MICHELIN Key Hotels in Peru

What is a MICHELIN Key?

A MICHELIN Key is a distinction awarded by the MICHELIN Guide to hotels that offer outstanding services. It was first introduced in 2024, and it is the counterpart to the MICHELIN Stars by which restaurants are recognized. However, they are both evaluated separately.

MICHELIN Guide inspectors assess hotels in an anonymous and independent way. They utilize a five-star criteria:

• Architecture and interior design
• Quality and consistency of service
• Comfort and maintenance
• The Hotel’s individual character and personality: value in relation to the experienced offered
• How meaningful the property contributes to its destination or setting

Not every hotel featured in the MICHELIN Guide receives a MICHELIN Key. The Guide includes a broader selection of recommended hotels, and only some of them receive One, Two, or Three Keys based on the quality of the overall stay. The distinction is not limited to a particular hotel style or price range.

What do One, Two and Three MICHELIN Keys Mean?

MICHELIN Keys have different levels of distinction based on the overall quality of the hotel:

• One MICHELIN KEY (A very special stay): A hotel that stands out within its category through its individual character, personality, and service. It offers a noticeably stronger experience than other properties within a similar price range.
• Two MICHELIN Keys (An exceptional stay): A hotel that is exceptional in its own right, with a particularly memorable experience. It should have a strong character, thoughtful hospitality, a distinctive design or architecture, and a clear sense of place that becomes more prominent at this level.
• Three MICHELIN Keys (An extraordinary stay): This is MICHELIN’s highest hotel distinction. These properties represent the highest levels of comfort, service, style, and hospitality and are considered remarkable destinations in themselves, capable of becoming a defining part of a trip.

How Many MICHELIN Key Hotels Are There in Peru?

Peru has 15 MICHELIN Key hotels in the 2026 MICHELIN Guide selection, up by one from 14 in 2025. The recognized properties are located across several main travel destinations in the country, including Lima, Cusco, the Sacred Valley, Lake Titicaca, and the Arequipa region, including the Colca Valley.

The 2026 selection includes hotels with One, Two, and Three MICHELIN Keys, as shown below.

MICHELIN Key Hotels in Peru to Know

These are some establishments that have stories that are worth exploring in more detail. They range from the country’s only Three MICHELIN Key hotel to small properties receiving the distinction for the first time.

Las Casitas, A Belmond Hotel

Las Casitas is the only property in Peru that has Three MICHELIN Keys in the 2026 selection. They have managed to retain the MICHELIN Guide’s highest hotel distinction for a second consecutive year.

This hotel is located in Yanque, specifically in the Colca Valley, Arequipa. Las Casitas is a 20-room property set across approximately 20 acres (8 hectares). Their individual casitas have views of steep Andean slopes, pre-Inca agricultural terraces that extend into the hillsides, and cultivated fields around the village of Yanque. Travelers can also enjoy the private terraces, plunge pools, and spacious interiors that contribute to a great experience inside the property.

The setting also enhances the experiences available at Las Casitas. Guests can explore the Colca Valley on foot or horseback, including walks to the Uyo Uyo archaeological site and horseback rides to Uyo Uyo or Achomani. They can also enjoy scenic bike rides and visit Cruz del Condor to watch Andean condors fly above the canyon.

</>

Titilaka by Andean

This 18-room lodge is located on a private peninsula of Lake Titicaca. They have characteristic large windows that allow guests to feel accompanied by the water that surrounds them. Its secluded location places travelers away from the busier areas around Puno, assuring privacy and calm. However, it is connected to the natural environment and the communities that are settled around the lake. The altitude is approximately 3,800 meters above sea level (12,500 feet).

Many of Titilaka’s experiences take place outside the property. Guests can visit the floating islands and communities of Lake Titicaca, explore the pre-Hispanic chullpas at Sillustani, or travel to archaeological and cultural sites such as Molloco and Aramu Muru. They can also enjoy activities that are closer to the lodge, such as kayaking and other boathouse activities. Birdwatching is also available for those who want the chance to see species found in Titicaca’s protected wetlands, including the Titicaca grebe, Andean flamingo, and Puna ibis.

</>

Inkaterra La Casona

Walking through Plaza de las Nazarenas in Cusco’s historic center, travelers will encounter a restored 16th-century building that carries history. According to Inkaterra, the land where La Casona stands was once part of the Warakos Academy, a training ground for an elite Inca army. The property later became associated with historical figures including Spanish conquistador Diego de Almagro, who lived there in 1534, and Simón Bolívar, who stayed there in 1825 after the Battle of Ayacucho.

Inkaterra later restored the property while preserving its original architecture and historic features. Today, its 11 suites are arranged around a central courtyard and include fireplaces, heated floors, and large bathtubs. When exploring the property, guests will see colonial furniture, pre-Columbian textiles, original murals, carved wood, and historic stonework.

</>

Antigua Casona San Blas

As the name suggests, in the neighborhood of San Blas, on Carmen Bajo Street, you’ll encounter the Antigua Casona San Blas with 48 rooms. Although this building was built between 1750 and 1800, it still conserves elements of its original architecture, like adobe walls, hand-carved wooden balconies, and red-tiled roofs. In 2016, it was restored, preserving these historic features.

The property’s main highlight is the central courtyard, in which everything takes place. There are fire pits and a bar, and the hotel has a restaurant, a spa, a sauna, a jacuzzi, a library, and a garden.

