Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Tour desk
Soundproof rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Spacious apartments
Attentive staff
Great location
Clean and well-maintained
Cons:
Sewage smell in the bathroom
Dust and cleanliness issues
Limited breakfast options
Some amenities not functioning

Categories

Cleanliness
7.73
Several cleanliness issues noted, including dust in the bed and poor bathroom sanitation.
Service
9.7
Staff was described as friendly and helpful, though some issues with responsiveness were noted.
Location
10
Location praised as amazing with easy access to main plaza and market.
Room Quality
8.24
Room spacious and clean, but issues with the bathroom and shower design were reported.
Amenities
8.69
Basic amenities available, but some non-functioning items noted such as hair dryer.
Value for Money
9.72
Overall positive sentiment, though some specific issues impacted perceived value.
Food and Beverage
8.68
Limited breakfast options mentioned as a negative aspect.
Overall Experience
9.23
Overall stay was enjoyable but marred by specific grievances.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 02:09

Property Description

Refurbished Colonial House from 1702

Experience a blend of history and luxury at Casona Solar, a beautifully refurbished colonial house dating back to 1702. The chic décor of the rooms offers a comfortable stay, while the picturesque Spanish courtyard adds a touch of tranquility to your experience.

Unique Features and Amenities

Immerse yourself in the heart of Arequipa with the hotel's prime location just steps away from the main square and museum district. Enjoy free WiFi throughout the property and indulge in special trekking and Colca tours offered exclusively to guests.

Comfortable Accommodation Options

Relax in rooms equipped with modern amenities such as flat-screen cable TV and private bathrooms. Some rooms boast stunning city or patio views, along with unique features like fireplaces and exposed antique bricks. Upgrade to studio apartments or suites with kitchen facilities for added convenience.

Book your stay at Casona Solar now to explore Arequipa in style and comfort.

Important information:

Please note shuttle services are available for an extra fee.


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.

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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for US$40 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 574 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.73
Service: 9.7
Location: 10
Room Quality: 8.24
Amenities: 8.69
Value for Money: 9.72
Food and Beverage: 8.68
Overall Experience: 9.23
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Hartmut • solo_traveller • de
10
Pros:

Beautiful Hotel, even better than on the pictures

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Stefan • couple • de
10
Great oasis of peace and comfort!
Pros:

Most comfortable, clean and beautiful hotel. The bed is amazing and the garden an oasis of peace in the exciting, but hectic city of Arequipa. Breakfast ist excellent and the staff very friendly. Especially the Dutch owner had many stories to tell about the history of the building and the country of Peru. Not to forget the valuable inside travel advice for our next days towards colca and Pino.

Cons:

Slightly pricy for my standards, but the hotel backs it up!

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Marco • extended_group • it
10
Casona storica con ambienti accoglienti e curati
Pros:

Struttura storica, molto accogliente e ben curata. Il giardino e gli spazi comuni sono una piacevolissima isola felice in cui rilassarsi. La camera è stata davvero molto apprezzata, con i suoi interni in pietra sillar, il materiale tipico della zona. La signora che gestisce la struttura è stata sempre cortese e disponibile nella soddisfare le nostre richieste.

Cons:

Nulla.

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Dennis • solo_traveller • nl
7
2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Francisca • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

El personal muy bueno y atento, la habitación estaba muy limpia y comoda

2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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VICTORIA • couple • gb
8
2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Sam • extended_group • us
10
Stay in a stunning historic mansion just a few minutes from the center of Arequipa.
Pros:

Hotel Casona Solar is a beautifully preserved historic property, with ashlar‑stone walls, vaulted ceilings, and impressive doors leading to two stunning courtyards. It was once a house owned by a notable Peruvian president, and it still exudes old‑world grandeur. The hotel is perfectly located, just a few minutes' walk from the center of Arequipa. We booked the mini apartment that had a small kitchenette, a large king size bed and a double. This is a gem of a hotel and we loved staying here. All of the staff were friendly and helpful. There was Wi-Fi and breakfast included. The entrance is a street‑front doorway with camera monitoring, so staff can see who’s at the door. It felt very secure. Highly recommend a stay at this hotel if you are in Arequipa. We enjoyed every moment here and would absolutely stay again.

2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
J
Jasmin • solo_traveller • ch
9
2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Cecilia • solo_traveller • it
10
Pros:

La struttura tipica in sillar, la colazione soprattutto dal secondo giorno perché rinnovata.

Cons:

Sicuramente il bagno potrebbe essere rinnovato, ma ottimo comunque

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
L
Luz Milagros • couple • pe
10
2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
V
VICTORIA • couple • gb
10
2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Anja • couple • ch
10
The perfect stay in Arequipa
Pros:

Location is perfect. The room was very spacious and beautifully decorated, we felt comfortable from the second we stepped in. The staff is very welcoming and gave us many recommendations for Arequipa. We highly enjoyed our stay at Casona Solar!

2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
S
Serge • solo_traveller • re
10
2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Diana • couple • us
10
Wonderful
Pros:

The staff was excellent, breakfast was great, beds were really comfortable, the facilities are an oasis of peace!

2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
J
Jonathan • couple • fr
10
Super
Pros:

Le personnel adorable, le petit déjeuné, le cadre et la chambre magnifique

2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Jaime • extended_group • pe
10
Fueron muy amables, viaje con mis padres y de inmediato nos facilitaron instalaciones para descansa, el desayuno variado
Pros:

Muy clásico arequipeño

Cons:

Su estilo colonial, muy hermoso

2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
D
Daniel • extended_group • fr
8
2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Helmut • couple • at
10
Besser geht’s nicht
Pros:

Lage - sehr sehr Personal - aussergewöhnliches sehr gutes Frühstück

2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Christopher • family_with_children • us
10
A truly exceptional stay in a beautiful historic, family-run hotel.
Pros:

A historic place to stay, but what made it even better was the exceptional service provided by the owner and staff of the hotel.

2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Bethany • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Beautiful building. Great location.

2026-04-25 • via Nuitee