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Reviews of Gaia House Hostel

Calle Atoq Sayquchi 616, Cusco City Centre, Cusco, Peru

#169 of 323 hotels in Cusco

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Review Score

Based on 78 hostel reviews

8.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.6

  • Comfort

    8.2

  • Location

    9.1

  • Facilities

    8.2

  • Staff

    9.0

  • Value for money

    8.7

  • Free Wifi

    8.0

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  • Reviewed: July 28, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Carpets a bit worn, kitchen and utensils also very worn and used.

    In a very central location, breakfast was included in price. Owner very accomodating.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 25, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Our room was next to the breakfast area. I think this place if perfect if you want to stay a night and then wake up early to go to Aguas Calientes o do an early tour. If you plan to sleep a little longer (10 AM) it can be a bit noisy, specially during morning. But apart from that the place was very good.

    Good Location! and the people at the reception were very nice!

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 9, 2025

    9.0
    Everything was great, staff, rooms and location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The staff were really helpful and even offered to cook us eggs for breakfast. Rooms were very generous in size and had everything we needed. Location was great.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 14, 2025

    9.0
    Great location, very clean, staff really helpful.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Shower was a little on the warm side and not hot but I guess to be expected. Room doors were a little on the short side so kept having to remember to duck.

    Staff were very helpful especially once we used Google translate to communicate. Really good to be able to leave our luggage in storage while on tours. Breakfast was good and staff offered cooked eggs if we wanted.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 3, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Economy Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Our private room connected directly to the common area and kitchen - which provided limited privacy during our stay.

    Helpful staff who provided recommendations on activities and hikes.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: April 2, 2025

    9.0
    Overall a good experience.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The place was peaceful and relaxing. The bed was comfortable with good quality linens. The staff on duty, Carlos and Murriel were very helpful and pleasant. The location of the house is in San Blas neighborhood however at an elevation.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 30, 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Good location Very good staff But : Very cold in the room Poor breakfast

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: February 25, 2025

    7.0
    I loved staying here and would definitely come again :)
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    I went during the rainy season, so the place was a little bit chilly. The roof would leak a little when there was a very heavy rain.

    The hosts are very friendly and help you with whatever you need. The bed cubbies are very comfortable and provide a lot of privacy. They have luggage storage there which was useful when I hiked to Machu Picchu. Facilities were clean and everyone was respectful. Great location, close to the historic center and many cafes/restaurants/shops.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: December 3, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Wi-Fi connection was quite unreliable in the room, often disconnecting. Better in the shared spaces. Bathroom door does not lock.

    Great space, with table and couch as well as beds. Plenty of storage space, good location, a 10min walk to downtown. Friendly staff and very attentive.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: October 8, 2024

    8.0
    Decent hostel with good value for money. Not as comfortable as others
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    1. Breakfast was a little simple. 2. The music played at the lobby was a little loud and directly adjacent to some of the rooms. The volume was toned down on request however. Fortunately, there was no music later in the evening and early morning.

    1. Friendly and accomodating staff 2. Excellent location

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: August 9, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Pod style beds were really comfy and private. Shower/bathroom was really clean and staff were efficient.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: July 7, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Spacious rooms, comfy bed, friendly / helpful staff, location.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: May 16, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location was great, it was clean, and the staff were nice.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: April 9, 2024

    8.0
    Good hostel could make an effort on the breakfast
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Breakfast

    Rooms are ok Clean! Personal is kind Hot showers ❤️ Good place despite the up hills 😂

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 8, 2024

    9.0
    Very nice place but needs better wifi
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    needs new bed linen - some if getting threadbare. Wifi did not work in our room, we'd have to go onto the outside stairs.

    great space, friendly staff, lovely basic breakfast

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: February 29, 2024

    9.0
    Carlos was amazing, very helpfull for anything that you might need
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Clean very central

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: January 23, 2024

    9.0
    Great compact hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The staff were brilliant for tour information and travel tips. I stayed much longer as it was like a home atmosphere very relaxed and friendly.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: January 18, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A couple of times the staff walked into our room (to change the bins/clean) while we were inside and we didn’t have a chance to open the door first. They also turn the water off during the day so you may need to ask them to turn it on to shower at certain times.

    Great location, quiet - not a party hostel. Every thing was clean and the bed was super comfortable and huge. Friendly staff! Good value for money.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: December 19, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Super cute little hostel in the nicest area of Cusco with lots of nice boutiques and restaurants. The hostel was quiet at night and the pod was so comfy with a really good duvet. Breakfast was simple but a nice option to start the day. Lovely friendly team and a nice peaceful vibe generally. The bathroom was cleaned regularly and had constant hot water.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 27, 2023

    8.0
    Nice stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The temperature of the shower wasn’t great even with the knob all the way to the hot side , but we asked for it and the staff nicely increased it for the time being!

    Nice location in San Blas! Short walk to plaza de armas. We had a nice spacious double room with living room. Spacious bathroom! Comfy and clean. The staff is amazing, really friendly and helpful! Breakfast it’s ok, on the average of what we have had travelling South America: eggs on request, bread jam and butter, and juice and coffe/tea! Very kindly stored our backpacks during 2-3 days excursions around Cusco

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 21, 2023

    7.0
    Cheap stay in Cusco
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It was quite noisy as our room was straight off the common area where music was played. With earplugs it was okay. Bathroom and kitchen could be a little cleaner.

    Great location in San Blas next to a lovely cafe. The room was quite large and the bed was comfortable. Staff were helpful and we could leave our luggage. Good value for money.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 22, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    They don’t have a comfy comum area. If you traveling solo and feel like to meet other people this is not the place!

    The bed from the dorm was very comfy and clean!

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 14, 2023

    9.0
    Lovely stay in Cusco
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The bathroom could do with being updated a little bit but otherwise great!

    The hostel is nestled down a lovely side street (no car access) but it was such a lovely peaceful stay. Very helpful and friendly staff that work there and lovely room!

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: September 7, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Couple
    • Economy Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    low ceiling , abit of lack of maintenanbce but overall ok

    calm place, it was clean

    Stayed in September 2023

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