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Posada El Castillo

3.0 star property
Travelers find a perfect balance of relaxation and recreation at this historic center retreat, where pool lounging and arcade gaming create a memorable stay.

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Posada El Castillo, in the Historical Center, offers a peaceful garden with breakfast included. Guests enjoy the outdoor pool, sunny terrace, and arcade/game room. The multilingual staff consistently earns praise for their helpful service.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services

Room options

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

Single Room

Highlights

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

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Double or Twin Room

Double or Twin Room

Highlights

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

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Triple Room

Triple Room

Highlights

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

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Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed, City View

Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed, City View

Highlights

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

Historical Center, a neighbourhood in Arequipa, is home to Posada El Castillo. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mario Vargas Llosa Palace and Yanahuara Plaza, while Mario Vargas Llosa House Museum and Museo de la Universidad Nacional de San Agustín (UNAS) are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Melgar Stadium or Umacollo Stadium. Visit our Arequipa travel guide
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Pasaje Campos 105, Arequipa, Arequipa, 4001

What's nearby

  • Traditional Arequipenan hats for sale at a stall in the San Camileo central market in Arequipa, Peru. South America.
    San Camilo Market
    5 min drive - 1.5 km
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    Arequipa Plaza de Armas
    7 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Pretty Cathedral in Arequipa at night
    Arequipa Cathedral
    7 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Mario Vargas Llosa Palace
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Catholic University of Santa Maria
    13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Arequipa Station
    10 min walk
  • Arequipa (AQP-Rodriguez Ballon Intl.)
    22 min drive

Restaurants

  • Del Jere
    9 min walk
  • La Cuca
    18 min walk
  • Tipika Restaurant
    7 min walk
  • Peruvian Cooking Experience
    13 min walk
  • Palacios Coffee
    13 min walk

About this property

Posada El Castillo

Hotel near Arequipa Plaza de Armas
You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a terrace and a garden at Posada El Castillo. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with an arcade/games room and a library.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Multilingual staff, a front desk safe and a 24-hour front desk
  • 1 meeting room, concierge services and laundry services
Room features
All guest rooms at Posada El Castillo include amenities, such as free WiFi, safes and free bottled water.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Daily housekeeping, desks and phones

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

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

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 2 AM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

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 required to pay the following charge at the property: Peru value-added tax (VAT) at 18%. A VAT exemption is available to travellers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing that they are not a resident of Peru. The exemption only applies to stays in Peru not exceeding 60 days.

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

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 20498626875

We should mention

Children under 18 are generally not allowed to stay at properties in Peru without a parent, legal guardian or duly authorised responsible person. Accompanying adults may be asked for both their and the child's ID as well as any duly notarised 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

Property is 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 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Posada El Castillo pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Posada El Castillo?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Posada El Castillo?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 2 AM.

What time is check-out at Posada El Castillo?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Posada El Castillo located?

Located in Historical Center, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Mario Vargas Llosa Palace and Arequipa Plaza de Armas. Mario Vargas Llosa House Museum and Catholic University of Santa Maria are also within 15 minutes. Arequipa Station is 10 minutes by foot and Tres Cruces Station is 23 minutes.

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Reviews

Posada El Castillo Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 38 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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!

8/10 Good

whitlocm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.

2/10 Terrible

Jose Abelardo

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

RESERVA CONFIRMADA PERO HOTEL CERRADO

Definitivamente deberian sacar de la pagina los hoteles que no estan en funcionamiento. Llegue el dia de mi reserva despues de un viaje de 18 horas para que me atiendan diciendome que no sabian nada y que estaba cerrado. La dueña no estaba pero me habian confirmado la reserva. PESIMA COMUNICACION
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Baños nuevos, personal amable, cerca de buenos restaurantes, buen desayuno
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

CARLOS FERNANDO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

No cumple con los precios de reserva

Todo bien salvo que el precio final no fue el indicado al momento de realizar la reserva.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Theresia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Theresia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Stephen, Rhode island, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Juan carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

precioso sitio Encantador

Atendido con amor por dueños

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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!

8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.

10/10 Excellent

Anthony, italia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bell'hotel e simpatico il proprietario

il nostro soggiorno è andato molto bene, disponibile il proprietario e la moglie, gustosa la colazione, stupendo l'hotel e la camera con uno stile molto elegante. Consigliamo!!!

10/10 Excellent

Doug, Wellington, NZ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.

8/10 Good

Marcel, Mirabel,Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Chauffage dans la chambre aurait été apprécié, de même que vrai café Site tranquille avec vue sur volcan.

10/10 Excellent

Johannes, Stockholm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Feels like home

The hotel owners and staff took every chance to impress us and to make us feel welcomed. The hotel is Great, familiar and in a great safe neighbourhood with healthy walk from The centrum of arequipa.

10/10 Excellent

Olivia, New York

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.

10/10 Excellent

Patricia, Córdoba

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Realmente parece un castillo!!

Hermoso hotel y excelente atención!!

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Jose Marin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Muy buen hotel, sencillo pero muy cómodo y agradable

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.

10/10 Excellent

Jen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.

6/10 Okay

Oscar Sosa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Octubre en Posada El Castillo

Las instalaciones del hotel son muy confortables y limpias. La atencion muy esmerada. El barrio en donde queda es tranquilo (de noche algo solitario). En general es una buena opcion para alojarse.

10/10 Excellent

Bev

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.

10/10 Excellent

natalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Muy buena estancia

Una posada de lujo, con habitaciones completas y tranquilas. Muy bien atendidos.