Peru
Travel to Peru for a holiday or city break
Stepping off the plane in Peru, you might find your watch confused – time here seems to wobble, especially when you smell the first whiff of roasted corn in the air. Some travelers rush straight to Machu Picchu, but I once met a Belgian couple who spent three days in Lima just looking for the best ceviche. You could try sandboarding in Huacachina, or simply lose your socks hiking the Rainbow Mountain – I did, and still blame the llamas. The best hotel in Peru might have hot water, or might just have a hot dog stand outside; sometimes a good bed is less important than a strong coffee and a view that makes your camera battery squeal for mercy.
Local weather in Peru
Spring
mild & temperate
Summer
mild & temperate
Autumn
mild & temperate
Winter
mild & temperate
Best places to visit in Peru
These popular destinations have a lot to offer for you next holiday or city break.
Long-term travel destination: Popular things to do or visit and the best hotel in Peru
Peru throws a smorgasbord of things to do at you, from the obvious Inca Trail trek to the less-obvious pastime of watching pelicans fight over fish in Paracas. If you ever meet a fisherman in Puno, ask him about his favorite floating island—he might send you to one that doesn't exist, but that's half the fun. The best hotel in Peru is a moving target; sometimes it's a shack with a hammock, other times it's a place with a pisco sour so strong it could melt your suitcase.
Visiting Peru is not just ticking boxes on a list. You zigzag from jungle humidity to mountain chill in a single bus ride, and your stomach might protest at the altitude change, just as the local guide starts telling you about guinea pig feasts. Last trip, I tried to count how many stairs lead up to Cusco's cathedral, but lost track after someone offered me a mysterious purple drink. The best hotel in Peru, according to a taxi driver I met, is whichever one lets you check out late after dancing all night with strangers who soon become friends or at least co-conspirators in the great quest for morning coffee.
Accommodations in Peru
Discover the best accommodations for Peru and start planning your holiday.
