.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Tika Wasi?
Colectivos (shared minivans) cost 2–5 soles per ride within the valley; from Cusco airport, take a shared taxi or colectivo to Urubamba for about 15–20 soles.
When is the best time to visit Urubamba?
May, June, August: dry, sunny days and clear skies for sightseeing; July is busier and colder at night, so August gives similar conditions with fewer crowds.
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.