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El Balcon

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, 6-minute walk to Plaza de Armas

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Travelers experience Cusco's heritage at El Balcon with continental breakfast and coffee shop. The sun-filled terrace offers city views, and the garden provides a quiet retreat. Multilingual staff and concierge services help guests navigate the ancient Inca capital.
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Restaurant

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In-room safe, WiFi, bed sheets

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

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In-room safe, WiFi, bed sheets

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

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In-room safe, WiFi, bed sheets

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

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In-room safe, WiFi, bed sheets

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

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In-room safe, WiFi, bed sheets

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

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In-room safe, WiFi, bed sheets

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

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In-room safe, WiFi, bed sheets

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

Map
Tambo De Montero 222, Cusco, Cusco, 8002

What's nearby

  • Plaza El Regocijo - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Plaza de Armas - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Cusco Cathedral - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • San Pedro Market - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Coricancha - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • San Pedro Station - 13 min walk
  • Cusco (CUZ-Alejandro Velasco Astete Intl.) - 8 min drive

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

Hotel near Plaza de Armas
You can look forward to free continental breakfast, a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe at El Balcon. In-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A local area shuttle, tour/ticket information and smoke-free property
  • A 24-hour front desk, laundry services and concierge services
  • Multilingual staff, a front desk safe and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at El Balcon have perks, such as bathrobes, as well as amenities, such as safes and free bottled water.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Heating, daily housekeeping and phones

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. 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%).

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
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
Property Registration Number 20442088811

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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.
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 is also known as

El Balcon Cusco
El Balcon Hotel
El Balcon Hotel Cusco
Balcon Hotel Cusco
El Balcon Hotel
El Balcon Cusco
El Balcon Hotel Cusco

Frequently asked questions

Is El Balcon pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at El Balcon?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at El Balcon?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at El Balcon?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is El Balcon located?

Located in Cusco Historic Center, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Museo Irq’i Yachay and Plaza de Armas. Museo de Plantas Sagradas Magicas y Medicinales and Plaza Sán Cristobal are also within 10 minutes. San Pedro Station is 13 minutes by foot and Cusco Wanchaq Station is 23 minutes.

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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
Rating 10 - Excellent. 214 out of 301 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 58 out of 301 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 301 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 301 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 301 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little hotel! The breakfast was perfect! Upstairs neighbors were loud and the hotel is a little ways away from everything which requieres a lot of walking to everything but on the upside less noisy than the center.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely rustic and cozy hotel right in the heart of the city center. The restaurant had excellent food and the staff was all very pleasant.Easily walkable. Close to the train station and airport. My only complaint was the wi-fi signal in the hotel room was poor, though it worked fine in the common areas and restaurant.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We missed our Nov 3 reservation due to flight issues but we had Nov 5 booked and decided to stay another night almost immediately. Staff was very welcoming and the premises feel so relaxing. The cherry on top was the omelette for breakfast and delicious coffee. Wonderful place. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, beautiful, attentive staff, great breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were fabulously clean, comfortable beds, the staff was super friendly, and the courtyard was beautiful. It was a noisy street, but that seemed to be a consistent everywhere in Cusco. Easy walk to the main square. The balcony was a great place to sit and enjoy the view.
The courtyard as you walk in.
Rooms with a view.
Our view from the balcony.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with clean spacious clean rooms. Breakfast was so fresh and delicious. The main square was so close it’s walkable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vadzim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great experience
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I don’t often leave reviews but this is an awesome place to stay if you plan to be out exploring Cusco. Comfortable beds, clean rooms, great breakfast and away from the traffic. Quiet location but only a 5 minute walk to the main square and city centre. Small thing to consider, if you have a lot of luggage or bags on wheels some routes include stairs. Highly recommend. Cheers!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Stuart

Liked: Amenities
This was a quaint, well kept, Peruvian style place with helpful staff. Restaurant was really good but limited. Was a good value! Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sebastiano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great service, the staffs was very helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

E.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The place was pretty nice overall. Breakfast was better than most places we have been to in Peru. The noise was awful though. Starting at about midnight fireworks were going off like every 15 minutes, creating a form of psychological torture. This went on pretty much till it got light out, at that time, the people above us started making loud noises. Like dropping pool balls or something on the hard wood floors. Overall the place was clean and did the job for one night
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Peyton

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a hostel. Scary showers and the doors don’t really lock.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simratpal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff is generous and property is clean
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Mitchel Kristoffer

Liked: Cleanliness
Good service, beautiful property. Rooms are freezing cold and the small heater they provide does absolutely nothing. Never been so cold in a hotel before. Not worth the price per room either honestly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place to stay in Cusco. The second floor really offered us a good view of Cusco city with Andean backdrop. Breakfast was very good, with everything was made in house including yogurt, jam, coffee and hot breakfast.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shabbir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
El Balcon is a nice hotel. However it is not reccomended for people with disabilities or problem with walking steep roads or climbing steps. The hotel breakfast is excellent and staff is very courteous and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was beautifully restored and maintained. It is in a great location - close to the city's plaza - which makes walking around and exploring Cusco great. There is also a full jug of clean water in the lobby at any time, which allows for easy drinking. The staff was accommodating and kind, and allowed us to store our bags during the Incan trail.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

ANNA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very safe hotel (main door to road is always locked-staff buzz you in), great bed, dark room for sleeping, charming courtyard, hot shower, friendly staff, lovely breakfast. We only had breakfast one of two days because we left at 4:30 am on second day (we were not offered a takeaway breakfast, but not expecting it either). The outdoor walking paths are wonderful but could be difficult for individuals with poor footing. The door to the room was initially a little finicky to close-but was easier with practice. Great view!!
View from balcony
Walk up to rooms/ entrance to dining/tea area
Breakfast area
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cozy. Lots of character. Great staff. Very accomodating

10/10 Excellent

Hilary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A quiet, friendly corner with a view!

Ei Balcon was perfect for me. Time for myself and writing in a beautiful place; an excellent breakfast, a good supper and glass of wine if I wanted it. Friendly service and easy access to the centre, along with wonderful views. I hope I will have the chance to come back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice little refuge in Cusco

Hotel is quaint and a little quirky. Wifi didn't perform well in the room, but was better in outdoor garden seating and cafe. A cooked breakfast was included, which is always a plus in my book. Staff super nice and helpful. Easy walking to central plaza, shopping and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is full of rustic charm. It is a little up the hill with stunning views over Cusco. While the traffic is quieter some of the guests were not so quiet. I really liked the place but it would not be for everyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022