Antigua Casona San Blas

The house has been thoughtfully restored to replicate the original design. The courtyard, one of many common spaces, has intricately carved wooden columns and balconies dressed in climbing ivy - Instagram-perfect! Comfy seats around the outdoor fire pit are heaven for relaxing or exchanging travel stories, while the restaurant serves classics with a Peruvian twist and all using locally-sourced ingredients. Wine lovers will appreciate the selection offered at the cava, while the spa and heated yoga studio are all about wellness.

There are 14 guest rooms, all with beautiful, carved wood details, colourful décor and added touches like extra pillows and shawls. All rooms have King or twin beds, radiators, flatscreen TVs and authentic terracotta brick or hardwood floors. The spacious bathrooms have large, Spanish-style showers with plenty hot water and are a delight. In-room green efforts include window and door insulation, LED bulbs and a zero-plastic waste policy. Some rooms overlook a beautiful terraced garden with native flowers and running water fountain - a beautiful view to wake up to.

The hotel’s central San Blas location means there are plenty of galleries and eateries to explore on the doorstep. The lively San Blas square is at the end of the street and the Plaza de Armas is only a 7-minute walk downhill, as are many other of the iconic sights. For a quiet afternoon, try a yoga class or book a pamper session at the Antigua Spa in the hotel. For the outdoorsy, try a day hikes around the city or the Sacred Valley, or paddle board at 3,800 metres on Piuray lake.