Posada El Castillo, Arequipa

Museum & Cultural Heritage

Posada El Castillo is a colonial-style mansion located 7 blocks from Plaza de Armas, functioning as a museum with 800-year-old pre-Inka ceramics. The hotel displays a collection of pre-Inka artifacts in its restaurant alcove, including an Incan burial site. Guests have access to a library with book exchange for leisure reading.

Rooms & Balconies

Each of the 20 rooms offers a private balcony with city views and a mix of wood furnishings. Rooms include cable TV and private bathrooms with 24-hour hot water. Large doors open onto balconies providing views of the city and distant Chachani volcano.

Dining & On-site Facilities

A buffet breakfast is served daily in the on-site restaurant, with fresh juices and granola noted by guests. The hotel also offers a shared barbecue facility in the garden and a snack bar. Guests can request special diet menus, wine or champagne, and breakfast in the room.

Location & Nearby Attractions

The hotel sits in a quiet residential neighborhood 7 blocks from Arequipa's Plaza de Armas and the Mario Vargas Llosa Museum. The tour desk organizes guided trips to the Colca Canyon, a popular nearby destination. An airport shuttle is available to Rodríguez Ballón International Airport, 8 km away.

Family-Friendly Amenities

Families have access to baby safety gates, an indoor play area, and board games. The hotel also has an outdoor swimming pool, games room, and a picnic area in the garden. The host-managed property offers personalized attention, with a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange.

Highlights

Museum: Houses 800-year-old pre-Inka ceramics on-site

Rooms: 20 rooms with private balconies and city views

Dining: Buffet breakfast with fresh juices and granola

Location: 7 blocks from Plaza de Armas, quiet residential area

Activities: Tour desk for Colca Canyon excursions

Family: Baby safety gates, indoor play area, games room