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Chelitos Backpacker

2.0 star property
Travelers unwind in lush gardens at this Cusco backpacker haven while having easy access to the city's rich history and cultural landmarks

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Chelitos Backpacker in Cusco's Historic Center offers Peruvian charm with modern amenities. Enjoy a peaceful garden retreat and an arcade room for entertainment. San Pedro Market and Plaza de Armas are a short walk away. Helpful staff and free WiFi enhance your visit.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Kitchen

Room options

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View all photos for Family Room, Shared Bathroom (1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds)

A bunk bed with a patterned bedspread and pillows, a bedside lamp, and a small wooden nightstand.

Family Room, Shared Bathroom (1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

Two wooden beds with patterned bedding, a wooden floor, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Economy Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom (1 Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed)

A bathroom with a white door, a tiled wall with a decorative border, and the text "Caballeros MEN" on the wall.

Economy Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom (1 Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom (1 Double Bed and 1 Bunk Bed)

A room with two bunk beds, a small bedside table with a lamp, and a patterned bedspread.

Family Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom (1 Double Bed and 1 Bunk Bed)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (2 Bunk Beds)

A room with two bunk beds, wooden flooring, and a white wall.

Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (2 Bunk Beds)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (3 Bunk Beds)

A room with bunk beds, a wooden wardrobe, and a window with curtains.

Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (3 Bunk Beds)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom

A bedroom with a bed, a wooden nightstand, a white pillow, and a roll of toilet paper on the bed.

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Triple Room, Private Bathroom (1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed)

A hotel room with a wooden floor, a bed with a patterned cover, a small table with a towel and a bottle, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a wooden door.

Family Triple Room, Private Bathroom (1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room, 5 Bedrooms, Private Bathroom (1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds)

A room with two beds, a wooden door, and a window with curtains.

Family Room, 5 Bedrooms, Private Bathroom (1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Economy Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi
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About the neighborhood

Cusco Historic Center, a neighborhood in Cusco, is home to Chelitos Backpacker. Municipal Theater and San Francisco Church Museum and Catacombs are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Museo de Historia Natural and Planetarium Cusco. Casa DARTE - Centro de Artes Escénicas and Apukunaq Tianan are also worth visiting. Visit our Cusco travel guide
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Map
Calle Queshua 263, Cusco

What's nearby

  • A market entrance with a sign reading "Bienvenidos a tu Mercado San Pedro".
    San Pedro Market
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • A vintage tram with a sign reading "Tranvia de Cusco" parked on a cobblestone street.
    San Pedro Church
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • A historic church with two bell towers, surrounded by a park with people and green trees.
    Plaza de Armas
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • A historic church with two towers, a plaza with people, and mountains in the background.
    Cusco Cathedral
    13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • An arched corridor with a bell tower in the background.
    Coricancha
    5 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • San Pedro Station
    8 min walk
  • Alejandro Velasco Astete Intl. Airport (CUZ)
    16 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sección de jugos
    7 min walk
  • Desayunos “El Sano Vivir”
    7 min walk
  • Chifa Hao-Yun
    9 min walk
  • Aulita Cafe Boutique
    9 min walk
  • Yokomo Restaurant Cusco
    9 min walk

About this property

Chelitos Backpacker

  • Hostel near Plaza de Armas
  • Close to San Pedro Market, Chelitos Backpacker provides a garden, an arcade/game room, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks include:
    • Free self parking
    • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and a TV in the lobby
    • Luggage storage and tour/ticket assistance
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Chelitos Backpacker include amenities such as free WiFi.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Communal kitchens with refrigerators, blenders, and stovetops
    • Spices, cookware/dishes/utensils, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Spices
  • Stovetop

More

  • Shared accommodations

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

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 up to 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.

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 10239179971

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
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Frequently asked questions

Is Chelitos Backpacker pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Chelitos Backpacker?

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Chelitos Backpacker?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Does Chelitos Backpacker provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Chelitos Backpacker located?

Located in Cusco Historic Center, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of San Pedro Church and San Pedro Market. Plaza de Armas is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) away. San Pedro Station is 8 minutes by foot and Cusco Wanchaq Station is 25 minutes.

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

Chelitos Backpacker Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Amenities

10

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 20 reviews

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