Belmond Palacio Nazarenas

A former 17th-century palace and convent that emerged from years of restoration to become one of Cusco’s most stylish hotels, Belmond Palacio Nazarenas is built on Inca foundations and combines colonial history with a contemporary indulgence.

The precious Inca stonework, gold-framed paintings and colonial frescos are offset by an inviting outdoor pool and daring Peruvian cuisine that often makes use of indigenous herbs and edible flowers from the garden.

Its 55 suites are set around seven sheltered courtyards, whose trickling fountains provide a peaceful melodic backdrop, and each is enriched with oxygen to assist guests with their acclimatisation to the high altitude. Each suite is uniquely decorated with Peruvian flourishes, hand-embroidered silk bed sheets and hand-painted frescos. Some of the stunning rooms feature hypnotic views over the mountains, while others boast Inca stonework.