
Sanctuary Lodge
Machu Picchu, Peru
Discover luxury at Machu Picchu’s peak
A restorative retreat located steps from the lost city of the Incas, Sanctuary Lodge offers deep immersion into the region’s gastronomy and spirituality.
- 31 rooms and suites
- 2 restaurants and a bar
- Subtropical gardens
- Andean wellness treatments
- 50 meters from Machu Picchu
Accommodation
Our luxury hotel near Machu Picchu offers unmatched proximity to the ancient citadel, while providing a peaceful retreat created with your comfort in mind.
One-Bedroom Suite
Size:
35–45m²
Sleeps:
Up to 3 guests
Destination
Experience Machu Picchu in unmatched serenity with Sanctuary Lodge, the only hotel at the citadel gates granting convenient access for guests.
Wellness
Connect with ancient Inca wisdom during restorative treatments in our massage room, or step into the Sanctuary Lodge gardens where Peru’s native flora flourishes in breathtaking abundance.
Built in the 15th century as the estate of the royal Incan emperor Pachacuti, Machu Picchu is comprised of tiered terraces and temples that rise into the clouds.
Cultural ceremonies have endured to this day. Guests at Sanctuary Lodge – which originally housed explorers and researchers before becoming a Belmond hotel in 1999 – take part in time-honored rituals as we collaborate with the best guides and storytellers who continue to Incas’ legacy.
Restaurants & Bars
From elegant Peruvian cuisine to international favorites, our luxury Peru hotel is the perfect place to unwind after a day’s exploration.
Arrive in Style
Board the Hiram Bingham train for a truly luxurious arrival to this Inca citadel.
Celebrations
Embrace local spiritual traditions for a celebration unlike any other at Sanctuary Lodge, from romantic honeymoons to shaman-led vow renewals.
Weddings & Vow Renewals
Declare your love in a land of magic and mystery. Ancient Inca rituals performed in a one-of-a-kind setting will add extra spark to your special occasion.
Corporate & Business
Reward hard-working employees and plan away days with a difference at Sanctuary Lodge, or plan business meetings and conferences in spaces fitted with the latest audiovisual equipment.
The Hotel
Accommodation
- 29 rooms
- 2 suites
Dining
- Rainforest focused dining at Tampu
- Casual buffet at Tinkuy
- Pisco-focused menu at Tampu Bar
- Cooking classes and tasting experiences
Features
- Wellness services
- Gardens
- Relaxation area
Celebrations
- Wedding blessings
- Vow renewals
- Mystical ceremonies
Location
- 3 min walk to Machu Picchu
- 25 min drive from Aguas Calientes train station
- 3.5 hour train journey from Cusco
- 1.5 hour train journey from Ollantaytambo








