For the jet-setting traveler who has no interest in staying in dusty, rabble-filled Aguas Calientes, there is the Machu Picchu Sanctuary Lodge. The Sanctuary is the only hotel right up on the top of the hill next to the ruins; the entrance is a short walk away (as in about fifty feet).

The hotel has two suites and 29 rooms, some of which have an incredible mountain view (be prepared to pay more if you want a scenic room).  The hotel is Run by the internationally renowned Orient Express hotel group where you’ll get luxurious comfort and great service. The Sanctuary Lodge offers all of the expected amenities for a hotel in its class: internet, room service, etc.

For those who really want to keep their exposure to riff-raff to a minimum, the hotel can help you book a helicopter flight from Cusco. If you cough up several hundred dollars to spend the night, be sure to be first in line to visit the ruins in the morning before the train arrives, bringing hordes of tourists with it. There is an excellent restaurant on the premises as well. Check their web site for special rates and promotions.

Location:
Machu Picchu-right next to the ruins!
Machu Picchu and the Inca Trail, Peru

Hotel

This Hotel is: Very expensive

Hotel Amenities, Services and Facilities All Credit Cards Accepted, Restaurant, Bar, Laundry Service, 24-Hour Reception, Safe in Reception or Rooms, Travel Info Desk, Lounge, Luggage Storage, 24-Hour Hot Water, Room Service, Wake-Up Call

Room Prices:
Lower:$715
Higher:$1165

Contact Information:
Phone: +51 1 610 8303; Reservations +51 16 10 830
Fax: Fax: + 51 84 21 1053
E-mail: info(at)remove-this.peruorientexpress.com.pe
URL: machupicchu.orient-express.com/web/omac/omac_a2a_home.jsp

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Created: 17 Sep 2007

Updated: 17 Sep 2007

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