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Rio Sagrado, A Belmond Hotel, Sacred Valley
Urubamba, Peru · Belmond · Grand Luxury
When it opened in 2009 on the banks of the sacred Urubamba River, Rio Sagrado became the first hotel in the Sacred Valley to install a solar-heated outdoor swimming pool — its 23 stone-and-adobe structures designed to resemble a traditional Andean village, set in the valley the Incas regarded as the bread basket of their empire.
- 23 rooms
- Opened 2009
- Rooms from 452 sq ft (42 m²)
About Rio Sagrado, A Belmond Hotel, Sacred Valley
- Its own train station connects directly to the Belmond Hiram Bingham service bound for Machu Picchu, so guests can roll straight from breakfast onto the rails.
- Shaman ceremonies sit on the activity list alongside kayaking on the Urubamba and horseback rides into the terraced hills.
- MICHELIN awarded the hotel a One Key rating in 2025, alongside a Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star nod.
- Entry-level rooms start at 452 sq ft (42 m²).
History
Designed to resemble a rural Peruvian village built organically over time, Rio Sagrado opened in April 2009 and was acquired by Orient-Express Hotels in December of the same year. It was the first hotel in the Sacred Valley to use solar power. The low-lying stone and adobe structures follow the contours of the Urubamba River and the surrounding terraced hillsides, blending so organically into the landscape that visitors often mistake it for a traditional Andean settlement.
The setting
Located along the banks of the sacred Urubamba River in the Sacred Valley of the Incas, 75km from Cusco. Surrounded by ancient Inca terracing, the valley was considered the bread basket of the Inca Empire. 4 km from Mercado de Urubamba market.
Restaurants and bars
- El Huerto Restaurant — Restaurant · Peruvian
- Bar Vista — Bar
- Muju — Restaurant · Authentic Andean
- El Jardín — Restaurant · Al fresco BBQs
Experiences
- Wellness programmes and Andean rituals — Bespoke wellness programmes tailored to each guest at Mayu Willka Spa on the riverfront, plus authentic Andean rituals and active pursuits in nature.
- Pachamanca Experiences — Pachamanca, a traditional Andean earth-oven meal, offered as an experience at the hotel.
- Al fresco BBQs at El Jardín — Outdoor barbecues served at El Jardín.
- Botanical cocktails at Muju Bar — Cocktails with botanical ingredients served at Muju Bar.
- Complimentary bicycles — Four complimentary bicycles are available on the property and must be reserved at least 24 hours in advance.
- Campfire — Campfire gatherings listed among the hotel's features.
Amenities
- Pool with Sacred Valley views
- Spa
- Yoga pavilion
- Kayaking on the Urubamba River
- Horseback riding
- Solar-powered facility
- Train station access (Belmond Hiram Bingham stops nearby)
- Infinity pool
- Sauna
- Hot tub
- Pet-friendly
Awards
- MICHELIN One Key (2026)
- Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star
- Travel + Leisure recommended
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