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La Gruta

Property class: 3.5
3.5-star hotel near Arequipa Plaza de Armas

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a lamp.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern room with a blue sofa and a yellow armchair, a potted plant, and a gold pendant light.
A modern office space with a desk, chair, TV, and storage cabinets.
A hotel entrance with a yellow facade, a glass door, and a small set of wooden steps leading up to the entrance.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Calle La Gruta 304, Arequipa, Arequipa, 4001
  • Place, Santa Catalina Monastery
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Arequipa Cathedral
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Arequipa Plaza de Armas
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Arequipa (AQP-Rodriguez Ballon Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Junior Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Junior Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a table.

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a lamp, a TV, and a radiator.

Standard Double Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Triple Room

  • 236 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A modern bedroom with a large bathtub, red balloons, and rose petals scattered on the floor.

Suite

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a desk, and a small table.

Single Room

  • Garden view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a small kitchenette.

Standard Quadruple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a lamp.

Standard Room

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Junior Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Junior Room, 1 King Bed

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Arequipa

Historical Center stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Historical Center hotel, you'll find Puente Grau and Mundo Alpaca. Centro Cultural Peruano Norteamericano and Iglesia de San Francisco are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Puente Grau - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Santa Catalina Monastery - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Arequipa's Historical Museum - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Arequipa Cathedral - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Arequipa Plaza de Armas - 8 min drive - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Arequipa Station - 10 min drive
  • Arequipa (AQP-Rodriguez Ballon Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chelawasi - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Cevicheria Puro Limón - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Touristic Restaurant on the Terrace, Ariquepa - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪13 Monjas Craft Food & Drinks - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Claustro - ‬14 min walk

About this property

La Gruta

3.5-star hotel near Arequipa Plaza de Armas
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. There's an onsite business center. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at La Gruta. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Arequipa hotel is smoke free.

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • Onsite shopping
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
La Gruta offers 16 accommodations with minibars and complimentary bottled water. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Hypo-allergenic bedding, irons/ironing boards, and hair dryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 4 spaces per unit)

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Library
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 20-inch TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Room service

More

  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at La Gruta

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 5 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for PEN 15.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Peru Value-Added Tax (VAT) at up to 18%. A VAT exemption is available to travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing they are not a resident of Peru. The exemption applies only to stays in Peru not exceeding 60 days.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: PEN 30 per person (one-way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: PEN 15.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 00487976405

We should mention

  • Children under 18 are generally not allowed to stay at properties in Peru without a parent, legal guardian or duly authorized responsible person. Accompanying adults may be asked for both their and the child's ID as well as any duly notarized supporting documentation. Visitors who plan to travel with children should consult with a Peruvian consulate office prior to travel for further guidance.
  • According to Peruvian law, cash is not accepted for payments over PEN 2,000 or USD 500. Payments greater than these amounts must be settled by credit card or other methods approved by the property and local law. Payments cannot be split between currencies.
  • One child 5 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Gruta Hotel
Hotel Gruta
La Gruta Arequipa
La Gruta Hotel
La Gruta Hotel Arequipa
Hotel La Gruta
Gruta Hotel Arequipa
Gruta Arequipa

Frequently asked questions

How close is La Gruta to the airport?

La Gruta is 5.6 mi (22-min drive) away from the Arequipa (AQP-Rodriguez Ballon Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at La Gruta?

As of Aug 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at La Gruta on Aug 31, 2026 start from $83, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does La Gruta have an airport shuttle?

La Gruta offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of PEN 30 per person, one-way.

Does La Gruta offer free breakfast?

La Gruta offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at La Gruta?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at La Gruta?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at La Gruta?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does La Gruta have a pool?

La Gruta does not have a pool.

Does La Gruta have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does La Gruta have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is La Gruta to downtown Arequipa?

La Gruta is 0.8 mi away from Arequipa.

La Gruta Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Linda Rosmeri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable

Muy buen servicio, limpio y tranquilo.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

carolina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

recomendable

lo recomiendo, limpio y buen desayuno; no esta en el centro pero los taxis siempre estan disponibles y son economicos, de todas maneras me volveria alojar aca
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good

Nice folks. A little far to walk at night. Breakfast was mediocre.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pablo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

MUY BUENO

Todo extraordinario. la limpieza, la ubicacion la tranquilidad de la zona, la amabilidad del personal
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice hotel

Love the hotel,my wife & I stayed for 5 days in Arequipa. The hotel is located in the residential area & it is so quiet. Receptionist she is very nice & pleasant when we check in. Will come back for sure to stay next year.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excelente

Estuvo todo muy bien!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cait

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best place I stayed in Peru

Everything was very clean, well kept, well organized
Verified review

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good place to stay in Arequipa

Situated at about 20in walking distance from the Main Square (Plaza de Armas), the hotel is offering nice rooms, clean, quiet, with secured parking space. Staff was friendly and helpful. Good value for money.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Trés bien situé par rapport au centre historique

Hôtel correct, personnel souriant disponible, installation de bon goùt
Verified review

8/10 Good

Omar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Un hotel para descansar

Es un hotel pequeno y muy comodo, las habitaciones son amplias y muy comodas
Verified review

8/10 Good

ulf jansson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
fint och lungt läge.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Johanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

A bit spartan. Clean, well-priced, well-located.

The hotel arranged a transfer from the airport for my 6:30 AM arrival. I had been traveling for 24 hours and it was great to go directly to my room and get a little shut-eye. It was a garden room which, later on, meant that it was noisy because there was a day-long meeting going on in the Garden. But I got several hours' sleep before the decibel level went up so I was able to use the day to sight-see. The noise didn't really bother me until late afternoon, when I returned and tried to take another nap. The staff was most accommodating in giving me tips for getting about and in arranging a cab to the airport the next morning. The wifi did not reach to my room ( a circumstance not that unusual in Peruvian hotels, I learned). It's a bit spartan, but it's a f placeine for someone on a budget.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The Gruta Hotel

The location of this hotel is very peacefull. Rooms are quite old, need remodelation.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Pilar

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ANA MARIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excelente, buena ubicación, seguro y confiable

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019