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Conveniently set in the centre of Cusco, Chelitos Backpacker provides free WiFi throughout the property, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive.

The location is a short walk into the centre. The property is quiet and peaceful. The room had everything we needed; comfy bed, warm blankets, lamp etc. We rented towels from them. The shower and toilets are communal but kept clean. The man and woman running this are so kind and helpful. They let us check in let and store our baggage whilst we went on the Salkantay trek. The price is really good value considering all of the above.
Review score
9.0
Superb
337 reviews
Price from
£12.54
1 night, 2 adults

Featuring a terrace, Eco Aventura Hostel Cusco is located in the centre of Cusco, 1.9 km from Wanchaq Train station.

There was plenty of space in the room, and the staff were very kind and attentive. The breakfast each morning was decent, and the hotel is conveniently located near a small supermarket, a market, a pharmacy, as well as several cafes and restaurants.
Review score
9.2
Superb
365 reviews
Price from
£13.41
1 night, 2 adults

Situated in Cusco and with Wanchaq Train station reachable within 2.7 km, Blacky Hostel and Apartments features concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a...

Comfortable beds, good warm shower. Exellent value for money. Also hotel staff, Karen was really helpfull and kind
Review score
9.1
Superb
841 reviews
Price from
£36.85
1 night, 2 adults

Boasting a garden, a restaurant as well as a bar, Black Llama Hostel Cusco is situated in the centre of Cusco, 1.7 km from Wanchaq Train station.

Great modern hostel - very clean with excellent showers, beds, and nightly activities to be social if you want. However, the WiFi drops out regularly and won’t come back on for half an hour and the signal is very poor in the rooms. The first door we stayed in was great but the second dorm was ridiculously cramped with terrible ventilation. I think for the price these things really need to be improved.
Review score
9.0
Superb
323 reviews
Price from
£31.97
1 night, 2 adults

Located in Cusco and with Wanchaq Train station reachable within 1.7 km, Terra Sagrada Cusco provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared...

The stay was perfect. The staff was extremely helpful both during check-in and check-out, and they offered us luggage storage. The location is very close to the main square and all the major attractions. The room was comfortable and well-equipped.
Review score
9.0
Superb
703 reviews
Price from
£24.70
1 night, 2 adults

Set within 1.7 km of Santo Domingo Church and 1.8 km of Holy Family Church, La Nuit home provides rooms in Cusco.

Review score
9.1
Superb
10 reviews
Price from
£26.81
1 night, 2 adults

Magar Hostel Bar features a garden, shared lounge, a restaurant and bar in Cusco.

All. The staff, the dorm, the vibe, The cleanliness of the hostel.
Review score
9.0
Superb
92 reviews
Price from
£26.81
1 night, 2 adults

Set in Cusco, 5.3 km from Wanchaq Train station, KOSKO Casa Hotel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

Location is great
Review score
9.7
Exceptional
71 reviews
Price from
£32.38
1 night, 2 adults

Set within 400 metres of Cusco main square, Pariwana Hostel Cusco features a number of amenities including a restaurant and a bar.

Good located hostel, very helpful staff: After i had an issue with the first room, they offered me another bed/room. Rooms don't have windows to let in some air
Review score
8.8
Fabulous
1,466 reviews
Price from
£55.95
1 night, 2 adults

Featuring a garden, Secret Garden is located in the centre of Cusco, 1.1 km from Wanchaq Train station.

Good location, good price, friendly staff, rooms were warm and secure, guests were generally friendly and somewhat knowledgable.
Review score
8.2
Very good
1,046 reviews
Price from
£11.76
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

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  • Review score
    9.0
    Superb · 703 reviews

    Located in Cusco and with Wanchaq Train station reachable within 1.7 km, Terra Sagrada Cusco provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared...

    Guest review
    Great location, comfortable rooms with hot showers
  • Review score
    9.1
    Superb · 841 reviews

    Situated in Cusco and with Wanchaq Train station reachable within 2.7 km, Blacky Hostel and Apartments features concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a...

    Guest review
    Really nice and helpful staff. Comfy beds and everything was really clean!
  • Budget options available
    Review score
    9.7
    Exceptional · 71 reviews

    Set in Cusco, 5.3 km from Wanchaq Train station, KOSKO Casa Hotel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    Guest review
    amazing hosts, awesome location, everything is so new and clean
  • Review score
    8.8
    Fabulous · 1,466 reviews

    Set within 400 metres of Cusco main square, Pariwana Hostel Cusco features a number of amenities including a restaurant and a bar.

