HISTORIC DISTRICT CUSCO.

See all properties

Entire home

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Wonderful

4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8204.4 sq m

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer
Breakfast available
Fireplace
Kitchen
Mountain view

Explore the area

Cusco, Cusco

San Pedro Market
‪5 min walk‬
Plaza de Armas
‪9 min walk‬
Cusco Cathedral
‪12 min walk‬
Cusco (CUZ-Alejandro Velasco Astete Intl.)
‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Balcony

Dining area

About this property

Colonial House is a beautiful, spacious, fully furnished house for rent, located in the Historic District of Cusco, Peru. Address, Av. Baja 237-A
Four bedroom, 2 1/2 bath. Sleeps11, plus, if required, one on a sleeper sofa, in front of the fire place, and one on an additional sleeper sofa in the main living room area. Two living rooms, Large wood burning fireplace, full kitchen, washer/dryer.
High quality finishes throughout.
Two blocks from the Central Market of San Pedro, seven blocks from the main square, Plaza de Armas. The house is recently refurbished, colonial style, easy access, free wifi, cable TV. Within 10 minutes walk of some of the principal tourist sites in Cusco.
Panoramic views from the second level.

Owners: Geoff and Maria del Carmen Donoghue.
Marita is from Cusco Peru, Geoff Is Irish, Canadian and American, we now live part time in Florida.
We also organize a variety of tours in Cusco, Machupicchu, The Sacred Valley, The Manu Biospheric Reserve (the jungle) and our organic farm, Muhu Wasi Organicos in the Sacred Valley of the Inca.

Upon request, we can provide itineraries and pricing for any area of Peru.

Property manager

marita Donoghue

Languages

English, Spanish

Add dates for prices

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Breakfast available

Mountain view

Fireplace

Have a question?

Beta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Ask a question

Similar properties

Kitchen
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking permitted on two balconies

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

You may be asked to pay the following charges at the property: Peru value-added tax (18%). Nonresident travellers who present a valid passport and tourist visa/immigration card may be exempt from value-added tax (18%).

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

Parties and events are allowed on site

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

Children under 18 are generally not allowed to stay at properties in Peru without a parent, legal guardian or duly authorised responsible person. Accompanying adults may be asked for both their and the child's ID as well as any duly notarised supporting documentation. Visitors who plan to travel with children should consult with a Peruvian consulate office prior to travel for further guidance.

According to Peruvian law, cash is not accepted for payments over PEN 2,000 or USD 500. Payments greater than these amounts must be settled by credit card or other methods approved by the property and local law; payments cannot be split between currencies

About the area

Cusco

Located in Cusco Historic Center, a neighbourhood in Cusco, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Municipal Theater and ChocoMuseum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit San Pedro Market and Calle Marquez. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Garcilaso de la Vega Stadium or Action Valley. Explore all the area has to offer with mountain biking and hiking.

Cusco, Cusco

What's nearby

San Pedro Market - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Plaza de Armas - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Cusco Cathedral - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Coricancha - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Sacsayhuaman - 10 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

San Pedro Station - 6 min walk
Cusco (CUZ-Alejandro Velasco Astete Intl.) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

‪Sección de jugos - ‬5 min walk
‪El Mordisc'o Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
‪Restaurant Q'orisara - ‬7 min walk
‪El Tabuco - ‬7 min walk
‪Allin Trattoria Pizzería - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is HISTORIC DISTRICT CUSCO. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at HISTORIC DISTRICT CUSCO.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at HISTORIC DISTRICT CUSCO.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is HISTORIC DISTRICT CUSCO. located?

Located in Cusco Historic Center, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of San Pedro Church, San Pedro Market and Plaza de Armas. Iglesia y Convento de Santa Clara and Arch of Santa Clara are also within 10 minutes. San Pedro Station is 6 minutes by foot and Cusco Wanchaq Station is 23 minutes.

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

Learn more

5.0/10

Cleanliness

5.6/10

Check-in

7.0/10

Communication

6.0/10

Location

6.0/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

SAMUEL T.

