I was recently staying at the hotel and all accomodations were fine for the most part. I was walking back from downtown with 3 friends and we were within 1 block of the hotel when a taxi violently mugged me. My body was dragged behind the car before I was able to get away. Apparently this type of mugging is... More

The pluses for La Gruta are its helpful staff and its quiet location within walking distance of the city's main attractions, including the Santa Catalina convent. The minuses are that it feels quite spartan. The room I had was clean, but rather dark and uninviting. I arrived shortly after 7 AM, though, (the hotel arranged a transfer), and my room... More

My boyfriend and I stayed here our first night in Arequipa. It is tucked in a neighborhood cul de sac only a ten minute walk through a large public park, from historic Arequipa Plaza de Arms. We really enjoyed the sunny quiet gardens and large bright room. We stayed in one of the suites which was a great value. Queen... More

This place has a gorgeous garden and within 5 minutes of arrival we were watching the colibri (hummingbirds) zipping amongst the flowers. It's a haven away from the street noise, yet only a 15-minute stroll to the Plaza, cathedral and central area. Lovely rooms, great staff, and Arequipa is a beautiful city. More

Stayed 5 nights at La Gruta in a room with a comfortable queen size bed. The bathroom had dual flush toilet, sink, and large glass enclosed shower which was spotless. Sliding glass doors opened onto an enclosed grass patio with table and umbrella. Cactus and flowers surrounded the patio where we relaxed with a beer after a busy day of... More

A nice comfortable hotel with all services for the tired traveler! More

Quiet hotel with +/- 15 large rooms, provided with private toilet / bathroom and (mostly)private garden / balcony. Large beds and nicely warm water for a shower. All rooms are provided with (satellite)TV en refrigerator. Good European breakfast with fresh fruit (and juice), yoghurt and coffee / thea. There is also the oppertunity for a small lunch (provided requested). The... More

Clean rooms, friendly staff, great breakfast, gated..... what more could you want. It is a little pricey for normal peru hotels but worth every penny. More

We spent two weeks traveling around Peru, at times finding accommodations to be less than desirable/ a bit uncomfortable. We found La Gruta in our Lonely Planet and I can only say that it vastly exceeded our expectations. It was a great price and offered fantastic facilities. The staff was helpful and friendly. Upon returning to the U.S., we realized... More