Within the Machu Picchu sanctuary – a World Heritage Site
About the place:
The Belmond Sanctuary Lodge Hotel is situated at the top of a mountain, the only hotel directly opposite the gates of the fabled Lost City of the Incas – Machu Picchu. The views here are jaw-dropping. Lunch can be taken while watching hummingbirds on the feeders in the gardens. When Bird and Dine visited, we arrived early at the Citadel, had a long, leisurely lunch in the Hotel, then revisited the Citadel in mid-afternoon, when many tourists had departed.
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Local Wildlife:
- White-winged Black Tyrant, Streak-throated Bush Tyrant, Inca Wren, Cusco Brush Finch, Tri-coloured Brush Finch
- Chestnut-breasted Coronet, Green and White Hummingbird, Highland Motmot
Views:
- Mountain and cloud forest
- Excellent views from the terrace and restricted views from the restaurant
Details:
- Traditional Andean and International cuisine
- Lomo Saltado and local trout
- Peruvian speciality Pisco Sour
- Open: All year round
- Accommodation: yes, call to confirm
Contact:
- eMail: perures.fits@belmond.com
- Phone: + 51 984 816 956
- Website: http://www.belmond.com/sanctuary-lodge-machu-picchu/
- Facebook: Belmond Sanctuary Lodge
Useful Reads:
- The best book is “Where to Watch Birds in Peru” by Thomas Valqui but this is out of print. A new edition is expected in 2017
What Customers say:
- News: A selection of good guided tours and best for birding between 3pm and sunset and before 9am
- Reviews: Fantastic place to spend a night and hike and good reviews
Location: Cusco, Peru
- Carretera Hiram Bingham km 7.5, Machu Picchu, Cusco, Peru