In the heart of Historical Center, Selina Arequipa offers a unique blend of comfort and charm. Enjoy local cuisine at the restaurant, unwind in the garden or by the outdoor pool, and stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Previous guests have appreciated helpful staff and great location.
Museum of Andean Sanctuaries - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
San Camilo Market - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
Getting around
Arequipa (AQP-Rodriguez Ballon Intl.) - 24 min drive
Tres Cruces Station - 13 min drive
Arequipa Station - 27 min walk
Yura Station - 33 min drive
Restaurants
Chelawasi - 3 min walk
Zig Zag - 7 min walk
Los Leños - 4 min walk
Pasta Canteen - 6 min walk
Picantería "La Mundial - 4 min walk
About this property
qema Arequipa
When visiting Arequipa, qema Arequipa is a great choice to consider. You can splash around at the outdoor pool, grab a bite to eat at the restaurant, or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge.
At a glance
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Hotel size
80 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
No onsite parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Water dispenser
What to do
Yoga classes
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Working away
Business center
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
An outdoor pool
Bicycle parking
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
Local artist showcase
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Room amenities
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
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Daily housekeeping
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
LED light bulbs
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Peru Value-Added Tax (VAT) at 18%. A VAT exemption is available to travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing they are not a resident of Peru. The exemption applies only to stays in Peru not exceeding 60 days.
Optional extras
Local cuisine breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 5 for adults and USD 5 for children
Children & extra beds
Children under 18 are generally not allowed to stay at properties in Peru without a parent, legal guardian or duly authorized responsible person. Accompanying adults may be asked for both their and the child's ID as well as any duly notarized supporting documentation. Visitors who plan to travel with children should consult with a Peruvian consulate office prior to travel for further guidance.
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
According to Peruvian law, cash is not accepted for payments over PEN 2,000 or USD 500. Payments greater than these amounts must be settled by credit card or other methods approved by the property and local law. Payments cannot be split between currencies.
Does qema Arequipa offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, qema Arequipa does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at qema Arequipa?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at qema Arequipa?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at qema Arequipa?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at qema Arequipa.
What are the check-in and check-out times at qema Arequipa?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at qema Arequipa and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like hiking and mountain climbing. Additional recreation onsite includes yoga. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near qema Arequipa?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around qema Arequipa like?
Qema Arequipa is a short 11-minute walk from Santa Catalina Monastery and 12 minutes' walk from Arequipa Cathedral.
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Reviews
qema Arequipa Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.8
Cleanliness
9.4
Amenities
9.6
Staff & service
9.4
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 12, 2026
The poolside al fresco dining and bar was so great. The river rafting tour they arranged was super fun, with convenient pickup from the hotel. The staff are all so nice. The room was cleaned well and was quite comfortable.
amy
amy, 5-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 19, 2025
Had a great stay. Private room was super spacious and clean. And public areas were well taken care of and had great amenities. Also are on site and the food was really tasty as well.
April
April, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 27, 2025
A wonderful place close to the historical center.
I felt welcome and everything was here to enjoy a perfect stay in the calmness of the hostel.
Fabien
Fabien, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 24, 2025
Oasis in Arequipa
Very cozy and clean hotel. Good chance to relax and several offers (free tour, morning run)
Thor
Thor, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 18, 2025
We stayed 4 nights and our room was spacious and clean. Lovely staff and excellent location. Highly recommend, great value for money.
Lydia
Lydia, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 22, 2025
Bar was an ok selection, food came out pretty fast. Rooms were sanitized daily. Staff was very helpful and attentive to any needs. Can't give an opinion on Breakfast as I didn't have any during the stay.
Gianfranco
Gianfranco, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 9, 2025
Modest rooms but very charming. Extremely helpful staff. Younger person's atmosphere but felt quite comfortable as an older gent. Would definitely stay again.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 22, 2025
The pool area with a treehouse and a suspended bed. The staff was great, we arrived early and they placed us in their Cinema & Library until the receptionist arrived. Staff was helpful with any questions and assistance we needed.
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 5, 2025
We stayed two night as a rest point, as well as used the services to book the colca canyon tour. Super convenient and clean, great food and great bar. We stayed in the suite and the hot water shower was so enjoyable. The only very weird thing is the suite includes a coffee machine...but you have to buy the coffee to put in it. Makes no sense
charlotte
charlotte, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Apr 20, 2026
The property itself it's nice. Pool and garden, restaurant and yoga deck too.
However, there are two massive downsides the rooms have mold that affected my immune system and also the rooms are not soundproof so you can hear anything at anytime. Wouldn't stay there again.
Cesar
Cesar, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 6, 2025
Really cool place to stay. The gardens and pool were really nice to chill out in.
Emma
Emma, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 4, 2026
We had a great time. The shower is fabulous!
Emma
Emma, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 5, 2025
Clean room, clean bathrooms, nice areas.
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 10, 2026
Great!
edwin
edwin, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 1, 2025
Nice place to stay, on the minuses expensive food and personal could be somewhat more flexible for some things, but it’s like this in more “industrial” hostels I guess
Alexandre
Alexandre, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 21, 2025
Super nice facilities with a lot of space and activities offered. The room was nice and cleaned everyday!
Gerald
Gerald, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 27, 2025
A vibey hotel/hostel in Arequipa. Short distance to most things. Big rooms, great showers, good breakfast and super staff. Only complain is that the music from the bar is really loud in to the rooms so you can't sleep early if you want to.
Solvei Emily Brekke
Solvei Emily Brekke, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 18, 2025
Great
Laurynas
Laurynas, 9-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 23, 2025
Qema feels like an arctic oasis, there’s lots of fun spots to sit or explore around their beautiful campus, but you’re still mere steps away from the historical center and many of the tourist sites. I was in the shared female only dorm which was clean, comfortable, and felt safe & secure. Would highly recommend qema.
Alexandra
Alexandra, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 21, 2025
Everything was great overall. The only issue was that I was double charged for the stay. I had paid through Expedia, but at check-in the staff didn’t see the payment, so I paid again. Later, the hotel issued a refund once the mistake was discovered. Other than that, it was a wonderful stay and I really enjoyed it.
Laurynas
Laurynas, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Oct 9, 2025
The shared bathroom didn’t work and they didn’t fix nor put a sign for people not to use for a whole day.. and that’s in the same room as the shower
Roni
Roni, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 5, 2026
Tan bueno , que estoy reservando para un grupo de amigos
José
José, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 9, 2025
La habitación estaba limpia y súper genial el diseño para compartir solo con mujeres ya que cada cama contaba con cortinas que lo hacían sentir más independiente. El lugar es hermoso, volvería una y mil veces a quedarme por allá!
Emma
Emma, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 28, 2025
Skønt stort værelse med udsigt have
Christine Huong Son
Christine Huong Son, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 25, 2025
Os funcionários são simpáticos, o quarto que ficamos era confortável, o ambiente é muito gostosinho.