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Hotel Santa Maria

A 2-star hotel in the heart of Cusco, a 5-minute walk from the Plaza de Armas, with a rooftop terrace and city views.

  • Walk to Plaza de Armas in 5 minutes
  • Rooftop terrace with city views
  • Free Wi-Fi throughout the property
7.8 Very good 589 reviews Booking.com 7.8 · 589 reviews

About

Hotel Santa Maria

Hotel Santa Maria sits on Calle Santa Catalina Angosta, a quiet street in Cusco's historic centre. The hotel offers simple, clean rooms and a rooftop terrace with city views. The property includes a patio, sun terrace and garden area, ideal for relaxing after a day of sightseeing.

The hotel's staff receive consistently high praise for their friendliness and English proficiency. It offers practical amenities like luggage storage, a 24-hour reception, laundry and dry cleaning, plus a paid airport shuttle. Breakfast includes made-to-order eggs, and guests can enjoy the company of the hotel's resident cat, Maria.

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Security

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Heart of Cusco — A 5-minute walk to the Plaza de Armas, with the Church and Convent of Our Lady of Mercy just 600 metres away.
  • Welcoming staff — Guests consistently praised the friendliness and English-speaking ability of the reception team.
  • Rooftop terrace — A sunny rooftop with city views, popular with guests.
  • Practical extras — Luggage storage after checkout, laundry/dry cleaning, and paid airport shuttle.

Worth weighing

4 to weigh
  • Street noise possible — Central location near bustling streets may bring some noise, though the hotel itself sits on a quiet road.
  • Check-in hours limited — Check-in is only from 12:00 to 23:59 – late arrivals after midnight must plan ahead.
  • No parking — Hotel Santa Maria has no on-site parking. Guests arriving by car will need to find public options.
  • No pets allowed — Except for the resident cat, pets are not permitted.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Quadruple Room

  • Sleeping arrangements for 4 persons
  • Shower

Triple Room

  • Sleeping arrangements for 3 persons
  • Shower

Double Room

  • 1 Double bed,2 Single beds
  • Shower

Superior Double Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

General

  • Wi-Fi
  • 24-hour reception
  • Safe deposit box
  • No smoking on site
  • Luggage storage
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance

Outdoor

  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area

Room

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Ironing facilities
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

7.8
Very good 589 reviews

Guest-rated 7.8/10 from 589 reviews

Booking.com · 7.8 · 589 reviews
7.8Verified guest

“Breakfast was good with orange juice, and the location was ideal and quiet. The twin room was warm and comfortable.”

7.8Verified guest

“No issues at all – we really enjoyed our stay. The hotel is charming and the staff outstanding. Its location is just steps from the historic centre and old town. Our double room with a balcony was ready at check-in.”

7.8Verified guest

“Got a double room with a balcony as expected, and I liked it.”

7.8Verified guest

“The hotel was spotless and simple, with exceptionally friendly staff and a great location so close to the plaza. The surrounding streets were lively due to a festival being prepared.”

7.8Verified guest

“Visited with my extended family and we loved the generous breakfast with freshly made eggs. The location was excellent, and the English-speaking staff were a big help for our group.”

7.8Verified guest

“The receptionist spoke good English, which made communication easy during my travels.”

04 — Location

Getting around Cusco

The property sits in Cusco.

Plaza de Armas: The main square is a 5-minute walk, surrounded by shops, restaurants and colonial architecture.

Church and Convent of Our Lady of Mercy: This historic church is just 600 metres from the hotel, an easy stroll for sightseeing.

Calle Santa Catalina Angosta 158, Cusco, Cusco, Peru

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 12:00-23:59
Check-out
By 10:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed
Property
40 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What time is check-in and check-out?

Check-in is from 12:00 to 23:59, and check-out is at 10:00.

Is breakfast included?

Yes, breakfast is served and includes made-to-order eggs, orange juice, and other options.

Does the hotel have parking?

No, there is no parking at Hotel Santa Maria. Guests arriving by car should look for public parking nearby.

Can I leave my luggage after checkout?

Yes, the hotel offers luggage storage, which guests have used to make travel days easier.

Are pets allowed?

No pets are allowed at the hotel, except for the resident cat.

The bottom line

A dependable, budget-friendly choice for travellers who want to be steps from Cusco's historic sights. The rooftop terrace and attentive staff make up for the simple rooms.

7.8Best for: Location-focused travellers and families on a budget.

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