Reviews from guests who stayed at this hotel, shared by our hotel supplier. Score based on the latest 60 reviews.
NZtrip19
Couple · November 2025
“Welcoming with an excellent view”
+This hostel is bright and welcoming with very helpful staff and a lovely breakfast. Best of all they have a fantastic view of the city. I would certainly stay again
andrewlW6321DO
Couple · October 2025
“Long stay in Cusco”
+This was our first stop in a long trip and it proved a perfect welcome to South America. We ended up staying a little longer than first expected and the hostel was very accommodating. James was a massive help with organising days out and giving advice. We also really enjoyed the breakfast. The walk up the hill may wind you, but it's well worth it!
119bobl
Group of friends · October 2025
“Great youth hostel !”
+I was traveling trough Peru. Nice to have warm shower, clean room with individual bathroom and good breakfast for a low cost. Everybody was really nice. I swear it's a good place !
“Buen lugar para pasar unas noches”
+Un hostel tranquilo y con hermosa vista, el desayuno es delicioso, la habitación es cómoda. Queda en la parte alta de Cusco por lo que se debe llevar morral en lugar de equipaje de ruedas.
“Great view and hosts!”
+The loveliest hostel ever!! James made us feel at home and helped us organise our day trips!! Pepita and pepito also were lovely hosts! … and the views WOW!!! Also big thanks to all the staff for everything.
“Fantastisk udsigt over Cusco”
+Boede der tre gange i løbet af to uger. Beliggenhed fantastisk, søde og rare mennesker, kan klart anbefales
DARIANA EDITH
Family · June 2025
+El hotel esta ubicado en el barrio de San Blas, las calles y sus alrededores son muy bonitas y pintorescas, perfectas para salir a caminar y conocer un poco, y hay muchos restaurantes/cafes y boticas cerca. La zona es hasta cierto punto centrica, esta a 10-15 minutos caminando de la Plaza de Armas (principal), a 10 minutos caminando del mercado de San Pedro, a unos 7 minutos caminado a la Piedra de los 12 Angulos, y 20 minutos en carro al aeropuerto. Esta en una calle donde únicamente puedes entrar caminado (por lo que no lo encontraras en foto en google maps), importante considerar que esta cuesta arriba por lo que hay que subir escaleras. El hostel es muy bonito y acogedor, las habitaciones cuentan con agua caliente, incluyen toallas, y radiador que se mantiene encendido desde las 8 pm a 6 am aproximadamente, por lo que cumple con los basicos para tener una estancia comoda. Tienen una terraza con una preciosa vista donde puedes sentarte a desayunar o tomar un té de coca, muña u otros que estan a disposición a cualquier hora del día. Tambien tienen desayunos, siempre sirven huevos revueltos con pan, jugo de naranja y café, y todo esta delicioso. El personal es muy amable y servici
danlR5804MV
Couple · May 2025
“Great stay!”
+Very cute and friendly hostel. Senior James was very kind and helpful and made our stay a blast. We would recommend to anyone who would like a quieter stay in Cusco. The views from the balcony are great and it's close to the historic city and plenty of walkable streets. Great experience overall
932freddiem
Solo · April 2025
“Great place”
+Great place- super friendly staff. Amazing views over Cusco. Facilities include shared kitchen, great breakfast and tea available throughout the day. James sorted out Salkantay trek which was amazing- I believe they have other treks and tours available at great price. Thanks James and the rest of the staff at Samay Wasi
fabiankG8527EG
Couple · April 2025
“Beatuiful view and amazing staff with James”
+The hostel has a very nice view over Cusco and the staff is very nice. With James you can book tours and I would really recommend it as he always checks that everything is fine. He will make a plan for you to visit Machu Picchu if you want. He even booked a second night in Machu Picchu Village as we had to wait two days for tickets. All in all it was a very good stay and the private rooms are cosy.