I stayed here for 3 nights during the end of a solo visit to the Sacred Valley. I read reviews that the hotel needs updating, that it was in a good location, and that the breakfast buffet was excellent. I cared more about the location than anything else.
Traveling solo, I liked that the hotel was just a couple of blocks from the main square (Plaza de Armas) and just down the street from a large square (cannot recall the name). On the morning before my flight, there was a large gathering at the square of children dressed in their colorful native attire. It was the first day of the Festival of the Sun celebration, and the children looked adorable. The location of the hotel was great for visiting landmarks around the City, going to restaurants and the area felt very safe, even at night.
Regarding the hotel needing updating, the hotel was very large and appeared to be rather grand in its' heyday. However, compared to the B&B and small hotel that I stayed in Ollantaytambo and Aquas Calientes, this place felt safe and secure. I also liked that there was heat in the rooms because I literally froze at the other places.
The second evening of my stay, I became extremely ill with vomiting, diarrhea and shivering. I attributed this to a restaurant I had eaten at earlier. The following day, I didn't have the strength to visit the Sunday Pisac Market as I had wanted and just stayed in bed most of the day. I was so thankful for having heat in the room. I managed to make it downstairs that morning for fruit and juice. The staff appeared concerned and asked if there was anything they could do.
The hotel had a spa, sauna and jacuzzi. In consideration of my chills, and body aches from the previous week's excursions, I decided to use the sauna and jacuzzi. I had to wait until 3pm for it to open however, the hot water and steam was so therapuetic. Actually, the water was so hot in the pool, I had to keep getting out to cool off -lol. The cost was only $17 for 2 hours, although I did not need 2 full hours. Perhaps if I had someone else to talk to. I felt so much better afterward.
My room was an adequate size but smaller than the other 2 locations that I had stayed. The shower had plenty of hot water, the bed was comfortable, and the breakfast buffet was filling, with made to order omelets, bread, pastry, meat, and freshly made juices. I would stay here again.
- Royal Inka Ii Cusco
