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Cirqa

Location & practical

CIRQA in Arequipa’s historic centre

  • Eleven rooms around a sillar courtyard
  • Regional cooking in the Salón
  • Rooftop views towards Arequipa’s volcanoes
  • €410–715 / night
  • 11 rooms
  • Historic Centre

CIRQA occupies a former monastery in Arequipa’s historic centre. The hotel dates its original volcanic stone architecture to the city’s founding in 1540; the building has since been restored and adapted for eleven rooms around a central patio. Arequipa’s historic centre is on the UNESCO World Heritage List, and CIRQA has been a member of Relais & Châteaux since 2019.

The rooms make different use of the old building. Claustro is compact, with a queen bed; Aposento gives you more space to sit and read; Bóveda has the high stone ceilings and a freestanding bath. Contemporary furnishings sit comfortably among the sillar walls without competing with them.

The Salón serves cooking drawn from the traditions of Arequipa’s picanterías. There is a heated plunge pool in the patio, and El Techo de CIRQA looks across the rooftops towards the volcanoes. The hotel is a short walk from the Plaza de Armas and the Monasterio de Santa Catalina. At about 2,335 metres above sea level, it is sensible to leave room for a slower first day if you arrive from the coast.

Both the Salón and the rooftop welcome outside guests with a reservation.

  • Urban setting Historic Centre
  • Former religious building Historic setting
  • Restaurant
  • Pool

Rooms.

The Flânons choice

Which room would we choose?

Choose Bóveda for the original high stone vaults and a freestanding bath; Claustro is the simpler, smaller choice.

All 3 room types

Claustro

2 adults

19.2–20.8 m²

Walk in shower · Reading chair

The smallest category, with a queen bed and proportions drawn from the original monastic rooms.

Aposento

31.5–36.3 m²

Reading area · Walk in shower

More room to settle in, with a king or twin beds; the layout differs from room to room.

Bóveda

39.9–49.7 m²

Bathtub · Walk in shower · Sitting area · Vaulted ceiling

The most spacious category, beneath the original stone vaults, with a freestanding bath and king or twin beds.

Aposento rooms differ in layout. If a particular bed arrangement or easier access matters, ask the hotel to confirm the assigned room before arrival.

Good to know.

Location
Circa, Arequipa 04006, Peru
Open map & directions
Contact
cirqa.pe
Check-in & check-out
Check-in from 15:00, check-out by 11:00
Parking
The hotel does not publish a parking policy in the sources reviewed. Ask about access and parking before arriving by car.
Getting around
The historic centre is best explored on foot. Arrange an airport transfer or taxi for arrival with luggage.
Arriving
CIRQA is at Calle Sucre 104, Arequipa 04001, a short walk from the Plaza de Armas. Ask the concierge about an airport transfer. The hotel lists check in in the room as a guest service.
Pets
The hotel does not publish a pet policy in the sources reviewed. Confirm directly before bringing an animal.
Accessibility
Accessibility arrangements are not clearly published. The historic building has rooms and guest spaces on different levels; confirm access without steps and a suitable room directly with the hotel.
Travelling with children
Children are welcome. Ask the hotel about a cot or an additional bed when booking; room capacity varies by category.

Worth knowing

  • The quoted €410–€715 range is a guide to published starting rates across the three room categories, per room per night; dates and inclusions can change the final price.
  • Arequipa sits at about 2,335 metres above sea level. Allow an unhurried first afternoon if arriving from the coast.
  • Confirm pet and parking arrangements directly with the hotel before travel.
About this edit · 8 sources
  • CIRQA | Rooms Room categories, dimensions and published board packages. · Read 2026-10-25
  • CIRQA | Parador in Arequipa Former monastery, facilities and dining. · Read 2026-10-25
  • CIRQA Fact Sheet Heated plunge pool, check in in the room, and outside reservations for the Salón and rooftop. · Read 2026-10-25
  • CIRQA at Relais & Châteaux Membership since 2019 and address with postcode 04001. · Read 2026-10-25
  • Historical Centre of the City of Arequipa World Heritage listing of the historic centre since 2000; this is an area designation, not an individual hotel award. · Read 2026-10-25
  • Peru: Tourist services City altitude listed as 2,335 metres. · Read 2026-10-25
  • CIRQA Check in and check out times and euro starting rates by room category. · Read 2026-10-25
  • CIRQA Nutshell Published à la carte breakfast in the hotel’s stay packages. · Read 2026-10-25