Sanctuary Lodge, A Belmond Hotel, Machu Picchu

Hotels
Belmond Hotels
9.5 (265 reviews)
Carretera Hiram Bingham Km 7.5 , Machu Picchu , pe

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great service
Good food
Perfect location
Friendly staff
Memorable experiences

Categories

Cleanliness
9.33
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Service
9.8
Staff was warm, welcoming, and gracious with top-notch service.
Location
9.84
Hotel is at the doorstep of Machu Picchu, perfect location.
Room Quality
9.29
Rooms and amenities were lovely.
Amenities
9.32
Excellent amenities recognized in multiple reviews.
Value for Money
9.28
Yes, it’s expensive, but they really deliver.
Food and Beverage
9.33
The food was good overall, with highlights noted in the reviews.
Overall Experience
9.8
Unique experience to be remembered in a lifetime.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 02:28

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations with Stunning Views

This luxurious hotel, Sanctuary Lodge, A Belmond Hotel, Machu Picchu, offers elegantly decorated rooms with cable TV and work desks. Some rooms even feature private patios with mountain views, providing a serene retreat for guests. The hotel's landscaped ponds and direct views of the Huayna Picchu Mountain create a picturesque backdrop for a relaxing stay.

Exceptional Dining Experience

Guests can indulge in a culinary journey at the hotel's restaurants. Whether dining á la carte at Tampu Restaurant with panoramic jungle views or savoring Andean flavors at Tinkuy Restaurant with rustic stone interiors, each meal promises to be a memorable experience.

Convenient Location and Unique Experiences

With easy access to Machu Picchu citadel and trips to Aguas Calientes thermal baths, Sanctuary Lodge is the perfect base for exploring the wonders of Peru. Additionally, the hotel's proximity to Machu Picchu train station and Machu Picchu Airport ensures a seamless travel experience.

Book your stay at Sanctuary Lodge, A Belmond Hotel, Machu Picchu for an unforgettable getaway surrounded by luxury and natural beauty.

Important information:

When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Belmond Sanctuary Lodge is only accessible by a public bus service departing from Aguas Calientes Train Station in Machu Picchu. Round-trip bus tickets must be purchased from the Consettur booth at the station. Busses depart every 20 minutes between 5:30–15:30. There are no taxis from Aguas Calientes to the Machu Picchu Citadel.

Based on local tax laws, Peruvian citizens (and foreigners staying more than 59 days in Peru) must pay an additional fee of 18%. To be exempt from this 18% additional fee (IVA), a copy of the immigration card and passport must be presented. Please note both documents are required for fee exemption. Guests who are not able to present both documents will be required to pay the fee. The tax is applied per room when the room is shared by a taxable and a nontaxable guest.
Foreign business travelers who require a printed invoice, will also be charged the additional 18% regardless of the length of their stay in Peru. This fee is not automatically calculated in the total costs for the reservation.

In accordance with the new provisions in force as of April 17, 2021 (DS No. 005-2021-MINCETUR)For the entry of minors accompanied by one or both parents, it is mandatory to carry the passport or identity card of the minor. It is also a requirement to present at the hotel, the birth certificate as well as passport or identity card of the accompanying parent, as appropriate.

According to Peruvian law (Law No. 28194), cash is not accepted for payments from PEN 2000 or USD 500. These currencies must be settled by credit card or other methods approved by the hotel and Peruvian Law. Payments cannot be split between currencies.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: CUZ

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.5
Based on 265 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.33
Service: 9.8
Location: 9.84
Room Quality: 9.29
Amenities: 9.32
Value for Money: 9.28
Food and Beverage: 9.33
Overall Experience: 9.8
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Kairo Fernandes couple br
10
An incredible experience
Pros:

The Belmond team is amazing and made it possible for us to visit Machu Picchu on two different days. The location is unbeatable, and the hotel’s facilities are outstanding.

2026-06-17 via Nuitee
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Nicole family_with_children us
1
False advertising- DO NOT STAY HERE
Pros:

This property falsely advertises that guests have dawn access to Machu Pichu. I paid $10,500 for one night for four rooms based on this advertised information. Guests do NOT have any special access to the ruins whatsoever. In addition, the hotel is interesting, because it’s the former research facilities, but the hotel isn’t great at all. The service and food are good but this is otherwise a massive disappointment.

Cons:

False advertising- no special access to Machu Pichu whatsoever and certainly no dawn access

2026-06-15 via Nuitee
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RAFAEL solo_traveller br
10
Pros:

Minha melhor experiência hoteleira. O profissionalismo, educação e simpatia dos funcionários são algo fora da curva. Muitas amenidades, menu de travesseiro, restaurante e serviços de gastronomia impecáveis. Vista para a cordilheira. A sensação de passar a noite no meio da Amazônia peruana é indescritível. Sem falar, de fato, que o acesso a Machu Picchu fica do lado.

Cons:

O preço de fato é alto mas pode ser explicado pela exclusividade. Outro ponto para detalhe é que não há ducha higiênica nos banheiros, contudo parece ser comum no Peru, visto que em outros hotéis também não tinham.

