Reviews of Backpacker La Bo'M
Calle Carmen Alto 283. San Blas., Cusco City Centre, Cusco, Peru
#33 of 292 hotels in Cusco
Guests' ChoiceReview score
Based on 215 hotel reviews
9.1Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
8.9
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Comfort
8.9
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Location
9.5
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Facilities
8.8
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Staff
9.7
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Value for money
9.2
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Free WiFi
9.1
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Reviewed: 9 June 2022
Ellen
Sweden32 reviews11 helpful votes8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bed in 5-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
No kitchen, and the breakfast did not live up to my expectations. My crepes were quite cold when I got them, and I would have wanted a few more. it’s quite a bit more expensive to stay here compared to other hostels in Cusco.
Really nice vibe, the staff was extremely friendly. The facilities was great, the bathrooms especially. In the evenings they lit the fireplace, which was really cozy.
Stayed in May 2022
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Reviewed: 6 June 2022
Charlie
United Kingdom3 reviews10“beautiful place, amazing staff, great breakfast, great vibes.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
beautiful interior design, great space to chill and hang out. immaculate vibes.
Stayed in May 2022
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Reviewed: 23 May 2022
Zak
United Kingdom40 reviews3 helpful votes10“Best hostel in Cusco”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bed in 5-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Comfortable beds that are bigger than other hostels Crepes for breakfast!
Stayed in May 2022
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Reviewed: 19 May 2022
Gauthier
France83 reviews17 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
free water was a plus amazing breakfast, unlimited crêpes personal is extremely nice
Stayed in May 2022
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Reviewed: 18 May 2022
Anita
Slovenia9 reviews8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bed in 5-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
The bathroom wasn't really clean.
The staff is very nice, cozy interior. Very rich and tasty breakfast. Location is great.
Stayed in April 2022
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Reviewed: 17 May 2022
Jarman
United Kingdom16 reviews1 helpful vote10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Crepes for breakfast, stylish rooms, felt lively and helpful staff.
Stayed in May 2022
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Reviewed: 3 May 2022
Renee
United States145 reviews26 helpful votes8.0“Great price and location”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bed in 5-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The room light was dim. My lower bunk bed was uncomfortable. I kept hitting my head on the bed above me. The small locker is tucked so deep into the bed space that it’s difficult to use and you can’t see inside of it because the light is blocked when you open the locker door. The sink water is ice cold.
Perfect location in San Blas district. Hot water for shower. Fireplace in common area. Super price. Nice courtyard with hammocks. Balconies for hanging towels to dry. If you’re French, you’ll be surrounded by the French!
Stayed in May 2022
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Reviewed: 30 April 2022
Natalia
Spain21 reviews2 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Single Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
The private bathroom is too small, so you barely fit.
Friendly staff. Confy common areas. Recommend it!
Stayed in April 2022
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Reviewed: 26 April 2022
Giovanella
Spain20 reviews1 helpful vote8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Single Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Noisy untill late. Rooms all give in to the courtyard.
Stayed in April 2022
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Reviewed: 25 April 2022
Ilias
Netherlands38 reviews7 helpful votes10“Beautiful space with amazing vibe and staff.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bed in 5-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The environment, the staff, the breakfast. everything!
Stayed in April 2022
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Reviewed: 11 March 2022
Raphaël
Canada3 reviews9.0Superb- • Solo traveller
- • Bed in 5-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Staff and breakfast , the localization , decoration nice vibe
Stayed in March 2022
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Reviewed: 8 February 2022
Kristina
Germany24 reviews10“Nice and cozy hostel to unwind from exhausting treks and enjoy the beautiful Cusco!”- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Bed in 5-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The rooms were small but had a lot of personal storage space and a small locker for the valuables. The rooms look out to a beautiful little patio. Breakfast was just perfect and the staff was really nice and helpful at all hours of the day. We really enjoyed our stay there and wished we could’ve stayed longer!
Stayed in February 2022
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Reviewed: 7 December 2021
Givens
United States3 reviews1 helpful vote8.0“Lovely, cozy French hostel in the heart of San Blas”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The bed threw out my back on the last night unfortunately:( and the room was quite cold in the evenings.
