Las Chullpas

This self-described "ecological guesthouse" is the sort of place you'd expect to find in the Amazon cloud forest rather than the Sacred Valley. It's a funky, and fun, place to stay, with a bohemian feel but enough creature comforts (including, importantly, great hot showers) for all but the most demanding guests. That said, it's mostly a place for young and young-at-heart people. Run by a young Chilean and his German ex-wife (a midwife who works with campesina women from the countryside), the nine rooms are connected huts that have the feel of tree forts, but with an abundance of artisanal style, including comfortable beds, stovepipe heaters, and hand-painted, glazed tiles in the bathrooms. Profits from the huge suite go toward Leonie's midwifery practice -- making it the perfect, feel-good splurge. The inn is secluded, up a long dirt road 3km (2 miles) from Urubamba. Chalo prepares excellent organic and vegetarian meals in the cozy, fireplace-warmed dining room. He's sensitive to the ecological impact of tourism and questions of sustainable development in the region, and he's also a great mountain guide, who runs multiday treks into the Urubamba mountain range (visit www.peru.uhupi.com for info).

Facilities:
Restaurant

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.

Back to Top