Belmond Sanctuary Lodge

This hotel is the perfect place to stay when visiting Machu Picchu. It is located right at the entrance to the historic site, which allows for a late afternoon visit on the first day, when the crowds are on their way back down into the valley. The next morning, one can be the first to visit again, and once the crowds arrive again, you will already be enjoying breakfast at the hotel. This makes for a very special and personal experience of the magic of Machu Picchu. This is not your typical luxury Belmond hotel, as rooms and baths are small – but clean and nicely equipped. It’s all about the location here. The restaurant is very good, and the staff extremely friendly and accommodating and they make sure one has a pleasant experience. We would strongly recommend the hotel for anyone visiting Machu Picchu, to guarantee the best possible experience of this magical place.

The best possible hotel location at the entrance to Machu Picchu. Spotless and comfortable rooms (not luxm but fine), excellent food, outstanding staff.

Hotel located at the base of Machu Picchu with excellent views of the Andes. Who could ask for anything more.

Everything was amazing, with extra comforts added. Chocolates, lots of extras in the rooms, like towels for your hair, epson salts for the bath. A rain coat and water bottle. A full mini bar with drinks and snacks. Comfortable beds. On and on. Luxury at its finest.

One of four Belmond hotels we stayed at during our week in Peru and by far the most expensive. Our room (#20) was quite small and looked out to the front where buses were arriving every minute or two ferrying guests to the entrance to Machu Picchu. In fact, that’s the reason for staying here. We had a 2:30 entrance into the park in the bright sunshine after we arrived then again at 7 am the next morning in the misty fog. Based solely on room and bathroom size (both quite small with phone booth sized shower) this would be a 2-3 star spot. It was comfy and clean. But what distinguishes the Sanctuary is the very high level of service from the friendly staff. In addition, the food-breakfast, lunch and dinner, were all were good with ample variety and high quality. The location greatly simplifies and enhances a visit to Machu Picchu.