Meliá Hotels International, the leading hotel chain in Spain, is strengthening its presence in Latin America with a strategic move that positions it in one of the world's most important cultural destinations. The company has announced the opening of the Hotel Cusco La Paccha Affiliated by Meliá on January 1, 2026, its first property in the historic capital of the Inca Empire and its fourth in Peru.
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Located at an altitude of over 3.400 meters, in the city of Cusco, World Heritage Site by the UNESCO And as a gateway to Machu Picchu, this new project underlines Meliá's commitment to destinations of great cultural and tourist value.
A New Landmark in the Historic Heart
The hotel, formerly known as Xima Exclusive CuscoIt is strategically located next to the ornamental fountain. The Paccha of Pumaq ChupanJust 10 minutes from the Plaza de Armas, its prime location offers travelers an immediate immersion in the city's rich culture, surrounded by colonial churches, museums (such as the nearby Qoricancha Museum), and vibrant markets. Furthermore, its proximity to the San Pedro train station provides easy access to the legendary Inca citadel of [unspecified location]. Machu Picchu.
Inspired by traditional Cusco architecture, the establishment's design blends colonial style with a contemporary approach. It revolves around a large central courtyardwhich serves as a source of natural light and a meeting point, adorned with native plants that provide an atmosphere of serenity.
With 167 fully equipped roomsThe hotel promises a comprehensive experience with a restaurant, bar, spa, and a dedicated event space.
Gabriel Escarrer, President and CEO of Meliá Hotels International, stated: “Throughout 2025, we have added ten new projects in Latin America and the Caribbean, thus consolidating the momentum of an ambitious expansion plan in the region.”
Consolidation of the Lima-Cusco Tourist Axis
The addition of the Hotel Cusco La Paccha is key for Meliá, as it completes its presence in the country's most emblematic tourist area: Lima–CuscoThis strategic circuit allows the chain to offer a complete experience to the traveler, combining the cosmopolitan sophistication of Lima (where Meliá Lima and INNSiDE Lima Miraflores already operate, and is preparing the future Casa de la Pila, a member of Meliá Collection) with the ancestral heritage of the ancient Inca capital.
Gabriel Escarrer, President and CEO of Meliá Hotels InternationalHe highlighted the regional expansion: “Throughout 2025, we have added ten new projects in Latin America and the Caribbean, thus consolidating the momentum of an ambitious expansion plan in the region. This strategy... reaffirms our commitment to a high-quality hotel offering across the continent.”
For its part, Carolina Morillas, representative of the establishment's ownersHe expressed his confidence in the alliance: “We are confident that this alliance will allow us to position the hotel as a benchmark in Cusco, offering an authentic and high-quality experience that connects deeply with the local culture.”