    Guest review
    Leslie was a super nice friendly and helpful 10 points to here
  • Budget options available
    Review score
    8.9
    Fabulous · 243 reviews

    Set in Cusco and with Wanchaq Train station reachable within 2.6 km, Casa Tunki offers concierge services, allergy-free rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

    Guest review
    new, clean, comfy and great private beds in the dorm.
  • Budget options available
    Review score
    8.1
    Very good · 941 reviews

    Homman Hostel Boutique in Cusco provides adults-only accommodation with a restaurant, a bar and a shared lounge.

    Guest review
    Lovely courtyard, helpful staff, games room was good
  • Budget options available
    Review score
    8.7
    Fabulous · 510 reviews

    Tucan Hostel is attractively situated in Cusco, and features a garden and free WiFi. Popular points of interest nearby include Santa Catalina Convent, La Merced Church and Holy Family Church.

    Guest review
    Nice kitchen, free tea, clean, comfortable beds, very kind staff.
  • Review score
    8.7
    Fabulous · 806 reviews

    Situated in Cusco's city centre, Wild Rover Hostel Cusco is a "party hostel". The property features a restaurant and bar, as well as free WiFi access throughout.

    Guest review
    Amazing staff ! Cinthia and Luis you're the best 😎🤙

Great access to the city centre! Check these hostels in Cusco

  • Review score
    10.0
    Exceptional · 3 reviews

    Conveniently located in the Cusco City Centre district of Cusco, Refugio de Mochila Yhared is set 700 metres from San Pedro Train Station, 600 metres from Cathedral of Cusco and 500 metres from Cusco...

  • Central location
    Review score
    10.0
    Exceptional · 1 review

    Set in Cusco and with Wanchaq Train station reachable within 2.9 km, Auquis offers concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

  • Review score
    10.0
    Exceptional · 1 review

    Set in Cusco, 2.8 km from Wanchaq Train station, sophia offers accommodation with a shared lounge, private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

  • Review score
    10.0
    Exceptional · 1 review

    Located in Cusco, IG Suites & Apartment features a garden, shared lounge, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.

  • Review score
    9.2
    Superb · 365 reviews

    Featuring a terrace, Eco Aventura Hostel Cusco is located in the centre of Cusco, 1.9 km from Wanchaq Train station.

    Guest review
    The staff is super nice and attentive! Thank you so much for everything
  • Central location
    Review score
    9.1
    Superb · 10 reviews

    Set within 1.7 km of Santo Domingo Church and 1.8 km of Holy Family Church, La Nuit home provides rooms in Cusco.

  • Review score
    9.0
    Superb · 323 reviews

    Boasting a garden, a restaurant as well as a bar, Black Llama Hostel Cusco is situated in the centre of Cusco, 1.7 km from Wanchaq Train station.

    Guest review
    Great hostel, nice stuff, nice beds, super atmosphere
  • Review score
    9.0
    Superb · 337 reviews

    Conveniently set in the centre of Cusco, Chelitos Backpacker provides free WiFi throughout the property, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive.

    Guest review
    the staff is amazing the place is well located and clean
  • Central location
    Review score
    8.9
    Fabulous · 20 reviews

    Set in Cusco and within 1.5 km of Wanchaq Train station, Mama Simona has a garden, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    Guest review
    The rooms are very comfortable. The place is quiet. Hotel staff are friendly. Amazing hotel.
  • Review score
    8.9
    Fabulous · 53 reviews

    Haku Hostel is in a prime location in Cusco, and features a shared lounge, free WiFi and a bar. The property is close to San Blas Church, Santa Catalina Convent and Cathedral of Cusco.

    Guest review
    New hostel with an amazing common area consisting even of sunbeds and a great view over the city. Jorge was incredibly helpful and gave me a lot of tips!
  • Review score
    8.8
    Fabulous · 39 reviews

    MALA HIERBA is ideally located in the centre of Cusco, and offers a shared lounge, free WiFi and a bar.

    Guest review
    Friendly host + great location + comfortable + breakfast + best recommendations, 10/10
  • Central location
    Review score
    8.8
    Fabulous · 176 reviews

    Magic Packer Hostel features a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Cusco.

    Guest review
    Very nice place. I had a great time during my stay.
  • Review score
    8.7
    Fabulous · 779 reviews

    Located in the Cusco City Centre district of Cusco, Saqray Hostel features accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi.

