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El Albergue, Sacred Valley, Peru

El Albergue

Sacred Valley, Peru

El Albergue

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A wonderfully quirky and traditional option right in the heart of the Sacred Valley of the Incas, El Albergue has become one of Audley's favourite options in the area. Located in Ollantaytambo station, the hotel provides a surprisingly calm oasis from the hustle and bustle of the station and nearby town.

Rooms are spread around a central garden area that leads out to the attached neighbouring farm, and are full of character and local touches. The beautiful gardens are full of flowers and fruit trees which are popular with hummingbirds, and the organic farm can be visited during the day. The hotel offers a real taste of traditional Peruvian hospitality surrounded by stunning mountain views.

OUR OPINION:

A clean, comfortable and well located hotel for those who plan to spend most of the day exploring the Sacred Valley. The property oozes with character and charm, and while its position at Ollantaytambo station means it can be a little noisy throughout the day (trains run from 5.30am to 11pm) it's a tranquil place to spend the night once the rush of the day has passed.

OUR RATING: Medium

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Photos of El Albergue

  • Restaurant, El Albergue, Sacred Valley of Incas
  • El Albergue, Sacred Valley of Incas
  • Organic farm, El Albergue, Sacred Valley of Incas
  • Superior Garden Room, El Albergue, Sacred Valley of Incas
  • Views of the rooftops and Andes

Rooms

All the rooms in the hotel are clean, comfortable and simply decorated with traditional handicrafts, creating a rustic atmosphere. They come equipped with Wi-Fi access, safes and private bathrooms.

The Superior and Superior Plus rooms are great options, but are a little smaller and tend to be nearer the front of the hotel, meaning that they can be noisier. We like the Garden and Balcony room categories, which look onto the central courtyard area, offer more space and are quieter.

Location

The hotel is located right at Ollantaytambo station, where trains depart to Machu Picchu. Most of the rooms in the hotel are to the back of the property which means you shouldn't be disturbed by the trains, although of course some noise is inevitable. The town of Ollantaytambo is around a ten-minute walk away and easily accessible from the hotel. The town itself is full of history and has a couple of traditional restaurants that are well worth trying.

Food and drink

The hotel has a great little restaurant and caf茅 attached where you can enjoy breakfast. Meals and snacks are also available during the day and evening. The restaurant specialises in providing hearty Peruvian fare, and many of the ingredients are produced in the hotel's gardens or the adjoining farm.

Facilities and activities

The property features a wood stove sauna for guests to relax in after a busy day of exploring. It also offers a laundry service.

The El Albergue Farm can be visited by those staying at the property between 8am and 5pm, and guests can even have a go at performing some of the farm work if they wish! There's also the option to take part in a traditional Pachamanca lunch on the farm for those who wish to learn more about this alternative cooking technique.

Tour ideas in Sacred Valley

Our itineraries are there to spark ideas for how you could include a stay at El Albergue as part of your trip. Treat them simply as suggestions, because every aspect of the trip we create for you will be yours to define.

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    Where possible, we like to offer a range of accommodation for each stop of your trip, chosen by our specialists as some of their favourite places to stay. To help you make the right choice, we give each property a rating based on its facilities and service, but we also look for hotels with distinct character or a location that can't be bettered.

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    Experiences while staying here

    The following activities are designed to give you the most authentic experiences of the area where you're staying. We work with local guides, who use their knowledge and often a resident's eye to show you the main sights and more out-of-the-way attractions. Our specialists can also suggest outdoor pursuits and activities, such as cooking classes, that will introduce you to the traditions of the area's inhabitants.

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      Chinchero Market & Ruins

      During your day of exploration, you visit the colourful local market in the town of Chinchero. This is one of the most traditional markets in all of South America, and you will be surrounded by locals in their traditional dress all buying and selling their produce.

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    • Day hike (KM 104 Trail) to Machu Picchu
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      Day hike (KM 104 Trail) to Machu Picchu

      Day hike (KM 104 Trail) to Machu Picchu

      A trek from the Sacred Valley to Machu Picchu, arriving at the Inti Punku Sun Gate for an unforgettable view of Machu Picchu.

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    • Huchuy Qosqo Trek
      Views of the Sacred Valley from the Huchuy Qosqo trek

      Huchuy Qosqo Trek

      Huchuy Qosqo Trek

      The trail takes you through small hamlets and affords stunning views of the Sacred Valley and P铆sac below. The trail climbs steadily to a pass at 4,200 m, beyond which you will descend to a beautiful canyon, where a picnic lunch is served.

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