While Cusco sits on top of the world in the Peruvian Andes, superior first-class Terra Andina Hotel sits elegantly and quietly in the historic center of the former capital of the Inca civilization.

“We couldn’t be prouder to have this recognition from former guests,” said the hotel’s director, Jesus Lopez.

“We have our whole Terra Andina family to thank for making each guest’s stay a memorable and personalized experience.

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The boutique property accommodates guests in 31 rooms: Standard, Superior, Deluxe and Suites. American breakfast is included in the hotel rates, and guests occupying Superior and Deluxe rooms can order a-la-carte breakfast at no extra cost. Fine dining is one of the pleasures of staying at Terra Andina Hotel, whose head chef and assistants have trained with chefs from Lima’s renowned Le Cordon Blue culinary school, together blending international techniques and traditions with Peruvian ingredients and specialties.

Social areas include a relaxing lounge where guests gather to chat, to browse a book from the library, sip coca tea or a pisco sour from the lobby bar.

Two complementary P.C.’s are available on the lounge-lobby level, and WI FI access is also available hotel-wide. Room rates for 2013 start at $149 per night.

Terra Andina Hotel, www.TerraAndinaHotel.com