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Pozo del Cielo Hotel

Pozo del Cielo Hotel

Pretty, rustic-looking retreat with sloping roofs and traditional adobe walls in a peaceful location surrounded by the beauty of nature.

This pretty retreat has a peaceful location on the edge of the valley’s principal town, Chivay, with views of the Colca river. Close to the canyon itself and secluded from noise and light pollution, Pozo del Cielo is a great base for soaking up the enchantment of the natural environment.

Sloping roofs and a charmingly higgledy-piggledy design give the hotel a rustic look inspired by the character of the region, interspersing local stone with traditional adobe walls painted in earthy ochre tones. Rooms are sparsely furnished but have a distinct Andean charm and views of the river or the beautiful flower-filled gardens. Some also have a small terrace. Heating can be a problem (as is common in the Peruvian highlands in all but the top hotel categories) but cosy blankets are provided for warmth. There is also an attractive dining hall with a log burning stove.

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What our clients say

  • “The range of experiences was like an assault course on the senses. The geography, the cultural diversity, the wildlife, the colours.” 

    RC, Ealing Sep 2010

  • Colca canyon really exceeded expectations and we hadn't been aware of this destination prior to arranging the trip.

    JA, Staines-upon-thames Jun 2017

  • Highlights: That's hard.., so many... for Alex: inca trail, for us: condors, lake titicaca, huchuy qosqo, ruins around cusco, colca canyon riding, chinchero market, moray & maras, macchu Picchu /…

    CB, Sandwich Jun 2017

  • Most Memorable Moment?: Arriving at Machu Pichu - seen the photographs could not believe actually there.

    CM, Bradford-on-avon May 2017

  • "The people, mixing with the Peruvian people in the markets, talking and laughing with them."

    JL, Cobham Jun 2014

  • Highlight: Reaching the sun gate mid/late afternoon to see Machu Picchu bathed in sunshine.

    RK, Worcester Apr 2017
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