Great hostel! I liked the location, the decor, the staff and they had a vegan option with the included breakfast. The staff helped us order a taxi on the last day to the airport.
Stayed in December 2021
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Reviewed: 4 December 2021
Johanne
France58 reviews18 helpful votes8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 3 nights
The room is a bit small (but we saw the room with private bathroom, it looks amazing) and the toilets/showers are far away so when you want to go in the middle of the night you measure pros and cons. Also for the breakfast, you can eat a "salted crepe" but there is only grated cheese for it ahaha (I mean, it's weird to eat a crepe with only grated cheese not melted on it) It would be great to be able to add an egg or something else salted on it.
The common area are nice and cosy, breakfast all you can eat is very good for big eaters. It's a good place to meet people (especially frenchies but not only). The staff is very nice and the bathrooms are clean.
Stayed in November 2021
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Reviewed: 4 December 2021
H
France4 reviews10“best hostel in Cusco ! best included breakfast inPeru!!”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
rooms are maybe a little bit small but everything else makes this downside seem really minor
everything! the staff the vibe and the food
Stayed in November 2021
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Reviewed: 30 October 2021
James
South Africa43 reviews11 helpful votes9.0“Amazing place to meet likeminded travelers. Staff are incredible!”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bed in 5-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
The dorm rooms are quite small, but each bunk has its own curtain, light and wall socket so once in bed you don’t feel the size of the room and more than enough privacy.
The staff were incredibly helpful. Even though I arrived earlier than check in and my room wasn’t ready, the staff went out of their way to make me feel as comfortable as possible during the wait. Met some amazing travelers there. I was also able to safely leave my bags there at no cost while I did the Inca Trail. The location is beautiful and building is beautiful - so much character. Would stay again!
Stayed in October 2021
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Reviewed: 25 October 2021
Lara
Belgium15 reviews8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Bed in 5-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
breakfast awesome
Stayed in October 2021
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Reviewed: 23 October 2021
Khosro
Canada84 reviews25 helpful votes10“Great location, nice staff and clean facility.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 4 nights
Guests make noises until mid night and since all Cusco activities start early early morning (believe me 4:00 A.M. is normal starting time), it would be nice if staff impose some silent rules after 11:00 P.M.
Staff are friendly. They speak English Pretty well and location is very good. Food at the restaurants are nice. very positive messages on the walls. I liked my lunch boxes....Hot shower and clean beds.
Stayed in October 2021
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Reviewed: 28 September 2021
Chris
United States1 review10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Bed in 5-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 10 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
La Bo’M is everything we could have wished for; from the location, the friendliness of the staff, and the food. We’ll be returning to Cusco in the near future and look forward to staying at La Bo’M once again!
Stayed in September 2021
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Reviewed: 20 September 2021
Mickael
France21 reviews3 helpful votes9.0“The perfect place to stay in Cusco”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The bathroom is just a bit small but it does the work.
The location was perfect, the feeling in this agency was amazing too from decoration to staff.
Stayed in September 2021
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Reviewed: 18 September 2021
Mathieu
France46 reviews1 helpful vote10“Great place in Cusco”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
The facilities The breakfast All the staff
Stayed in September 2021
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Reviewed: 16 September 2021
Norina
Netherlands71 reviews6 helpful votes10“Best place in Cusco with the best location”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Everything was great
Neighbourhood Staff Vibe
Stayed in September 2021
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Reviewed: 9 September 2021
Michael
United Kingdom5 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Single Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
There was a smell of paint in the room because they were renovating the room next door, but I suppose that is unavoidable.
Lovely room with loads of space, clean. Love the creperie restaurant upstairs - so tasty! Nice fire in the evenings with a guitar too.
Stayed in July 2021
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Reviewed: 29 August 2021
Edan
Israel4 reviews9.0“One of the best stays in Cusco”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
I took the private room with a bathroom, and it was wonderful the only thing is that the bathroom is a bit small and there's barely space for your legs when you sit on the toilet.
Literally everything else. The place is beautiful, set up well, inviting, comfortable, warm with homey vibes. La Bo'm has one of the best and friendliest staffs I've ever encountered , they are all lovely and caring humans and are super helpful and informative with anything you need.
Stayed in August 2021
