Chelitos Backpacker
Calle Queshua 263
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20 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
20 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
Why people book this hotel
“Great room, comfortable bed and warm bedding”
“Especially in top room with views of street”
“The hosts are amazing, even though they only speak Spanish, they are warm and av…”
“The host is really nice and friendly”
“The staff were lovely, perfect location”
“Easy location to Cusco historic center”
“Nice people, clean, chill”
“Clean bathroom and hot shower in the evening Clean and comfortable room Small k…”
“Very cheap and was good for the price, I'd say you get what you pay for”
“It’s super affordable, and the owners are so lovely that walking in kind of felt…”
Overview
Conveniently set in the centre of Cusco, Chelitos Backpacker provides free WiFi throughout the property, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive. The property is around 2.6 km from Wanchaq Train station, 1.3 km from Santa Catalina Convent and 1.5 km from Santo Domingo Church. The accommodation features a shared kitchen, a shared lounge and organising tours for guests. All units include bed linen. Speaking English, Spanish, French and Portuguese at the 24-hour front desk, staff are always at hand to help. Popular points of interest near the hostel include San Pedro Train Station, Cathedral of Cusco and Cusco Main Square. The nearest airport is Alejandro Velasco Astete International, 4 km from Chelitos Backpacker, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Traveller reviews
Holly
solo_traveller
May 1, 2026
“Lovely place to keep coming back to”
I had multiple great stays at Chelitos during my time in Cusco, the owners are so lovely and accommodating and it was great being able to leave some stuff with them while I went and did the Salkantay and Ausangate trek.
Joh
solo_traveller
April 13, 2026
Nice people, clean, chill
Emma
extended_group
February 1, 2026
Good kitchen, cute dog
Sunny
solo_traveller
January 26, 2026
“Worth it”
The hosts are amazing, even though they only speak Spanish, they are warm and available when needed. Great room, comfortable bed and warm bedding. HOT WATER!!! Highly recommend this place.
Li
solo_traveller
November 22, 2025
The staff were lovely, perfect location
Jade
extended_group
October 18, 2025
“Friends trip to Cusco”
Easy location to Cusco historic center. Clean bathroom and hot shower in the evening Clean and comfortable room Small kitchen
Austin
solo_traveller
October 11, 2025
The host is really nice and friendly. They allowed you to check-in and rest in the early morning. Besides, You can get all necessary information from the host with any questions.
Gilad
couple
September 13, 2025
Nice stuff
Tara
solo_traveller
September 1, 2025
“Great location. Lovely owners.”
Had the greatest stay at Chelito’s backpackers. Beautiful husband and wife running, super sweet Downton location near the San Pedro station and market/ in the not so touristy part of town. Loved it and would stay again. Especially in top room with views of street. Helpful kind couple. Cute courtyard to sit in.
Yun
solo_traveller
August 25, 2025
People who work there were really kind Location close to the center
damian
solo_traveller
August 23, 2025
“A little pricey for a private room.”
The hot shower when there was hot water. The bed was comfortable.
Agata
solo_traveller
August 20, 2025
So quiet, but so close to the center & San Pedro market. Cute kitty to play with included!!
Svetlana
solo_traveller
July 25, 2025
One of the best hostel in the world. A role model
Alex
solo_traveller
June 25, 2025
“Bad first impressions but passable in the end”
Comfortable dorm. Friendly woman at the hostel.
Zoltan
solo_traveller
June 4, 2025
Cozy place 10 minutes walk from the main square. Helpful manager, clean facilities.
Jay
couple
May 26, 2025
“Cute hostel/homestay in a quiet area and lovely hosts!”
Quiet location, the owners are so so lovely!! Even though we don’t speak Spanish we still found a way to communicate and laugh with each other. Facilities are clean with hot showers. We left our stuff here for 1 week while we were hiking, they keep it safe and locked away. They have the cutest dog and a kitten, I loved playing with them.
-nicole-
solo_traveller
May 25, 2025
Very cheap and was good for the price, I'd say you get what you pay for. The owner was nice and helpful, although did not speak English. I could buy cheap water at the reception. Shower was OK. A bit chilly in the room, but the provided blankets did the job.
William
couple
May 6, 2025
“Peaceful little hostal in Cusco”
The hostal is in a lovely quiet area still close to the city centre. It is clean and well equipped with everything you need. The owners Ita and her husband are lovely and accomodating, they helped us with recommendations of things to do in Cusco and even let us store our luggage and also check in late when we got back to Cusco very late after doing the Salkantay trek.
Elissa
couple
May 5, 2025
“A Home in Cusco (with Bonus Cat Therapy)”
This place is the perfect stay in Cusco if you’re looking for comfort, character, and a cat with zero boundaries. It’s super affordable, and the owners are so lovely that walking in kind of felt like returning to your parents’ house, if your parents lived in the middle of Cusco’s old town and didn’t judge your travel laundry situation. The location is unbeatable, right in the historical centre, close to all the touristy things you think you’ll do, and safe enough that your only real concern is how many alpaca sweaters you’re going to end up with. The highlight? A chonky little cat that will 100% steal your heart (and maybe your food). It sat on my lap like we’d known each other for years, and honestly, I haven’t felt that emotionally supported since leaving home.
Brett
solo_traveller
April 22, 2025
“Nice quiet place to stay in Cuzco”
Hot shower lots bathrooms,quieter street but only 10 mins to market/ main plaza abit further
Facilities
Activities
Games room, Open-air bath, Temporary art galleries, Cooking class, Live sport events (broadcast), Foot bath
Cleaning services
Laundry room
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles, Indoor play area
Food & Drink
Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Physical distancing in dining areas, Delivered food is securely covered
General
Bicycle parking, WiFi available in all areas, Family rooms, Non-smoking rooms, Designated smoking area
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Outdoors
Garden
Parking
Free parking, Parking, Parking on site, Private parking, Parking garage
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Safety & security
24-hour security, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property
Self check-in
Lockbox key collection near the property
Services
Shuttle service, Lockers, Shared lounge/TV area, 24-hour front desk, Airport shuttle, Laundry, Tour desk, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage, Shuttle service (additional charge), Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Transport
Airport pick up, Airport drop off
Family Room
This family room has a private bathroom, parquet floors and garden views. The unit has 1 bed.
Family Room with Private Bathroom
The family room offers parquet floors, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The family room has an outdoor dining area. The unit has 2 beds.
Family Room with Private Bathroom
The family room offers parquet floors, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 4 beds.
Family Room with Private Bathroom
This family room includes a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a patio. The unit offers 3 beds.
Family Room with Shared Bathroom
This family room features a shared bathroom, a wardrobe, parquet floors as well as a patio. The unit offers 3 beds.
Double Room
This double room features a shared bathroom, parquet floors, a tiled floor as well as an outdoor dining area. The unit offers 1 bed.
Double Room
The double room offers parquet floors, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The double room has an outdoor dining area. The unit has 1 bed.
Double Room
The double room provides parquet floors, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. Guests can benefit from a patio and an outdoor dining area. The unit offers 1 bed.
Double Room with Shared Bathroom
This double room has a shared bathroom, a wardrobe, a tiled floor as well as a patio. The unit has 1 bed.
Mixed Dormitory Room
This dormitory room has a shared bathroom, a wardrobe, a tiled floor as well as a patio. The unit has 3 beds.
Single Room with Bathroom
This single room has a private bathroom, a wardrobe, parquet floors as well as a patio. The unit has 1 bed.
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