El Virrey By Katari – A Favorite for Families in Cusco

El Virrey by Katari sits directly on Cusco's Plaza de Armas, with the Cathedral steps away from its entrance. The hotel is 500 meters from Cusco's main train station and 3 kilometers from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport. Guests have immediate access to the Religious Art Museum, Inka Museum, and dozens of local restaurants and shops surrounding the square.

Each room at El Virrey by Katari has solid Peruvian wood floors, soft yellow lighting, and heating for the cool Andean nights. Some rooms offer balconies overlooking the square with double doors that cut most street noise, while interior rooms provide quieter stays. All rooms include cable TV and private bathrooms with showers; the suites feature spacious living areas and large bathrooms with walk-in showers.

A daily breakfast buffet with seasonal fruits, pastries, jams, eggs, ham, cheese, cereal, and yogurt is served each morning. The breakfast cook, Carmen, prepares eggs to order and offers a selection of hot and cold items. Guests leaving before breakfast can request a packed meal from the 24-hour front desk.

The hotel operates a 24-hour front desk, business center, and concierge service that provides local cultural insights and tour arrangements. Airport shuttle transportation is available for an extra fee, and the laundry service returns items directly to the guest's room. Meeting and banquet facilities can be booked, and the front desk staff can arrange safe taxis to the train station or airport.

Staff members consistently provide personalized attention, including preparing coca tea for guests with altitude sickness and storing luggage during Inca Trail hikes. Many guests highlight the helpfulness of front desk personnel like Delia and Zoila, who assist with transportation changes and early-morning tour pickups. The soundproofing in rooms facing the plaza allows guests to watch the lively square activities while still getting rest at night.

Location: Directly on Plaza de Armas, facing the Cathedral

Rooms: Suites with balconies and panoramic square views

Dining: Daily breakfast buffet with eggs to order

Services: 24-hour business center and concierge

Value: Luggage storage for multi-day treks

Guest: Packed breakfasts for early departures