
Top 5 Luxury Boutique Hotels in the Sacred Valley
Jorge L.
Senior Luxury Travel Curator
Framed by glacier-capped peaks and carved by the Urubamba River, the Sacred Valley boasts South America’s finest sanctuary resorts. Here are our top 5 luxury boutique properties where world-class hospitality meets ancient Incan heritage.
1. Tambo del Inka, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa (Urubamba)
Nestled on the banks of the Urubamba River, Tambo del Inka is the pinnacle of Andean luxury. Featuring an exclusive private train station with direct service to Machu Picchu, guests can board the Vistadome or Hiram Bingham train directly from the hotel grounds.
Tambo del Inka seamlessly blends 5-star contemporary elegance with authentic Incan stonework and world-class hydrotherapy spas.
- Private onsite train station to Machu Picchu.
- Heated indoor-outdoor riverfront swimming pool & thermal circuits.
- Hawa Restaurant featuring organic harvest from an onsite 2-acre farm.
2. Sol y Luna – Relais & Châteaux (Urubamba)
Surrounded by lush gardens filled with giant dahlias and hummingbirds, Sol y Luna consists of private hand-built stone casitas. 100% of hotel profits fund the Sol y Luna Foundation, supporting education and care for local children.
- Private standalone casitas with wood-burning fireplaces and private jacuzzis.
- Daily Peruvian Paso horse shows & private equestrian stables.
- Wayra Restaurant showcasing regional fine dining and wood-fired gastronomy.
3. Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba (Huayoccari)
A contemporary hacienda-style hotel spanning 100 acres of organic farmland. Built on a hillside overlooking the valley, every suite offers sweeping panoramic views of towering Andean peaks.
- Earth-to-table organic dining harvesting quinoa, purple corn, and medicinal herbs.
- Nightly stargazing safaris in unpolluted mountain skies.
- Private casitas with custom alpaca blankets and hand-carved woodwork.
4. Explora Valle Sagrado (Urquillos)
Located on a remote corn plantation, Explora is designed for active luxury travelers. All stays include over 40 private guided explorations on foot, horseback, or bicycle.
- Restored 17th-century colonial hacienda spa with outdoor hot tubs.
- Private expert guides tailored to your fitness and exploration goals.
- Culinary menus designed by renowned chef Virgilio Martínez.
5. Skylodge Adventure Suites (Calca)
For the adventurous luxury seeker, Skylodge offers transparent glass sleeping capsules hanging 400 meters above the valley floor. Access requires climbing a via ferrata or ziplining.
- 360-degree glass bedroom suspended over the Sacred Valley canyon.
- Private gourmet dinner with wine served on your sky patio.
- Unforgettable sunrise views over the Urubamba River.
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