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Where to sleep in Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu town)?

Aguas Calientes is the closest town to Machu Picchu. It is located 112 kilometers from the city of Cusco and only 10 kilometers from the Inca archaeological site. It is the best place to sleep before your visit to Machu Picchu. It is one of the most cosmopolitan towns on the planet. There you can see people from all over the world gathered to see the famous Inca city.



Main square of Aguas Calientes
Main square of Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu Town

The town of Aguas Calientes is a welcoming and lively place. Its streets are full of people from all over the world. There you can enjoy a huge variety of bars and restaurants as well as hotels of all prices.


Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel

Modern hotel located in front of the Vilcanota River and the mountains. It offers the tourist a luxurious experience as well as learning about the diverse Andean customs such as: gastronomy, customs and relaxation. Includes: breakfast, conference room, hot tub, spa, concierge, private balcony, mini bar and more.

  • Address: Av. Pachacutec 808, (Machu Picchu town, Cusco – Peru).
  • Approximate price double room: 369 $ per night.
  • Category: 5 stars.

Belmond Hotel Sanctuary Lodge

The only hotel located next to Machu Picchu. It has luxurious facilities with views of the mountains surrounding the Inca city. Rooms include desks, coffee machines, TV, black out curtains, free wifi, safe and more. It also offers: breakfast and lunch buffet, bar, dining room, gardens and more.

  • Address: Hiram Bingham Highway Km. 7.5. (Machu Picchu town, Cusco – Peru).
  • Approximate price double room: 1,055 $ per night.
  • Category: 5 stars.

Tierra Viva Machu Picchu

Modern hotel located in front of the Vilcanota River. At the door of the hotel you can board the buses that take you to Machu Picchu. Its facilities have artistic decorations. Its rooms include suites, private balcony, free wiki, TV, safe, air conditioning. Includes: breakfast, laundry service, business room and more.

  • Address: Road Puente Ruinas Mz. 4, (Machu Picchu town, Cusco – Peru).
  • Approximate price double room: 123 $ per night.
  • Category: 4 stars.

Hotel El Mapi by Inkaterra

Hotel with a naturalistic design away from the town and surrounded by trees. It has suites and rooms that include mini bar, safe, refrigerator, TV and windows with good views. The hotel also offers free internet, free wifi, free breakfast, excursions, laundry service, lounge bar, restaurant and more.

  • Address: Av. Pachacutec 109, (Machu Picchu town, Cusco – Peru).
  • Approximate price double room: 197 $ per night.
  • Category: 4 stars.

Taypikala Hotel Machu Picchu

Modern hotel located at the top of the town of Aguas Calientes. It has comfortable rooms with beautiful views of the town and the mountains. They offer suites, bathtub-shower, TV, telephone and hairdryer. Facilities also include: free internet, buffet breakfast, lounge bar, laundry service and more.

  • Address: Av. Pachacutec 808, (Machu Picchu town, Cusco – Peru).
  • Approximate price double room: 135 $ per night.
  • Category: 4 stars.

Casa Andina Classic Machu Picchu

Modern hotel located between the train tracks and the Vilcanota River. Its facilities are spacious and cozy. They have suites, safe, TV, cleaning service. The hotel offers: free internet, restaurant, free breakfast, ironing service and more. The service is committed and friendly.

  • Address: Prolongación Imperio de los Incas Avenue E-34 (Machu Picchu town, Cusco – Peru).
  • Approximate price double room: 116 $ per night.
  • Category: 4 stars.

Casa del Sol Machu Picchu

Comfortable hotel located in the forests of Aguas Calientes. It is characterized by harmonious facilities such as: spa service, whirlpool bath, laundry service, free breakfast and free internet. The rooms and suites are spacious and feature: mini bar, air conditioning, TV, safe and more.

  • Address: 608 Imperio de los Incas Avenue (Machu Picchu town, Cusco – Peru).
  • Approximate price double room: 194 $ per night.
  • Category: 4 stars.

Waman Hotel Machu Picchu

Modern hotel characterized by good service and clean facilities. The hotel offers free breakfast, lounge bar, laundry service, free internet, suites. The rooms include telephone, TV, bathtub – shower as well as alarm clock service. It is located in the town of Aguas Calientes, close to all services.

  • Address: Calle Wiracocha Nº 202 (Machu Picchu town, Cusco – Peru).
  • Approximate price double room: 126 $ per night.
  • Category: 4 stars.

Hotel Ferre Machu Picchu

High and modern hotel located between the mountainous bushes and the Vilcanota River. It has several rooms and suites that include: maid service, mini bar, safe, TV and beautiful views. The hotel offers breakfast, luggage storage, laundry, free wifi, spa and an elevator to move around all floors.

  • Address: 634 Imperio de los Incas Avenue (Machu Picchu town, Cusco – Peru).
  • Approximate price double room: 70 $ per night.
  • Category: 3 stars.

Hotel La Cabaña Machu Picchu

Comfortable and friendly hotel located at the top of the town of Aguas Calientes. It has a bathroom with a hot spring from the hot springs of Machu Picchu. Its facilities include mountain and town views, desks, bathtubs – showers, TV, modern suites and more. In addition, the hotel offers free breakfast, free wifi and dining room. The staff is very attentive.

  • Address: Av. Pachacutec Nº 805 (Machu Picchu town, Cusco – Peru).
  • Approximate price double room: 74 $ per night.
  • Category: 3 stars.
Aguas Calientes has excellent hotel services
Aguas Calientes has excellent hotel services

Advice from people who have been there

Aguas Calientes

Daisy L.By: Daisy L.

“No cars“

“I was surprised that the town of Aguas Calientes has no roads for vehicles, there are only hundreds of passages where people can pass through; it is full of bars, restaurants and hotels, it is very nice, although some things are a little expensive.“

 

By Ticket Machu Picchu – Last updated, July 26, 2024