La Casona
Cuzco, Peru
Inkaterra presents Cusco’s first luxury boutique hotel, reflecting a privileged melange of culture and tradition. A colonial manor house — perhaps the first Spanish construction in Cusco — centrally located on an Incan settlement near Cusco’s present-day main square, later occupied by the conquistadores of Peru and their descendants. Eleven suites, furnished with antiques and decorated with original architectural detail, surround a sumptuous courtyard, where the patina of time is tastefully preserved. The decoration incorporates baroque colonial furniture and grand Spanish splendor; adobe, plaster, tile, fire and water are the main design elements. Contemporary amenities create the ambience of comfort and exclusivity enjoyed by residents in centuries past. La Casona has been carefully restored to retain its historical heritage. It has been equipped with modern comforts without sacrificing authenticity, capturing the sense of privacy and privilege shared by those who once lived there.
The hotel, surrounded by astounding Andean sceneries and lovely cobblestone streets, is located next to the Museum of Pre-Columbian art, in a special oasis between San Blas artist district and Cusco’s vibrant main square Plaza Las Nazarenas, where guests discover the city’s majestic past.
The Inkaterra concierge and butler make it possible for every guest to experience a personal Cusco adventure, according to individual whims. The staff will present excursions and organize gourmet picnics, or suggest the best local fare according to the wishes of the guests.
The food is fresh, natural and nutritious, making creative use of local ingredients as the portal for exploring and discovering indigenous culinary secrets. Dishes are served in the main dining room and on the terrace.