La Casona de Yucay

The Hotel Rio Sagrado is among the best hotels in the Sacred Valley, an oasis of peace and tranquility yet in easy reach of the area’s key attractions from Pisac town and market to Ollantaytambo, jumping off point for visits to Machu Picchu. There are 2 first class restauranrts, El Huerto which offers fine dining with both international and regional cuisine or you may prefer the sun-drenched El Jardin terrace overlooking the river and surrounding peaks.

The Hacienda Urubamba is a wonderful addition to the Sacred Valley, a lodge that exudes charm and warmth not to mention a long record of social and environmental awareness. Its design draws on the region’s rich colonial and Andean heritage and takes advantage of locally sourced materials and techniques synonymous with the company’s socially responsible ethos. Huge windows capture the wonderful views while the impressive lobby sets the tone for light-filled spaces set beneath lofty wood-be...

The Sol y Luna is an excellent deluxe option in the Sacred Valley surrounded by pretty gardens and constructed in natural materials, that blend in nicely with the environment. The facilities are second to none and at 2800m above sea-level, this is an ideal base to relax, acclimatise and explore the area.

The name says it all! Skylodge comprises of three transparent capsules bolted to a vertical granite rock face some 200m above the ground, accessed via a 40 minute hike or negotiating a “via ferrata” series of metal ladders and wires anchored to the cliff. The pods themselves are small, simple and functional yet perfectly comfortable to accommodate a maximum of four guests. Each comes equipped with a private bathroom (thankfully!). Although curtained, most guests tend to leave them complet...

Dating back to the 18th century, the Posada del inca occupies the grounds of a 300 year old Franciscan monastery replete with a picturesque chapel that has shaped the tone of the hotel design. Although admittedly, the hotel does have a resort feel popular with groups, it has been immaculately done and offers an insight into the traditional history and culture of the Sacred Valley. Moreover, it is excellent value for money and one of our go-to mid-range options in the Sacred Valley.