Stay & Play

Three New Hotels Open Up the Skies and
Provide a Haven in the Sacred Valle

The Sacred Valley, known as El Valle Sagrado, is a lush green valley that lies north of Cusco and is a popular destination for those looking to trek and explore the archeological site of Machupicchu. Beyond Machupicchu, the valley has a lot of incredible opportunities for cultural exploration. The Sacred Valley envelops a fertile agricultural and cultural landscape, punctuated by small villages of Quechua-speaking communities and dotted with the surviving remains of great Inca family estates.

StarLodge Adventure Suites: Already known for their unique hanging SkyLodge Adventure Suites (guest room pods suspended on the side of cliffs overlooking the Sacred Valley), Natura Vive has now introduced six new StarLodge Adventure Suites. Unlike the original suites that were accessed after a longer hike, these can be reached after a short drive to the base platform, and then an easy climb up to the room via stairs with a secured guideline. Each of the six pods can accommodate up to four people (minimum age is 12 years), and offer a glass ceiling so guests can see the stars while tucked into bed. The site also includes hot tubs and a restaurant, and a stay can be combined with a via ferrata climb or ziplining adventure.

StarDome Peru: Co-founded and run by the local indigenous Quechuan community, StarDome Peru provides curious travellers with firsthand cultural immersions and transformational experiences led by locals. The geodesic dome houses five guest suites with floor-to-ceiling glass walls and vivid views of the valley and mountains. The property opened recently and just started taking reservations at the beginning of February. The hotel offers “spiritual encounters for those seeking not just to travel, but to heal.”

Las Qolqas Eco-Resort: Guests can experience glamorous camping, or “glamping”, at Las Qolqas Eco-Resort, while also minimizing their impact on their beautiful surroundings in the Sacred Valley. Located in Ollantaytambo, halfway between Cusco and Machupicchu, the resort offers guests an immersive experience in an Andean botanical garden in high-end tents that are temporary in nature, yet elegant, safe and very comfortable

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