Casa Andina Select Arequipa
A modern hotel on the Plaza de Armas, with a rooftop pool and terrace facing the Cathedral.
- Address: Portal de Flores 116, Plaza de Armas, Cercado, Arequipa
- District: Historic center (Cercado), on the Plaza de Armas
- Category: upscale
Casa Andina Select Arequipa sits directly on the Plaza de Armas at Portal de Flores 116, under the colonial arcades a few steps from the Basilica Cathedral. Its 58 contemporary rooms, Superior Queen and Superior Twin, are air-conditioned and sit above ground-floor shops and the hotel's own restaurant and lobby. The standout feature is the rooftop terrace and pool, with a straight-on view of the Cathedral's twin towers, one of the most photographed vantage points in the city. La Plaza Bar & Grill has a terrace overlooking the square, where drinks are also served, and the hotel adds a fitness center, a sauna and a spa with massage treatments. The reception is open 24 hours. Breakfast is served in the ground-floor restaurant, with rooftop tables available overlooking the Cathedral. The location puts the Monastery of Santa Catalina, museums and the square's restaurants within a short walk in any direction, and the airport is about 10 minutes away.
Why we chose it
- The only hotel in our selection actually on the Plaza de Armas, under the historic arcades.
- A rooftop pool with a direct view of the Cathedral, a rare feature in the city center.
- Modern, recently updated rooms in a building surrounded by centuries of history.
Highlights
- Directly on the Plaza de Armas, under the colonial arcades
- Rooftop pool and terrace facing the Basilica Cathedral
- 58 contemporary air-conditioned rooms
- Fitness center, sauna and spa with massage treatments
- La Plaza Bar & Grill, with a terrace over the square
- 24-hour reception and about 10 minutes to the airport
Ideal for
- travelers who want to be right on the Plaza de Armas
- guests who value a rooftop pool and city views
- short stays where walking to the main sights matters most
- photographers who love the Cathedral's twin towers
Practical information
- Good to know
- The hotel is at Portal de Flores 116, on the Plaza de Armas. It has a 24-hour reception and is about 10 minutes from the Arequipa airport.
- Tips
- Take a drink or a meal on the rooftop to see the Cathedral lit at dusk.
Frequently asked questions
Is Casa Andina Select Arequipa really on the Plaza de Armas?
Yes. It sits under the colonial arcades directly on the main square, a few steps from the Basilica Cathedral.
Does the hotel have a pool?
Yes, a rooftop pool and terrace with a view of the Cathedral's twin towers.
How many rooms does the hotel have?
58 contemporary, air-conditioned rooms, in Superior Queen and Superior Twin types.
Is there a gym or spa on site?
Yes. A fitness center, a sauna and a spa offering massage and body treatments.
Where can I eat or have a drink?
La Plaza Bar & Grill has a terrace overlooking the Plaza de Armas, and breakfast is served in the ground-floor restaurant, with rooftop tables available.
How far is the hotel from the airport?
About 10 minutes by car.