Palacio del Inka, a Luxury Collection Hotel, CuscovsEl Balcon
Both properties are rated very highly by expert writers. Overall, Palacio del Inka, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Cusco ranks significantly higher than El Balcon. Palacio del Inka, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Cusco comes in at 88 with praise from 9 sources including Lonely Planet, Travel + Leisure and Frommer's.
Palacio del Inka, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Cusco
Plazoleta Santo Domingo 259, Cusco 51 84, Peru
From $159/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Fodor's
"Close enough, but still removed from the hubbub of the Plaza de Armas, the glass-covered lobby of this hotel... gives you a good idea of the sleek contemporary design that is the signature of this hotel chain." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"From the arcaded slate lobby to the exposed ancient Inca wall in the atmospheric Rumi Bar, this historic city-hotel echoes the impressive Koricancha... with its unique stone features." Full review
Star Service
"This elegant hotel reveals a secret at every turn and is one of the best places in Cusco for big upscale groups. Individuals, too, find this a delightful base for exploration." Full review
Frommer's
"One of Cusco's top hotels, now competing with more than just the Monasterio at the top end, the Libertador could just as easily be called the Conquistador." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
94.9
""This place is a real oasis, especially if you're there during one of Cuzco's many festivals."" Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"Vast but intricately styled: this is one of Peru's heavyweight five-star hotels." Full review
Jetsetter
"Historic mansion turned Machu Picchu reprieve in the heart of Cusco, with atmospheric rooms, a stellar spa, and preserved colonial details." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"The historic Spanish Colonial design of Palacio del Inka, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Cusco is both romantic and charming, drawing mostly couples for a sophisticated stay." Full review
Frommer's
"Stone archways, the magnificent colonial courtyard, coffered wood ceilings, and terra-cotta tiles. Joining them are signature Luxury Collection beds and state-of-the-art technology like LED TVs" Full review
Lonely Planet
"Opulence bedecks this colonial mansion built over Inca foundations." Full review
El Balcon
Tambo de Montero 222, Cusco 5184, Peru
From $10/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"This handsome and sprawling early-17th-century colonial building has beautiful long balconies and excellent views of the city."
Lonely Planet
"A reader favorite, this renovated 17th century building features regional antiquities and 16 plain yet pleasant rooms, all with balconies, phone and TV." Full review