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The Embassy - Backpackers

2.0 star property
Adults-only hostel with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Free WiFi, bed sheets
Shower, towels
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

2.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
The current price is ₩23,609
₩23,609 total
Aug 13 - Aug 14

Room options

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Showing 3 of 3 rooms

Family Triple Room

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Cusco Historic Center, a neighborhood in Cusco, is home to The Embassy - Backpackers. Bird Watching in peru and Orellana Pumaqchupan Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Museo de Historia Natural and Planetarium Cusco. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Garcilaso de la Vega Stadium or Action Valley.
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Map
Calle San Miguel 260, Cusco, 8002

What's nearby

  • Coricancha - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • San Pedro Market - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Plaza de Armas - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Cusco Cathedral - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Sacsayhuaman - 5 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Cusco Wanchaq Station - 7 min walk
  • Alejandro Velasco Astete Intl. Airport (CUZ) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Centro Qosqo de Arte Nativo - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Emiliana Traditional Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪La Valeriana - Bake shop - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪La Quinta Cocina Peruana - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Yola Restaurante - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Embassy - Backpackers

Hostel near Plaza de Armas
Close to San Pedro Market, The Embassy - Backpackers provides amenities like free continental breakfast and dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk
  • A TV in the lobby, a front-desk safe, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms at The Embassy - Backpackers include amenities such as free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Communal kitchens and housekeeping

Languages

Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 11:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • You may be asked to pay the following charges at the property: Peru value-added tax (18%). Nonresident travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa/immigration card may be exempt from value-added tax (18%).

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 5 per vehicle (one-way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children under 18 are generally not allowed to stay at properties in Peru without a parent, legal guardian or duly authorized responsible person. Accompanying adults may be asked for both their and the child's ID as well as any duly notarized supporting documentation. Visitors who plan to travel with children should consult with a Peruvian consulate office prior to travel for further guidance.
According to Peruvian law, cash is not accepted for payments over PEN 2,000 or USD 500. Payments greater than these amounts must be settled by credit card or other methods approved by the property and local law; payments cannot be split between currencies
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Embassy - Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Embassy - Backpackers?

As of Aug 12, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Embassy - Backpackers on Aug 13, 2025 start from ₩23,609, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Embassy - Backpackers?

The Embassy - Backpackers doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Embassy - Backpackers?

Check-in begins at 11:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Embassy - Backpackers?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Does The Embassy - Backpackers provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 5 per vehicle applies.

Where is The Embassy - Backpackers located?

Located in Cusco Historic Center, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Centro Qosqo de Arte Nativo, Plaza de Armas, and San Pedro Market. Centro de Textiles and Orellana Pumaqchupan Park are also within 5 minutes. Cusco Wanchaq Station is 7 minutes by foot and San Pedro Station is 12 minutes.

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The Embassy - Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

2.0
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 1 reviews

2.0/10

Cleanliness

2.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

2.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

JOSE MIGUEL ANGEL

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023