5 January 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Stay in Cusco

The property is in the middle of town, just a walking distance to the plazas, good restaurants and several local attractions. It was very convenient. It is spacious, four bedrooms was plenty sufficient for our family of 5 to relax, watch Netflix movies and YouTube, cook, etc. The owner, Marita, was very responsive to all our needs and questions.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

2/10 Terrible

James B.

13 June 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Cusco

The property owner has stated she will refund our money for this stay. No checkin communication, property was not prepared, no water. We had to move to a hotel. A member of our party refused to stay at the property as it had not been cleaned for our stay. Please process a refund.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Richard T.

11 January 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

No-Show

This review isn’t the only one indicating that the host never showed up. Despite much one-way communication the host left me and my family on the street with our suitcases in a foreign country and never showed up. Neighbors were fortunately friendly and helpful. We had to book a hotel in an emergency. VRBO provided zero help or assistance. This happened to us previously with no help from VRBO, so I would never recommend using their service until the business model changes. A host should have a deposit/bond on file to pay for not showing up when renters then need an emergency place to stay. Hotels.com is fantastic and part of the same corporate family and could be used to quickly find options. The VRBO “help desk” asked us to be patient while they reached out to the host, but did nothing else. What a horrible experience.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Michael P., Gladstone

20 August 2016

Spacious, quaint, and in a great location hosted by a very personably and communicative host!

The property was as described - quaint, spacious, and in a super location. The open architecture on two floors was nice. Plenty of room for our family - from sleeping quarters, bathrooms, kitchen and seating areas. We visited in winter, so it was a bit cold at night - but we knew that going in and Marita had nice, warm blankets as well as a fireplace stocked with extra wood. Marita was a great hostess. Excellent communication. Flexible when we needed it. Addressed any questions we had. Proactive with items. Overall, very responsive to our needs. Location was excellent. Right around the corner from a modern supermarket as well as the local, gigantic indoor/outdoor market (a must see!). Within 4 easy block of them main tourist areas. Cusco is a great town, super nightlife, friendly people. A must see!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

Nicolay D.

31 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanks Colonial House!

Great location right in the middle of town. Good wifi and a good place to work remotely. The rooms were very clean and the manager had good recommendations for food. Can't wait to go back to Cusco and stay at colonial house! Thanks colonial house and staff.

Stayed 1 night in May 2022

2/10 Terrible

Mookie D.

10 May 2019

Pest Problem

This was a cute house with an antique Bohemian Feel. It feels a bit like a tree house as the top floor and main are separated by slabs of wood. Maria was overall helpful and nice to communicated with. Amalia who is the cleaner/care taker was very sweet, but did not show up when she said she would. We did have some issue. 1. This house has a pest problem. There are thick black spiders in the bedrooms upstairs and streams of ants in the kitchen. 2. The hot water is very poor and inconsistent. There is a plug that needs to go in for the hot water. Even after plugging that in, we had to jump in and out of the shower as the water turns from freezing to boiling every 2 to 4 minutes. 3. The bath stopper in the bathroom is broken. 4. You hear dogs barking and cars honking all night. The street looks tiny, and it looks like it should be quiet, but it seems that the dogs congregate next door because the noise is impossible. 5. The internet was very weak. 6. The house is dark. It’s actually exactly as it looks in the photos. 7. Maria was upset that we had left the house a mess. And it certainly is true, it was left a mess. But in my defense, I knew that we would leave a larger mess than covered in the cleaning fee, so I offered to pay Amalia (who Maria said would come) on my own to clean. She never came. So overall we had a pleasant stay. I think if they fix those few issues above, and not feel the need to unnecessarily threaten guests, it is the perfect house to rent in Cusco. Also a note to future renters: they offer plug in heaters in every room. A lot of people complained about the house being cold in previous comments, but we did not have this issue at all.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Erik H., Spanish Fork, Utah

5 June 2018

Highly recommend

Our family stayed in the Colonial House and we loved it. The house was beautiful, clean, and only a few blocks away from the plaza and all of the historic sites, museums, and shopping. There is also a supermarket very close which was convenient. The owner Maria offered us personal attention and helped us with everything we needed. She has a farm out in Sacred Valley and invited us to visit one day for a traditional meal. I highly recommend this home and thank Maria for making our trip a great one.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Nancy F.

