One of the best-equipped hotels in Arequipa, a large, contemporary construction of sillar (white volcanic stone), very well located and with a full complement of facilities and services to host both good-sized groups as well as business and independent travelers. Though just a 6-block walk to the Plaza de Armas and Santa Catalina Convent, the hotel is in a safe and relaxed neighborhood removed from the bustle of Arequipa?s busy bars and heaviest downtown traffic. With a 4th-floor terrace and clear views of El Misti volcano, it?s perfect for enjoying Arequipa?s ever-present sunshine. Location The hotel is located just 6 blocks ? a 5-minute walk ? from the Plaza de Armas and a 15-minute taxi ride from the Arequipa airport. Only 2 blocks from the concentration of Arequipa?s finest restaurants and near relaxing parks, the picturesque Yanahuara district, and within easy walking distance of Arequipa?s top sights and shopping. Arequipa is 1,020 km (635 mi) south of Lima & 300 km (185 mi) southwest of Puno/Lake Titicaca. It can be reached on daily flights of an hour or less from Lima, Juliaca (Puno) & Cusco. Arequipa is less than 3 hours from Colca Canyon, Peru?s astounding ?Valley of Wonders.