The epitome of a peaceful hidden gem.
One of the city’s finest stays—with just 11 guest rooms that promise timeless luxuries of velvet armchairs, working fireplaces, and freestanding bathtubs adorned with bushels of fresh eucalyptus leaves.
Conde Nast Traveler, January 2026The Peruvian Andes may seem at first glance to be more a backpacker’s sort of adventure, but La Casona is an option for those who want to start the Inca Trail in high luxury style.
Guide Michelin, October 2025La Casona has the intimacy of a private home... Owners Denise and Joe Koechlin have fussed over every antique- and craft-strewn square foot of the place, and exquisite pillars, retablos, and benches have been sourced from all over Peru.
Condé Nast Traveler (US), April 2018Smiley staff open up and if you're not already breathless thanks to the altitude - Cusco is 10,800 feet above sea level, so you'll need a couple of days here to acclimatise en route to Machu Piccu - a look inside this restored 16th-century mansion will quickly change that.
Tatler, January 2017Carefully restored before opening in 2008, it still feels like a conquistador's private residence. The small Yacu spa has an ecclesiastical calm. Staff are low-key, courteous to a fault, and speak impeccable English.
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A Landmark of Living History
Cusco’s first five-star boutique hotel, Inkaterra La Casona occupies a privileged position on the historic Plaza de las Nazarenas, surrounded by atmospheric cobblestoned streets. This 16th-century manor house was built atop the former training grounds of an elite Inca army and has welcomed notable figures such as Spanish conquistador Diego de Almagro and the Liberator Simón Bolívar.
A Harmonious Restoration
Meticulously restored by Inkaterra over five years, the manor preserves its original architectural essence while revealing the layered encounter of cultures that have shaped Cusco across centuries. Colonial halls are adorned with period furniture, pre-Columbian textiles and original murals, creating an immersive sense of place.
Refined Suites with Historic Soul
Arranged around a tranquil central patio, the hotel’s 11 exclusive suites offer a cocoon of comfort within ancient stone walls. Each features a fireplace, heated floors and generous bathtubs, blending modern indulgence with the quiet grandeur of exposed beams and historic craftsmanship.
Cuisine Rooted in the Andes
The intimate dining room invites guests on a refined culinary journey, where authentic Peruvian flavours are elevated through fresh, locally sourced Andean ingredients. A thoughtfully curated selection of national and international wines and spirits completes the experience.
Holistic Wellbeing at Yacu
An oasis of calm within the manor, the Yacu Therapy Room offers bespoke treatments designed to restore balance to mind, body and spirit. All therapies use Inkaterra’s own premium spa products, crafted from 100% natural botanical extracts sourced from the surrounding region, ensuring a deeply restorative and authentic wellness experience.