Yanahuara Travel Guide

Arequipa

Photo by James Pinkney
Photo by James Pinkney
Photo by James Pinkney
Photo by James Pinkney
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Photo by Rich Barton
Photo by Luis Rodriguez
Photo by Luis Rodriguez

Popular places to visit

Arequipa Plaza de Armas

Arequipa Plaza de Armas

You can learn about the history of Arequipa with a trip to Arequipa Plaza de Armas. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Arequipa Plaza de Armas
Santa Catalina Monastery

Santa Catalina Monastery

You can learn about the history of Arequipa with a visit to Santa Catalina Monastery. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Santa Catalina Monastery
Arequipa Cathedral

Arequipa Cathedral

You can learn about the history of Arequipa when you stop by Arequipa Cathedral. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Arequipa Cathedral

Yanahuara Plaza

Explore the great outdoors at Yanahuara Plaza, a lovely green space in Arequipa. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Yanahuara Plaza

Yanahuara Viewpoint

Learn about the local history of Arequipa when you take a trip to Yanahuara Viewpoint.

Yanahuara Viewpoint

Catholic University of Santa Maria

Explore the campus of Catholic University of Santa Maria during your stay in Arequipa. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Catholic University of Santa Maria

Things to do

Sillar Route and Culebrillas Petroglyphs

Sillar Route and Culebrillas Petroglyphs

£13
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sillar Route and Culebrillas Petroglyphs
Rock Climbing, Outdoor Experience in Arequipa

Rock Climbing Arequipa in Valle de Chilina

£29
per adult
Rock Climbing Arequipa in Valle de Chilina
MAGICAL COLCA 2 DAYS AND 1 NIGHT

2-Day Tour to the Magical Colca Canyon

£62
per adult
2-Day Tour to the Magical Colca Canyon
Condor the biggest bird in Colca Canyon

Full Day Trip to Colca Canyon from Arequipa

£41
per adult
Full Day Trip to Colca Canyon from Arequipa
From Arequipa: Salinas Lagoon Full-Day Trip with Hot Springs

From Arequipa: Salinas Lagoon Full-Day Trip with Hot Springs

£36
per adult
From Arequipa: Salinas Lagoon Full-Day Trip with Hot Springs
Colca canyon full day + buffet lunch

Colca canyon full day + buffet lunch

£29
per adult
Colca canyon full day + buffet lunch
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Top hotels in Yanahuara

Hotel La Casona del Olivo Arequipa

Hotel La Casona del Olivo Arequipa

3 out of 5
Calle Alfonso Ugarte No. 400, (Esquina Cuesta del Olivo), Yanahuara, Arequipa, Arequipa
The price is £34 per night from 15 Aug to 16 Aug
£34
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Arequipa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Arequipa Plaza de Armas and Yanahuara ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (8 reviews)
"The service is exceptional and the room service and the staff incredible specially Evelyn she was so nice to us."

Reviewed on 16 Jun 2025

Hotel La Casona del Olivo Arequipa
Posada Nueva España

Posada Nueva España

3 out of 5
Calle Antiquilla 106, Yanahuara, Arequipa, Arequipa
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Arequipa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Arequipa Plaza de Armas and Monasterio ...
9/10 Wonderful! (96 reviews)
Helpful owner
"Spacious room, convenient location, good breakfast on the patio, but most of all, the owner is incredibly helpful. He arranged for our laundry to be cleaned on short notice, he gave us a lot of advice on what to see and where to eat. He also arranged a driver to take us to Colca canyon. So ..."

Reviewed on 21 May 2025

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Posada Nueva España
La Maison d'Elise

La Maison d'Elise

3 out of 5
Av. Bolognesi 104, Yanahuara, Arequipa, Arequipa
The price is £66 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
£66
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Arequipa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Arequipa Plaza de Armas and Monasterio de la Recoleta ...
"The service is excellent. The location is great, between downtown and Yanahuara. The staff kept it very clean and the food was great."

Reviewed on 25 Sep 2023

La Maison d'Elise
Hampton by Hilton Arequipa

Hampton by Hilton Arequipa

4 out of 5
Calle Puente Grau 205, Arequipa
The price is £82 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
£82
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Arequipa. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Arequipa Plaza de Armas ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (80 reviews)
"Simple but solid property, pleasant and helpful staff, breakfast was great, well located, room was comfortable but lacked much of a view, comfortable and clean. I enjoyed my time overall and would return given the opportunity in the future."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

Hampton by Hilton Arequipa
qema Arequipa

qema Arequipa

3 out of 5
Calle Jerusalen 606, Arequipa, Arequipa
The price is £25 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
£25
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Arequipa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Arequipa Plaza de Armas and Puente ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)
"The pool area with a treehouse and a suspended bed. The staff was great, we arrived early and they placed us in their Cinema & Library until the receptionist arrived. Staff was helpful with any questions and assistance we needed."

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2025

qema Arequipa
QASA Arequipa by Nomad

QASA Arequipa by Nomad

3.5 out of 5
C. Álvarez Thomas, 300A, Arequipa, Arequipa
The price is £53 per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
£53
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Arequipa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Arequipa Plaza de Armas and Casona Editora ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (76 reviews)
"Amazing"

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

QASA Arequipa by Nomad
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Other neighbourhoods around Yanahuara

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Vallecito

While there might not be top attractions in Vallecito, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Umacollo Stadium and Museum of Andean Sanctuaries.

Vallecito
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Historical Center

4.5/5(10 area reviews)

Unique features of Historical Center include the mountain views and historical sites. Make a stop by Museum of Andean Sanctuaries or Arequipa Plaza de Armas while you're exploring the area.

Historical Center
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San Lázaro

When in San Lázaro, you can plan a visit to Santa Catalina Monastery and Arequipa Cathedral, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

San Lázaro
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Chilina

When in Chilina, you can plan a visit to Yanahuara Plaza and Santa Catalina Monastery, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Chilina
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Huaranguillo

When in Huaranguillo, you can plan a visit to Casa Goyeneche and Umacollo Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Huaranguillo
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Sachaca

When in Sachaca, you can plan a visit to Casa Goyeneche and Umacollo Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Sachaca

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