The Monasterio is as impressive as its clerical name suggests. It is housed in the 16th-century seminary of San Antonio Abad and delights guests with its marvelous stonework, colonial coats of arms, works of art from the Cusco School, and arcaded corridors. The elegant rooms are furnished with beautiful wooden furniture, exquisite artwork, and architectural details. Luxurious king-size or single beds and marble bathrooms are standard features. A stay at this luxury hotel feels like a visit to a museum—it's no surprise that the elegant building is a listed historical monument.
As the building is a listed monument, the hotel does not have a dedicated spa – however, aromatherapy treatments and Thai massages can be booked in your room. Cusco also offers endless opportunities to explore and discover Peru. Take time to acclimatize to the altitude and relax with a cup of coca tea. The magnificent San Antonio Abad Chapel, a shining example of colonial Baroque style, is located very close to the hotel and is well worth a visit. Or take a trip back in time through the hotel's extensive art collection: accompany an expert guide and be inspired by the breathtaking examples of 17th-century Cusco School paintings.
All 122 rooms are furnished with beautiful wooden furniture, exquisite artwork, and interesting architectural details. Dreamy king-size or single beds and marble bathrooms are standard features, as are LCD TVs, iPod docks, and Wi-Fi in the room. If you find that you are suffering from the thin air, the rooms can be additionally enriched with oxygen. Most rooms face the quiet courtyard, but some of the deluxe rooms offer views of Cusco, and some junior suites even span two floors. After a day of exploring the city, you can snuggle up in bed under hand-woven alpaca blankets and dream of the adventures that lie ahead.
The Monasterio, home to some of Cusco's finest restaurants, focuses on artisanal local products. Candlelit vaults, shady cloisters, and atmospheric live music provide the setting for unforgettable meals. Nestled in the cloister overlooking the leafy courtyard, Illariy offers a beautiful setting for a refined culinary experience – specialties range from tender Peruvian beef to spicy lemon cake. At El Tupay, you will be tempted by exquisite international cuisine made with local ingredients. Three evenings a week, the romantic vaults also resound with the sounds of opera performed by Cusco's best tenor and soprano.
The Belmond Monasterio offers a unique atmosphere in a former monastery and impresses both inside and out with its architecture and elegance. The rooms and suites range from luxurious rooms to the Royal Suite, but all are lovingly furnished in Spanish style and exude a special atmosphere. In the Therapy Suite, you can enjoy traditional aromatherapy or a Thai massage. The magnificent cloister invites you to linger and stroll through the classically structured garden. In three different restaurants, you can sample Peruvian cuisine and be overwhelmed by its specialties. In addition, there are Mediterranean-inspired dishes and international delicacies – the kitchen is bursting with ideas for creating new culinary highlights from local ingredients and international inspiration. For a digestif, the El Tupay lounge awaits you with creative cocktails and selected wines, and in the evening you can often enjoy arias and duets performed by the best soprano and tenor in town. Discover Cusco with a guide or take a 2-day trip to the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu: a land full of historical secrets awaits you. Our insider tip: secure a room with a view of the cloister. This view will transport you to another world.
