Description
Built in 1997 in a style that is modern by Cusco standards, Hotel Ruinas offers a lovely, restful atmosphere with service that should please high-end travelers. The hotel is well located, only two blocks from the main square, opposite the exclusive restaurant Baco. A pisco sour or coca tea to welcome you upon your arrival, providing a warm introduction to your days in Cusco.

Considered one of the best hotels in its range in Cusco, having been awarded several local and international prizes, this three-story building has a gift shop with exclusive souvenirs, handicrafts and silver jewelry on its first level, next to the well-lit lobby, tastefully decorated with plants, handcrafted candles and comfortable sofas in pastel colours.

Free wireless internet is available as well as a computer terminal for guests (5 soles an hour; first15 minutes free). Free lugagge storage is also available and transportation to and from the airport is arranged upon request (US$10).

Insider Tips
- Located at the edge of the bohemian San Blas neighbourhood

Benefits
- There is a travel agency on site and they are always willing to give information on tours, flights and local entertainment.

Drawbacks
- Some of the rooms might be a bit noisy, especially the ones facing Ruinas Street.

- There is no elevator, so rooms on the third floor might be a stretch for some travellers who are adapting to the altitude.

Rooms
Each of the 34 rooms is finely decorated in soft colours, accented by modern lamps and well-finished furniture. The rooms are not very big, but all very bright with carpeted floors, comfortable beds with extra blankets and pillows, decent closets and background music of your choice. All rooms include an electronic safety deposit box, cable TV, minibar and direct-dial telephone.

There are three triple rooms and two suites. The suites are more spacious, with a private lounge, separate bedroom, fireplace, and 2 TVs.

All rooms have spacious bathrooms, with a bathtub, hair dryer, usual amenities (shampoo, soap, shower cap) and comfy towels. In the suites you will be treated to bathrobes and slippers.

Food
The indoor restaurant at Hotel Ruinas seats 60 people and offers a buffet breakfast including natural juices, bread, eggs, ham, sausages, cheese, fresh sliced fruit, soy beans, yogurt, cereals and hot tea and coffee. Breakfast is served from 5am to 10am. The restaurant also offers a variety of traditional and international dishes if you wish to stay in for dinner, but the selection outside the hotel is a lot better. The restaurant bar is a good place to stop for a drink before going out at night.

Rates
Singles US$95; Doubles or Twin US$125; Suite US$180; Includes breakfast and taxes

	Information:
	Location Calle Ruinas 472 - San Blas