Inkaterra Reserva Amazónica, Madre de Dios
A luxury eco-lodge facing the Madre de Dios River, the Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica has 35 wooden bungalows inspired by the Ese’Eja culture.
540 species of birds have been inventoried inside the forest on the hotel grounds.
The estate offers a wide variety of à la carte excursions, including the Inkaterra Canopy Walkway, a system of bridges 30 meters above the ground with privileged views of the Amazon. In 2013, Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica was ranked among the 25 best eco-lodges in the world by National Geographic Traveler magazine.
Inkaterra Hacienda Concepción, Madre de Dios
Deep in the Amazon, where Inkaterra’s story began, lies Inkaterra Hacienda Concepción, nestled between the Tambopata National Reserve and the banks of the Madre de Dios River. Nineteen majestic overwater bungalows and a large six-room house with high ceilings and thatched roofs dot the grounds.
An amazing choice of activities is offered by local guides who give first-hand information about the Peruvian Amazon.
The excursions include a visit to Lake Sandoval, a mirror of water inhabited by howler monkeys, caimans and giant otters.
Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel
Best known to those heading to the ancient citadel of Machu Picchu, the Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel is a cozy Andean village with terraced hills, waterfalls, stone paths and 81 small white mud-brick houses hidden in the cloud forest. A member of the National Geographic Unique Lodges of the World, the property spans nearly 12 acres of natural beauty, home to 214 species of birds including the golden-headed quetzal and the iconic Peruvian cock-of-the-rock, as well as the world’s largest collection of endemic orchids (372 species).
After exploring the Historic Sanctuary and internal excursions, guests can relax at the Unu Spa, which mixes classic treatments with a mystical Andean approach.
Natural products based on plant extracts (mint, eucalyptus and orchids) allow a pleasant spiritual, sensual and relaxing experience. The restaurant offers spectacular views of the Vilcanota River and reveals the secrets of Peruvian cuisine with a contemporary touch.
Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba, Sacred Valley of the Incas
The latest addition to the Inkaterra group, Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba is a contemporary Hacienda-style hotel located in the Sacred Valley of the Incas, between Cusco and Machu Picchu. Surrounded by nature in a splendid region, Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba occupies approximately 40 hectares framed by imposing green mountains.
Casa Hacienda ‘s 12 rooms and 24 luxurious bungalows have breathtaking views of the valley, offering guests an immersion in space, serenity and restful solitude.
The architecture and decoration are inspired by the cultural history of the region, with colonial furniture, authentic Inca masks and wooden handicrafts that further highlight the charm of the establishment.
A “land to table” concept operates through more than 4 hectares of plantation where guests are invited to pick their produce. Carbon-free crops such as quinoa, giant Urubamba wheat, medicinal herbs and a variety of potatoes are grown in the old-fashioned way with wooden tools and oxen, just as they were centuries ago.
Inkaterra La Casona, Cusco
Cusco’s premier boutique hotel, Inkaterra La Casona is located on the traditional Plaza de las Nazarenas, surrounded by vibrant cobblestone streets. This 16th-century stately home stands on the training grounds of the elite Inca army and has had the Conquistador Diego de Almagro and the Liberator Simon Bolivar among its prestigious guests.
After a careful renovation carried out by Inkaterra over five years to highlight the original architecture, the Inkaterra La Casona reflects the meeting of cultures and traditions across the centuries.
Surrounding the main patio, its eleven suites have fireplaces, heated floors and extra-large bathtubs. Its rooms are decorated with colonial-era furniture, pre-Columbian fabrics and original murals.
The Yacu therapy room offers tailor-made treatments and, like the mansion’s dining room, uses locally sourced products. Those who sleep within these stone walls, under the exposed beams, gain a deeper understanding of the city’s cultural heritage.
