El Lago
Arequipa
Popular places to visit
Arequipa Plaza de Armas
You can learn about the history of Arequipa with a trip to Arequipa Plaza de Armas. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
San Camilo Market
During your trip to Arequipa, you can search for that perfect souvenir at San Camilo Market. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and temples.
Santa Catalina Monastery
Santa Catalina Monastery is just one of the places to see in Arequipa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Arequipa Cathedral
You can learn about the history of Arequipa with a trip to Arequipa Cathedral. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Mall Aventura Porongoche
During your trip to Arequipa, you can do some window-shopping at Mall Aventura Porongoche. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and temples.
National University of St Augustin of Arequipa
Walk around the campus at National University of St Augustin of Arequipa as part of your travels around Arequipa. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Things to do
Arequipa: Chili River White Water Rafting + Pickup & Snack
Arequipa: Tour to the Pillones Waterfalls and Stone Forest
Tour 10 Hours Pillones Waterfall and Puruña Stone Forest
Sillar Route in Arequipa and viewpoint of the Volcanoes
El Lago Hotel Deals
Wyndham Costa del Sol Arequipa
Excellent hotel
Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026
qema Arequipa
The accomodation is super clean and lovely. Theres a bar, pool and restaurant with loads of options and breakfast. We booked a few tours through the agency here and it was fantastic, super easy and the tours were great. The room was clean and comfortable, can be a bit loud if they have events on ...
Reviewed on Apr 21, 2026
Hampton by Hilton Arequipa
Great location, clean and nice staff.
Reviewed on Apr 26, 2026
Los Tambos - Boutique
Nice hotel close to the main square on a relatively quiet street at night given its location. The breakfast was superb with eggs cooked to your choice and omelettes served along with nice bread, jam, coffee and juice. We used the laundry service which was reasonable and done in during the day. Staff ...
Reviewed on Apr 25, 2026
Sonesta Hotel Arequipa
The rooms are extremely quiet and luxurious. The spa was not run well — no one was there. The breakfast was amazing, but the restaurant's service was on the slow side. The neighborhood is in the business district and boring.
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026
ARIQUEPAY HOTEL
We stayed 4 nights, we really liked everything, very clean, the staff, the breakfasts, the food and everything was excellent. I would go back and highly recommend it.
Reviewed on Apr 17, 2026
Other neighborhoods around El Lago
Vallecito
Vallecito might not have many top sights, but Umacollo Stadium and Museum of Andean Sanctuaries are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Yanahuara
While visiting Yanahuara, you might make a stop by sights like Yanahuara Plaza and Yanahuara Viewpoint.
Santa Cecilia
Though Santa Cecilia might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Umacollo Stadium and Yanahuara Plaza.
Historical Center
Unique features of Historical Center include the mountain views and historic sites. Make a stop by Museum of Andean Sanctuaries or Arequipa Plaza de Armas while you're exploring the area.
San Lázaro
Though San Lázaro might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Arequipa Cathedral and Arequipa Plaza de Armas.
Santa Rosa de Lima
While Santa Rosa de Lima might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Yanahuara Plaza and Yanahuara Viewpoint.
