Hotel Monasterio
An Orient Express Hotel
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Cuzco Hotel Monasterio
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ABOUT THE HOTEL MONASTERIO - in their own words:
At the heart of Cuzco is the 16th-century Hotel Monasterio.The Monastery was originally built in 1595 on the site of the palace of Inca Amaru Qhala. In 1598, it was founded as the Seminary of San Antonio Abad by the sixth Bishop of Cuzco, Monsignor Antonio de la Raya, to train Catholic priests.
The building was seriously damaged by the earthquake in 1650, and upon restoration the beautiful Chapel was added. It is decorated in the indigenous Baroque style with gold-plated pictures frames and truly magnificent paintings by the best artists of the Cusquenian Art School, depicting scenes from the life of San Antonio Abad.
In 1692, by papal edict from Pope Innocent II and the Royal letters Patent issued by King Charles II, the seminary became a Royal Pontifical University. However in 1816, a royal decree from the King of Spain rescinded this authority and the institute reverted back to being a seminary until, May 30, 1965 when the building was remodelled into a hotel.
In May 1999, Orient-Express Hotels, Trains & Cruises took over the management of the renamed Hotel Monasterio.
The Hotel remains a national historical landmark, protected by the INC (National Institute of Culture) and has retained its characteristics and charm. It is a splendid model of the colonial renaissance style, consisting of three sections in different levels. The heart of the Hotel is the central courtyard with its soft fountain and 300-year old Cedar tree surrounded by gardens and the famous stone cloisters.
The stones around the huge wooden entrance doors looking on to the Plazoleta Nazarenas still bear the Spanish Arms Escutcheon and the image of Bishop Monsignor Juan Serricolea y Olea.LOCATION: Hotel Monasterio is only a ten-minute drive from the airport and just two blocks from the Plaza de Armas, Cuzco's central square, where the cathedral and most important museums are located.
ACCOMMODATIONS: Hotel Monasterio has 126 rooms including;
- 17 Standard Room
- 91 Deluxe Rooms
- 12 Junior Suites
- 1 Deluxe Suite
- 3 Presidential Suites
- 2 Royal Suites.
The decoration and furnishings combine the best of modern and traditional Spanish colonial style, many of them with charming views of the city or the colourful rooftops of Cuzco. You can feel the presence of the past even if you are pampered with every luxury and modern comfort. Laundry and Room Service are available 24 hours a day.
The original architecture and design of the Monasterio has not been significantly altered, and thus the rooms do reflect their origins as a home for Jesuit seminarians. There are no two rooms alike and they all vary in size and format.
The Hotel Monasterio has counteracted the sickness altitude problem by introducing an oxygen supplementation system in most of our rooms.
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Deluxe Rooms: At Monasterio, we have ninety-one Deluxe Rooms, many with lovely views to the Main Court Yard. These rooms offer remote controlled television, individually controlled heating system, personal safety box and two telephones. There are two handicap accessible Deluxe Rooms. Around sixty-five guest rooms are enriched with oxygen to help combat any problems encountered as a result of the high altitude. |
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Junior Suites: There are twelve Junior Suites in the hotel, all designed with two levels. Each suite has a lovely bedroom on the mezzanine level and offers remote controlled television, writing desk, individually controlled heating system, personal safety box and two telephones. Our Junior Suites are enriched with oxygen to make your stay more pleasant. |
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Deluxe Suite: Our Deluxe Suite offers spacious and deluxe accommodation with various facilities. This charming suite offers a separate living room, a king size bed, remote controlled VCR/TV, three phones, fax machine, safe box, individually controlled heating system, a marble bathroom and a writing desk. This Suite is enriched with oxygen to make your stay more pleasant. |
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Presidential Suites: The hotel has three spacious and elegant Presidential Suites, all featuring a king-size bed, separate living room and a marble bathroom. Additional facilities include remote controlled VCR/TV, writing desk, individually controlled heating system, safety box, 2 telephones and a fax machine. To make your stay more pleasant you will be able to enjoy the unique room enriched with oxygen. |