Antigua Casona San Blas has earned this achievement just a decade after opening its doors. In a statement, the owner, Shawn Wroughton, explained that the hotel has continued to invest in its spaces, infrastructure, decor, and a growing art collection. He also described the team’s simple principle when asked about the service approach: every guest must be treated like a VIP.

</>

Fausto by Andean

A neoclassical residence that takes us to Lima’s 1920’s. A five-room guest house in Miraflores that is situated on a tree-lined street one block away from the “Malecón”. Instead of creating standardized hotel rooms, the former bedrooms were adapted into five individually designed guest rooms with different dimensions and features.

These spaces also preserve the feeling of a private residence. The guests have access to an open kitchen with complimentary snacks, an Honesty Bar, a ground-floor living room known as the “sala”, a tile patio, and an open-air terrace.

Lorenzo Masías, Head of Commercial at Andean, commented on Andean’s MICHELIN recognition. He specifically used Fausto as an example of the collection’s approach. He explained that despite having only five rooms and not following some of the conventions of a traditional hotel, the property’s attention to detail, personalization, and care provided by the team are what make them stand out. That approach can also be seen in the way the house operates: the two rooms are not exactly alike, the kitchen remains open throughout the day with food and drinks available to guests, and the staff is always there to provide local recommendations or prepare a drink.

</>

Hotel B

A restored Belle Époque mansion designed by French architect Claude Sahut and completed in 1914 as a seaside residence for the García Bedoya family. This hotel is in Lima’s Barranco district. When moving through the 20-room property, guests can still find details from the original building, including Italian marble, high ceilings, open balconies, and “teatinas”, a type of skylight characteristic of Lima’s architecture.

Art is also present throughout the hotel, with more than 300 original works and installations by Peruvian and Latin American artists. Guests can explore the collection with the hotel’s curator and, when going outside the property, they will also walk through Barranco’s galleries, museums, historic houses, and streets near Lima’s Pacific coast.

Nathalie Yepez, Sales Manager at Hotel B, told Explorandes that the recognition validates the hotel’s focus on its history, architecture, art, gastronomy, and personal service. For the team, the Key is also an incentive to continue evolving while preserving Hotel B’s personality and artistic character.

</>

Other MICHELIN Key Hotels in Peru

The 2026 selection also includes:

• CIRQA – Relais & Châteaux — Two MICHELIN Keys, Arequipa
• Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba — Two MICHELIN Keys, Sacred Valley
• Atemporal by Andean — One MICHELIN Key, Lima
• Monasterio, A Belmond Hotel — One MICHELIN Key, Cusco
• Miraflores Park, A Belmond Hotel — One MICHELIN Key, Lima
• Rio Sagrado, A Belmond Hotel — One MICHELIN Key, Sacred Valley
• Palacio Nazarenas, A Belmond Hotel — One MICHELIN Key, Cusco
• explora Valle Sagrado — One MICHELIN Key, Sacred Valley
• Tambo del Inka — One MICHELIN Key, Sacred Valley

What MICHELIN Recognition Means for Peru's Hotel Industry

For smaller hotels, a MICHELIN Key can also bring greater visibility. Lorenzo Masías, Head of Commercial at Andean, mentioned that the recognition can help properties like theirs reach travelers who may not have heard of them before. But for Andean, this is also an advantage for the country.

“It is also an opportunity to generate interest in destinations that are not so popular in Peru and show how much more we have to offer. Hopefully, it will encourage more hoteliers to invest in areas of the country with less tourism development, take risks, and expand our offering.” — Lorenzo Masías, Head of Commercial at Andean

</>

Hotel B also sees the MICHELIN Key as a way to introduce Lima and Barranco to travelers interested in art, design, gastronomy, and local culture. Nathalie Yepez, Sales Manager at Hotel B, explained that the international recognition can help the property reach travelers who look for these elements alongside service and comfort.

“We believe this recognition helps put Lima and Barranco on the radar of travelers who want to discover the city from a more local and cultural perspective. An important part of our approach is inviting guests to connect with the destination through that identity.”

— Nathalie Yepez, Sales Manager at Hotel B

Plan Your Stay in Peru

Having to choose which hotel is right for you is just one part of planning your journey to Peru. We can help you incorporate these MICHELIN Key properties into a personalized itinerary, connecting each stay with the destinations and experiences around it.

If you want to visit Lima, Cusco, the Sacred Valley, Lake Titicaca, or the Colca Valley, contact us to start planning your next experience.

Frequently Asked Questions About MICHELIN Key Hotels in Peru

Are MICHELIN Key hotels in Peru only luxury hotels?

No. MICHELIN Keys are not limited to a specific hotel category, style, or price range. Properties are evaluated according to five universal criteria that consider architecture and design, service and comfort, individual character, value in relation to the experience, and how the hotel contributes to its destination.

Where are MICHELIN Key hotels located in Peru?

Peru’s 2026 MICHELIN Key hotels are located in Lima, Cusco, the Sacred Valley, Arequipa, and the Colca Valley, and around Lake Titicaca. These locations include several of Peru’s main cultural and natural destinations.

Can MICHELIN Key hotels be included in a Peru itinerary?

Yes. MICHELIN Key hotels can be incorporated into wider Peru itineraries that combine different destinations, cultural visits, trekking, cycling, and other experiences. The most suitable properties will depend on the destinations included in the itinerary and the type of journey being planned.

Are MICHELIN Key hotels inspected anonymously?

Yes. MICHELIN Guide inspectors evaluate hotels anonymously and independently. Hotels are assessed according to five universal criteria, and the MICHELIN Key distinction is awarded to selected properties that stand out for the overall quality of the stay.