El Tuco Hotel in central Cusco offers a peaceful base with a garden, library, and welcoming bar. Relax on the sunny terrace or use WiFi throughout. The staff is praised for their helpfulness, and the hotel provides practical luggage storage for explorers.
Santiago, a neighborhood in Cusco, is home to El Tuco Hotel. Coricancha and Arch of Santa Clara are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit San Pedro Market and Santiago Plaza. Museo de Historia Natural and Planetarium Cusco are also worth visiting. Visit our Cusco travel guide
Avenida Grau 835, Cusco, Cusco
What's nearby
San Pedro Market
7 min walk - 0.6 km
Coricancha
8 min walk - 0.8 km
San Pedro Church
10 min walk - 0.9 km
Plaza de Armas
10 min walk - 0.9 km
Cusco Cathedral
12 min walk - 1.0 km
Getting around
San Pedro Station
9 min walk
Alejandro Velasco Astete Intl. Airport (CUZ)
5 min drive
Restaurants
La Valeriana - Bake shop
8 min walk
Parada Vegana
6 min walk
Don Esteban & Don Pancho
8 min walk
Cusco Culinary
5 min walk
Yola Restaurant
6 min walk
About this property
El Tuco Hotel
Hostal near Plaza de Armas
At El Tuco Hotel, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and a library. In addition to laundry facilities and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
Free self parking
Continental breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and luggage storage
A front-desk safe, concierge services, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: USD 5 per person
A bar/lounge
Snack bar/deli
Things to do
Library
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Garden
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Hardwood flooring in room
Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
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Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower
Toilet paper
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Access via exterior corridors
Desk
Individual furnishings
Laptop workspace
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 10 AM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 9 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children 7 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 7 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Peru Value-Added Tax (VAT) at 18%. A VAT exemption is available to travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing they are not a resident of Peru. The exemption applies only to stays in Peru not exceeding 60 days.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 5 per person
Airport shuttle fee: USD 6.75 per person
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property only accepts cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number 10072320919
We should mention
Children under 18 are generally not allowed to stay at properties in Peru without a parent, legal guardian or duly authorized responsible person. Accompanying adults may be asked for both their and the child's ID as well as any duly notarized 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
Children 7 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Property is also known as
El Tuco Hotel Cusco
El Tuco Cusco
El Tuco Hotel Cusco
El Tuco Hotel Hostal
El Tuco Hotel Hostal Cusco
Frequently asked questions
Is El Tuco Hotel pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at El Tuco Hotel?
As of 2026/4/27, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Tuco Hotel on 2026/4/30 start from NT$788, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at El Tuco Hotel?
Check-in start time: 10 AM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM.
What time is check-out at El Tuco Hotel?
Check-out is at 9 AM.
Does El Tuco Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 6.75 per person applies.
Where is El Tuco Hotel located?
Located in Santiago, this hostal is within a 15-minute walk of Coricancha and Plaza de Armas. Iglesia de Santo Domingo and San Pedro Market are also within 10 minutes. San Pedro Station is 9 minutes by foot and Cusco Wanchaq Station is 11 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
El Tuco Hotel Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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I like the area safe and super convenient for uber ride and walkable places like the bank,pharmacy,food and market.close to the airport.love the breakfast the owner coco and ana makes time to explain to me where’s a nice places to explore and see.as a solo traveler I feel safe.el-tuco hostel owner coco and ana makes me feel I’m home and safe.thank you coco and ana for the wonderful tips and ideas.good people and good service.I would recommend this place.
Great place,
Close to all atraction- walking distance.
Friendly accommodating staff.
Shame I woke up late and rushing out
Didn't get a chance to try the food.
Maybe next time
Very good at communication- have WhatsApp if you are from out of country and the owner will contact you directly. The room was clean and safe. Close to airport and city center. Just remember to bring cash they are cash only.
Room is clean, beds are confortable. Staff is friendly! Their strongest points are wifi (the fastest I’ve had in Peru so far) and shower (consistent hot water and good pressure).
I had an excellent stay. The couple running this hotel are lovely and ensure that guests have a pleasant stay. They cook breakfast every morning and will happily assist if you need a help with anything. The location is great as it's just few minutes walk from the centre of Cusco. The room is cleaned everyday and the shower has hot water and good pressure which is not the case in all hotels. Really recommend staying here.
Coco and Anna are very professional and ready to help you for everything you need . They are conversant in English as well and that helps a lot for non Spanish travellers . Though I wish I knew spanish !! . They even kept secure one of my personal item that I have forgotten in the room during checkout . Overall it’s a good and very safe place for the price !!!
Easily the most comfortable I have ever been in a hostel. The owner and his wife were very welcoming and helpful in deciding my plans for each day. The room looked just like the photos on the website. The bed was comfortable and made each day. The showers were hot and had good pressure with towels provided each day. The property owner allowed me to store my bags when I went on the Salkantay Trek free of charge. Adding a night was simple. I felt extremely safe in the hostel as there was a gate and the owner or his wife would let me into the property at all hours of the day. I truly can’t say how enjoyable and comfortable I was staying here.
La habitación estaba muy limpia, la ducha siempre tuvo agua caliente.
Coco y Ana son excelentes anfitriones, nos dieron recomendaciones para evitar el mal de altura y sobre lugares que visitar en Cusco.
El desayuno es suficiente y delicioso para iniciar el día.
Se encuentra a 3 calles de la avenida principal, a una cuadra hay un supermecado.
I stayed a couple of nights at El Tuco Hotel and the private room was clean and comfortable and the shower had plenty of hot water. Coco the owner was also a gracious host with plenty of good information and advice about things to do and for my visit to Machu Picchu.
Mark
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified
8/10 Good
Josee
2025/11/10
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Si vous cherchez le grand luxe à la nord-américaine, cet établissement n’est pas pour vous.
Si, par contre, vous aimez le style vieillot avec des hôtes toujours prêts à vous accompagner dans votre expérience à Cusco, c’est l’endroit parfait.
C’est propre, confortable et bien équipé. Il y a un bon wifi et de l’eau chaude, pour vrai.
C’est tout près de la Plaza de Armas (1,5km).
Si vous avez le sommeil léger, apportez des bouchons. C’est un édifice principalement bâti en ciment donc pas très isolé.
Wir waren mehrere Nächte im El Tuco und uns hat es sehr gut gefallen! Sehr saubere Schlaf- und Badezimmer, große und schöne Zimmer und eine super ausgestattete Küche, die man jederzeit nutzen kann. Coco und Anna sind sehr freundlich und total hilfsbereit. Wir würden sofort wieder hier übernachten :)