About this property
This colonial-style mansion is situated at the edge of Arequipa’s centre, 7 blocks from Plaza de Armas. It provides accommodation with private balcony, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor swimming pool. Rooms at Posada El Castillo are designed with a mix of wood. Large doors open onto the balcony providing city views. Rooms are equipped with cable TV and the private bathrooms have hot water 24/7. A buffet breakfast is served in the on-site restaurant. For dinner, guests can easily walk into the centre of the city or use the shared barbecue facility which is set in the garden. Facilities at El Castillo include a tour desk which organises tours to the Colca Canyon. There is a library and book exchange is available. The Posada functions as a museum where 800 year old ceramics from the pre-Inka culture are displayed. El Castillo Posada is situated 8 km from Rodríguez Ballón International Airport and an airport shuttle is available upon request.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Breakfast
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Ken
Peru“The hotel itself was a lovely colonial style building with tasteful furnishing and lovely gardens. The restaurant was lovely and had an Incan burial site in an alcove to the restaurant which was interesting. The room was large with a lovely small...” - Walter
France“L'accueil et la disponibilité du personnel. La chambre avec terrasse et le calme” - Patricia
Canada“L’accès à la cour intérieure est exceptionnel. Notre logement était confortable et spacieux.” - Felicia
Netherlands“Super warme en aardige host! We waren te vroeg voor de check-in maar dat was geen enkel probleem. Geen verzoek was te gek en we voelden ons erg thuis! Het ontbijt was ook heerlijk.” - Omaldona
Chile“excelente desayuno buffet. Café de grano, fruta, huevos, etc. El lugar es hermoso. Casa patrimonial, lindos jardines, ambiente con estilo antiguo Ambiente familiar y excelente atención personalizada!” - Guillermo
United States“This place is just unique, invaluable history among their walls. Staff very friendly and helpful. 15 min walk from Close the City Center in very quiet residential neighborhood far from the crowds. I will definetly stay here again.” 
Daniel
Spain“El lugar es idílico, un jardín muy bonito, habitaciones amplias y muy limpias. Se puede llegar caminando al centro 15 min o en taxi por entre 8-10 soles. El servicio espectacular y muy cercano.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurante #1
- CuisineInternational
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
Based on local tax laws, Peruvian citizens (and foreigners staying more than 59 days in Peru) must pay an additional fee of 18%. To be exempt from this 18% additional fee (IVA), a copy of the immigration card and passport must be presented.
Please note both documents are required for fee exemption. Guests who are not able to present both documents will be required to pay the fee.
Foreign business travellers who require a printed invoice, will also be charged the additional 18% regardless of the length of their stay in Peru. This fee is not automatically calculated in the total costs for the reservation.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.
