CIRQA
Arequipa, Arequipa and Colca Canyon, Peru
At a Glance
Converted 16th Century building with original high vaulted ceilings
- Just 11 guestrooms, each in keeping with the style of the property
Member of the prestigious Relais & Chateaux hotel portfolio
- Beautiful central patio area with firepits, seating and a plunge pool
WiFi hotspots available to all guests so you can stay connected as you explore Arequipa
- Fantastic location within easy walking distance of the main plaza
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Best time to Visit
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The dry season from June to September may be the best time to visit Arequipa. However, Arequipa enjoys over 300 days of sunny blue skies per year so you can visit and enjoy the many activities and sightseeing opportunities of the city and its surroundings all year long. Make sure to bring some warm clothes as the nights can be rather cold.
Every August 15th there is a city-wide party celebrating Arequipa´s founder, Garcí Manuel de Carbajal. It is a great time to see Arequipa and mingle with the locals.
Call us on 020 3993 9308 to start planning your holiday to CIRQA or take a look at our itineraries to Peru
Description
Set in the historic city of Arequipa in the south of Peru, Cirqa sits on the site of an ancient monastery dating back to 1540 and still retains many of its original features. Just one block from the main plaza, Cirqa enjoys a great central location.
Converted from a beautiful 16th Century building, this striking hotel is located just one block away from Arequipa's main square and boasts incredible views overlooking the cathedral and snow-capped volcano Misti. Cirqa is the perfect base from which to explore the city on foot, and is within easy reach of a number of restaurants, fascinating museums and the Santa Catalina monastery which is amongst the city's highlights.
The eleven comfortable rooms are centred around two patios which provide a lovely space in which to unwind, boasting seating, dining space, firepits and even a plunge pool in one. There is also a small spa on site where guests can indulge in a spoiling massage treatment. The rooftop has been converted into an organic garden and restaurant terrace.
The hotel design is true to its historic setting while reflecting modern touches, boasting high-vaulted ceilings, brick archways and beautiful wooden shutters alongside sparkling standalone bathtubs, wireless speakers, smart TVs and complimentary WiFi.
Accommodation
Cirqa boasts just 11 guestrooms, each decorated in sophisticated muted tones blending modern with traditional style. All rooms come with air-conditioning, heating, smart TVs, wireless speakers, complimentary WiFi and complimentary snacks.
Facilities
Facilities at Cirqa include a restaurant and dining room, a roof terrace, a small spa, outdoor lounge space and a plunge pool.
Activities
Arequipa has a lovely setting surrounded by three volcanoes and is a good destination to visit before or after a trip to the Colca Canyon. The city has a wealth of mansions, churches, shady plazas and the central Plaza de Armas, one of the most beautiful squares in Peru, with an impressive cathedral. Two of the sites not to be missed include the tranquil Convent of Santa Catalina, a whole village in itself and the Santuarios Andinos museum, which houses the famous Juanita Inca mummy.
Holiday Ideas
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Extraordinary Peru
Lima, Paracas, Arequipa, Colca Canyon, Cusco, Lima
from £5300 pp inc flights & transfers for 12 nights
- Discover the origins of Peru’s famous cuisine and dine out at some of Latin America’s most celebrated restaurants in Lima
- See penguins in the morning, visit an oasis in the desert at lunch and sand board down huge dunes before sunset
- Wander the cobbled streets and colourful alleys of Arequipa flanked by spectacular volcanoes and witness the mighty Andean Condor swooping through the skies of the impressive Colca Canyon
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Extraordinary Peru
Lima, Paracas, Arequipa, Colca Canyon, Cusco, Lima
from £5300 pp inc flights & transfers for 12 nights
- Discover the origins of Peru’s famous cuisine and dine out at some of Latin America’s most celebrated restaurants in Lima
- See penguins in the morning, visit an oasis in the desert at lunch and sand board down huge dunes before sunset
- Wander the cobbled streets and colourful alleys of Arequipa flanked by spectacular volcanoes and witness the mighty Andean Condor swooping through the skies of the impressive Colca Canyon
Location & directions
Arequipa, Arequipa and Colca Canyon, Peru
Cirqa is located just a short walk from Arequipa's main plaza, in the heart of its compact colonial centre.
How to get there
Arequipa is a 1-hour 30-minute flight from Lima and a 1-hour flight from Cuzco. A slow train is also available. From the airport it's a further 30-minute drive to Cirqa.
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