Carefully set amid tropical vegetation in the high cloud forest, warmly and thoughtfully furnished, the Inkaterra Machu Picchu Hotel is a stunning base for a visit to Machu Picchu.

Located in the village of Aguas Calientes, 20 minutes by bus from the ruins. There are 85 beautifully furnished bungalows, built with adobe bricks, eucalyptus and stone. Facilities include a small pool, sauna and spa, restaurant, bar and lounge areas with comfortable sofas overlooking the luxurious gardens and river.

There are a variety of complimentary activities to choose from, including a bird watching trip where you will certainly see most of the 16 different species of humming bird, Orchid walk where you will see many of the 372 native varieties, nature walk, twilight walk and the opportunity to see the very rare spectacled bear.