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Posada El Castillo

3.0 star property
Hotel with outdoor pool, near Arequipa Plaza de Armas

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Triple Room | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi
Reception
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Free parking
    Free parking
  • Free breakfast
    Free breakfast
  • Laundry facilities
    Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • 24-hour business center
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
Feel at home
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Cable TV service
The price is $71
$79 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24

Room options

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Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Single Room

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Cable channels
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Triple Room | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Triple Room

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Cable channels
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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Double or Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Free bottled water
Cable channels
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed, City View | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed, City View

Highlights

Balcony
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Cable channels
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Pasaje Campos 105, Arequipa, Arequipa, 4001

What's nearby

  • Catholic University of Santa Maria - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • San Camilo Market - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Arequipa Cathedral - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Arequipa Plaza de Armas - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Santa Catalina Monastery - 4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Arequipa (AQP-Rodriguez Ballon Intl.) - 26 min drive
  • Arequipa Station - 12 min walk
  • Tres Cruces Station - 25 min walk
  • Uchumayo Station - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurant Turistico Tipika - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Arrayanes - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪La Cuca - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Mares - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cafetería ISUR - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Posada El Castillo

Posada El Castillo puts you just a 5-minute drive from Arequipa Plaza de Armas. You can splash around at the outdoor pool, grab a bite to eat at the restaurant, or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other features include a snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden.

Languages

Dutch, English, German, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 20 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
  • Check-out time is 11 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting room
  • Conference space

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • An outdoor pool
  • Arcade/game room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. 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%).

Children & extra beds

  • 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.

Policies

This property accepts credit cards.
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.
Property Registration Number 20498626875

Also known as

Posada El Castillo
Posada El Castillo Arequipa
Posada El Castillo Pousada
Posada El Castillo Pousada Arequipa
Posada El Castillo Hotel Arequipa
Posada El Castillo Hotel
Posada El Castillo Hotel
Posada El Castillo Arequipa
Posada El Castillo Hotel Arequipa

Frequently asked questions

Does Posada El Castillo offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Posada El Castillo does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Posada El Castillo?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Posada El Castillo?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Posada El Castillo?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Posada El Castillo?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at Posada El Castillo and nearby?
Posada El Castillo has an outdoor pool and an arcade, as well as a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Posada El Castillo?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Posada El Castillo like?
Posada El Castillo is a short 17-minute walk from Catholic University of Santa Maria and 6 minutes' walk from Mario Vargas Llosa Palace.

Posada El Castillo Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

2.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel, amazing breakfast and excellent service. Was a surprise as the area near the hotel is not particularly great but the stay proved to deliver on promises.
Theresia, 2-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Super clean, comfortable and unique hotel.
Beautiful, unique, extremely clean hotel with very comfortable rooms and the best breakfast we've had in Peru. Little heaven of peace and tranquility and can highly recommend. We were a family of 5, stayed 2 nights and had the two rooms downstairs next to the terrace and pool.
Theresia, 2-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Best hotel in Arequipa.
We stayed 2 nights in this grand, boutique hotel, a 15 minute walk to the main square in a nice and quiet area. Great restaurant,Tipika, right down the street. Highly recommend it, one of the nicest places we stayed at a reasonable price. Very clean, nice garden, impressive architecture in main building. Great value. Hans, a Dutchman, and his lovely wife were fun to talk to and very helpful about the basics of Arequipa and the restaurants.
Stephen, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel and friendly service
This is a very nice hotel situated in an old mansion. My wife and I have spent 2 nights there and we were very happy of our stay. It is a family run hotel just a 15 minutes walk for the Plazza de Armas. The room was spacious and very clean. We liked very much our balcony overlooking the garden and having a view of el Misti from the room. The garden was so lovely and well tended. Nice breakfast with fresh fruit juices. The owner was very very friendly and allowed us to check out late for our evening bus ride to Cusco. We would stay here again and highly recommend it!
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Lovely hidden gem
Posada el Castillo is hidden behind a plain wall and gate. Once in, you have a lovely landscaped lawn and gorgeous colonial Spanish residence. We stayed in the main building, and our room was very spacious with windows and a balcony. The bathroom was very modern and had loads of hot water (very unusual in Peru). The mattress was a bit firm, but that seemed to be the norm at all of our hotels in Peru. The hotel was fairly quiet and the thick walls blocked the majority of the traffic sounds.
Verified Travelocity guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel close to the centre of arequipa
Only the owner speaks english and is only available at 2pm for check in. We arrived early so left our bags and walked into town. We returned after 2pm and had a smooth check in.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Charming place to stay in Arequipa
It is a little out of the way, but a lovely place and the owners were super nice and helpful.
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Hidden Gem
This is a beautiful property in a very old building, hidden away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Very clean, very friendly, beautiful garden, good breakfast in Ma beautiful room decorated with artifacts found from excavations on site. My only complaint is the bed was very hard -- I've encountered this same bed elsewhere in Peru so I think they all get their mattrresses from the same place! Would definately recommend.
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Away from main plaza ,20 mts. walk. Breakfast could have been better. Amt. of food varied depending on how many guests present in the hotel. Only one person working. Does not speak English
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Clean & quiet oasis in busy Arequipa.
Very pleasant stay. 15 minute walk from main square. Beautiful architecture: clean and comfortable. Great breakfast & friendly & helpful staff.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Beautiful Hotel
My wife and I stayed at the hotel for two nights and it was great. The woman at the front desk was very helpful! The breakfast in the morning was nice including fresh juice. The hotel is about a 15-20 minute walk to the Plaza de Armas or a short taxi ride for 5 soles. The only draw back was there was no heating or air conditioning in the room. The only ventilation we had was if we openned our doors to the balcony. The balcony was shared with 2 other rooms. While we were there no one else stayed in the other rooms but it was the low season for tourism (January). If I were in Arequipa again I would stay here again!
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great place
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A beautiful oasis in the city.
Beautiful hotel and grounds. Close to the centre, but far enough to be peaceful and quiet. Exceptional service. Room was large, very clean, and the bed comfortable. We always had hot water and good wifi. Breakfast was delicious. We had a wonderful stay.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A European-style Haven
If you are tiring of less than clean rooms, poor plumbing and eclectic styles, this guesthouse is the perfect antidote. The rooms have an understated elegance and the bathrooms are beautifully-appointed with reliable hot water - some have bath tubs. Breakfast consists of fresh fruit juices, fruit, cereal, yoghurt, cheese, ham, avocado, scrambled eggs and bread. Great value for money.
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Generally Very Good
Even though the hotel was virtually empty (maybe total 4 people/groups), I was pretty disappointed with the first room offered. There is a separate section to the hotel (newer. not shown in the photos). The room was ground floor (though in the garden) and was not very impressive (unless you are purely looking for a bed to sleep in) and slightly musty (I have asthma). After asking for another room because of my asthma I was taken into the main building (in the photos) and given a much bigger room with fantastic views over half of Arequipa with the mountain in the distance. A wonderful breeze flowing through the room. My estimate went from about 5/10 to 9/10. Breakfast buffet was fine/great. Simple but fresh (only a small people staying so reduced catering for us (eggs cooked to order also)). Staff great. Location is OK, but if you don't get the views I would be disappointed with the location/price combination. Highly recommend, but be demanding about what building/room you get (room 18 is brilliant). Pool etc. etc. nice, but just find out about the room you will get first.
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

