Luxury hotels and fine dining restaurants in Peru

Holidays in Peru  

Undoubtedly a destination for adventures and explorers, holidays in Peru immerse visitors in everything from tropical rainforest to arid plains, from the Amazon river to the Andes. While its capital Lima is a modern megacity, arguably emblematic of a fast-growing country on the move, its countryside is otherwise sparsely populated, with vast swathes of unspoiled countryside, mountains and jungle landscapes, lending it the sense of feeling undiscovered. 

That’s just one of the paradoxes of Peru–for this is a land that has been occupied for millennia, with historians able to trace South American cultures that stretch back to more than 10,000 BC, including the Caral-Supe civilization, Nazca culture and Wari and Tiwanaku empires, the kingdom of Cusco and the Incas. All that makes three centuries or so of Spanish rule, from the 16^th to the 19^th centuries, feel like a relatively modern historical blip.  

Discover our best luxury hotels in Peru   

Our luxury hotels in Peru give travelers the option of visiting Lima, other ancient cities such as Arequipa and Cusco, the Sacred Valley of the Incas, at altitudes as high as 12,500 feet (3,800 meters), or deep in the heart of the Amazon basin. Our hotels in Peru and standalone restaurants represent a full spectrum of heritage, culture and architectural styles that reflect the country’s long and complex history. They take up residence in former monasteries, Belle Epoque pavilions, Spanish-style haciendas and rustic villas–some of them centuries old–alongside more contemporary surrounds and even luxurious river boats. 

On the menu: fine dining restaurants in Peru  

Our gastronomic restaurants in Peru draw inspiration from the country’s traditions and rich biodiversity, taking guests on a journey through its regional flavors and styles mixed with the influences of its multi-cultural past. While paying tribute to tradition, our fine dining restaurants in Peru present contemporary dishes–some beautifully styled, avant-garde creations, others more rustic yet refined choices. Throughout, our kitchens pride themselves on forging close connections with local producers, so every ingredient is locally sourced, in season and a celebration of authentic flavor–think crayfish ceviche, grilled avocado and fava bean chowder. Expect to pair your meals with wines from throughout South America as well as Old World European options. 

Outdoor adventures from our luxury hotels in Peru  

Our boutique hotels in Peru offer a bucket list of unforgettable experiences, whether you’re into nature, history and archaeology, seeking a culinary immersion or want to explore contemporary arts and culture. For nature, what could be more spectacular than visiting the Amazon rainforest, home to one-third of all known plant and animal species, or the natural paradise and flooded forest of Pacaya Samiria National Reserve, where you can spot pink dolphins?  

As hard as that sounds to top, perhaps Lake Titicaca matches up? This 3 million-year-old lake, reached via high-altitude plains, is home to flamingos and vicuñas, surrounded by landscapes filled with wind-sculpted rock formations and ruined temples. Bridging nature and history, it has to be Machu Picchu, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, located high in the Sacred Valley of the Incas amid tropical surrounds. Take a flight over the Andes’ snow-capped peaks, or visit the quarries where the volcanic white rock–sillar–that gives Arequipan buildings their distinctive white sheen is mined. Ask the concierge teams at our boutique hotels in Peru for their advice on how best to tick off your priority attractions. 

Discover the Spanish heritage and contemporary attractions of Lima and Arequipa: enchanting colonnaded squares, vibrant markets, cloistered streets, historic chapels and monasteries, or charming, buzzing neighborhoods filled with independent shops and places to eat and drink. Some chefs at our luxury hotels in Peru offer guided tours of food markets where you can participate in coffee-tasting sessions, learn how to make the perfect ceviche or taste unusual fruits. Immerse yourself in contemporary Latin-American art and culture by exploring the cities’ best galleries and museums. Some of our hotels in Peru even have their own extensive art collections, with in-house curators who can guide you through the paintings, sculptures and photographs. 

Fighting the good fight: Relais & Châteaux in Peru 

 Responsible travel in Peru is at the heart of our global collection of luxury hotels and restaurants. With the Amazon on the doorstep of our eco hotels in Peru, our environmental responsibilities are front and center–both in terms of reducing our impact on the local environment and playing an active role in protecting the Andes and jungle by supporting scientific research and ensuring that all agricultural produce we source has a low- or zero-carbon origin that has not been produced at the expense of the precious ecosystems here. Many of our luxury hotels in Peru also support local community development, providing education or spreading the message about sustainable agriculture.  

Our family-run 5 star hotels in Peru will ensure your time in this magical country is truly unforgettable, with a warm welcome, attentive service and personalized suggestions on how you can best use your time here.