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Cusco is the former capital of the vast Inca Empire, and one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the Western Hemisphere. Today, it is the capital of the Cusco region and one of the most visited places in Peru.

Region: Peru

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  • JW Marriott El Convento Cusco

    JW Marriott El Convento Cusco

    Cuzco, Peru
    Our 5-Star classification designates those select properties that provide exquisite service and amenities. The discriminating traveler will find the accommodations, ambiance, dining, and staff assistance of the highest caliber. These properties offer the utmost in luxury and will provide an outstanding experience.
    • Not An All-Inclusive Property
      Not An All-Inclusive Property
    • No Honeymoon Amenity
      No Honeymoon Amenity
    • Spa Services
      Spa Services
    • Family Program Not Offered
      Family Program Not Offered
    • Breakfast Not Included
      Breakfast Not Included
    • Not A Beachfront Property
      Not A Beachfront Property
    • No Meal Plans Available
      No Meal Plans Available
    • Air Conditioning
      Air Conditioning
    • Non-Smoking Property
      Non-Smoking Property

    Housed in an elaborately restored 16th-century convent, this hotel provides an enriching stay in the beauty of the Andes where modern comfort blends with historic grandeur.

    • Not An All-Inclusive Property
      Not An All-Inclusive Property
    • No Honeymoon Amenity
      No Honeymoon Amenity
    • Spa Services
      Spa Services
    • Family Program Not Offered
      Family Program Not Offered
    • Breakfast Not Included
      Breakfast Not Included
    • Not A Beachfront Property
      Not A Beachfront Property
    • No Meal Plans Available
      No Meal Plans Available
    • Air Conditioning
      Air Conditioning
    • Non-Smoking Property
      Non-Smoking Property

    Housed in an elaborately restored 16th-century convent, this hotel provides an enriching stay in the beauty of the Andes where modern comfort blends with historic grandeur.

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Overview

Cusco is a treasure trove of archaeological remains and Spanish colonial structures. In fact, the ruins of the ancient Inca city serve as the foundation for the city’s Spanish architecture that still stands today. The stone streets of Cusco lead to one of the most important Inca ruins in the area, Sacsayhuaman, a massive citadel constructed by large boulders so precisely cut they fit together without mortar. Located less than a mile from Plaza de Armas, Sacsayhuaman is just as significant as and much more convenient than Machu Picchu. Your trip back in time begins at the Plaza de Armas, under the colonial-era arcades and the lofty cathedral. The plaza rings with the sounds of the cathedral’s bells along with traditional music and dance. Head indoors at Museo Inka to learn what Peruvian life was like before the Spanish conquest. Artifacts abound at the museum, which was built atop an Incan palace.