Pariwana Hostel Cusco

Pariwana Hostel Cusco occupies a large colonial house on Mesón de la Estrella, close to Plaza de Armas in the historic center, putting the cathedral, San Blas, and the main market squares within easy walking distance. The building's colonial architecture, with high ceilings and a central courtyard, has been adapted into a well-organized hostel layout with multiple common areas, a bar, and a rooftop terrace, part of the Pariwana chain known across Peru for consistent quality. Rooms range from large dorms to smaller mixed and female-only dorms and private rooms, all clean and simply furnished, with lockers provided in dorm rooms. There is no full restaurant, but the bar serves food alongside drinks, and a shared kitchen is available for guests who prefer to cook. The hostel has no spa or pool, with its courtyard and rooftop terrace serving as the main relaxation spaces. The largely international staff run a steady program of evening activities and can arrange day trips, laundry service, and onward travel bookings, making the hostel a reliable, sociable option for backpackers staying in Cusco. Its position near Plaza de Armas means guests can walk to the cathedral, museums, and San Blas during the day before returning for the hostel's organized evening activities.