Party hostel famous for lively bar and social events offers clean dorms with hot water and included breakfast. The property provides tour bookings, nightly entertainment, and great communal spaces. Perfect for young travelers looking to socialize while exploring Cusco.
Wild Rover Hostel Cusco sits on Santa Teresa street in the historic centre, a short walk from Plaza de Armas and the bars and restaurants around San Blas. The building combines a converted colonial-style structure with a purpose-built party hostel interior centred on a large on-site bar that hosts nightly events, pub crawls, and live DJ sets, giving the property a loud, social atmosphere aimed squarely at younger backpackers.
Accommodation ranges from mixed and female-only dorms of varying bed counts to a handful of private rooms, all sharing hot-water bathroom facilities. Rooms are basic but clean, with lockers provided for valuables. A free breakfast is included each morning, and the on-site kitchen and common areas give guests space to cook and socialise outside of bar hours.
There is no restaurant beyond the bar's pub-style food menu, and no spa, pool, or gym; the hostel's draw is its energy rather than its facilities. The tour desk books popular day trips to the Sacred Valley, Rainbow Mountain, and Machu Picchu treks, and staff are well practised at helping solo travellers join group tours and meet other guests.
Service is informal and geared toward a young, social crowd rather than families or business travellers; guests looking for quiet are better served elsewhere in Cusco, as the bar runs into the night most days of the week. For travellers prioritising nightlife, low prices, and an easy way to meet fellow backpackers in central Cusco, Wild Rover delivers exactly that experience.
Amenities
- party bar
- dorms
- free breakfast
- hot showers
- tour desk
- nightly events
Location
Santa Teresa 334, Cusco 08000
-13.5178, -71.9814 View on map
Highlights
- On-site bar with nightly events and pub crawls, one of the best-known party hostels in Cusco
- Central location on Santa Teresa street, walking distance to Plaza de Armas and San Blas nightlife
- Free included breakfast and a guest kitchen for self-catering between bar nights
- Mixed and female-only dorms plus a small number of private rooms with hot showers
- Tour desk specialising in budget group trips to the Sacred Valley, Rainbow Mountain, and Machu Picchu
Tips for visiting
- Pack earplugs; the on-site bar runs late most nights and noise carries through the building
- Book a female-only dorm in advance if preferred, as these sell out faster than mixed dorms
- Use the free lockers in every dorm to secure valuables since rooms are shared
- Join the hostel's own pub crawl on the first night as an easy way to meet other travellers
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Frequently asked questions
Is Wild Rover Hostel Cusco good for solo travellers?
Yes, the hostel is built around its social bar and nightly events, making it easy for solo travellers to meet other backpackers, though it suits those comfortable with a lively, noisy atmosphere.
Does the hostel offer private rooms?
A limited number of private rooms are available alongside mixed and female-only dorms, all with shared hot-water bathroom facilities.
Is breakfast included?
Yes, a free breakfast is included with every stay and served each morning at the hostel.
How far is the hostel from Plaza de Armas?
Wild Rover sits on Santa Teresa street in central Cusco, an easy walk of a few minutes to Plaza de Armas and the surrounding bars and restaurants.