    Guest review
    We loved it so much we stayed again when we came back
  • Review score
    8.7
    Fabulous · 140 reviews

    Attractively situated in the historic centre of Cusco, in the district of Cusco, Hostel Anais y Nicolas is 700 metres from Central Market, 1.6 km from Cusco Main Square and 1.6 km from Santa Catalina...

    Guest review
    Localisation is awesome, 3' to main square! Personel is helpful and very friendly!
  • Review score
    8.7
    Fabulous · 162 reviews

    Conveniently situated in Cusco, Big Vacation Hostel provides an American breakfast and free WiFi throughout the property.

    Guest review
    Nice and clean, good breakfast, amazing helpful staff
  • Central location
    Review score
    8.6
    Fabulous · 558 reviews

    Comfortable rooms with shared or private bathrooms are offered in downtown Cusco, 400 metres from the central market. There are 3 patios, a garden with hammocks and parties are hosted regularly.

    Guest review
    The breakfast and food in general are really good there!
  • Review score
    8.5
    Very good · 59 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge, MORENAS BACKPACKERs is located in the centre of Cusco, 1.1 km from Wanchaq Train station.

    Guest review
    Friendly staff. Kitchen to use and good location. I liked my stay here the have a chill out area where people can meet. Also I liked the people during my stay.
  • Review score
    8.4
    Very good · 312 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge and a terrace, Flying Dog Hostel Cusco is conveniently situated in the centre of Cusco, 2 km from Wanchaq Train station.

    Guest review
    Friendly and helpfull staff, clean room, peace at night.
  • Review score
    8.4
    Very good · 217 reviews

    Set in Cusco in the Cusco Region, 300 metres from Sacsayhuaman, Supertramp Hostel Cusco features a barbecue and terrace. Free WiFi access is available.

    Guest review
    View, quiet, breakfast was amazing, cozy place, hot water
  • Review score
    8.4
    Very good · 174 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge and a terrace, Samay Wasi Hostel I is set in the centre of Cusco, 4.6 km from Wanchaq Train station.

    Guest review
    Nice and simple place, with a great view and in the best district of Cusco
  • Review score
    8.4
    Very good · 178 reviews

    Boasting a shared lounge, The Sleepy Mouse is situated in the centre of Cusco, 3 km from Wanchaq Train station.

    Guest review
    Well stocked kitchen. The have a blender and all you need!
  • Review score
    8.3
    Very good · 524 reviews

    Attractively set in the centre of Cusco, Eco Home View - Guest House features à la carte breakfast and free WiFi throughout the property.

    Guest review
    The terrace and the breakfast were absolutely delicious
  • Review score
    8.3
    Very good · 71 reviews

    Featuring a garden, a shared lounge as well as a terrace, Bamba House Cusco is set in the centre of Cusco, 1.6 km from Wanchaq Train station.

    Guest review
    Central location. Staff were super supportive, knowledgeable and friendly. The common areas were great.
  • Review score
    8.3
    Very good · 206 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge, a restaurant as well as a bar, Bear Packer Hostel is located in the centre of Cusco, 3.1 km from Wanchaq Train station.

    Guest review
    Clean, nice room, common area for meeting other travellers.
  • Review score
    8.3
    Very good · 295 reviews

    Featuring free Wi-Fi in the common areas, Cuscopackers Hostels offers accommodations in Cusco. Free breakfast is included. Cusco's main square is a 13-minute walk away.

    Guest review
    This hostel is the best value for money. Great views and breakfast
  • Review score
    8.2
    Very good · 676 reviews

    Coming to Dragonfly Hostel Cusco, is not only a stage in your trip, but it represents a real human experience where you will have a good time and you will take good memories.

    Guest review
    L'emplacement, la propreté, l'ambiance chill
  • Central location
    Review score
    8.2
    Very good · 350 reviews

    Featuring shared and private rooms, Intro Hostels Cusco has a comfortable terrace with a seating area, a billiard table and a lounge area with a TV, a 5-minute walk from Qoricancha. Wi-Fi is free.

    Guest review
    Comfortable rooms, quiet hostel after 10pm so had a great sleep. Nice location.
  • Review score
    8.2
    Very good · 1,046 reviews

    Featuring a garden, Secret Garden is located in the centre of Cusco, 1.1 km from Wanchaq Train station.

    Guest review
    Great value for money and lovely owners who are very helpful.

