Hotel Casona Colon Inn is a smaller, house-style hotel in Puno, drawing on the old-casona look of high ceilings, courtyards and wood. For visitors who find large hotels impersonal, it offers a more intimate scale and the chance to chat with staff about tours, weather and food. It suits independent travelers who plan to spend their days out on the lake or visiting sites around Puno and want a warm, simple place to return to. The price range places it in the comfortable middle of the market, and its reputation among visitors is for convenience and friendliness.
Location
The hotel is in the Puno area, and many casona-style hotels cluster near the center, within reach of the plaza and the pedestrian street. Check the map when booking, and ask how far the walk is to the main sights and to the place where your tour pickups happen. Puno's streets are lively with traffic and horns, so ask for a quieter room if you are a light sleeper. A taxi to the harbor is short and cheap.
Rooms and services
Guests can generally expect heated rooms, private bathrooms and a breakfast included in the rate, though details vary by room type. Because of the altitude, it is worth asking about hot water, blankets and any oxygen available. Smaller hotels often excel at personal help: arranging tours, storing luggage, calling taxis and suggesting restaurants. A hot drink in the evening and an early breakfast before a boat trip are simple things that matter after a cold morning on the water.
Who it suits
Couples, solo travelers and small groups who value atmosphere and personal service over large facilities. It works well as a base for several nights of day trips, and as a place to rest on arrival. It is not designed for conferences or resort-style stays. Book ahead for peak months and for the Candelaria festival in February. If you are arriving from Cusco by bus or train, ask about luggage handling and early check-in, and confirm the best way to reach the hotel from the station.
Why stay here
- ✓Casona-style building
- ✓Breakfast available
- ✓Room heating
- ✓Private bathrooms
- ✓Tour and taxi arrangements
- ✓Luggage storage
- ✓Front desk assistance
- ✓Convenient city base
Good questions
Is it a good choice for solo travelers?+
Its smaller scale and personal service suit solo travelers who want help with tours and logistics.
Is breakfast included?+
Many rates include breakfast. Confirm what your rate covers when you book.
Is it noisy?+
Puno streets can be lively. Ask for a quieter room when you book.
