Loki's Local Picks
Ask anyone at reception where to eat, grab a coffee or spend a rainy afternoon and you'll get an honest answer - because these are the places the Loki crew go on their own days off. No sponsored lists, just the cafes, restaurants, shops and schools we genuinely rate, most of them a short walk from the hostel.
What You'll Find in Our Picks
- Coffee & brunch: Proper coffee and slow breakfasts for the mornings after the night before.
- Restaurants: From Thai fusion to local favourites, spots we send hungry guests to again and again.
- Learn something: Pick up some Spanish at a local school and get more out of your time in Peru.
- Shops & culture: Record stores and independent shops worth a browse between adventures.
- All nearby: Most picks are an easy walk from reception, so you can explore on foot.
How to Use These Picks
Ask the Crew
Reception knows these spots inside out and can tell you what's good today, what's busy and how to get there.
Go on Foot
Most of our picks are within walking distance, so lace up and discover the neighbourhood the local way.
Try Something New
A Spanish class, a new cafe, a record you didn't know you needed - these picks are how travellers turn a stopover into a story.
Support Local
These are small, independent Cusco businesses. Choosing them keeps the neighbourhood thriving and your welcome warm.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Loki recommend to do near the hostel in Cusco?
The Loki crew keep a list of local favourites - cafes and brunch spots, restaurants, a Spanish school and independent shops like a record store - most of them a short walk from reception. Ask the crew and we'll point you to what's good right now.
Where can I get good coffee or brunch near Loki Cusco?
There are a couple of cafes and brunch spots the crew love just a short walk from the hostel, great for a slow morning or a caffeine fix before you head out exploring. Reception can point you to the closest one.
Can I take Spanish lessons in Cusco while staying at Loki?
Yes - we recommend a local Spanish school where you can take lessons and get more out of your time in Peru, whether it's a few days or a few weeks. Ask reception and we'll help you get in touch.
Are Loki's local picks within walking distance?
Most of them are. We focus on nearby cafes, restaurants and shops you can reach on foot from the hostel, so you can explore the neighbourhood without needing a taxi.
Do you recommend any independent shops or things to do in Cusco?
Beyond food and drink we point guests to independent local spots like a record store and other small shops worth a browse - the kind of places that give you a feel for everyday Cusco.
Are these recommendations free to visit?
The recommendations themselves are free - you just pay the businesses directly for whatever you order or book. We suggest them because the crew genuinely rate them, and reception is always happy to help you find your way there.