Set in a striking 16th-century colonial mansion, La Casona is a 100% carbon-neutral and socially responsible boutique hotel, located in the city’s elegant Plaza Las Nazarenas in the heart of the historical city.

La Casona, Cusco’s first luxury boutique hotel reflects the mélange of cultures and traditions that distinguish Peru’s Incan capital. Set in a striking 16th-century colonial mansion, La Casona is located in the city’s elegant Plaza Las Nazarenas in the heart of the historical city, a block from the main square and Cusco Cathedral.

Inkaterra has meticulously created an 11-suite hotel, preserving the original design and architecture around two open patios. “When we restored the mansion in order to convert it into La Casona, we set out to ensure that we would end up with an elegant fusion of colonial and Inca culture,” says Jose Koechlin, chairman of Inkaterra, “one in which that we could create opulent yet tasteful suites where travelers would experience utter bliss and repose.”

La Casona’s 11 suites overlook either cobblestone city lanes or the interior patios. “In order to celebrate Cusco’s hybrid history and tradition, Incan artifacts, antique murals and
colonial furnishings blend with contemporary comforts and impeccable service,” continued Koechlin. Each suite has a sitting and private dining area, open fireplace and heated floors,
mini bar, flat screen TV, DVD player and iPod dock, and spacious private bathrooms are appointed with rain showers, massive tubs, twin sinks and eco-friendly amenities. Public spaces in the manor include sitting and dining rooms, reading lounge and outdoor terraces.

“Our goal is to indulge our guests’ every whim,” Koechlin explains, “which is why we set out to create an environment akin to the most luxurious private country house, with constant housekeeping visits throughout the day, 24-hour room service and complimentary wireless Internet access.”

As at other Inkaterra properties at Machu Picchu, Lake Titicaca and in the Amazon, interactive conservation & social responsibility programs are available, and stays at La Casona are 100% carbon neutral.

“At La Casona, the food is fresh, natural and nutritious, making creative use of local ingredients and indigenous culinary secrets,” Koechlin observes, “and our ‘Experience Concierge,’ guides and drivers are trained to prioritize the needs of each visitor by offering an array of experiences, services and excursions in order to best explore Cusco and its surroundings”.

La Casona offers double suites with breakfast from US$ 600 per night, as well as all inclusive programs with excursions, transfers, meals and bar service from US$ 480 per person, per night. Cusco Airport, 10 minutes from the hotel, is served by hourly flights from Lima or daily flights from Puno, Arequipa, Puerto Maldonado and La Paz. Inkaterra is Peru ́s pioneer sustainable tourism operator and hotel developer. In addition to its boutique hotel in Cusco, it owns and operates the Inkaterra Machu Picchu Hotel at Machu Picchu; the Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica in the rainforest near Puerto Maldonado; the new Titilaka Inkaterra near Puno on the shore of Lake Titicaca; luxury villas at Urubamba in the Sacred Valley and it will soon be opening a luxury boutique hotel in Lima.

To know more, visit www.inkaterra.com.