Name: Refugio de Santiago Ecolodge
Address: Calle Real #33, Anexo de Paullo Km. 31, Lunahuana, Lunahuana, Lunahuana, 15727, Peru
Rating: 9

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Refugio de Santiago Ecolodge

Lunahuana

Fabulous place to escape the noise of the city, lots of peace and quiet. The menu is very rich, vast and varied, freshness in every bite. The rooms and beds are very comfortable. Don Fernando and his staff are great and friendly hosts, and they will recommend places and places to visit to get the most out of your stay. The entire exterior invites you to stay longer to contemplate the majesty of the hills that protect and surround Lunahuana. I will surely return in my next opportunity. I recommend that for breakfast, you personally bring some fruit and things you like, accompany it with bread, since breakfast bread is fresh and abundant. I recommend traveling light to climb the stairs.

Peaceful and calming stay

First of all, THE FOOD IS AMAAAZING. Even by Lima's culinary standards, the restaurant would stand out. We ate ceviche of local trout which was delicious. The homemade smoked trout was definitely a favorite. Salads were all great, very fresh. The duck with chicha morada sauce and creamy quinoa was also a knock-out (newsflash: everyone just put cream in the quinoa, it's like a risotto, but better), and the tacu-tacu was phenomenal too. You really can't go wrong unless you plan on only one meal here. Two was barely enough for us. Cocktails were also top-notch. Excellent pisco sours (not overly sweet) and interesting variations: tuna sour (tuna the fruit) and chicha morada sour (purple corn) which was my favorite -- rich and nutty, almost cocoa flavor -- and which I have never seen anywhere else.

The Ecolodge itself is a beautiful rural oasis on a hill overlooking the town (village?) of Paullo -- it's a retreat in every sense. We were visiting Peru from the US and wanted to spend a few days in Lunahuana doing some sport and sightseeing, so we only stayed one night but we were super happy with our stay though, and only wished it could have been longer. 

The setting is idyllic but a little rustic. However beautiful, this is not an upscale, manicured boutique hotel, but it's so much the better for it. The garden is cultivated with fruits and vegetables and herbs, with special emphasis those that are local and indigenous (and some that have been "forgotten") and there's a little pool that's perfect for an afternoon dip. Had we known our plans more in advance, we definitely would have made time to just come and relax here -- and learn some botany! -- and if I were living in Lima, this would be a frequent getaway to come and unplug. That said, cellular service is spotty and there isn't abundant wi-fi, but ideally you're coming here for precisely those reasons. 

The host, Fernando, and his team are all wonderful and generous. We were most in heaven when after dinner, with delicious flavors still in our mouths, they prepared a bonfire for us in the courtyard outside our rooms and delivered us piscos and beers all the way from the bar -- so, it's "rustic," in one sense, but not without accommodations to make sure we were really enjoying our time and being taken care of. 

For about $75-80/night, it felt like great value and we would definitely recommend!

Charming oasis & the best food in the valley

We arrived at the end of the night from Lima. We were a group of friends with our children stoping for the night in our way to Nor Yauyos. The parking was spacious for all nine vehicles. The bags were carried by the parking boy all the way to the rooms. You would have to climb the stairs from the parking lot to the hotel similar to climbing to the 4th floor of a building. 

Fernando, the host and owner, was very charming and generous with his time and knowledge of the history and the plants he cultivates in the property. He invite me a shot of pisco and I had a wonderful dinner. We enjoyed a fireplace before bed time and our children were happy to run around the gardens. 

Next morning, breakfast is at 8:00am because the local bread arrives at that time. We had a very good night sleep and enjoyed our breakfast before departure. The mosquitos could be overwhelming before sunset. 

The shower of room A4 could have more pressure with the hot water but it is ok. The people that help around are happy to work there and they are just wonderful. I would return to enjoy the stay in this hotel. The food is great and the people are friendly and helpful.

Great Host in a Secluded Garden

Overall good value. Excellent dinner menu, and breakfast was quite nice with fresh-made bread, tasty coffee and juice. The garden is beautiful and a wonderful spot to read, stroll, relax. Power went out in the town while we were there so they cooked us dinner by candlelight and then made a little bonfire to sit by, was super pleasant and kind given the circumstance. I feel bad for not remembering the owner's name but he was extremely generous with his time to give us a tour of the garden and an amazing variety of plants he's cultivated there. There's a little trail for a small trek out back. Overall this place was great value for a short and relaxing visit, would definitely recommend.

Lovely garden and great food!

What a great place. Private parking, security, beautiful vistas, lots of trees and fruits. Upon our arrival, we were greeted by the porter, who took our bags up the 50-some stairs to the property location (yes...you should let him help you!). The outer-patio is beautiful, with brick and stone-work, and views of the valley and river below. Walking through an arch, you enter the main grounds of the property, which has tables and sun-shades set up right next to the kitchen (although, they are building a brand-new one which I'm told should be done by December). Plenty of room for the kids to run around, fruit trees in abundance, and a pool for the family to splash around in. At night, they set campfires at two different places, and you can socialize and roast s'mores (you'll need to provide the ingredients). Rooms are specious, good bathrooms (hot water), and great beds (actually comfortable). They have dogs (especially friendly), cats, chickens, and geese on property, plus all the flower and fruit trees. It's amazing. This is an excellent establishment that has lots of history...just ask the owner, Fernando. He's a wealth of information, and is very easy to strike up a conversation with (in English or Spanish) . The cooks are wonderful, the food is great, and the rooms are cleaned daily. I would totally stay here again, and would certainly recommend this place to anyone wanting to re-connect with their spirit, their family, or just take in the fresh air and beautiful views.

Relaxing property secluded from noise and cellular coverage

We stayed here for the night with family and booked a room for 6 to find a room with a double and 3 singles.  When we asked there was no sixth bed so we had 2 kids top and tail!  The setting is beautiful, it is rough but it is an eco lodge after all.  The part we could not stand was the bugs we got bitten all over and with bites that last 3 weeks.  Through the night it rained and we woke to a major leak dripping on our bed.   We loved the garden and plant collection the owner walked us through but because of the bugs   found it hard to be outside and enjoy.  The breakfast was simple but good.  Overall a rough night and stay. 

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