2026-05-31 via Nuitee
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Hanspeter couple de
8
viel zu teuer aber an der S
Pros:

tolle Lage, tolle Leute, mäßiges Hotel

Cons:

Zimmer sind für den Preis unterirdisch

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
1
138yanc NONE Zurich
10
Superb location and excellent service
Pros:

The location is right at the entrance to Machu Picchu - couldn't be better. The staff went above and beyond to make our stay pleasurable. I would like to single out Wilson who served our dinner and explained everything so clearly. He also demonstrated how to make a delicious Peruvian chili pepper sauce, which I will try when I get home.

2026-05-16 via Tripadvisor
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gustavo solo_traveller br
10
2026-05-12 via Nuitee
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ClaudiaCc179 Couples Lima, Lima Region
10
Great last stop in Cusco
Pros:

Food, drinks and service, such an experience. Russel and Herbert were very attentive and even made the spicy sauce table side after we mention we like spicy. There are hummingbird showing up occasionally by the windows, the whole place is beautiful. Highly recommended

2026-05-11 via Tripadvisor
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P1850XYcaseyp Friends getaway
10
Diego the server and experience
Pros:

The best service I’ve ever had including the US, Columbia, Peru, etc. Diego was amazing, remembered our names and took care of us the entire time. The items were amazing and so were the drinks (for us the juices). On top of that the desert was light and amazing. Diego is a great server I recommend him!! Only thing I’d say is menu is slightly small but the flavor packs a punch and I think helps them keep quality control good or something like that. View was amazing as well.

2026-05-09 via Tripadvisor
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T155UOsandrao Friends getaway
10
Tampu at Sanctuary Lodge
Pros:

Amazing service by Jesus and the rest of the Sanctuary Lodge Tampu restaurant crew. Amazing food and peaceful environment. Highly recommended.

2026-05-06 via Tripadvisor
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agnes182026 NONE
10
Incredible service
Pros:

Every staff member was kind and helpful; special shout out to Beran and Araceli in the dining room-- they made the delicious food even better with their service! After spending hours ascending Machu Picchu, it's such a treat to walk into the calm Sanctuary Lodge and be offered a cool hand towel to freshen up right away. The room with a patio was a lovely way to relax after a strenuous climb. The grounds were beautiful as well.

2026-05-02 via Tripadvisor
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Gerardo couple us
10
2026-05-02 via Nuitee
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miketedone NONE New York City, New York
10
The only way to go
Pros:

It is the only way to go. We were recommended from another traveler to stay there and they were absolutely right The staff makes every aspect of your stay, a beautiful experience if you can afford it, get a room with a Terrace and have breakfast on your decklooking at the Cloud forest in the mountains.

2026-04-29 via Tripadvisor
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pauloa431 NONE Sao Paulo, State of Sao Paulo
10
An unforgetable experience
Pros:

The stay at Sanctuary Lodge was a unique and unforgettable experience. We felt truly cherished, and the stay exceeded all our expectations. The hotel’s commitment to pampering its guests was evident. I would especially like to highlight the cordiality, kindness, and exceptional attention of Antony Rams Atayupanqui, an outstanding, top-tier professional.

2026-04-26 via Tripadvisor
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Q7814NJmicheller Couples
10
Excellent experience and service
Pros:

Excellent service. Brehan Martinez went above and beyond. We are here for our wedding anniversary and the experience has been excellent.

2026-04-25 via Tripadvisor
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Aziz couple tr
10
Matchu Picchu girişinin hemen yanında rüya gibi bir konaklama oldu
Pros:

Her şey mükemmeldi, lokasyon , atmosfer , hizmet , yemekler , misafirperverlik , bahçesi , manzarası , organize olmaları , her ihtiyacımızı daha biz istemeden karşılamaları, gerçekten harika bir deneyimdi.

Cons:

Her şey mükemmeldi, eleştirebileceğim hiçbir şey yok.

2026-04-21 via Nuitee
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MandyMoothenoo Family
10
The best pisco sour cocktail of our holiday
Pros:

We enjoyed a delicious lunch here at the Sanctuary Belmond Machu Picchu. The Pisco sour to start was exceptional and totally delicious. Would highly recommend the green mango and shrimp salad which was superb. The service was excellent, warm , friendly and attentive . I would highly recommend this wonderful hotel .

2026-04-19 via Tripadvisor
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V8418KAseanb Family
10
Incredible dining experience
Pros:

The food was amazing and thr service from our waiter John Joseph was top notch. He was extremely courteous and professional.

2026-04-18 via Tripadvisor
2
20jakea Family
10
Amazing!
Pros:

Russell created a lovely experience for us and we only stopped by for about an hour! Served us ice cream, taught us about the different fruits from the region and allowed us to sample cocoa from his family farm. Incredible!

2026-04-15 via Tripadvisor
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M1210WFbelindaw Friends getaway Sydney, New South Wales
10
Unforgettable Cacao & Coffee Experience at Sanctuary Lodge
Pros:

Exceptional service at Sanctuary Lodge! Russel’s passion for cacao was inspiring, and Joshimar’s mocha—the best I’ve had in Peru—was unforgettable. Thank you ❤️❤️

2026-04-12 via Tripadvisor
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F4512VJlizb NONE
10
Machu Magic
Pros:

We would highly recommend staying at the Sanctuary Lodge. It was very beautiful and the team was very welcoming. We especially enjoyed our Belmond provided tour guide, Hugo, he was very passionate and knowledgable. In the end, we felt like a group of old friends.

2026-03-23 via Tripadvisor