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Popular places to visit

Huascaran National Park

Explore the great outdoors at Huascaran National Park, a lovely green space in Independencia. Discover the area's glaciers and countryside.

Huascaran National Park

Baños Termales Monterrey

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Baños Termales Monterrey during your travels in Independencia.

Baños Termales Monterrey

San Pablo Clinic - Huaraz

If San Pablo Clinic - Huaraz is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Independencia.

San Pablo Clinic - Huaraz

Wilcahuaín

Learn about the local history of Independencia when you spend time at Wilcahuaín. Discover the area's mountain views and countryside.

Wilcahuaín

Tullpacocha Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Tullpacocha Lake during your travels in Independencia.

Tullpacocha Lake

Baños Turcos Sauna

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Baños Turcos Sauna during your travels in Independencia.

Baños Turcos Sauna

Activities

From Huaraz: Hike to the Lagoon 69

From Huaraz: Hike to the Lagoon 69

AU$49
per adult
From Huaraz: Hike to the Lagoon 69
Huaraz: Ascent to Nevado Mateo | Full Day

Huaraz: Ascent to Nevado Mateo | Full Day

AU$176
per adult
Huaraz: Ascent to Nevado Mateo | Full Day
From Huaraz: Tour to Llanganuco Lakes

From Huaraz: Tour to Llanganuco Lakes (Chinancocha Lake)

AU$51
per adult
From Huaraz: Tour to Llanganuco Lakes (Chinancocha Lake)
Lake Churup Huascaran National Park Tour

Lake Churup Huascaran National Park Tour

AU$68
per traveller
Lake Churup Huascaran National Park Tour
From Huaraz ||Chavin de huantar/museum/ lagoon of querococha

From Huaraz ||Chavin de huantar/museum/ lagoon of querococha

AU$54
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Huaraz ||Chavin de huantar/museum/ lagoon of querococha
Huaraz-Excursion to the Pastoruri Snows and Puyas Raymondi

Huaraz-Excursion to the Pastoruri Snows and Puyas Raymondi

AU$55
per adult
Huaraz-Excursion to the Pastoruri Snows and Puyas Raymondi
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Our pick of the best Vichay Hotel Deals

Hotel La Joya

Hotel La Joya

3 out of 5
Jr. San Martin 1187, Huaraz, Ancash
The price is AU$61 per night from 19 July to 20 July
AU$61
19 July - 20 July
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Huaraz. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Huaraz Plaza de Armas and ...
8/10 Very Good! (34 reviews)
"Repulsive. I heard a lot of noise yesterday from 11PM to around 4AM, loud music, banging on the walls, and people yelling. The manager proceeded to explain that those are their “hotel parties” and that they “only” throw them every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday - this HOTEL THROWS PARTIES UNTIL 4AM. ..."

Reviewed on 29 Dec. 2024

Hotel La Joya
San Sebastian Hotel Boutique

San Sebastian Hotel Boutique

2.5 out of 5
138 Jirón Italia, Huaraz, Áncash
The price is AU$135 per night from 25 July to 26 July
AU$135
25 July - 26 July
Stay at this hotel in Huaraz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Huaraz Plaza de Armas and Jirón José Olaya are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Great deal. Would come back.
"Props to the staff. From the reception to the kitchen, all of them were absolutely amazing. Kind and friendly. I won't give the details to avoid people asking for it. But there was a miscommunication issue between myself and the hotel. And they handled it perfectly, making sure that my staying and ..."

Reviewed on 1 Jun. 2025

San Sebastian Hotel Boutique
CORDILLERA HOTEL

CORDILLERA HOTEL

3 out of 5
1205 Jose Mercedes Villanueva, Huaraz, Áncash
The price is AU$138 per night from 18 July to 19 July
AU$138
18 July - 19 July
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Huaraz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Huaraz Plaza de Armas and Jirón José Olaya ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (16 reviews)
"The property was very clean and well-maintained. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. The area where the hotel is located is not in the center of town, but is a short walk to many shops and restaurants. The staff to fulfill our requests. They helped us find a tour operator, which was fabulous! ..."

Reviewed on 20 May 2025

CORDILLERA HOTEL
Hotel Santa Cruz

Hotel Santa Cruz

3 out of 5
Jr. Gabino Uribe 255, Huaraz, Ancash
The price is AU$93 per night from 19 July to 20 July
AU$93
19 July - 20 July
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Huaraz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Huaraz Plaza de Armas and Jirón José Olaya are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (81 reviews)
"Needs improvement with their breakfast buffet almost none existing, specifically if it's included on reservations."

Reviewed on 21 Jun. 2025

Hotel Santa Cruz
Real Hotel Huascaran

Real Hotel Huascaran

2.5 out of 5
Av. centenario cuadra 10 s/n, Independencia, Ancash
The price is AU$48 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
AU$48
31 July - 1 Aug
Stay at this hotel in Independencia. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Huaraz Plaza de Armas and Huaraz Cathedral ...
7.4/10 Good! (3 reviews)
"lack of maintenance and property was very dusty"

Reviewed on 7 Feb. 2025

Real Hotel Huascaran
Tupac Hostel Huaraz

Tupac Hostel Huaraz

1 out of 5
155 Jiron Ladislao Meza Landaveri, Huaraz, Áncash
Stay at this hostel in Huaraz. Enjoy a 24-hour front desk, a garden, and a fireplace in the lobby. Popular attractions Huaraz Plaza de Armas and Jirón José Olaya ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (8 reviews)
"I would stay here again. Had hot showers, near shopping center and local restaurants. The rooms were equipped with the essential things we would need for our stay."

Reviewed on 9 Oct. 2024

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Other neighbourhoods around Vichay

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Palmira

While Palmira isn't home to many top sights, Huaraz Plaza de Armas and Huaraz Cathedral are some notable places to visit nearby.

Palmira
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Shancayan

Though Shancayan may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Huaraz Cathedral and Huaraz Plaza de Armas.

Shancayan
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Paria

Though Paria may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Baños Termales Monterrey and Huaraz Cathedral.

Paria

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