Sauce Hotel Boutique stands in the heart of Ollantaytambo, a two-minute walk from the Plaza de Armas and about four minutes from the archaeological site. It has seven room types, from singles to family triples and quadruples, many with mountain or valley views, plus a restaurant, a cafe, a garden, a terrace, a bar and an attached winery. Free breakfast of local dishes and free Wi-Fi are included. Guests rate its location, staff and breakfast very highly, so it suits couples and small families who want to step out into the town and the stonework.
You are in the middle of the old town, so the plaza, restaurants and cafes are on your doorstep, and the fortress terraces rise at the end of the lane. That is a real advantage for photographs at dawn and dusk and for leisurely evenings. The train station is a short drive, and a taxi is easy to find on the plaza. Cusco airport is about an hour and three quarters away.
Rooms are simple but comfortable, with heating, sound-insulated walls and rainfall showers, and some have views over the plaza or mountains. Reviewers praise the friendly staff, the location and the breakfast, while a few describe the furnishings as basic for the price and mention occasional hot water or power problems. Check what your rate includes, since extra charges such as a card fee have been mentioned.
What to know
The lanes are cobbled and noisy at times with local celebrations, so ask for a quiet room if you are a light sleeper. From November the rainy season begins and runs to March, with cool nights, so confirm heating and bring a rain jacket. There is no pool or spa, but the garden terrace and the winery offer a pleasant place to sit after a day on the ruins. It is a good choice for two nights before or after Machu Picchu.
Why stay here
- ✓Two-minute walk to the plaza
- ✓Four-minute walk to the ruins
- ✓Free breakfast
- ✓On-site restaurant and cafe
- ✓Garden and terrace
- ✓Attached winery
- ✓Free Wi-Fi
- ✓Luggage storage
Good questions
How close is Sauce Hotel to the ruins?+
The archaeological site is about a four-minute walk and the plaza about two minutes. You can see the terraces at opening time without a taxi.
Is breakfast included?+
Free breakfast of local dishes is included with the rooms. Confirm your rate when you book.
Does Sauce Hotel have a pool?+
No, it has a garden, terrace, restaurant and winery instead. It is a base for exploring rather than a resort.
