Arequipa is known for its temples and mountain views, and entices visitors with popular attractions including Arequipa Cathedral and Arequipa Plaza de Armas.
If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to Arequipa Plaza de Armas— just one of the monuments in Historical Center. You could also start your cultural experience by heading over to the cathedral in the area.
If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to Arequipa Cathedral— just one of the monuments in Historical Center. You could also start your cultural experience by heading over to the cathedral in the area.
If you like haggling for the best price, you might want to head out to San Camilo Market in Historical Center and take in the atmosphere. Splash some more cash at Patio del Ekeko and Claustros de La Compañía.
If you'd like to get a taste of Arequipa student life, check out National University of St Augustin of Arequipa, located 1.2 mi (2 km) from central Arequipa.
My experience with Los Tambos started from the moment we booked via Expedia. Immediately, Vanessa followed up with a welcome note. When I inquired about tours to Colca Canyon, which we had trouble booking online without a Western Union transfer, she connected us with a guide and recommended a hotel in the canyon. Our experience on that excursion was incredible.
Our experience at Los Tambos itself was also remarkable. Very competent, truly charming staff! When we checked-in, Diego welcomed...
My experience with Los Tambos started from the moment we booked via Expedia. Immediately, Vanessa followed up with a welcome note. When I inquired about tours to Colca Canyon, which we had trouble booking online without a Western Union transfer, she connected us with a guide and recommended a hotel in the canyon. Our experience on that excursion was incredible.
Our experience at Los Tambos itself was also remarkable. Very competent, truly charming staff! When we checked-in, Diego welcomed...
Danielle
Reviewed December 22, 2015Reviewed December 22, 2015
If you are even considering Palacio Guaqui, look no further, and click BOOK NOW. This boutique luxury hotel combines the charm of old world cellar ceilings, beautifully preserved features, amazing amenities, delicious food and drinks with INCREDIBLE service. Likewise, Cesar, the hotel manager, is the best we’ve ever experienced—in every regard. We will definitely be back!!!
If you are even considering Palacio Guaqui, look no further, and click BOOK NOW. This boutique luxury hotel combines the charm of old world cellar ceilings, beautifully preserved features, amazing amenities, delicious food and drinks with INCREDIBLE service. Likewise, Cesar, the hotel manager, is the best we’ve ever experienced—in every regard. We will definitely be back!!!
Nora
Reviewed October 20, 2026Reviewed October 20, 2026
This hotel is gorgeous, super clean, and perfectly located. The beds, pillows, and linens are luxurious, providing a true 5-star experience during our 5-night stay. We enjoyed drinks on the rooftop with stunning views of Plaza del Armas, and the pizza was delicious! Highly recommended! Tip: If you use the laundry service, be sure to separate your darks from whites, as they wash everything together.
This hotel is gorgeous, super clean, and perfectly located. The beds, pillows, and linens are luxurious, providing a true 5-star experience during our 5-night stay. We enjoyed drinks on the rooftop with stunning views of Plaza del Armas, and the pizza was delicious! Highly recommended! Tip: If you use the laundry service, be sure to separate your darks from whites, as they wash everything together.
A hotel , looks and smell like a brand new car , perfect location, , and excellent service .we highly recommend this place, not a 5 star hotel but really close to me
A hotel , looks and smell like a brand new car , perfect location, , and excellent service .we highly recommend this place, not a 5 star hotel but really close to me
Marcel
Reviewed November 27, 2023Reviewed November 27, 2023
The Hotel is a little bit old. It is not well Lit at all.
But the food is outstanding, the staff is amazing. With the exception of the older guy that works at night in the front desk, that guy didn’t seem like he wanted to be bothered at all. Besides that, everybody else went out of their way to help you in anyway they could. I have stayed in five star five diamond hotels, and this has been the best staff I have ever experienced. Well done.
The staff is by far the star of all of this.
The Hotel is a little bit old. It is not well Lit at all.
But the food is outstanding, the staff is amazing. With the exception of the older guy that works at night in the front desk, that guy didn’t seem like he wanted to be bothered at all. Besides that, everybody else went out of their way to help you in anyway they could. I have stayed in five star five diamond hotels, and this has been the best staff I have ever experienced. Well done.
The staff is by far the star of all of this.
William
Reviewed February 25, 2025Reviewed February 25, 2025
Beautiful! I loved staying at this property! I really took advantage of early morning dips in the hot springs pools! I love that the pools are more natural than overly modernized. Everything is very clean and serine. The only downside is that the staff were not entirely helpful. I asked about getting transportation, and they sent me to a travel agency and the agency never responded. Also, they just said if I want to take public transport, I should take a bus to Yangue. When I arrived, there were...
Beautiful! I loved staying at this property! I really took advantage of early morning dips in the hot springs pools! I love that the pools are more natural than overly modernized. Everything is very clean and serine. The only downside is that the staff were not entirely helpful. I asked about getting transportation, and they sent me to a travel agency and the agency never responded. Also, they just said if I want to take public transport, I should take a bus to Yangue. When I arrived, there were...
We loved our six night stay at Katari. The rooms were comfortable with traditional furniture and lovely linens. The location on the Plaza de Armas can’t be beat. The views from the rooftop restaurant and bar are spectacular at all times of the day, but especially at sunset, with the lights on the cathedral coming up and the sun turning the snow capped volcanoes pink.
The only thing better are the staff, so kind, warm and responsive. Highly, highly recommend this place!
We loved our six night stay at Katari. The rooms were comfortable with traditional furniture and lovely linens. The location on the Plaza de Armas can’t be beat. The views from the rooftop restaurant and bar are spectacular at all times of the day, but especially at sunset, with the lights on the cathedral coming up and the sun turning the snow capped volcanoes pink.
The only thing better are the staff, so kind, warm and responsive. Highly, highly recommend this place!
The owner, Guillermo, empowers his staff to exceed expectations -- they are extremely responsive, friendly, and accommodating, prepared to adapt to unforeseen issues to solve them quickly and wonderfully.
They have excellent English and respond to email and phone inquiries promptly and fully. They arranged our tour from Puno to their lodge, into Colca Canyon and onto Arequipa, making it very easy for us to stay at Killawasi for two days and two nights, to enjoy hikes in the surrounding hills and...
The owner, Guillermo, empowers his staff to exceed expectations -- they are extremely responsive, friendly, and accommodating, prepared to adapt to unforeseen issues to solve them quickly and wonderfully.
They have excellent English and respond to email and phone inquiries promptly and fully. They arranged our tour from Puno to their lodge, into Colca Canyon and onto Arequipa, making it very easy for us to stay at Killawasi for two days and two nights, to enjoy hikes in the surrounding hills and...
Staff was very very friendly and the location is great. The room was a little small. Unlike a lot of hotels I have stayed at in Peru they didn't have filtered water, and only some bottled water available,
Staff was very very friendly and the location is great. The room was a little small. Unlike a lot of hotels I have stayed at in Peru they didn't have filtered water, and only some bottled water available,