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Royal Suites: The two Royal Suites at Hotel Monasterio offer the best in luxurious accommodation, with a wide range of facilities including an outdoor terrace, separate living room, marble bathroom, remote controlled VCR/TV, writing desk, individually controlled heating system, safety box, 4 telephones and a fax machine. The suite is also equipped with a bath and separate shower and a private court yard.The Illariy, adjacent to the Main Square/Courtyard, is decorated with paintings from the ancient Cuzco seminary and is the ideal place to enjoy a light meal or snack and a superb dinner. |
Hotel Monasterio - Oxygen Enrichment Perhaps the most exciting aspect of the renovation of the Hotel Monasterio was the oxygen-enrichment of a number of our rooms. Oxygen is piped into the rooms 24 hours a day,
oxygenating the rooms down to an atmospheric pressure of app 2,400 metres which is low
enough to prevent ill effects from altitude sickness. It has been shown that each
additional 1% oxygen concentration inspired equates to a 300 metre descent. Thus by
raising the inspired oxygen level from 21% to 24%, there is an effective decrease in
altitude of 900 metres ie; taking the room down to 2,400 metres. |
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RESTAURANTS & BARS:
El Tupay is the location for our well known Buffet Breakfast and Saturday Inca Dinners - set in an architecturally significant location, the original refectory of the ancient monastery, the service is warm and friendly.Illariy Restaurant: With its view onto the Main Patio and intimate ambiance, Restaurant Illariy will charm you with its unique atmosphere and distinctive Peruvian and International cuisine, created by our chef Marco Albán. Enjoy delicious snacks, sumptuous meals and a lovely view of the hotel's largest courtyard and gardens.
The Lobby Bar boasts a large variety of the best quality liquors, cocktails and refreshments, which our skilled bartenders are pleased to prepare for you, or, you may prefer to dine in the privacy and comfort of your own room with our 24-hour Room Service.BATH BUTLER SERVICE: Relaxing Moments with our Bath Butler Service
End the day on a warm and tranquil note with a relaxing bath, specially drawn and prepared to suit you. It’s our pleasure to introduce you to our Bath Butler service aimed at providing you with that extra touch of indulgence to complete the hospitality and care of the Hotel Monasterio.
Revitalise after a long day with a steamy bath, softly lit with the glow of candles and fragrant with aromatic salts, or celebrate your Andean romance in style, with satiny rose petals, champagne, candles and bubbles.
Andean Romance:
A romantic bath in a pleasant and stylish atmosphere.
- Bottle of champagne
- Candles
- Chocolates
- Aromatic salts
- Rose petals
Queros Bath:
Relaxing bath that evokes ancient Inca traditions.
- Glass of coca sour
- Peruvian cigar
- Scented candles
- Anti-stress bath salts
- Coca leaf decoration
Inca Bath:
Energetic bath, symbol of Inca sumptuosity.
- Freshly squeezed natural fruit juice
- Scented candles
- Exfoliating glove
- Exfoliating sponge
- Energizing bath essence
- Coca leaf decoration
MASSAGES AT HOTEL MONASTERIO:
The Incas believed that Cuzco was the navel of the world and undeniably, there is an energy and vigor in the air which is almost tangible. Specialists in ancient Andean healing techniques combine oriental influences on relaxation to channel this energy through the body - cleansing and eliminating negative elements and transmitting peace and well-being.
Why not place yourself in our capable hands and indulge in one of our massages:
Andean Massage:
A combination of a relaxing massage and an ancient ritual developed by the Andean people, this treatment is designed to rebalance your emotions and renew energy. Aromatherapy is applied using 'Kantu' the sacred flower of the Incas. The massage is followed by a period of quiet contemplation in which you will be served a herbal tea or fresh juice.
Reiki:
Is there any better place than Cuzco to experience vital energy transference? A healing experience involving the placing of hands on the body and also the spiritual aura.
Shiatzu:
Shiatzu or 'finger pressure technique' acts on the different energy channels of the body to restore and maintain vitality and health.Aromatherapy:
A selection of delicate, scented oils eases slight ailments and enhances beauty.