Peru has named Cusco the "Tourist Capital of Peru," and the ancient city has also been named both the "Cultural Heritage of Humanity" (UNESCO), and the "Cultural Heritage of the World" (7th Convention of Mayors from Great Worldwide Cities). It's clear, then, that a vacation here will not be remote or off the beaten path. In fact, during high travel season, Cusco is as crowded with tourists as are major metropolitan areas of the world.
Someone who vacations in Peru, likely plans to experience high points of the Inca Empire like Machu Picchu, The Sacred Valley, and other highlights around Cusco. This has meant staying in hotels in the middle of Cusco, which as a city is crowded, filled with tourists, and noisy. Booking a hotel outside of Cusco used to mean sacrificing luxury and convenience for relative quiet, but no longer. The Garden House is a new contender into the world of luxury class hotels in and around Cusco. It's a ten minute drive from Cusco: The Garden House is just far enough away from the crowds to feel like a peaceful respite, but close enough to not feel isolated.
- The Garden House is not a large hotel; with just 7 rooms, it is a luxury boutique hotel. It's a great hotel for small groups. The bedrooms all open up a large patio, where many guests choose to have their breakfasts each morning.
- The relatively lower elevation just ten minutes away, helps travelers acclimate to Cusco's thinner air.
- The elevated library has a sweeping view of Cusco, and quiet corners in which to curl up and read. The library also has WiFi. The library, like the rest of the hotel, is serene and peaceful.
- At The Garden House, there are always people to help with arranging trips, whether they be to Machu Picchu, The Sacred Valley, or within Cusco itself. Other possibilities that the staff are happy to plan include hikes, bike tours, horseback rides, and river rafting.
- Families appreciate the reliable and friendly on-site child care. The level of service and care at this hotel rivals that of any luxury hotel in the world.
- The hotel isn't called The Garden House for nothing; it features the largest rose garden in all of Cusco, beautifully and lovingly maintained by one of the owners. In Spring, the scent of roses in the air is intoxicating.
Cusco is a very popular travel destination for tourists interested in Peru's Inca Empire history. History buffs, adventure travelers and and luxury travel fans all flock to Cusco. The Garden House is the perfect hotel in which to take a break from the tourists and crowds.
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