Monasterio
A cherished landmark just steps from Cusco’s lively central square, Monasterio is built on the foundations of an Inca palace. Graceful archways, an exceptional art collection and gilded chapel are an invitation into the city's rich cultural history.
The original architecture of Monasterio remains beautifully intact, reflecting its origins as a Jesuit seminary and offering a blend of comfort, sophistication and cultural heritage. Within its ancient walls lie 117 rooms and suites – each distinct in size, shape and character. Every detail has been thoughtfully considered, and for those feeling the effects of Cusco’s altitude, oxygen-enriched air can be arranged.
Dining at Monasterio is an experience of place and history. Regional and classic Peruvian recipes, crafter from local produce, are served in atmospheric cloisters overlooking the leafy courtyard shaded by a 300-year old cedar tree. Three evenings a week, the space fills with the sounds of Cusco’s finest tenor and soprano during the hotel’s celebrated opera nights. For cocktail lovers, the Lobby Bar is the ideal setting to enjoy a traditional pisco sour – perhaps infused with local coca.
Art is woven into the foundation of Monasterio. The hotel houses one of Cusco’s finest collections of 18th-century colonial religious art, with century-old artworks displayed throughout. Central to the property is the San Antonio Abad Chapel, an ornate Baroque masterpiece of stone arches, gilded frames and sacred grandeur.
After a day exploring Cusco’s vibrant streets, the therapy room offers a serene retreat, where traditional Andean techniques soothe and restore. Guests can also visit the award-winning Hypnoze Spa at the Monasterio’s sister hotel next door for deeper rejuvenation.
Monasterio is more than a hotel—it’s a living piece of Cusco’s history.
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