qema Arequipa

3.0 star property
Travelers find historic charm and relaxation at this Arequipa hotel, where an outdoor pool and garden complement a restaurant serving authentic local cuisine.

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Located in the Historical Center, Selina Arequipa combines comfort with character. The restaurant serves local dishes for energy to explore. Relax in the garden, cool off in the outdoor pool, and use the free in-room WiFi. Guests praise the helpful staff and convenient location.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is P1,852
P2,037 total
May 31 - Jun 1
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About this property

qema Arequipa

  • Hotel located in Historical Center
  • Consider a stay at qema Arequipa and take advantage of a garden, laundry facilities, and a bar. In addition to a business center and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Additional perks include:
    • An outdoor pool
    • Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, and smoke-free premises
    • A water dispenser, bicycle parking, and luggage storage
    • A 24-hour front desk and a front-desk safe
  • Room features
  • All 80 rooms offer amenities such as free WiFi.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Peru Value-Added Tax (VAT) at 18%. A VAT exemption is available to travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing they are not a resident of Peru. The exemption applies only to stays in Peru not exceeding 60 days.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately USD 5 for adults and USD 5 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number 20605629009

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children under 18 are generally not allowed to stay at properties in Peru without a parent, legal guardian or duly authorized responsible person. Accompanying adults may be asked for both their and the child's ID as well as any duly notarized supporting documentation. Visitors who plan to travel with children should consult with a Peruvian consulate office prior to travel for further guidance.
According to Peruvian law, cash is not accepted for payments over PEN 2,000 or USD 500. Payments greater than these amounts must be settled by credit card or other methods approved by the property and local law; payments cannot be split between currencies
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Does qema Arequipa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at qema Arequipa?

As of May 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at qema Arequipa on May 31, 2026 start from P1,852, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is qema Arequipa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at qema Arequipa?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at qema Arequipa?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is qema Arequipa located?

Located in Historical Center, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Centro Cultural Peruano Norteamericano and Puente Grau. Mundo Alpaca and Museo de Arte Virreinal de Santa Teresa are also within 10 minutes. Arequipa Station is 27 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, rooms and amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Qema has a great vibe, no matter who your travel group consists of. The staff are really helpful. I enjoyed a very relaxing massage during our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The accomodation is super clean and lovely. Theres a bar, pool and restaurant with loads of options and breakfast. We booked a few tours through the agency here and it was fantastic, super easy and the tours were great. The room was clean and comfortable, can be a bit loud if they have events on in the bar!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The poolside al fresco dining and bar was so great. The river rafting tour they arranged was super fun, with convenient pickup from the hotel. The staff are all so nice. The room was cleaned well and was quite comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

April

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Had a great stay. Private room was super spacious and clean. And public areas were well taken care of and had great amenities. Also are on site and the food was really tasty as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fabien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful place close to the historical center. I felt welcome and everything was here to enjoy a perfect stay in the calmness of the hostel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gianfranco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bar was an ok selection, food came out pretty fast. Rooms were sanitized daily. Staff was very helpful and attentive to any needs. Can't give an opinion on Breakfast as I didn't have any during the stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Oasis in Arequipa

Very cozy and clean hotel. Good chance to relax and several offers (free tour, morning run)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lydia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed 4 nights and our room was spacious and clean. Lovely staff and excellent location. Highly recommend, great value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Modest rooms but very charming. Extremely helpful staff. Younger person's atmosphere but felt quite comfortable as an older gent. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool area with a treehouse and a suspended bed. The staff was great, we arrived early and they placed us in their Cinema & Library until the receptionist arrived. Staff was helpful with any questions and assistance we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed two night as a rest point, as well as used the services to book the colca canyon tour. Super convenient and clean, great food and great bar. We stayed in the suite and the hot water shower was so enjoyable. The only very weird thing is the suite includes a coffee machine...but you have to buy the coffee to put in it. Makes no sense
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really cool place to stay. The gardens and pool were really nice to chill out in.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a great time. The shower is fabulous!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

edwin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, clean bathrooms, nice areas.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Alexandre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice place to stay, on the minuses expensive food and personal could be somewhat more flexible for some things, but it’s like this in more “industrial” hostels I guess
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Solvei Emily Brekke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A vibey hotel/hostel in Arequipa. Short distance to most things. Big rooms, great showers, good breakfast and super staff. Only complain is that the music from the bar is really loud in to the rooms so you can't sleep early if you want to.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super nice facilities with a lot of space and activities offered. The room was nice and cleaned everyday!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Qema feels like an arctic oasis, there’s lots of fun spots to sit or explore around their beautiful campus, but you’re still mere steps away from the historical center and many of the tourist sites. I was in the shared female only dorm which was clean, comfortable, and felt safe & secure. Would highly recommend qema.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurynas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurynas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great overall. The only issue was that I was double charged for the stay. I had paid through Expedia, but at check-in the staff didn’t see the payment, so I paid again. Later, the hotel issued a refund once the mistake was discovered. Other than that, it was a wonderful stay and I really enjoyed it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Roni

The shared bathroom didn’t work and they didn’t fix nor put a sign for people not to use for a whole day.. and that’s in the same room as the shower
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Heike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Grüne Oase mitten in der Stadt. Wirklich schön. Viele Angebote für Aktivitäten, auch kostenlos (z.B. Free Walking Tour) Wir hatten eine Suite mit Poolblick. Suite war es nicht, einfach nur ein grösseres Zimmer. Das einzige was nicht so gut war, war die Frühstücksauswahl. Man konnte aus 6 verschiedenen Frühstücken a la Carte wählen und hatte auch nur einen Kaffee dabei. Viele junge Leute, chillige Stimmung. Abends Veranstaltungen, die aber um 21 Uhr beendet wurden. Ruhe wurde genau eingehalten.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria Emilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente alojamiento en Arequipa. Además ofrecen varios tours! Lo recomiendo
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026