Hotel El Balcón
Tambo de Montero 222, Cusco City Centre, 051 Cusco, Peru – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.0/10! (score from 510 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
Loved the location, the staff and the view from my room
United States of AmericaKIND STAFF, VIEW, COMFORT OF THE PLACE, THE SILENCE, THE LOCATION CLOSE TO THE MAIN PLAZA
PeruThis was our second time at El Balcon. They have wonderful staff, beautiful gardens, great views of the city in the upper rooms, and a delicious breakfast. Upper rooms have more light and space. All rooms were super clean. We took advantage of the laundry service several times during our long stay and were very satisfied that El Balcon did not use heavily perfumed detergent. Their hospitality and service are always stellar! Great home base to take day trips into the Sacred Valley or walk the historic district.
United States of AmericaGreat location close to Plaza da Armas but far rnough away from the noise and traffic. If you get a room with a view it's nice to see the sky line. Drinking water available 24/7 which is super helpful qhen adjusting to the altitude.
United States of AmericaStaff up front was ok depending on who was on shift. The restaurant on site was beyond delightful! The woman who works there is a gem! Best french toast and cheesecake EVER!
United States of AmericaThe breakfast was generally good. The staff was quite accommodating. Service is on the whole very good.
SingaporeGreat spot to land - delicious breakfast, good design, sweetest staff. Easy walk to the Plaza. Also- great vegan restaurant on the corner. We stayed here before and after trekking and it was lovely both times. So happy to have found it.
United States of AmericaThis hotel is off a one way street in the hill above the historical district. We could walk everywhere. The hotel staff were very helpful and gave us recommendations for restaurants and transportation options for the Sacred Valley. The room was modest but very clean, comfortable (even a cozy baby alpaca blanket) and charming. The breakfast was delicious and the dinner menu looked very good. They offer to provide a box lunch for excursions too. We visited their sister hotel in Ollantaytambo (El Aubergine) and their restaurant there (Chuncho) which were very high end.
United States of AmericaGreat little place near the Plaza de Armas. Comfortable, cute and convenient. The staff was friendly and accommodating. The breakfast was good and they even stored our luggage during our hike to Machu Picchu. If I'm ever in Cuzco, I will definitely be staying there again!
United States of AmericaLovely convenient location with really helpful staff. Great breakfast and lovely lady organising tables and service. Nice garden to sit in. Free tea all day and water and fruit in the room.
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Tracy
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Yamileth
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Tawnya
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Kathleen
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Desiree
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Christine
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Jennifer
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Christine
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Margaret
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Stay in the heart of Cusco – Excellent location – show map
One of our top picks in Cusco. In a renovated pre-colonial house from 1630, El Balcon features a charming terraced garden and views of Cusco from every room. Machu Picchu excursions and massage sessions can be arranged. Wi- Fi is free.
At El Balcon, guests relax on the rustic wood gallery balconies while sipping on a Coca tea and admiring panoramic views of picturesque Cusco and the Andean scenery.
Rooms are styled with natural fabrics, tapestries and details of regional décor. Some of them feature private balconies and seating areas with elaborately crafted furniture and rustic pillars.
All rooms have private bathrooms and laundry services are available. Guests can wake-up and enjoy a Continental breakfast.
El Balcon is a 20-minute walk from Saqsaywaman archaeological site.
This is our guests' favorite part of Cusco, according to independent reviews.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.
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Good for couples – they rated the facilities 8.8 for two-person stays.
Currency Exchange: Need local currency? This property has currency exchange on site.
Located in the heart of Cusco, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.0
Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.
Breakfast Info
Continental
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- Guests liked the breakfast
- Some guests said the WiFi could be improved
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- Guests liked the view
See what guests loved the most:
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Tracy
United States of America“Loved the location, the staff and the view from my room”
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Yamileth
Peru“KIND STAFF, VIEW, COMFORT OF THE PLACE, THE SILENCE, THE LOCATION CLOSE TO THE MAIN PLAZA”
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Tawnya
United States of America
“This was our second time at El Balcon. They have wonderful staff, beautiful gardens, great views of the city in the upper rooms, and a delicious breakfast. Upper rooms have more light and space. All rooms were super clean. We took advantage of the laundry service several times during our long stay and were very satisfied that El Balcon did not use heavily perfumed detergent. Their hospitality and service are always stellar! Great home base to take day trips into the Sacred Valley or walk the historic district.” Read more
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Kathleen
United States of America
“Great location close to Plaza da Armas but far rnough away from the noise and traffic. If you get a room with a view it's nice to see the sky line. Drinking water available 24/7 which is super helpful qhen adjusting to the altitude.”