14 January 2018

Great location, fun property!

Marita made us feel very welcome! The house was perfect for our needs. Kitchen was supplied with many conveniences.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

29 September 2017

Great place for a large group in Cusco

My group of 6 travelers loved staying here during our time in Cusco. The place was comfortable, clean, and Marita took the time both when we arrived and throughout our visit to make sure we felt comfortable. She even took the time to recommend sites to see and her favorite restaurants.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Etienne P.

9 August 2017

Beautiful property, chonvenient location

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Cusco. The home was, clean and well appointed. We were greeted by the host upon our arrival and they were available to address any needs we had. We were a family of six and had plenty of room. There was one watch out: we were there in July and the night time temperatures were in the low 30s F and the house was NOT HEATED. There was a fireplace, but it provided limited heat through the house.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Azeem L., Toronto, Ontario

12 June 2017

Lovely, spacious and very helpful hosts

We had a lovely stay at the residence. The host was very warm, friendly and helpful.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Madlyn Claire R., Austin, Texas

12 June 2017

Perfect Place!!

We loved staying at the Colonial House! It was the perfect location close to the Plaza de las Armas, maybe an 8 minute walk. Marita was very hospitable and helpful. I would definitely recommend staying here with a group of friends or one family. The house did get a bit cold, so be sure to utilize the fireplace upstairs and all of the extra blankets!

Stayed 6 nights in May 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Norman S.

16 May 2017

Great Property and Fantastic Host

Colonial House and Marita our host were terrific. The house was comfortable and very conveniently located to all Cusco attractions. We would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Ruth D.

16 April 2017

Location is great

We found the overall property was a little on the dirty side, dirt on the floors, dusty, hole/rip in bed sheets. Door handle broken in one of the bedrooms which one night left us locked in until our friends opened from the outside. The house was very cold, and the firewood left for us, which we paid for was wet. We asked for more firewood and it was not delivered. Showers were hot, kitchen was adequate enough and the location was great. Fridge tempreture couldn't be adjusted and froze some of our stuff.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Mamie N., NYC

21 January 2017

Nice location and lot of rooms

We stayed for a week and enjoyed staying here. We were delayed our arrival but Amalia, the assistant, was waiting for us and welcomed us. The apartment was located near the center and good to walk everywhere. The house was clean and had one room with bathroom and others for sharing bathroom. We were in January and cold. The house does not have heater but has a large fire place in the second floor to keep the house warm but not the bedrooms.

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

David S.

8 January 2017

Excellent stay! Clean home, convenient location, safe neighborhood, hot showers

We were very satisfied with this home. The communication with Geoff and his wife Maria before we arrived was very good. They went out of their way to answer our questions. Maria's sister greeted us at the home when we arrived and showed us how to use the home. The linens were all very clean, as was the home. It was a cozy place to spend five nights and we would definitely stay here again. The only downside for the house was that the internet was a bit spotty, especially when using high bandwidth things like video chat. The home is walking distance to a supermarket and bakery. It's also about 10 min from the Plaza de Armas downtown. Thank you so much for this great stay!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jeff H., San Francisco

16 October 2016

Fantastic house, owner and location

The house is great. Well decorated. Very homey. Location is perfect. Awesome market around the corner. The owner is kind and intelligent. She was a huge help in coordinating tours for me and my friend. Highly recommended.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Matthew C., South Boston, Massachusetts

12 July 2016

Exceptional in Every Way

Colonial House is a lovely and spacious apartment with an ideal location for exploring all that Cusco has to offer. Each room is very private and offers its own charm and personality. Marita is an amazing hostess -- very warm, welcoming and full of interesting and helpful information. Marita truly makes Colonial House feel like a home away from home. I highly recommend Colonial House -- you will not be disappointed.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

LeeAnn A., Denver, CO

8 March 2016

Great Stay!

