Modern-day explorers.
The village of Aguas Calientes, Peru.
Soft cotton sheets, blackout blinds, simple terracotta floors and herbal bath products make the rooms at El Mapi hotel comfortable and welcoming.
El Mapi is proud of having ‘the healthiest kitchen in Machu Picchu’, with a range of salads, sandwiches and soups for lunch, plus Peruvian specialities and organic wine in the evenings. There’s a hot water pool for lounging in, a gift shop and computer room too. Oxygen can be provided on request for those struggling with the altitude.
The hotel can provide information and tickets for a range of options for visiting Machu Picchu and provide transport to and from the train station. Personal or group guides can be arranged upon request.
If you’re not too exhausted by your visit to Machu Picchu, you can climb nearby Mount Putucusi for a unique viewpoint on the town.