“Highly recommended”

Great location, small, but very clean, value for money, very friendly stuff.

Kind and helpful staff. Was able to leave my luggage with them at no cost to go to Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley. The room was in a quiet alley with views to the cathedral. Breakfast was plenty and with lots of fruit!

“Extended a night!”

I already submitted one before. Homer and Juvenal provided service with smiles, breakfast was comprehensive, strong and hot water, quiet location with no sounds of traffic or dogs barking.

Unbeatable price/quality ratio.

“Service with a smile, comfort with quiet”

Great staff (Homer and Juvenal are brothers and very helpful), comfortable beds, hot water, quiet location, hearty breakfast, good wifi

Great central location. Juvenal was friendly and helpful at front desk. My alley facing room had a window with partial city views. Proper hot shower and sink. Room was made daily. Free mint and coco tea at front desk in the evenings.

“All good, love it”

Good location, super nice staff, good breakfast and clean room. Had a good time there and totally recommend it!

“Perfect”

-great location; -superb staff - kind, attentive, respectful, helpful; -nice breakfast; -excellent customer service.

“Professional staff, perfect location and great breakfast.”

I stayed at Picol Hostal for six nights and thoroughly enjoyed my time there. One of the standout features was the space heater in my room—a real bonus, as Cusco can get quite cold in June during the Southern Hemisphere’s winter. The room warmed up quickly and felt wonderfully cosy. The shower provided reliable hot water at all hours, and my room was cleaned daily with fresh towels provided—always appreciated. Breakfast was also excellent. Rather than a communal buffet, each breakfast was individually prepared and labelled by room number, then covered with cling film. I much preferred this to the usual buffet-style service, which can often feel chaotic. I always found myself arriving early at other places to avoid the crowds, so this approach was a welcome change. The spread included fresh bread, cheese, cold meats, boiled eggs, fresh fruit, cereal, and hot coffee—something to suit every taste. The hostal is centrally located, just a short walk from the Plaza de Armas, with plenty of restaurants nearby. The staff were highly professional, and I especially appreciated the complimentary taxi to Cusco airport at the end of my stay. All in all, a fantastic experience—I would happily stay again

“Perfect little Gem”

What a gem, nice and quiet amongst the hustle and bustle of Cusco. Comfortable beds, two pillows, rooms cleaned daily, towels super soft and clean. Nice hot shower. TV in the rooms. Use of fridge and Microwave. Breakfast included fruit, cereal, bread, Jam, ham + cheese, plus hard boiled egg. Tea + Coffee + Juice. Staff are very polite and accommodating. Plus a free taxi to or from the hostel!! Denise the owner admits “we focus of service rather than making money” I believe this is true. Huvenal helped speak to a tour operator after the tour company had a computer glitch and missed us off, he managed to speak to them and arrange a quick private collection to carry on the tour. He went above and beyond for us. Laundry is two door away at s/ 6.00 per kg. 24 hour reception. Fantastic hostel that should be called Hotel! Thank you for looking after us.

“Great stay in Cusco”

Enjoyed my stay. Very friendly staff. Everything worked. Thanks

“If I’m Cusco, stay here”

The hostal was in a great central location although most nights were quiet at a reasonable time so could get a good nights sleep. The room was cleaned and bed made each day, good breakfast, even providing a breakfast box if you’re off early, will store your luggage if off on tours and even provided a free taxi to the bus station. It’s more of a small hotel than your typical hostal. I loved my stay here, even adding an extra day.

“great location. amazing value. lovely staff”

exceptional location. friendly helpful staff. good hot water pressure. breakfast each day and box breakfast if you are going out. free airport transfer.

“Good for a 1-2 days stay!”

The location was really good!

“Best place in Cusco”

Stayed in Cusco for 2 weeks bouncing around diff hotels and hostels and this is by far the best I stayed in. Consistently hot water with great water pressure, hard to find in Cusco. Beds comfy. Breakfast great. And staff going over and above at every step. Special thank you to Juvenil (probably spelt wrong) who went over and above to help me.

“At home feeling & central location”

This is a very comfortable place to stay not just because of the comfy beds and quietness despite being in a very central location but because of the amazing staff. They were amazing and always willing to help with very good tips and accommodate extra requests. I went back to Cusco several times during my trip and always went back to this place.

We were allowed to store our bags for free after checking out, until late night till we take our bus. Delicious breakfast. Excellent location inside the city centre. Helpful staff.

“Great value hostel”

Well located Great price Photos accurate Simple breakfast but very filling - also gave take away breakfasts for early starts Helpful staff - particularly when I was suffering from altitude sickness on our first night Front door is locked which is very secure - staff available 24/7 to open it Very good water pressure - hot water just takes a couple mins to come in

“A great stay!”

The staff was extremely kind, welcoming and helpful, and the location was simply great, literally 5 min walk from the main square etc. The room had everything I needed and was spacious. Breakfast was plain but good!

“Great. Would stay again”

Breakfast box on the days we left early for tours. Hairdryer. Confy bed. Staff really friendly and helpfully. Complimentary tea on the entrance everyday. Hot water. Location.