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El Tuco Hostel

Av Grau 835, Cusco, Peru
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9 reviews 9 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013 NEW

It was a nice hostel where we stayed for 6 days around our trip to the Machu Pichu. We arrived at 6am, but could use the room when we arrived. The rooms were clean with comfy beds and the showers were hot. They cleaned everything during the day. The service was good and Coco and his staff helped us with... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2013 via mobile

This was by far my favourite place to stay while in Peru. It was quiet and clean and the staff was helpful in every way. Coco has created a home away from home for travelers. It was worth the extra five minute walk from the plaza for some peice and quiet. It was also extremely safe. I would recommend this... More

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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013 via mobile

Stayed here for three nights and couldn't recommend highly enough. The rooms are large and spacious and most with private bathroom. We have been travelling for 6 months and can easily say these are the best and hottest showers we have come across. Breakfast is bread rolls, jam, butter, coffee and various tea choices but extremely plentiful and never a... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 3, 2013

This was our first trip to Cusco and we could NOT have been happier with our hostel choice. This place is located about 10 minutes from the Plaza de Armas which is the focal point for all things touristy in Cusco. The location is excellent because the Plaza is accessible via walking or a 5 soles taxi ride. Three minutes... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 25, 2013

I can't say enough nice things about our experience at this hostel. Coco and his wife Anna Maria, are such wonderful people. They made us feel so welcome. The hostel is in a great location, about a 10 minute walk from the main square. It was quiet, very safe and also very clean. I would highly recommend this hostel for... More

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Vancouver, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 25, 2013

The owner of this hostel Coco and his wife Anna Maria made our stay in Cusco wonderful. We arrived to El Tuco and they were so welcoming and told us to relax and that we were in our home now. We stayed two nights, and returned for a third night after our trip to Machu Pichu. The hostel was quiet,... More

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Los Angeles, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 26, 2013

Coco the owner operator was very courteous and accommodating. He makes Pisco Sours for the customers once in a while, but unfortunately we weren't around when he did. My girlfriend and I had one of the private room with a shower. It usually had hot water. You have to pay a few extra dollars for towels. Free wifi throughout the... More

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Caen, France
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 20, 2013

Our stay at Tuco Hostel was really good! First the hospedaje is well-situaded, not far from the centre of Cusco but not in a touristic area, which is nice. Then the hostel is great, with nice rooms (our room was big and its price was cheap!), common areas, kitchen etc... Finally, the staff is nice and Coco, the owner, is... More

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Minneapolis, Minnesota
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 5, 2013

We recently stayed at El Tuco Hostel in Cusco Peru. The following are the reasons we loved it: 1. Friendly staff. The owner speaks Spanish and English. He could suggest places to go, where to catch a bus,etc. He also could inform us of Peruvian customs. Very interesting. 2. Convenient: An easy 10-15 minute walk to Plaza de Armas. Taxis... More

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Lima, Lima, Peru
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 2, 2013

Really close to the main square, you have everything you need to relax and chill after a lond day of walking around the place you visit during the tours. The staff is great, also; Coco, the owner, is really cool and will make feel at home

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Address: Av Grau 835, Cusco, Peru
Region: Peru > Cusco Region > Cusco
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Free High-Speed Internet
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Ranked #8 of 169 Specialty lodging in Cusco
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