Hotel El Balcón
This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in food, history and culture – Check location Tambo de Montero 222, Cusco City Centre, 051 Cusco, Peru – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in food, history and culture – Check location Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.0/10! (score from 536 reviews)
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*9.4* Cusco Main Square: only 6 minutes away! (1,600 feet by foot)
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.
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.
United KingdomComfortable and charming with an excellent breakfast and 24 hour tea bar. Beautiful grounds and friendly service.
United States of AmericaThe whole atmosphere of this tucked away gem was perfect. From the stone walls to the wood burning stoves heating the restaurant in the morning everything was perfect. Great breakfast and clean, comfortable rooms. I would highly recommend this hotel for anyone staying in Cusco. Only a 5-10 minute walk into the main square.
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El Balcón This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!
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Stay in the heart of Cusco – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in food, history and culture – Check location 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 to a Continental breakfast with home-made jams, fresh orange juice, coffee and eggs. The restaurant serves home-made lunches and dinners.
El Balcon is a 20-minute walk from Saqsaywaman archaeological site. Shuttles to Velasco Astete Airport, a 17-minute drive are available. Car rental can be arranged.
Cusco City Centre is a great choice for travelers interested in food, history and culture.
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 8.9 for two-person stays.
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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, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, American, Buffet
Good Coffee!
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Located only three blocks from the Plaza de Armas in the city of Cusco, El Balcon has a commanding view of the entire city, cathedrals, churches, mountains and the Ausangate glacier. El Balcon is a renovated colonial Casona that dates back to the 1630s built atop the preceding Inca terraces. Inca stone work and colonial balustrades mesh harmoniously around terraced gardens creating an atmosphere that is beautiful, historic and authentically Peruvian. Some of our amenities and services include free airport transportation, complimentary hot breakfast and buffet, laundry, and free yoga classes. We are happy to help with any travel arrangements so that our guests can experience the best that Cusco and the Sacred Valley has to offer. At El Balcon we strive to provide our guests with the highest level of hospitality so that they have all they need to feel comfortable at our family establishment.
Hotel surroundings
– This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in food, history and culture – Check location Excellent location – show map Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!What's nearby *
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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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San Pedro Train Station0.4 miles
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Santa Catalina Convent0.4 miles
Restaurants & Markets *
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Cicciolina Restaurant0.6 miles
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San Pedro Market Market0.6 miles
Natural Beauty *
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Sacsayhuaman Mountain1 miles
Closest Airports *
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Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport3.1 miles
Most Popular Landmarks *
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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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Nogalpampa Stadium16.6 miles
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Food: American, Local, Latin American, European
Open for: Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
Facilities of El Balcón Great facilities! Review score, 8.9
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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
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No parking available.
Health & Wellness Facilities
- Yoga classes
- Full-body massage
- Massage Additional charge
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
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
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.
There's no capacity for cribs at this property.
This property doesn't offer extra beds.
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.
FAQs about El Balcón
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El Balcón has 1 restaurants:
- Restaurant
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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) 20 minutes
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Room options at El Balcón include:
- Quad
- Double
- Twin
- Triple
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El Balcón offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Massage
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Horseback riding
- Full-body massage
- Yoga classes
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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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Guests staying at El Balcón can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.0).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
- American
- Buffet