fantastic hotel
Very nice hotel, well located, clean. Breakfast was very nice.
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A Hidden Gem
I was a little nervous booking this hotel because I've never been to Arequipa before and didn't know what to expect. When we got there I was pleasantly surprised. The hotel looks like a big yellow home and felt like a bed and breakfast. The couple helping us was so friendly and attentive. She made us a complimentary breakfast each morning with fresh squeezed pineapple juice. This place was also in a good location, just a 15 min walk into town. I would definitely stay here again
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Arequipa Hideaway
This place is wonderful. It is halfway between the bus station and the square. It has beautiful rooms, Historic and charming common areas, A nice pool, a good breakfast. Admittedly it is a bit away from the center but the luxury for the price will allow you to take cabs if you don't like to walk. The host is so helpful and delightful. I am not sure if she speaks English because we never tried. But she was always willing to help. I might return to Arequipa just for the pleasure of staying here.
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A Tranquil Oasis, New and Nice
My son and I stayed here for 2 nights and found it to be just what we needed after travel in some dusty, dirty areas. Posada el Castillo was an unexpected surprise...very new, nice facility yet with an old world feel...nice courtyard setting with gardens, ample comfortable seating areas, a pool, nice breakfast room, good wi-fi, but above all quiet. Set a half block off a main avenue, it was very quiet and secure. If you want to be in the middle of the Plaza de Armas, this place is not for you...but I did not mind the 15-20 minute walk (or 5 minute cab) to the central square. There are two main buildings...the castillo, an older style building with rich wood accents and the new courtyard building where we stayed. Rooms are fairly basic but with new furnishings, new carpet, new linens, and very nice new bathrooms with shower and tub.
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A great place to stay!
This hotel really looks like a small castle with a nice garden. Very quiet at night. The rooms are comfortable and the service is excellent, including breakfast at 5 pm. Staff is very friendly and accommodating. Distance to city center is a 10-15 minute walk (reasonably safe). Suggestion for small improvement: add hair dryer in rooms. Rating could be 3-4 stars.
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

an excellent hotel in Arequipa
An excellent hotel in immaculate condition,a liitle difficult to find unless you have the actual street address, some taxi drivers do not know where the hotel is. Staff are very helpfull and friendly. I would definately recommend this hotel and would stay there again.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Cozy and Quiet
Good location, Comfortable, Good hotel views. We stayed 3 nights around some Colca Canyon trekking and really enjoyed the stay (especially the jaccuzzi bath after trekking, though don't thik this was available in every room?). Breakfast is okay, but no restaurant - but reception can dial take away easy enough - we had Domino's Pizza by the swiming pool.....
Verified Expedia guest review