This establishment caters to the older, well-heeled clientele primarily on tour groups. For the budget-minded traveler, opt for a room in the tourist town of Aguas Calientes located at the base of the mountain. My spacious room had three twin beds, a marble bathroom, and lovely views of the mountains and town below. Given the opportunity, be sure to check out the rooms before deciding on the one you want. In Cuzco, I stayed at the Casa Grande Hospedaje Familiar , located two blocks from Plaza de Armas at Santa Catalina Ancha No. 353.
Hot water is hard to come by day or night in the budget establishments.
However, locals have informed me that the entire water supply in Cuzco is shut off every night around 7pm. Restaurants Restaurants and cafes are plentiful in Lima, Cuzco and Aguas Calientes. Stock up on food supplies in Aguas Calientes prior to hopping on the bus to Machu Picchu. In the park, there are only two options and both are expensive. The in-house restaurant located at the Hotel Machu Picchu Ruinas, or the snack bar on the terrace consisting of sandwiches, beverages and assorted junk food.