El Balcón
Tambo de Montero 222, Cusco City Centre, 051 Cusco, Peru – Excellent location - show map
El Balcón
In a renovated pre-colonial house from 1630, El Balcon features a charming terraced garden and views of Cusco from every room. Machu Picchu excursions and massage sessions can be arranged. Wi- Fi is free. At El Balcon, guests relax on the rustic wood gallery balconies while sipping on a Coca tea and admiring panoramic views of picturesque Cusco and the Andean scenery. Rooms are styled with natural fabrics, tapestries and details of regional décor. Some of them feature private balconies and seating areas with elaborately crafted furniture and rustic pillars. All rooms have private bathrooms and laundry services are available. Guests can wake-up and enjoy a Continental breakfast. El Balcon is a 20-minute walk from Saqsaywaman archeological site.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- 24-hour front desk
- Heating
- Terrace
- Laundry
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Nicola
United Kingdom“Lovely guesthouse. Staff very friendly and helpful. Tasty breakfast and very clean and comfortable room. Highly recommended.” 
Ashlea United Kingdom“We was a bit worried when we turned up as it said 'Hostel', however had a private room and bathroom and felt exactly like a hotel. Room was so cute, had 3 huge beds in and looked over the garden. The place was beautiful and so quaint. Staff...”
Nicola United Kingdom“A lovely hotel in a good location to walk to the main square. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The small restaurant served great food.”- John
Australia“Outstanding hotel. Beautiful, comfortable, excellent breakfast, good location, very helpful staff.” - Keith United Kingdom“Booked for 1 night originally but ended up staying there 3 times during our stay in Aquas Callientes. Staff were super helpful and friendly, kichen staff were brilliant. The breakfast is really good, better than most im our montg in Peru. fresh...”
Samantha United Kingdom“We stayed in a variety of price range places in Peru. This one had the best breakfast we had in the whole month. No heated serving plates with warm scrambled eggs. We were asked if we wanted eggs or pancakes for breakfast and they were made fresh...”
Jayne United Kingdom“Great location, comfortable beds and friendly staff”
Ema United Kingdom“Beautiful property with real character in a quiet part of Cusco. A very relaxing place to stay.”- Gemma United Kingdom“The location is central and it feels a nice escape from the city. The hotel offered bag storage for the day.”
- Elizabeth United Kingdom“We loved this beautiful little property tucked away just outside Cuzco’s main square. I loved how eco friendly it was. With signs to remind you about energy and water use and the little chard & lettuce growing outside our room”
Property questions and answersBrowse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the propertyThe property usually replies within a few days
How much are airport transfers?
Hello, It costs US$12.00 per 2 people. Regards,Answered on 17 September 2021Hello Is it possible to store luggage while we go on a 2 day trip to Machu Pichu
Hello! For sure, we can keep your luggage while you go to Machupicchu. Regards,Answered on 8 September 2022Is there an option for late check-out?
Good afternoon, if you want to make a late check out, you will have to pay extra, and also depends on the availability we have the day you want to mak..Answered on 17 April 2023That’s great. I plan to come late December early January. What is the cost of early entry ticket to MP, and cost of train? Thx!!
Hello Aproximatly 152 soles, train ticket the cost depent of the kind of service. El Balcon StaffAnswered on 18 August 2023Hi, are you able to book train and or Machu Pichu tickets for guests? Thx!!
Hello, yes we can help you kind regard. Maria El Balcon StaffAnswered on 17 August 2023Is the twin room with garden view in the balcony area, second floor? Thank you
we have twin rooms in the jarden area ( first floor- jarden view) and in the balcony area ( second floor - city view)Answered on 7 February 2024- Still looking?
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants1 restaurant on site
- Restaurant #1
No additional info available
Facilities of El BalcónGreat facilities! Review score, 8.8
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- 24-hour front desk
- Heating
- Terrace
- Laundry
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Linen
- View
- Outdoor furniture
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden
- HikingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Telephone
- Coffee house on site
- Restaurant
- Invoice provided
- Private check-in/check-out
- Concierge service
- Luggage storage
- Tour desk
- 24-hour front desk
- Daily housekeeping
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fax/photocopyingAdditional charge
- Safety deposit box
- Non-smoking throughout
- Wake-up service
- Heating
- Packed lunches
- Carpeted
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- English
- Spanish
House rulesEl Balcón takes special requests - add in the next step!
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 16 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
Based on local tax laws, Peruvian citizens (and foreigners staying more than 59 days in Peru) must pay an additional fee of 18%. To be exempt from this 18% additional fee (IVA), a copy of the immigration card and passport must be presented.
Please note both documents are required for fee exemption. Guests who are not able to present both documents will be required to pay the fee.
Foreign business travellers who require a printed invoice, will also be charged the additional 18% regardless of the length of their stay in Peru. This fee is not automatically calculated in the total costs for the reservation.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
FAQs about El Balcón
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Room options at El Balcón include:
- Quadruple
- Double
- Triple
- Twin
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El Balcón has 1 restaurant:
- Restaurant #1
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Check-in at El Balcón is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.
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El Balcón is 550 yards from the centre of Cusco. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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The prices at El Balcón may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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El Balcón offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Hiking
