Katari Hotel at Plaza de Armas

Hotels
9.2 (1153 reviews)
Portal de La Municipalidad, 126 -128 Cercado , Arequipa , pe

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Garden
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Beautiful views
Friendly staff
Comfortable rooms
Cons:
Noise in rooms
Breakfast quality
Service inconsistencies

Categories

Cleanliness
9.19
General sentiment indicates good cleanliness, with some comment about the room quality.
Service
9.46
Staff is friendly, but some inconsistencies in service quality noted.
Location
10
The location is repeatedly praised as ideal and perfectly situated.
Room Quality
8.9
Rooms are well-decorated but some report noise issues.
Amenities
8.65
Amenities were noted as standard, with suggestions for improvement in breakfast offerings.
Value for Money
9.08
Value perceived as good overall, but reported issues with cash change practices.
Food and Beverage
8.64
Breakfast and food options received mixed reviews, indicating room for improvement.
Overall Experience
9.69
Overall guest satisfaction is high, with a few highlighted areas of improvement.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-11 07:39

Property Description

Historical Charm and Modern Comforts
Katari Hotel at Plaza de Armas seamlessly blends historical charm with modern comforts. Each room features colonial-style décor, brick floors, and alpaca textiles, offering a unique and cozy atmosphere.

Breathtaking Views and Relaxing Spaces
Enjoy stunning panoramic views of the city and volcanoes from the hotel's terrace, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring. The terrace provides a tranquil setting to soak in the beauty of Arequipa.

Convenient Location and Excellent Service
Situated across from the city's historical Cathedral, the hotel is centrally located near tourist information centers, travel agencies, and restaurants. With a 24-hour front desk, tour desk, and a bar, guests can expect excellent service throughout their stay.

Experience the perfect blend of history and comfort at Katari Hotel at Plaza de Armas. Book now for an unforgettable stay in Arequipa!

Important information:

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.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 1153 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.19
Service: 9.46
Location: 10
Room Quality: 8.9
Amenities: 8.65
Value for Money: 9.08
Food and Beverage: 8.64
Overall Experience: 9.69
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Gerhard solo_traveller at
9
2026-08-26 via Nuitee
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Laura couple es
8
En el corazón de Arequipa
Pros:

La ubicación

2026-08-26 via Nuitee
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Georgios Trivyzakis couple gr
10
An outstanding stay with excellent service, comfort, and an unbeatable location.
Pros:

I had an outstanding two-night stay at Katari Hotel in Arequipa. The location overlooking Plaza de Armas was absolutely exceptional. The room was elegant, comfortable, and beautifully maintained. The staff were professional, friendly, and attentive to every detail. The service throughout the hotel was impeccable. I was especially impressed by the atmosphere and beautiful colonial character of the property. The breakfast was excellent, with a great selection and high-quality food. The views of the Plaza de Armas and surrounding city were unforgettable. Everything was perfectly organized and exceeded my expectations. I would highly recommend Katari Hotel and would gladly return on my next visit to Arequipa.

Cons:

I had absolutely nothing negative to say about my stay. Everything was comfortable, clean, and perfectly organized. The service and facilities fully met my expectations. Overall, it was an excellent and memorable experience.

2026-08-25 via Nuitee
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Fidel Markus couple ch
9
Pros:

Ubicacion, atencion al cliente, terraza con las vistas

2026-08-24 via Nuitee
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Cecilia couple it
10
Pros:

Posizione perfetta nella piazza centrale, la nostra camera non aveva una vista vera e propria ma la camera, il bagno e la pulizia ottimo tutto

Cons:

Nulla da segnalare

2026-08-23 via Nuitee
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Josef couple at
9
Schönes Hotel im Zentrum mit traumhaftem Blick von der Dachterrasse
Pros:

Sensationelle Lage direkt am Hauptplatz, mit Blick auf Kathedrale und Vulkane von der Dachterrasse. Das Personal ist sehr hilfsbereit und freundlich. Das Frühstück war sehr gut; Abendessen auf der Terrasse ist ebenso zu empfehlen.