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  • Review score
    8.1
    Very good · 216 reviews

    Featuring free bikes and a shared lounge, Gaia House Hostel is well situated in the centre of Cusco, 2.2 km from Wanchaq Train station.

    Guest review
    Very sweet and pretty hostel in the perfect location.
  • Review score
    7.8
    Good · 359 reviews

    Boasting a terrace, Pachamama Hostel is set in the centre of Cusco, 2.4 km from Wanchaq Train station.

    Guest review
    Perfect location and helpful people! The room really nice.
  • Review score
    7.5
    Good · 160 reviews

    Situated in Cusco and with Wanchaq Train station reachable within 1.9 km, Hostal sambleño cusco Piero suite features concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property...

    Guest review
    Very nice, helpful family. Beatiful view from the top.
  • Review score
    7.8
    Good · 782 reviews

    Well located in Cusco, Apu Wasi offers 1-star accommodation close to Wanchaq Train station and Hatun Rumiyoc.

    Guest review
    The staff is super kind and they will assist you very good.
  • Inka Walker Hostel is attractively set in the centre of Cusco, and features a garden, free WiFi and a bar.

  • Attractively set in the Cusco City Centre district of Cusco, Posada Escondida is situated 300 metres from Santo Domingo Church, 600 metres from La Merced Church and 600 metres from Church of the...

  • Conveniently located in the centre of Cusco, Hostal Qori Inka San Blas is within 1.8 km of Wanchaq Train station and 500 metres of Hatun Rumiyoc.

  • Review score
    7.0
    Good · 2 reviews

    Attractively located in the Cusco City Centre district of Cusco, Enede Hostal is situated 500 metres from San Pedro Train Station, 800 metres from Cathedral of Cusco and 700 metres from Cusco Main...

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  • Avg. price/night: £34.68
    Review score
    8.9
    Fabulous · 1,367 reviews
    The location is great, it’s a huge social hostel, lots of opportunities to meet other travellers. I took a private room before my Inca Trail hike, and the rooms are designed well. The team is very warm, and there are lots of activities happening everyday. Lots of common areas. Cheap and quick laundry as well!
    Guest review by
    rakshita
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £25.84
    Review score
    9.0
    Superb · 920 reviews
    One of the best hostels we‘ve ever visited!
    Guest review by
    Thomas
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £34.68
    Review score
    8.9
    Fabulous · 1,367 reviews
    Hostel is great for meeting people, the put on social events every night. Very clean, a lot of bathrooms and areas to chill. Beds are the comfiest I have had in a hostel. Great location. But the best thing about this place is the staff, everyone is so kind and willing to help. They genuinely care and look out for all the guests.
    Guest review by
    Natalie
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £34.68
    Review score
    8.9
    Fabulous · 1,367 reviews
    Great location, beautiful and clean double rooms, over the too service with laundry, free luggage storage, drinkable water and more. One of the best hostel experiences in my life.
    Guest review by
    Justina
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £18.50
    Review score
    8.0
    Very good · 645 reviews
    Great service, super welcoming, nice breakfast and the perfect budget hostel. Its surrounded by cheap food options and a 5 min walk from the main plaza. Cheap and cheerful. Kevin is really helpful with suggestions and recommendations. Not a party hostel, so be aware, but still had fun and a few nights out with the staff and guests!
    Guest review by
    Iliya
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £70.56
    Review score
    9.1
    Superb · 2,167 reviews
    Best hostel I stayed at in Peru so far! Super friendly staff, great location, super clean, nice bathrooms with hot showers, comfy beds, nice breakfast. I really loved it here and will for sure be back!
    Guest review by
    Verena
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £12.54
    Review score
    9.0
    Superb · 337 reviews
    One of best hostels! Despite that snake skin, I loved it. All facilieties, great location and treat you like family.
    Guest review by
    Kintija Kunicka
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £34.68
    Review score
    8.9
    Fabulous · 1,367 reviews
    This hostel came recommend on the backpacker party circuit and I understand why - plenty of space, all new and clean facilities, good bar and party vibes. For me personally it was too loud but I think you know what you’re getting into with Kokopelli. Definitely cheaper options out there in Cusco but Kokopelli is worth the money if you want security/no hassle.
    Guest review by
    Elena
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £13.64
    Review score
    8.0
    Very good · 562 reviews
    always hot water friendly staff felt safe free breakfast lovely garden and hammocks basic but perfect backpacker hostel :)
    Guest review by
    Natalie
    Young couple

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