I was stunned when I saw our room in this old mansion from the colonial era. Everything about it was wonderful--very large, domed brick ceiling, comfy bed with good linens, very tasty breakfast with exotic fruit. The garden is large and perfectly tended--not a dead flower or leaf anywhere. I'd love to stay there again, and much longer this time.... More

Great location near the Plaza de armas, yet secluded and with beautiful garden, very nice breakfast included

Very nice coloneal house, totally upgraded, beautiful rooms, nice staff, very good breakfast; it wouldn't be difficult to stay here a month!

Chanced on this via airport problems (closed due to fog) and it was good decision to stay. My stay was lengthened due to above problem and Edith was very helpful in confirming and reconfirming my onwards plans. They provided me with a nice spacious room (was quiet when i stayed there) with view over courtyard (solar), and the owner (a... More

In February we have traveled with our two kids (6 and 7) to Peru. We stayed for 10 days in hostal casona solar. The hotel is very centrally located and after the main gates, you will find an oase of tranquility in the busy city center of Arequipa. Very safe hostal for our children, as the gates are locked. The... More

We stayed here for six days while touring peru on a fairly modest budget. After a tiring nigght-time coach trip, we were able to book in early and made to feel very welcome. Our room was superb in a vast, brick-lined vaulted part of the building, and the hotel was quiet, depsite being in heart of Arequipa. The owners, Gertso... More

We stayed at the hostel for three nights in November, 2008. The street facade is not special, but when one enters the tall doors and courtyard, it is as if you are in a special world. The white sillar construction material is unique, as is the garden in the back, room with antique-type furniture, and history of the place. The... More

We have received a very warm welcome at Casona Solar. The place is an historical house of Arequipa wonderfully renovated and decorated. The bedrooms are large and comfortable. The owner, Edith, is always ready to help and provide info. Don't hesitate if you want to stay there.

My sister, boyfriend and I stayed at Casona Solar for 3 nights in August. We arrived early on the first day and we were able to have an inexpensive breakfast there, though it was not included for this day. The sillar (ashler stone) architecture was a good introduction to this material used all over Arequipa. The sunny courtyard at the... More