Sol y Luna
Andean-rustic luxury with serious social purpose. Family-run, personal, and deeply rooted in the Sacred Valley landscape and community. Casitas feel like private cottages in a botanical garden, not hotel rooms. The vibe is quiet and restorative — gardens, hummingbirds, Paso horse shows over lunch — while staff keep service impeccable and low-key.
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Why It Matters
One of the first luxury hotels ever built in the Sacred Valley and still one of the best. Relais & Châteaux member. The entire property functions as a social enterprise: 100% of profits support the Sol y Luna Foundation's school and community programs. Guests can visit the school next door. The 25-acre gardens attract 35 bird species including the Patagona gigas — the world's largest hummingbird. Federico Bauer's original artwork adorns every casita.
Sol y Luna is 43 stand-alone casitas spread across 25 acres of walled gardens just outside Urubamba, at 8,850 feet in the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Built from local stone, adobe brick, and clay with architecture that pays homage to Inca construction, the interiors are properly luxurious — marble bathrooms, Peruvian pima cotton sheets, original murals by artist Federico Bauer in every room. Here is the thing that makes this place genuinely different: the hotel was founded not as a hotel, but as a way to fund a school. 100% of profits flow directly to the Sol y Luna Foundation, which today runs a full school serving 200+ children from extreme poverty, a center for disabled children, and an orphanage. You're not just staying somewhere beautiful — you're funding something meaningful.
Where You'll Stay
3 room types available
Deluxe Casita
Noticeably bigger than the Superior at 109 sqm, with a wood-burning colonial-style fireplace, heated floors, walk-in closet, and a private porch that opens to garden views of the Sacred Valley panorama. Some are duplex-layout with a king bed on the ground floor and twin beds above — good for families or groups. Marble bathroom with twin sinks, freestanding soaking tub, and walk-in shower. Bose sound system and minibar included. 10 casitas in this category.
King (some duplex: king + twin) · 109 sqmPremium Casita
The top of the house: 120 sqm divided into three distinct areas — entry hall, living room, and bedroom. Only five exist on the property. The headline feature is a private outdoor jacuzzi on the terrace overlooking the gardens and mountains. Heated floors, fireplace, large walk-in closet, and a marble bathroom with shower and bathtub. Two flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, Bose sound system, L'Occitane products. The artwork here is equally individual — every casita across all categories gets its own original Bauer mural.
King · 120 sqmSuperior Casita
The entry-level casita — and still genuinely spacious by any reasonable standard. Stone-and-adobe exterior, terracotta tile roof, original Federico Bauer wall mural inside. Private terrace with garden views toward the Andean foothills. Marble bathroom with a bathtub (note: shower is over the bathtub, accessed via large steps — worth knowing if mobility is a concern). Comes with heated floors, cozy Peruvian textiles, and pima cotton sheets. 28 casitas in this category.
King or Twin · 55 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
4 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
The Sacred Valley's Cusi Wasi theater company performs on the Wayra terrace, bringing to life the myths, rituals, and legends of Andean civilization.
Daily horse show at the Wayra Ranch featuring the hotel's 25 Peruvian Paso horses. Runs noon–3pm at the Wayra outdoor terrace. Complimentary for guests who purchase lunch at Wayra. A genuine highlight — Paso horses have a distinctive lateral gait unlike any other breed.
Interactive session with the hotel's in-house artisans covering all stages of pottery-making. Guests keep the piece they make.
Guests are genuinely welcomed to visit the Sol y Luna Intercultural School, which sits adjacent to the property. It currently educates 200+ children, over 90% from extreme poverty. One of the more meaningful hours you can spend during a Peru trip.
Hands-on kitchen session working side by side with the Sol y Luna chefs. Sessions can also include a morning farm and market visit to source ingredients.
Rides through the Sacred Valley on the hotel's own Peruvian Paso horses, accompanied by a private guide and a second rider. Half-day excursions include snacks. Routes pass Andean terraces and remote villages.
Cycling along Andean terraces, with routes that pass traditional communities and spectacular scenery. Onsite bike rental available.
Quad bike excursions through the valley — a faster way to cover more ground if two wheels don't appeal.
Tandem paraglide over the Sacred Valley landscape — the Incas believed this valley mirrored the Milky Way, and from the air you can start to understand why. One of the more dramatic activities the hotel can arrange.
Guided treks along ancient Inca mountain pathways, including the KM 104 trail from the Sacred Valley to Machu Picchu, arriving at the Inti Punku Sun Gate.
Kayak along the Urubamba River beneath snowcapped peaks. Arranged through the hotel's activity desk.
Rafting on the Urubamba River, organized by the hotel's activity team.
Private full-day guided tour to Machu Picchu. Includes private transfer to/from Ollantaytambo train station, train tickets, bus to/from site entrance, archaeological site tickets, lunch, and private guide. About 2 hours by train from the Sacred Valley.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Daily breakfast buffet included with all stays. Served at Killa Wasi with indoor and outdoor poolside seating.
Cardio and free weights gym adjacent to the swimming pool. Complimentary for all guests. Modern and well-maintained per guest reviews.
4,000 trees, indigenous flowers, stone pathways, and resident wildlife including 35 bird species and the Patagona gigas — the world's largest hummingbird.
Wood-burning colonial-style fireplace in Deluxe and Premium casitas. Fires are lit each evening by staff.
Heated outdoor pool with mountain views. Added in 2016 along with a new jacuzzi, sauna, and gym. The pool overlooks borders planted with trees, shrubs, and fragrant flowers. Complimentary for all guests.
Outdoor hot tub adjacent to the main pool.
Arranges all external excursions and in-house activities. Activities require 24-hour advance notice.
On-site folk art gallery and boutique showcasing Sacred Valley's finest artisan work. Original pieces by contemporary Peruvian artists including Federico Bauer, Jaime Liebana, and ceramicist Marilyn Denemostier. Also stocks local crafts inspired by Andean culture.
Located within the Yacu Wasi spa building. Infused with local Andean herbs. Complimentary for all guests.
Some casitas are equipped with supplemental oxygen for altitude acclimatization.
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