The house was as described. Great location, easy walk to all the main attractions. The supermarket was 2 blocks away, so it was easy to buy water & other supplies. Very comfortable for six people. Plenty of hot water. The house has lots of stairs. As stated in other reviews there is a fair amount of street noise, so light sleepers may want ear plugs. Maria was easy to work with to book the reservation. Jose, the local contact, arranged airport transfer for us. All was smooth.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Katherine S.

16 January 2016

Wonderful apartment in Cusco

My family of five stayed here last summer and we loved our week in Colonial House. Marita was terrific in helping us get situated (transfer from the airport) and had wonderful recommendations for dining and once-in-a-lifetime outings. Because we were meeting with friends, our first week we used the apartment to explore Cusco, it attractions, and the wonderful architectural sites surrounding the city. The kids and we all loved the apartment and its two stylish and comfortable sitting areas, especially the wood burning stove upstairs. A lifesaver in the winter month of July. My husband now loves Peru and we hope to come back soon for more food and hiking and wonderful people.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Diane H., Born in South Africa

21 October 2015

Colonial house in Cusco

This is a beautiful colonial House in Cusco Close to the Don Pedro market and Plaza De Armas All walking distance.. House is beautiful decorated and bright... We had a great time and would highly recommend It can accommodate 6-8 people and has all the amenities

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2015

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Whitney B.

24 September 2015

Spacious, comfortable and in Great Location!

We loved staying 3 blocks from Mercado San Pedro and just a few more from Plaza de Armas. There were just the right amount of bedrooms for our family of 6. On rainy afternoons we hung out upstairs around the fire place and at night snuggled under warm alpaca blankets. Marita came to visit us the last day and we loved learning about all the projects she is working on to conserve local environment and culture while giving visitors an authentic experience. Yoni cooked a fabulous meal for us one evening after a long day of hiking and I recommend taking advantage of this option. We are all hoping to return to visit Marita'so jungle project!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Kevin S., Memphis, TN

22 July 2015

The pros and cons

Stayed here 3 nights July 2015. Three adults. Pro: Clean, nicely decorated, modern baths, well equipped kitchen, good WIFI, 3 spacious bedrooms with nice bedding, responsive host, easy walk to anywhere in the historic center. Con: (1)We were here in July 2015 (winter) with overnight lows (35 F or 1.5 C). Sitting by the fireplace was nice in the evenings, but the rest of the apartment was cold. Morning showers and breakfast were chilly. (2)The apartment is on a dirty, very narrow and VERY busy side street. Along with heavy auto traffic, a diesel bus passes every 3-4 minutes through the day. There is less traffic later in the evening. If the street issues don't bother you, and your visit is during a warmer time of year, I would recommend this place for 3 adults or 3 couples.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Luis H.

18 July 2015

Very satisfied

This place in Cusco is a must if you are spending a few days there. Very clean, only a few blocks from the Plaza de Armas, close to shopping, including the mercado San Pedro which is only around the block. THe hosts were very friendly and responsive. I would definitely recommend this place and will be back at some point.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Patrick S., Caldwell

26 February 2015

Great experience

What a great vacation experience. The house was well kept, large, and a easy walk to the center of Cusco. Our hosts were very helpful in setting up tours, making recomendations, transportation, and any addressing any details that needed. We normally rent homes, and this was one of the best rentals experiences that we have had. The management has been careful to pay attention to all the details that are needed for a memorable vacation.

About the host

Hosted by marita Donoghue

Marita was born in Cusco Peru.
Now she lives in Florida but traveling often to Cusco Peru.

Why they chose this property

Good Decision, great location!!

What makes this property unique

yes

Languages:

English, Spanish

Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback

HISTORIC DISTRICT CUSCO.

Photo gallery for HISTORIC DISTRICT CUSCO.

Reviews

Popular amenities

Explore the area

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 4

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

About this property