Palacio del Inka, a Luxury Collection Hotel

Palacio del Inka, a Luxury Collection Hotel, stands on Plazoleta Santo Domingo directly beside the Qorikancha (Temple of the Sun), about a 10-minute walk southeast of the Plaza de Armas in Cusco's historic center. The hotel is built over the remains of an Inca palace, and original Inca stone walls are visible in parts of the lobby and select rooms, set against a colonial-era facade and contemporary luxury interiors. Its 203 rooms and suites range from standard accommodations to Royal and Presidential suites, several of which look directly onto the ancient stonework or the plaza below. Inti Raymi, the hotel's signature restaurant, serves Peruvian and international dishes and has been recognized regionally for its cuisine, while a separate bar and lounge area hosts evening cocktails. The hotel has a fitness center, an indoor pool, and a spa offering Andean-inspired treatments, plus oxygen-enriched rooms available for guests adjusting to altitude. Service leans formal and well-organized, with a concierge desk geared toward arranging Sacred Valley day trips and Machu Picchu train connections, making it a comfortable, history-steeped option for travelers who want easy walking access to Cusco's main Inca and colonial landmarks. The hotel also runs an evening folkloric show in its courtyard several nights a week, pairing traditional Andean music and dance with the historic setting for guests who want a taste of regional culture without leaving the property.