Tambo del Inka, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa
About Tambo del Inka, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa
Tambo del Inka is a 128-room resort on the banks of the Urubamba River in the town of Urubamba, in the heart of the Sacred Valley. It is part of Marriott’s Luxury Collection.
What sets it apart is its private train station, where trains leave for Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu. It suits families, couples and travelers who want a resort base at a lower altitude than Cusco before heading to Machu Picchu.
At a glance
Highlights
- Own train station for Machu Picchu
- On the Urubamba River
- Kallpa Spa thermal circuit
- Garden-to-table dining at Hawa
- Lower altitude than Cusco
Amenities
Rooms and suites
- 128 rooms and suites
- Views of the gardens, the river or the mountains
- Free cribs on request
Restaurants and bars
The resort is not all-inclusive.
- Hawa: Peruvian dishes made with produce from the resort’s organic garden
- Lobby bar: cocktails with herbs from the garden and a heated outdoor terrace
Beach, pools and spa
There is no beach. The resort has heated indoor and outdoor pools and a children’s pool. The Kallpa Spa has a thermal circuit with hydrotherapy, a hot tub, a sauna and a steam room. Guests under 16 cannot use the spa.
Activities and entertainment
Guests can tour the greenhouse, take classes with the resort’s baker and bartender, and join guided visits to nearby Inca sites. For families, there is a game room, soccer and basketball courts and babysitting.
Who it’s best for
- Best for: families, couples and anyone who wants to rest at lower altitude and take the train to Machu Picchu from the hotel.
- Consider another resort if: you want to walk to restaurants and sights in Cusco’s historic center.
Getting there from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport
Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) in Cusco is about 1.5 hours away by road. The resort offers an airport shuttle on request for a fee.
Book a private transfer in advance so a driver meets you at arrivals and takes you straight to the resort.
Good to know
- Free self parking is available
- Up to 2 children aged 11 and under stay free using existing beds
- Trains to Machu Picchu leave from the resort’s own station
- Some classes and experiences cost extra
Location of Tambo del Inka, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa
FAQ about Tambo del Inka, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa
Where is Tambo del Inka?
On the Urubamba River in Urubamba, in the Sacred Valley.
How far is the airport?
About 1.5 hours by road from Cusco airport.
Does the resort have its own train station?
Yes. Trains to Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu leave from the resort's station.
How many rooms are there?
128.
Are there pools?
Yes. There are heated indoor and outdoor pools and a children's pool.
Is there a spa?
Yes. The Kallpa Spa has a thermal circuit, a hot tub, a sauna and a steam room.
Is it family friendly?
Yes. There is a game room, sports courts, babysitting and free cribs.
Is the resort all-inclusive?
No.
Is parking free?
Yes. Self parking is free.
Is there an airport shuttle?
Yes, on request for a fee.
