Highlights
- Historic property with contemporary touches
- Excellent central Cusco location
- Near main square, museums, markets, cafes
- Excursions further afield available
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EnquireHotel Mercado is a charming and characterful property located in Peru’s vibrant city of Cusco, ancient Inca capital, and lively modern-day destination. The hotel is only a few blocks from the Plaza de Armas, the city’s main square known for its colonial-era buildings and bustling cafes and many of Cusco’s must-see attractions are within easy walking distance. The hotel is situated in what was once a market and has an authentic, historical feel along with some well-presented, contemporary facilities.
Bedrooms come in five different categories ranging from the Superior Single Room to the Suite. All rooms are en-suite and come with a marble bathroom and a rain shower along with other amenities such as a hairdryer and a TV with cable channels. Heating is provided and there’s plenty of space, even in the most basic room options.
The on-site restaurant is open for three meals a day, plus there’s a bar area that’s open from lunch onwards. All meals are freshly prepared and menus feature a varied line-up of local and international dishes. The hotel puts on live entertainment shows and informative classes to teach guests all about the city’s culture and traditions. Families with young children are welcome, although note that there is no babysitting service.
There’s something new to discover around every corner in Cusco thanks to its long, rich history. It’s easy to explore independently at your own pace, especially since the hotel is just a short walk from the city’s many museums, churches and monuments. There are also plenty of cafes, restaurants and bars dotted around and there’s some lively nightlife too. There are a variety of excursions that can be arranged, including two offered by the hotel itself which comes under the Mountain Lodges of Peru portfolio. The first option is the ‘Hike Inkilltambo’, a half-day trek that takes in two fascinating archaeological sites outside of the city; the other option, ‘San Pedro Market’, is a guided tour of this very popular market where all sorts of foods, crafts and local wares are sold.
Dear Lisa. On behalf of the three generations of the Rowland family. Thank you, so much, for organising our wonderful holiday to Botswana and the Victoria Falls. The trip of a lifetime. The week mobile camping in the bush, with our guide Nandos and his crew was a fantastic adventure. How they manage to cook such wonderful food on an open fire is amazing. The sites were constantly visited by monkeys and once by elephants. We were even lucky enough to see two packs of wild dogs, once with a kill. Waterberry Lodge on the Zambezi River is a wonderfully tranquil place. Ideal to relax after the adventures of our safari and visiting Victoria Falls. Very many thanks once again
Godfrey R
reviewing Private Mobile Family Safari in Botswana
on 25 September 2023
We had a great time - even with the flight between Governors and the coast being two flights and a car! We also experienced a power cut At Nairobi airport on the way home so 2+ hours late taking off. Governors. Wonderful people and dealt with the flight delay very well - taking us back and letting us know that we could stay there if the flight was delayed overnight. The game drives were excellent and our guide (Erick) obviously very experienced and managed to find all the key animals - no rhino in that part of the Masai Mara but everything else in abundance - never seen so many herbivores (many many elephants as well as all the others) as well as two prides of lions. Could not have asked for more. The ‘tent’ was excellent and comfortable and well serviced. The only ‘complaint’ would be that the food - especially dinner - could be improved (I think we got a bit bored of soup as a starter for every meal bar one) and the main courses were not at the same level as Kinondo Kwetu and while all were explained there was no choice offered. The breakfasts were just what was needed after an early game drive. Kinondo Kwetu. What a great location and the welcome when we arrived at just gone 11.00pm was better than you could have ever thought possible - they we’re disappointed that we did not at that time want the full dinner experience! The rooms we’re comfortable. The food was excellent but again no choice was offered - other than for allergy reasons (which we do not have). May be some choice would be nice. Having said that the food we did have was excellent as were the wines (albeit a short list!) and other drinks. There were (as you know) lots of facilities/sports options - but we spent our time relaxing which was exactly what we needed and there were lots of places to do that. Overall. We would go back to both places - perhaps a few more nights at Kinondo Kwetu next time but 3 nights at Governors was perfect for us. Thank you for organising and recommending both places. That you and your colleague for trying to find out about the plane (flat tyre) but communication by the flight company left a lot to be desired (Governors were furious that they were not told and had taken us to the airstrip). Phil
Philip R
reviewing Masai Mara Safari & Kenya Beach
on 01 September 2023
It was certainly a holiday of a lifetime for us and we loved every minute!! The standard and location of each accommodation was excellent, as was the variety of each different accommodation type. Our schedule was perfect and we managed to achieve everything on our to-do task list. Your documents were also really helpful, as were the driving directions. We all thank you for making this such a wonderful holiday. Happy to leave a review publicly if you point me the right way. Best Steve
Stephen H
reviewing Classic Garden Route & Eastern Cape Safari
on 01 September 2023