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Desiree
United States of America
“Staff up front was ok depending on who was on shift. The restaurant on site was beyond delightful! The woman who works there is a gem! Best french toast and cheesecake EVER!”
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Supersoup63
Singapore“The breakfast was generally good. The staff was quite accommodating. Service is on the whole very good.”
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Christine
United States of America
“Great spot to land - delicious breakfast, good design, sweetest staff. Easy walk to the Plaza. Also- great vegan restaurant on the corner. We stayed here before and after trekking and it was lovely both times. So happy to have found it. ”
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Jennifer
United States of America
“This hotel is off a one way street in the hill above the historical district. We could walk everywhere. The hotel staff were very helpful and gave us recommendations for restaurants and transportation options for the Sacred Valley. The room was modest but very clean, comfortable (even a cozy baby alpaca blanket) and charming. The breakfast was delicious and the dinner menu looked very good. They offer to provide a box lunch for excursions too. We visited their sister hotel in Ollantaytambo (El Aubergine) and their restaurant there (Chuncho) which were very high end. ” Read more
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Christine
United States of America
“Great little place near the Plaza de Armas. Comfortable, cute and convenient. The staff was friendly and accommodating. The breakfast was good and they even stored our luggage during our hike to Machu Picchu. If I'm ever in Cuzco, I will definitely be staying there again!” Read more
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Margaret
United Kingdom“Lovely convenient location with really helpful staff. Great breakfast and lovely lady organising tables and service. Nice garden to sit in. Free tea all day and water and fruit in the room.”
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La Merced Church0.3 miles
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Cusco Main Square0.3 miles
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Inka Museum0.3 miles
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Cathedral of Cuzco0.3 miles
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Sacsayhuaman0.3 miles
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Church of the Company0.4 miles
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Holy Family Church0.4 miles
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Central Market0.4 miles
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Santa Catalina Convent0.4 miles
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Restaurant Cicciolina0.6 miles
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Religious Art Museum0.5 miles
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Hatun Rumiyoc0.5 miles
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San Blas Church0.6 miles
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Santo Domingo Church0.6 miles
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Coricancha0.8 miles
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Qenko0.8 miles
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Wanchaq Train Station1.2 miles
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Central Bus Station1.8 miles
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Pukapukara2.6 miles
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Mountain Sacsayhuaman1 miles
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Train San Pedro Train Station0.4 miles
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Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport3.1 miles
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One of our top picks in Cusco
Amenities of El Balcón
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9
Most popular amenities
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Terrace
- Garden
Services & Extras
- Tickets to shows/attractions Additional charge
Pets
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Pets are not allowed.
Activities
- Horseback riding Off-site Additional charge
- Cycling Off-site
- Hiking Off-site Additional charge
- Fishing Off-site Additional charge
Food & Drink
- On-site coffee shop
- Chocolate/Cookies Additional charge
- Wine/Champagne Additional charge
- Restaurant
Internet
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Free! WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Transportation
- Airport drop-off Additional charge
- Airport pickup
Front Desk Services
- Private check-in/out
- Concierge
- Baggage storage
- Ticket service
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- 24-hour front desk
Cleaning Services
- Daily housekeeping
- Laundry Additional charge
Business Facilities
- Fax/Photocopying Additional charge
Safety & security
- Safe
General
- Shuttle service
- Shuttle service (free)
- Designated smoking area
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Packed lunches
- Honeymoon suite
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
Health & Wellness Facilities
- Full-body massage Additional charge
- Massage Additional charge
Languages Spoken
- English
- Spanish
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Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 16 and above are considered adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
There's no capacity for cribs at this property.
This property doesn't offer extra beds.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
El Balcón accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
Please note both documents are required for fee exemption. Guests who are not able to present both documents will be required to pay the fee.
Foreign business travelers who require a printed invoice, will also be charged the additional 18% regardless of the length of their stay in Peru. This fee is not automatically calculated in the total costs for the reservation.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
FAQs about El Balcón
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El Balcón offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Massage
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Full-body massage
- Horseback riding
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El Balcón is 1,650 feet from the center of Cusco.
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The following parking options are available to guests staying at El Balcón (subject to availability):
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Guests staying at El Balcón can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.9).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
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The prices at El Balcón may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Check-in at El Balcón is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.
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From the nearest airport, you can get to El Balcón by:
- Airport shuttle (arranged by property) 20min
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Room options at El Balcón include:
- Quad
- Double
- Twin
- Triple
