Palacio Nazarenas
Cusco, Peru
The elegant palace of Cusco’s avant-garde
In a former palace-turned-convent built upon ancient Inca ruins, discover courtyards lined with indigenous flora, innovative wellness and masterful cuisine.
- 55 suites
- Andean restaurant by chef Pía León
- Butler service
- Botanical spa
- Heated outdoor swimming pool
- 20 min drive from Cusco Airport (CUZ)
Accommodation
Wake up in a restored former convent, where ancient Inca stonework meets modern luxury. Our carefully restored 17th-century suites offer a haven where history and comfort effortlessly intertwine.
Signature Suites
Size:
69–130m²
Sleeps:
Up to 3 guests
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Destination
As the former capital of the Inca empire, Cusco is rich with fascinating history – and at Palacio Nazarenas, you are in prime position to explore its wonders.
Restaurants & Bars
Celebrated Peruvian chef Pía León helms our flagship restaurant, Mauka, which draws upon the ingredients indigenous to Cusco and the Andes.
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What's New
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World's 50 Best Hotels
The iconic Palacio Nazarenas in Cusco has been recognised in the first-ever extended 51–100 list as part of The World’s 50 Best Hotels 2025, ranking in position 87.
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Wellness
Inspired by Inca and Andean culture, Hypnôze Spa offers a series of unique treatments for physical and emotional wellbeing.
History
Palacio Nazarenas has had many roles through centuries, from an Inca temple to a private palace reimagined in the 1500s for Mancio Serra de Leguizamón, a wealthy Peruvian warrior. In 1644, Jesuits transformed it into a college for aristocratic children, later a convent.
Preserving its regal Spanish architecture, Belmond acquired and restored the property, reopening it in 2012 as Cusco’s leading luxury hospitality landmark.
Celebrations
Discover a timeless and elegant venue for your celebration in Cusco that combines heritage with modern luxury.
Weddings
Our romantic heritage hotel can be fully customized for the Peru wedding of your dreams.
Honeymoons
An elegant spa, spacious suites and romantic details make Palacio Nazarenas perfect for newlyweds.
The Hotel
Accommodation
- 55 suites
- 2 signature suites
Dining
- Pioneering Andean dining at Mauka by Pía León
- Small plates and Pisco cocktails at Senzo Bar
- Afternoon tea with Andean botanicals
- Cooking classes and liquor tastings
Features
- Heated outdoor swimming pool
- Hypnôze Spa
- Oxygen-enriched accommodation
- Library
- Secret garden
- Chapel
- Boutique
Celebrations
- Weddings
- Honeymoons
- 4 event spaces
Location
- 20 min drive from Alejandro Velasco Astete Airport (CUZ)
- 40 min drive from Poroy train station
- 90 min flight from Lima