A bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli and concierge services are available at this smoke-free hostal. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk and a library are on-site.
El Tuco Hotel offers 12 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature a safe. This individually furnished accommodation includes desks. Beds feature premium bedding. This Cusco hostal provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
During your stay at El Tuco Hotel, you're just a quick walk from Coricancha. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a bar.
Free WiFi
Free self-parking
Enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge
Continental breakfast served daily for a fee
Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
Within a 10-minute walk of Coricancha and Iglesia de Santo Domingo
Airport shuttle service available for a fee
There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at El Tuco Hotel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
This Cusco hostal is smoke free.
For a fee, guests can enjoy a continental breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
Onsite parking available only on request
Free self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Onsite parking options include a carport
Food and drink
Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: USD 5 per person
A bar/lounge
Snack bar/deli
Things to do
Library
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Garden
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Hardwood flooring in room
Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
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Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower
Toilet paper
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Access via exterior corridors
Desk
Individual furnishings
Laptop workspace
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 10 AM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 9 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children 7 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 7 are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available.
Important information
Fees
Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Peru value-added tax (VAT) at 18%. A VAT exemption is available to travellers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing that they are not a resident of Peru. The exemption only applies to stays in Peru not exceeding 60 days.
We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately USD 5 per person
Airport shuttle fee: USD 6.75 per person
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property only accepts cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
Property Registration Number 10072320919
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
Children under 18 are generally not allowed to stay at properties in Peru without a parent, legal guardian or duly authorised responsible person. Accompanying adults may be asked for both their and the child's ID as well as any duly notarised supporting documentation. Visitors who plan to travel with children should consult with a Peruvian consulate office prior to travel for further guidance.
According to Peruvian law, cash is not accepted for payments over PEN 2,000 or USD 500. Payments greater than these amounts must be settled by credit card or other methods approved by the property and local law. Payments cannot be split between currencies.
Children 7 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
Property is also known as
El Tuco Hotel Cusco
El Tuco Cusco
El Tuco Hotel Cusco
El Tuco Hotel Hostal
El Tuco Hotel Hostal Cusco
El Tuco Hotel Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 85 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 85 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 85 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 85 reviews
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Rizel, Goose Creek
15 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I like the area safe and super convenient for uber ride and walkable places like the bank,pharmacy,food and market.close to the airport.love the breakfast the owner coco and ana makes time to explain to me where’s a nice places to explore and see.as a solo traveler I feel safe.el-tuco hostel owner coco and ana makes me feel I’m home and safe.thank you coco and ana for the wonderful tips and ideas.good people and good service.I would recommend this place.
Room is clean, beds are confortable. Staff is friendly! Their strongest points are wifi (the fastest I’ve had in Peru so far) and shower (consistent hot water and good pressure).
Great place,
Close to all atraction- walking distance.
Friendly accommodating staff.
Shame I woke up late and rushing out
Didn't get a chance to try the food.
Maybe next time
Very good at communication- have WhatsApp if you are from out of country and the owner will contact you directly. The room was clean and safe. Close to airport and city center. Just remember to bring cash they are cash only.
Coco and Anna are very professional and ready to help you for everything you need . They are conversant in English as well and that helps a lot for non Spanish travellers . Though I wish I knew spanish !! . They even kept secure one of my personal item that I have forgotten in the room during checkout . Overall it’s a good and very safe place for the price !!!
Easily the most comfortable I have ever been in a hostel. The owner and his wife were very welcoming and helpful in deciding my plans for each day. The room looked just like the photos on the website. The bed was comfortable and made each day. The showers were hot and had good pressure with towels provided each day. The property owner allowed me to store my bags when I went on the Salkantay Trek free of charge. Adding a night was simple. I felt extremely safe in the hostel as there was a gate and the owner or his wife would let me into the property at all hours of the day. I truly can’t say how enjoyable and comfortable I was staying here.
I had an excellent stay. The couple running this hotel are lovely and ensure that guests have a pleasant stay. They cook breakfast every morning and will happily assist if you need a help with anything. The location is great as it's just few minutes walk from the centre of Cusco. The room is cleaned everyday and the shower has hot water and good pressure which is not the case in all hotels. Really recommend staying here.
I really enjoyed staying at El Tuco. Coco (the owner) and his wife were very helpful and friendly, and speak good English (very useful if you speak little spanish like me). The water was piping hot and the bed was extremely comfortable. I will definitely stay here again when I return to Peru, highly recommended.
Coco is a great host. Breakfast is very good and included with a very reasonable room rate. Location is within walking distance to downtown with a few restaurants close by. Coco speaks English and is very helpful with information about Cusco. We'd highly recommend this hotel for your stay!
We had a great stay here at El Tuco - one night before and two nights after our Machu Picchu trip. Rooms are clean. The gate to the street is always locked, which made us feel very safe. Owner Coco is really fun to talk to, and gave us solid suggestions on where to go. The earlier check-in time is definitely a plus, which helped with our morning flight arrival. You do need to check out earlier as well, but that shouldn’t be any problem since most take the train to Machu Picchu pretty early too. Overall, really recommend this place!
Jorje (Coco the owner) was just amazing, he cooked me breakfeast and was very helpfull with The information I need it .The room was very clean and big. A true bargain. Keep it going Coco !!
We stayed 2 nights, went for a trekking for 4 nights and returned to El Tuco to spend 2 more nights. The Hosters Coco and Anna were amazing in making sure that our luggage were safe and that we had all the information needed to start our adventure, including really good advices on how to manage altitute sickness. No stress about Money or check out times, which is so rare!!
I recommend El Tuco without reservation and I would repeat the experience again.
Thank you for all the support provided and for making us feel at home :)
We could not have chosen a best place to stay in Cusco. El Tuco Hotel is very well located, clean and really made us feel at home with such warmful environment. The Hosters Coco and Anna are amazing and gave us lots of useful advices to make our travel even more rich. The breakfast is homemade, fresh and really tasty. The hosters do their best to make sure we feel at home.
I have no words to describe how grateful I am.
Many Thanks Coco and Anna :)