We had to go up many stairs to access it which was tough with our cases. Our room was very cold (which was difficut because I had a cold) and the heater is set on a timer so we were unable to operate it ourselves. There was a sewerage smell that came and went in the bathroom. The room was very small for two of us. Having said all this we ultimately had a good experience here and I would probably come again by myself, in summer and with a pack rather than a case!

The staff are amazing. The room was nice and given the time we arrived we were allowed into our room straight away to complete check in later that morning which given I was sick on arrival I really appreciated. The view from upstairs is incredible and the breakfast each morning was lovely. This hostel was in a brilliant location!

Stayed in May 2025

Bathroom sometime smelt a bit.

We loved our stay here. Very chill atmosphere and lovely terrace to view Cusco. They kindly let us leave our stuff here whilst we did trekking too.

Stayed in September 2024

Room and bed is nice, but bathroom isn’t very confortable to use. You better be fit to reach the hostel. (for us it was a positive thing it was a bit far from the center, but I’m Kilian Jornet)

View are amazing, staff is very attentive, common areas good, a bit separated from the city noise.

Stayed in September 2024

In the dorms there was no lockers or place to put your bags so it was a maze of people’s bags all over the floor

Stayed in a private room for 3 nights and one night in the dorms. Private room was great. - Hot shower - Amazing location - Staff were really helpful - Clean - Great value for money - No problems leaving early (like 3/4am) for tours such as rainbow mountain

Stayed in August 2024

I have no complaints.

Excellent location. Breakfast was good.

Stayed in July 2024

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I stayed 10 days in SWYH and enjoyed my stay. I had booked a private room and I was surprised how good it was (Room Nr.9 on the upper floor), From here I had a great panoramic view of Cusco even while lying on my bed :-). But of course the view from the hostel is over all excellent. The staff is very attentive and customer driven - from the reception Desk to the kitchen. Thanks to all. Breakfast is ok. I didn´t use the kitchen utilities. I didn't use the kitchen utensils, but I noticed that people prepared some really nice dishes. The private rooms on the 2nd floor are also preferable because of the view and they are more quiet.

Stayed in May 2024

Very hard to get there climbing all te way when you come from plaza de Armas

Very friendly staff willing to help

Stayed in June 2024

Not many things to dislike, in some nights no hot water and it is a good ways up to the San Blas neighborhood by ready to walk a bit.

This is my second time at Samay Wasi, it is a excellent option..it is a great value and the staff is wonderful always willing to help!! Henry is a great guy!! Plus the view from up there is excellent.

Stayed in May 2024

Not much to say. Be ready to walk up a few steps to get to the hostel, but nothing too hard. You'll enjoy the awesome view from the city!

Everything about Samay Wasi hostel is great: Starting from the staff, who is always available to help and is very well organised. Hostel has this nice family vibe. The view from the dorm and the terrace were incredible. San Blas is a cute neighborhood and you will get to the main plaza in 10 min walk. The products served at breakfast are yummy: fresh orange juice, good bread, good coffee... Never had any issue with hot shower (good pressure, and always had very hot water), unlike in lots of other places in Cusco.

Stayed in March 2024

Great place to stay in the San Blas, staff were really nice and very helpful would recommend!

Stayed in March 2024

There’s a specific hour when the heater starts working so until then it can be quite cold in the room.

Location, staff, people staying there, the balcony with the view,

Stayed in January 2024

The breakfast is really basic with only bread and jam. But, the orange jus is freshly made so that’s great!

The view is incredible and the hostel has ‘home’ feeling because of the living/ dining area and the super friendly staff. Besides, the house cat is adorable and likes to cuddle. The showers are warm and the location is perfect with a lot of incredible restaurants and coffee spots in the streets next to it.

Stayed in November 2023

The staff is very friendly, helpful, and speaks English. There is someone available 24/7. The hostel's location is excellent, surrounded by nice cafes and restaurants. The hostel itself has a terrace with a beautiful view of Cusco. Hot water for tea is available round the clock, which is great! Breakfast is very simple with bread, butter, jam, and freshly squeezed orange juice.

Stayed in October 2023

The wifi is sometimes not working but staying offline is also not the worst in Cusco ;)

The stuff is very friendly and I was able to spontaneously reschedule the dates. Amazing views over Cusco!

Stayed in November 2023

The rooms are quite small and so is the bathroom in the ensuite rooms (which can be a bit annoying for tall gringo’s…). Also more places to hang your clothes on would be an upgrade. The kitchen has everything you need, but is also too small for the amount of people using it. Just don’t be in a hurry if you want to use it :)

The hostel is located in the beautiful area of San Blas. Quiet, but surrounded by nice restaurants and coffee bars. The breakfast is simple but good (bread, 2 eggs, juice, coffee/tea, butter and jam), served by very kind ladies, and there is free tea all day long. Christian, the guy at the reception during the morning and early afternoon is very kind and helpful. Showers have hot water. The rooftop terrace (with great view!) and other shared areas are cosy, and there are three different guitars to use.

Stayed in October 2023

Extremely nice staff, family run hostel that will do anything for you if you ask kindly. No western style hostel but very authentic

Stayed in September 2023

Didn't have any problem with that- but take into account that the hostel is located up the neighborhood so there are a lot of stairs in the way.

Great value for money! The staff were very kind and welcoming, the room was clean and the bed was comfortable. The shower was great! Hot water and strong stream! Breakfast was very basic, laundry service was good too.

Stayed in August 2023

They let us leave our bags one day before check in. The breakfast was very nice we were very surprised! The view from the room was amazing. Little heater was helped somehow.

Stayed in June 2023

The communal indoor space isn't very big. With just a few guests working on their laptops in it, every time I had to open the door to pass through, I felt like I was interrupting them. When I inquired at the front desk about the price of a driver for some ruins I wanted to visit, they didn't seem to be able to help, so I ended up just finding one on my own.

For my stay in Cusco, I spent a few nights in a more expensive guesthouse, then balanced it out with a few nights in a cheaper hostel (this one, private room). I was very happy with my hostel choice. Yes, it's a hike up to it, but that's what I expected, and the reward is the amazing view. Even my bedroom window had a great view. Bed was cozy and the room was warm at night thanks to heater – it was actually warmer than the more expensive hotel I had stayed in. Shower was always hot, which is key. I also liked the cat.

Stayed in May 2023

The price is a little high for a hostel. The common areas were a little crowded during breakfast.

The view is beautiful and the rooms were clean.

Stayed in March 2023

Heating starts automatically about 8-9 pm and the first night we felt a bit cold after sunset /about 6 pm./ till heating started.

Nice location in a lovely neighbourhood, amazing view. Big clean room, with comfy bed. Friendly and helpful staff. We were able to check in earlier and store our bags while doing the inca treck. Close to centre and nice walks nearby to Cristo Blanco and Sacsayhuaman.

Stayed in April 2023

the staff was great! Señor James helped us book all of our sacred valley trips, helped us with the details of each day, and gave us a great deal. The view of Cusco from our room was great and the breakfast was a great way to start each day.

Stayed in November 2022

excellent location, staff were very friendly and helpful, amazing views and a good hot/powerful shower. very helpful and stored our bags for us while we done the Inca trail

Stayed in November 2022

there is a wooden floor balcony in front of the rooms and when people go out from other rooms, they have to pass in front of your room and you can hear all the steps. but i think this is also a matter of education, because if you walk slowly (expecially during the night), you will no bother anyone.

we loved our stay in Samay Wasi Hostel. the room was very cozy and beautiful. The best is the view! we loved also that there was heating and hot water! Breakfast was also good! Thanks!

Stayed in November 2022