What is the cost of a hostel in Cusco?

On average, it’s $38/night for a hostel in Cusco, though $25/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $8/night in Cusco. Try to avoid booking your hostel in August (the most expensive month). Booking in September (the cheapest month) could save you money.

What’s the best hostel in Cusco?

With an average review score of 8.8 (out of 10) from 2,363 HotelsCombined users, Pariwana Hostel Cusco is considered the best Cusco hostel.

What hostel is closest to Cusco Velazco Astete Airport?

Welcome Cusco Hostel is 4.3 km away from Cusco Velazco Astete Airport, making it the closest Cusco hostel to the city’s most popular airport.

What area of Cusco is most popular to stay in?

Centro Historico is the most popular area of Cusco to stay in. In the past year, 6% of HotelsCombined users looking for Cusco hostels searched within Centro Historico. Eco Home View - Guest House is a popular hostel in Centro Historico if you choose to stay in the area.

Should I stay in a Cusco hostel?

Hostels in Cusco tend to have a more active social scene than hotels, so they’re perfect for outgoing travellers looking to meet other people. Cusco hostels are, on average, cheaper than other stays in the city due to their dorm-style sleeping quarters. However, this means you can spend your money elsewhere such as on local tours and events.

Does Cusco have hostels with “Internet” listed as an amenity?

Yes, 4 Cusco hostels list “Internet” as an amenity. If you’re looking for a particular hostel in Cusco with this feature, then consider staying at the popular Pariwana Hostel Cusco.

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Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hostel in Cusco including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Cusco?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Cusco is April ($14). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Cusco is October ($177).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Cusco?

The cheapest day to stay in Cusco is Thursday ($18). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Friday, when the average nightly price is $143.

How much is a hostel in Cusco tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Cusco tonight starting as low as $8, rising to an average cost of $47, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $44 for a 4-star hostel in Cusco for tonight.

How much is a Cusco hostel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hostels in Cusco this weekend for as little as $9/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $9/night. For a 4-star hostel in Cusco, the cheapest rate recently found was $51/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Cusco?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 3 days before your trip to Cusco. The lowest price found when booking 3 days ahead was $14 per night.

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Chelitos Backpacker

Calle Queshua 263, Cusco, Peru

2.4 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

$11

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Travel insights for hostels in Cusco

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hostel in Cusco including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Cusco?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Cusco is April ($14). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Cusco is October ($177).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Cusco?

The cheapest day to stay in Cusco is Thursday ($18). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Friday, when the average nightly price is $143.

How much is a hostel in Cusco tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Cusco tonight starting as low as $8, rising to an average cost of $47, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $44 for a 4-star hostel in Cusco for tonight.

How much is a Cusco hostel room this weekend?

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Cusco?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 3 days before your trip to Cusco. The lowest price found when booking 3 days ahead was $14 per night.

Cheapest hostels in Cusco, Peru

These are the lowest prices we've found on hostels in Cusco at the moment. If you have the flexibility, change the dates selected to compare prices.

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Where to stay in Cusco

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Facts about staying in Cusco, Peru

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What is the cost of a hostel in Cusco?

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What area of Cusco is most popular to stay in?

Should I stay in a Cusco hostel?

Does Cusco have hostels with “Internet” listed as an amenity?

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