Cons:

Unser Zimmer war einfach, aber recht ordentlich.

2026-08-22 via Nuitee
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Bettiol solo_traveller br
9
Pros:

Quarto e local do café.

Cons:

Tipo de café. Preferia que fosse buffet e não escolher opções e ter que repeti-las todos os dias.

2026-08-22 via Nuitee
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Subhashini couple gb
9
Pleasant stay
Pros:

Location! Extremely convenient and superb staff

Cons:

Nothing!

2026-08-21 via Nuitee
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Stefania solo_traveller it
10
Pros:

Posizione sulla piazza e terrazza spettacolare dove fare colazione

Cons:

Nulla

2026-08-16 via Nuitee
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margaux solo_traveller fr
10
Pros:

Amazing stay from start to end ! We arrived super early in the morning with a bus and they managed to do our room fast, we also had breakfast.
Accomodations were super comfy with drinkable water in the bathroom and rooftop is so nice. Food is also perfect.

2026-08-15 via Nuitee
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Gaetano extended_group it
10
Terrazza sulle ande 🤩
Pros:

Tutto perfetto 🤩🤩, camere ampie ben arredate ed eleganti, staff puntuale e disponibilissimo. Albergo di nuova realizzazione quindi tutto funzionante e ben ristrutturato, posizione unica ad arequipa. Terrazza con ristorante e bar con vista ande (e vulcano misti) e cattedrale in piazza delle migliori della citta. Colazione buona seppur nn abbondantissimo servita in terrazza.

Cons:

Nulla

2026-08-13 via Nuitee
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Freddy couple pe
10
Pros:

La comodidad y la ubicación

2026-08-09 via Nuitee
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Jeanne family_with_children fr
10
Il n'y a pas mieux pour Arequipa
Pros:

Nous avons choisi ce logement pour son emplacement sur la place principale. De ce fait nous avons pu visiter Arequipa à pieds. Nous l'avons également choisi pour la vue dégagée sur la place, la ville et le volcan. Le rooftop est accessible tout le temps. Le petit déjeuner est délicieux et si vous devez partir tôt ils vous en fournissent un à emporter.
L'agence de location de voiture pour visiter le parc national est à 20 mètres à pieds ce qui est vraiment top.
Le matin de notre départ ils nous avaient prévu un taxi pour l'aéroport.
Le personnel est adorable et serviable, un vrai plus ! Notre meilleur hôtel au Pérou.

Cons:

Nous étions deux et avons du espacer nos douches car l'eau chaude manquait un peu.

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Olatz couple es
10
Estancia de 10!!
Pros:

El hotel está en la misma Plaza de Armas, se desayuna en la terraza y la vista es espectacular.
La habitación muy confortable y la cama también.
Estuvimos de lujo!

Cons:

Hay habitaciones con vistas a la plaza o a un patio interior que no tiene vistas pero es muy tranquilo.

2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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María solo_traveller pe
9
Pros:

La ubicacion y la amabilidad del personal

Cons:

Que dejamos un pedido para el desayuno del dia siguiente,teniamos un tour y nadie habia echo nada

2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Nancy solo_traveller us
10
Pros:

Friendly, kind people. 😊

2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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Veronica family_with_children us
8
Loved the location!!!
Pros:

Location

Cons:

The room was hot
No air conditioning

2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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Helena Maria solo_traveller pt
10
2026-08-02 via Nuitee
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Christina solo_traveller se
9
The perfect stay with a view!
Pros:

The view from the terrace is AMAZING.
To sit and have a drink and watch the sunset was everything!
Helpful and really nice staff.

Cons:

There are some room for improvement when it comes to the restaurant.
That was maybe a little mediocre.

2026-08-02 via Nuitee
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Maryse solo_traveller ca
9
2026-07-24 via Nuitee