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Arequipa's 1540 monastery, the same year the city was founded, is the soulful setting for Cirqa: 11 rooms with high-vaulted ceilings, stone corridors, and an inner courtyard garden. The design honours rather than erases the building's origins; hand-carved stone and colonial tilework are preserved throughout. A genuinely beautiful and considered stay in one of South America's most interesting cities.
Arequipa's 1540 monastery, the same year the city was founded, is the soulful setting for Cirqa: 11 rooms with high-vaulted ceilings, stone corridors, and an inner courtyard garden. The design honours rather than erases the building's origins; hand-carved stone and colonial tilework are preserved throughout. A genuinely beautiful and considered stay in one of South America's most interesting cities.
a long weekend, a week
An 1540 monastery, the same year the city was founded. Eleven rooms.
almost local, culture vultures, slow travel
9:15 AM
There’s a generous buffet in the salon every morning – you can go for cake and yoghurt, or order à la carte with pancakes and fresh berries.
10:25 AM
You get a real feel for the city’s pace here. Don’t forget to check out the Arequipa portals and their neo-Renaissance architecture. You’ll also spot some lovely local boutiques and street vendors.
1:00 PM
This one’s all about word of mouth. Everything here is organic, with Peruvian dishes cooked using local ingredients. Ask for a cooked Peruvian potato with a spicy salad on the side – simple, bold, and full of flavour.
2:50 PM
Back at the hotel, there’s a very nice heated plunge pool. Take some time to read a book – or, snoozes are welcome.
6:40 PM
Rendez vous at El Techo de CIRQA, the hotel’s rooftop inspired by old picanterías (traditional lunchtime spots in Peru). Here, you can order a cocktail, Peruvian style, and take in the best view of the volcanoes.
8:30 PM
Inside or out, there’s always a fire crackling somewhere to keep things cosy and warm. Under Chef María Fé García, the food is an ode to Peruvian cuisine, with a modern twist.
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Far-reaching, high-vaulted ceilings.
2pers.
40 - 50m2
There’s a sweet reading area.
2pers.
31 - 36m2
You can feel the originality of the monk’s chambers.
2pers.
19 - 21m2
concierge
complimentaryRoom service
daily servicing
Treatment rooms
Restaurant
Spa
Bicycles
Calle Sucre 104, 04001 Arequipa, Peru
3:00 PM / 11:00 AM
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Andean Group crafts immersive stays that preserve Andean heritage while supporting communities and sustainable tourism.
They used original sillar stone (local volcanic rock), preserving Arequipa’s architecture and reducing the need for new materials.
The hotel champions local artisans and farmers by sourcing its food, furniture, and décor nearby.
