Highlights
- Historic, characterful boutique hotel
- Close to 'Plaza de Armas' main square
- Beautifully-presented rooms
- Good value for money
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EnquireEl Retablo is a colourful and quirky boutique hotel centrally located in the Peruvian city of Cusco. This eye-catching, imaginatively-presented property is set in a well-preserved historic building which has been renovated to a high standard by the ‘Mountain Lodges of Peru’ hotel portfolio. With a stylish and arty feel, El Retablo celebrates the lively culture, traditions and heritage of the local people and the eclectic décor draws inspiration from folk art by local artisans.
There are 17 light, airy rooms in total, with two categories of room to choose from: ‘Superior’ and the slightly larger ‘Superior Deluxe’. Children are welcome, and the rooms are all modestly priced and creatively presented with bright, white walls and splashes of colour throughout. En-suite bathrooms are common to all rooms, with complimentary toiletries and smart TVs also provided and many come with pleasant city views.
There’s plenty to see and do within walking distance of the hotel, such as visiting prominent churches and museums, not to mention the many places to eat and drink. The city’s main square, the Plaza de Armas, is a buzzing hub of activity and only a short walk away. Many events and festivals are held in the square throughout the year and it’s also home to some impressive Spanish Colonial architecture, along with an eclectic array of shops, restaurants and cafes. Cusco’s charming cobbled streets are a genuine delight to explore – there are countless historic and religious buildings to spot, a bustling market, and plenty of parks to relax in.
We had such a good holiday. You did a fantastic job!
The house in Marrakesh was ridiculous. We effectively had it to ourselves. The accommodation was borderline palatial.
I actually think that the time we had in Marrakesh was sufficient. We could potentially have done a day by a pool but I think we’d done enough souk-ing by the end of Day Two.
The hotel in the mountains was a shade more rustic than I was expecting, but all great fun. Stunning views. The guide / mule / cook team were excellent and our guide (Hassan) tailored the treks to our capabilities well. He was superb, and really made an effort with the kids. The second and third day of trekking were particularly good. Such an adventure for the kids.
All the logistics worked seamlessly. Every aspect went like clockwork. Top marks. The advice on tipping was also much appreciated (I hate thinking that I’m getting mugged off or am potentially not giving enough…).
From my seven-year-old son:
I thought it was GREAT. The food was amazing and the culture was very interesting. My favourite bit was scrambling up rocks in the Atlas Mountains.
In retrospect, I’d probably do the trip in reverse. Flopping on the roof terrace after the rigours of the mountains would have been even more satisfying.
Henry O
reviewing Boutique Marrakech & Atlas Mountains
on 05 June 2025
We just wanted to thank you for an absolutely amazing holiday. Everything went exactly to plan and we were blown away with the quality of the guides, transport and accommodation. The itinerary was perfect for our family with a great mix of guided and free days and the different destinations complemented each other well. We will definitely be using Tourdust again for our next trip! Particular highlights were the Ha Long Bay cruise, Hanoi, and the morning cycle tour in Siam Reap
Jane P
reviewing Complete Vietnam For Families
on 14 May 2025
We had an extraordinary time. It was magical and we couldn't hav asked or hoped for more. Thank you both so much for all of your time and assistance.
Emma M
reviewing Best of Botswana for Families
on 18 November 2024