JW Marriott Cusco
Heritage luxury — Spanish colonial bones with modern JW polish. Quiet interior courtyard with a fountain. Museum-grade history baked into the architecture. Feels intimate for a 151-room property.
Upgrade to a Courtyard Terrace King room for direct patio access — it's worth the step up from the base deluxe
Why It Matters
Built atop centuries-old Inca and pre-Inca (Killke culture) ruins. The 16th-century Augustinian convent was restored over six years in partnership with UNESCO. Two on-site exhibition halls preserve unearthed archaeological remains. The hotel has won South America's Leading Heritage Hotel multiple times and was named Marriott International's 2018 Hotel of the Year.
A 16th-century Augustinian convent turned luxury hotel, sitting right in the heart of Cusco's historic center — two blocks from the Plaza de Armas, layered over actual Inca and pre-Inca ruins. The $75 million restoration (carried out in collaboration with UNESCO) took years to complete and shows: Killke-era artifacts are preserved behind glass in on-site exhibition halls, a Swarovski crystal chandelier representing Inti the Sun God hangs in the lobby, and the original stone shield still marks the entrance arch. At 3,400+ meters above sea level, all rooms pump supplemental oxygen to help guests acclimatize. Look, it's a big-brand hotel with marble bathrooms and Netflix on the TV, but the building itself earns the price tag.
Where You'll Stay
8 room types available
Double/Double Deluxe Guest Room
Two double beds in an elegantly styled room — the best option for families or friend groups who need separate sleeping space. Same Andean-inspired decor and oxygen enrichment as other deluxe rooms.
2 DoubleDouble/Double Inca Wall View Guest Room
Two double beds with views of the preserved Inca stone walls. Combines family-friendly sleeping configuration with the atmospheric heritage detail that makes this property special.
2 Double
Imperial Suite
The top of the house. A full separate living area, a dedicated dining room (reportedly the most architecturally detailed in the hotel), a king bedroom, and a private balcony. Located on upper floors with surrounding mountain views. The hotel calls out this suite's dining area specifically as its most impressive architectural space.
1 KingKing Deluxe Guest Room
Entry-level room with Andean-inspired decor, parquet floors, upholstered chairs, and dark wood fittings. Supplemental oxygen enrichment system included. Some rooms are compact — the building's historic bones mean not every room is spacious.
1 KingKing Imperial Suite
Similar configuration to the Imperial Suite with a king bed, separate living room, and dedicated dining area. Ideal for longer stays or guests wanting the maximum space and amenity package the hotel offers.
1 KingKing Inca Wall View Guest Room
Faces the original Inca stone walls preserved within the hotel structure. Atmospheric and unique, though views are inward-facing rather than cityward. Worth it for the history factor.
1 King
King Terrace Courtyard View Guest Room with Balcony
The sweet spot of the non-suite rooms. A private balcony opens onto the 16th-century colonial courtyard — the hotel's most atmospheric space, complete with stone arches and a decorative fountain. Step up from the base deluxe and you get outdoor space and a proper view.
1 KingLuxury Suite
Spacious suite with a separate living room and king bedroom. Mountain views available in some configurations. The step up to a suite also gets you a proper work desk — something the deluxe rooms lack. Spa-like marble bathrooms with bathtub.
1 KingThe Property
Eat & Drink
2 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Two on-site exhibition halls — one dedicated to Cusco's general history and one to the Killke civilization. The Killke remains (pre-Inca) were discovered during the $75M restoration and preserved in place. Access is included for all guests.
A guided tour of the historic Augustinian convent led by a monk on the property. A level above the standard historical tour — adds a living religious and cultural dimension to the architecture.
A guided walk through the restored convent with hotel staff explaining the building's history — from the Killke pre-Inca culture, through the Inca era, into the Spanish colonial period. The exhibition halls with preserved archaeological remains are part of the tour. Offered nightly. This is genuinely one of the best complimentary hotel experiences in South America.
The hotel concierge can arrange excursions to Machu Picchu via the San Pedro Train Station (PeruRail service). The hotel is a popular base for the Sacred Valley circuit — Ollantaytambo, Pisac market, Chinchero, Moray salt mines are all day-trip distance.
The hotel's resident baby alpaca lives in the courtyard patio. Guests can meet and interact with her. Weaving demonstrations with a local artisan are also offered in the courtyard.
Learn to make Peru's national cocktail from the hotel bartenders. A consistently popular activity with guests. The hotel provides the ingredients; you provide the enthusiasm.
Walk to Cusco's main market with the executive chef to see local ingredients firsthand — lake trout, Andean potatoes, white corn, local herbs. Gives real context to what's on the Qespi menu.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
5 event rooms, 874 sqm total space. Largest space (Main Patio) holds 400 for reception. Rooms include Panaka Meeting Room, Galeria, Training Room 1, Boardroom, and the Main Patio.
Free in public areas. Complimentary in-room for Marriott Bonvoy members booking direct; surcharge may apply for others.
All rooms are enriched with supplemental oxygen to assist acclimatization at 3,400m elevation. The hotel also has 24/7 first aid service including oxygen tanks, blood pressure monitoring, and blood oxygen measurement.
The hotel does not have a traditional gym or fitness center on-site.
Located in the spa area.
Heated indoor pool open daily 6am–10pm. Towels provided.
No on-site parking available.
Full-service spa open daily 6am–10pm. Appointment required for treatments.
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