El Balcon

3.0 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near Plaza de Armas

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Porch
In-room safe, WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
Balcony
View from room
Immerse yourself in Cusco's rich history at El Balcon, where a warm welcome awaits with continental breakfast and a charming coffee shop. Explore the city's vibrant spirit on the sun-kissed terrace or unwind in the serene garden, all while being supported by multilingual staff and helpful concierge services.
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Area shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Front desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Bathrobes

Room options

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Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 30 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double or Twin Room, 3 Single Beds, Balcony, Mountain View

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 40 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Family Suite

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Garden Area

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Suite, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Heating
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
  • 40 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Twin Room, Garden Area

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Double or Twin Room, 3 Single Beds, Garden Area

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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About the area

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Tambo De Montero 222, Cusco, Cusco, 8002

What's nearby

  • Plaza de Armas - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Cusco Cathedral - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Twelve Angled Stone - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • San Pedro Market - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Coricancha - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Cusco (CUZ-Alejandro Velasco Astete Intl.) - 8 min drive
  • Poroy Station - 9 min drive
  • San Pedro Station - 13 min walk
  • Cusco Wanchaq Station - 23 min walk
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Yokomo Restaurant Cusco - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Il Olivo - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪El Mordisc'o Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Vikingo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Cantina - ‬2 min walk

About this property

El Balcon

El Balcon offers a great location, putting you within a short 10-minute walk of Plaza de Armas. A terrace and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 17 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
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Parking

    • No on-site parking
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Off-site

    • Area shuttle*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–9:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee shop
  • Room service (limited hours)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Bathrobes

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fee & policy details

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • You may be asked to pay the following charges at the property: Peru value-added tax (18%). Nonresident travellers who present a valid passport and tourist visa/immigration card may be exempt from value-added tax (18%).

Optional extras

  • Local area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Children under 18 are generally not allowed to stay at properties in Peru without a parent, legal guardian or duly authorised responsible person. Accompanying adults may be asked for both their and the child's ID as well as any duly notarised supporting documentation. Visitors who plan to travel with children should consult with a Peruvian consulate office prior to travel for further guidance.

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts major credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
According to Peruvian law, cash is not accepted for payments over PEN 2,000 or USD 500. Payments greater than these amounts must be settled by credit card or other methods approved by the property and local law. Payments cannot be split between currencies.
Property Registration Number 20442088811

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does El Balcon offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, El Balcon does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at El Balcon?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at El Balcon?

Sorry, there's no on-site parking at El Balcon.

What are the check-in and check-out times at El Balcon?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at El Balcon and nearby?

El Balcon has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near El Balcon?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.

What's the area around El Balcon like?

El Balcon is in Cusco Historic Center, a short 6-minute walk from Plaza de Armas and 7 minutes' walk from Plaza El Regocijo.

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Reviews

El Balcon Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.4

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as great, high quality, delicious, fresh, and with plenty of choices. (36 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great breakfast and good coffee.
Naomi, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Breakfast was great, check-in went smoothly, clean room
Claudie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great property, great view, great breakfast
Aryaman, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is a cute accommodation, very authentic and not a cookie cutter. The way it’s set is to disconnect, there is no tv in the room, just a good simple room with a good mattress. Breakfast is great, good cofffee.
Amalia, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic place to stay. Wonderful food options and very friendly staff.
Kyle, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, beautiful, attentive staff, great breakfast
Benny, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very cute hotel. Our stay there for 2 nights was perfect. The kitchen staff were very kind and the eggs were good.
Sarah, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The room was clean and basic. Breakfast was great and had wonderful service. The room and hotel are very rustic, no tv and you can hear outside noise.
Matthew, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very good breakfast, good environment
Carol Su Ming, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The stay was fantastic and super unique - the staff was super friendly, the grounds were beautiful, and the room was clean and quiet. The hotel has a very antique and rustic feel which very much added to it as well.
Sebastiano, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Every thing is great except the room is small. The front desk, the breakfast are great
zhiqiang, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly and attentive staff, helped us book taxis as needed, breakfast buffet was high quality and included made-to-order eggs or pancakes, and close to the city center. Plus the view of the city from the second level is so beautiful.
Marco, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I cannot recommend this property enough. Absolutely incredible.
Blake, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

The hotel is clean, rustic with friendly staff, but can be noisy from street traffic. I would stay there again.
Jack, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing staff, beautiful views of Cusco .
CRISTINA, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a fantastic time during our stay. The staff, in particular, are very personable and caring for their residents. I would certainly recommend staying here.
Benjamin, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the place and staff are very friendly!
Bilma, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was extremely friendly and they were incredibly flexible about storing our luggage before we could check in and during the five days we were on our trek.
Abigail, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great service, the staffs was very helpful.
Abel, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly, Clean, Comfortable

Wonderful staff, excellent restaurant, and super comfy room. Accommodating, friendly, and caring. Thank you for a lovely stay and the beautiful meals.
Jackie, 21-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love this property. Nested in the hills on Cusco. The staff was friendly and helpful. The view over the city is amazing.
Melissa, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved this place. Very friendly staff, good food, beautiful old building and great views. Excellent start to our trip.
Michael, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel,great breakfast, had a heater, robes
Jenny, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great attention by staff. Very close to the center of Cuzco. Rooms are comfortable and clean. The free breakfast is excellent
Oscar, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely amazing place, breakfast was the best we had anywhere. The people here are so friendly!