May 19, 2013
WC_trekker, west chester, pa | Trip type: Couples
We stayed here for two nights prior to our Machu Picchu trek and also for one night when we returned from the trek. The accommodations were very clean and comfortable....
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We stayed here for two nights prior to our Machu Picchu trek and also for one night when we returned from the trek. The accommodations were very clean and comfortable. Carlos was very helpful and always available to us. We enjoyed our breakfast conversations with him. He even woke up early and made us breakfast at 5 am before our trek! The location was also good and Carlos recommended very good restaurants. If we get back to Peru, we will definitely stay again with Carlos. « less
“Great B&B in Cusco with amazing customer service”
May 19, 2013
travelerparker, DC | Trip type: Couples
This is a cute B&B with three suites, 2 in the front and 1 in the back so it's never too loud or crowded. It's run by a wonderful man...
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This is a cute B&B with three suites, 2 in the front and 1 in the back so it's never too loud or crowded. It's run by a wonderful man named Carlos, who is an amazing host and will do everything possible to ensure you have a wonderful time in Cusco. Transport to/from the airport and breakfast are included with the price of the room, which are great benefits to staying here.
PROS: Large suites with plenty of space to relax, great hot water shower, comfortable bed with down comforter and plenty of pillows, plush towels, great radiator (Secret: push the button on the bottom to push out air and create white noise), great location (if you don't mind walking up hill a bit), nice breakfast (eggs, OJ, Fresh hot bread, granola, coffee, coca tea), good internet.
CONS: Not much privacy--it's rather noisy, but it seems that most places in Cusco have this problem. The rooms in the front deal with street noise and are above the kitchen. The balcony suite is in the back and much quieter, but has no bathtub.
Just one more note--Carlos absolutely saved our trip to Machu Pichu. We booked our trip through a company our friend recommended, and it was a disaster. They didn't know that the train wasn't fully operational and had set to pick us up at 6am, which would have made us miss the 5:30am bus transfer to the train. Luckily, Carlos knew about the train problems and helped us organize transport to the bus at 5:15am. He also let us use the phone so that we could call the tour manager to work out that issue and a few others we dealt with. « less
“Gracious and welcoming host - go and stay there”
May 15, 2013
2BISCUITS, Sydney, Australia | Trip type: Couples
We had the pleasure of staying with Carlos on two occasions and each time we were given a warm welcome. We stayed in two different suites (bedroom and lounge) and...
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We had the pleasure of staying with Carlos on two occasions and each time we were given a warm welcome. We stayed in two different suites (bedroom and lounge) and each one was comfortable and impeccably clean with good wi-fi and two bottles of water left each day. Whether it was 6 in the morning or later Carlos was there to give us a good breakfast, he wanted to make sure his guests were fed before their journeys.
The first and final transfers are in the hotel rates which we appreciated very much.
San Blas is only a short walk down the hill into town, a little longer coming back up as there are quite a few stairs but take your time and don't hurry at that altitude.
Carlos is the consummate host. He wants to make sure his guests enjoy Cusco and the surrounds and he is extremely helpful with advice. I unfortunately had altitude sickness and he made sure that a doctor came to see me and the right treatment given.
The city of Cusco is very attractive with a lovely main plaza and innumerable restaurants and cafes to visit. It is also possible to do day trips and we would particularly suggest going to the Sacred Valley and surrounds.
Do go and experience Cusco hospitality with Carlos. « less
“Look no further. It certainly feels like home”
May 10, 2013
Rocstu, The Hague, The Netherlands | Trip type: Couples
As I say in the title. Look no further, this is your second home in Cusco.
Carlos, the host, is the dictionary definition of a good host: He just makes...
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As I say in the title. Look no further, this is your second home in Cusco.
Carlos, the host, is the dictionary definition of a good host: He just makes sure you feel at home, so just arrive and relax, he's got you covered.
Breakfast is perfect. And Carlos will prepare hot food on your request. Superb!
Rooms are comfortable, if quirky (because of the old house adaptation) but they feel so special: you want to spend time in your room, let's put it like that.
Location is perfect, just 5 minutes walk to the city centre. And the main good thing about the location: it is QUIET.
Wifi works perfectly.
Transfer to and from train station or airport is included in the fee.
Bottomline: look no further and just stay here, for 2 days or 2 weeks, it's simply perfect. « less
“Great Inn - Great Host”
May 8, 2013
Lee D, Edmonton, Canada | Trip type: Couples
We stayed at My Second Home in Cusco for 3 nights in April 2013. The suite we had was great. Don't expect luxury but it's clean, roomy and convenient to...
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We stayed at My Second Home in Cusco for 3 nights in April 2013. The suite we had was great. Don't expect luxury but it's clean, roomy and convenient to central Cusco. The real story is the owner. You could not find a more gracious and helpful host than Carlos. From the moment we arrived he looked after us. He advised us on how to avoid altitude sickness then reviewed our planned itinerary and suggested a tour of the sacred valley and organized it for us with Eduardo, the same gentleman that picked us up at the airport. This was the best $120 we spent for a full day of touring. Eduardo speaks little English and we speak no Spanish but it didn't matter - somehow we communicated and had a memorable day. Carlos provided great breakfasts every morning, irrespective of the time we had to leave. Carlos is a true gentleman and a professional innkeeper. We recommend My Second Home to anyone and itr really is, as its name suggests, a home away from home. If you go to Peru, you have to visit Machu Picchu, truly a world class experience and when you are in Cusco stay with Carlos at his inn - you won't regret it. « less
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Second Home Cusco - Hotel Room Types
Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofabed, Balcony
One Queen and One Sofa Bed
This room opens to a balcony. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and the flat-screen TVs offers premium TV channels. The private bathroom has a shower/tub combination, as well as complimentary toiletries and a hair dryer. A sofa bed, a sofa bed, and a safe are among the conveniences offered.
Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofabed, Patio
One Queen and One Sofa Bed
This room opens to a patio. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and the flat-screen TVs offers premium TV channels. The private bathroom has a shower/tub combination, as well as complimentary toiletries and a hair dryer. A sofa bed, a safe, and a laptop-compatible safe are among the conveniences offered.
Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofabed
One Queen and One Sofa Bed
This room measures 334 square feet (31 square meters). Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and the flat-screen TVs offers premium TV channels. The private bathroom has a shower/tub combination, as well as complimentary toiletries and a hair dryer. A sofa bed, a safe, and a laptop-compatible safe are among the conveniences offered.
Amenities / Additional Information - Second Home Cusco
Safe
TV In Room
Data Ports
Clothing Iron
Hair Dryer
Check In:
noon
Check Out:
10 AM
Floors:
2
Rooms:
3
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Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofabed, Balcony
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