What is the cost of a hostel in Cusco?

The average price for a hostel in Cusco is £18/night. A good hostel deal in Cusco would be for £11/night or less. The lowest hostel price found recently on HotelsCombined was £5/night. If your travel schedule is flexible, then try not to book in May, because it is the most expensive month of the year. Booking in July is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Cusco.

What’s the best hostel in Cusco?

While there may be other highly-rated hostels in Cusco, Pariwana Hostel Cusco is currently the best, based on 2,289 HotelsCombined reviews and an average rating of 8.8/10.

What hostel is closest to Cusco Velazco Astete Airport?

Milhouse Hostel Cusco is 2.7 mi away from Cusco Velazco Astete Airport, making it the closest Cusco hostel to the city’s most popular airport.

What area of Cusco is most popular to stay in?

While there are other neighbourhoods throughout Cusco, 6% of HotelsCombined users searched for hostels in Centro Historico in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice. Pirwa Backpackers Colonial is our most popular hostel in this area.

What is the most popular hostel in Cusco closest to Cusco City Centre?

The most popular hostel in Cusco that’s close to Cusco City Centre is Milhouse Hostel Cusco. Just 0.1 mi separate Milhouse Hostel Cusco from Cusco City Centre, the city’s most popular attraction. 815 HotelsCombined reviewers gave the Milhouse Hostel Cusco a score of 8.4/10.

Should I stay in a Cusco hostel?

Staying at a hostel is beneficial if you’re looking to travel to Cusco on a budget. Spending less on accommodations means you can spend more on activities, food, and souvenirs. You may find that some hostels in Cusco offer amenities similar to those that hotels provide, such as continental breakfasts, 24/7 check-in, an on-site bar, and free Wi-Fi - so there’s often no need to forego any travel comforts.

Does Cusco have hostels with “Wi-Fi” listed as an amenity?

3 hostels in Cusco currently have “Wi-Fi” as a listed amenity. We recommend booking Nao Victoria Hostel, which is the most popular hostel in Cusco with this amenity.

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What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Cusco?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Cusco is October (£6). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Cusco is January (£29).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Cusco?

The cheapest day to stay in Cusco is Wednesday (£4). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Thursday, when the average nightly price is £24.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Cusco?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 3 days before your trip to Cusco. The lowest price found when booking 3 days ahead was £7 per night.

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Cheapest hostels in Cusco, Peru

These Cusco properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. If you have flexibility with arrival and departure, use the search form to compare prices for other dates.

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La Rinconada Pisac, Pisac, Peru

0.7 mi from city centre

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Discover well-known properties in Cusco, Peru that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 3,222 hotels in Cusco, Peru and price data was last updated on 24 April 2025. The average price for a hotel in Cusco, Peru is £17/night.

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Travel insights for hostels in Cusco

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What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Cusco?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Cusco is October (£6). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Cusco is January (£29).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Cusco?

The cheapest day to stay in Cusco is Wednesday (£4). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Thursday, when the average nightly price is £24.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Cusco?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 3 days before your trip to Cusco. The lowest price found when booking 3 days ahead was £7 per night.

Cheapest hostels in Cusco, Peru

These Cusco properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. If you have flexibility with arrival and departure, use the search form to compare prices for other dates.

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