What Inkaterra Hotels does

Inkaterra Hotels (legal entity INKATERRA PERU S.A.C.) is a privately held Peruvian eco-luxury hospitality company founded in 1975 by José Koechlin, operating eight properties across Peru with a workforce of approximately 225 employees. The portfolio spans the country's most biodiverse and culturally iconic destinations: Inkaterra La Casona (5-star boutique hotel in a 16th-century Cusco mansion, 11 suites), Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel (5-star Andean village-style hotel with ~80 casitas on a 5-hectare private reserve), El Mapi by Inkaterra (4-star contemporary hotel in Machu Picchu Pueblo), Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba (5-star hacienda-style hotel on ~100 acres in the Sacred Valley), Inkaterra Reserva Amazónica (35-cabana eco-lodge within a 17,000-hectare private reserve adjacent to Tambopata National Reserve), Inkaterra Hacienda Concepción (25 cabanas within 819 hectares of Amazon rainforest), Amazon Field Station by Inkaterra (research and volunteer facility), and the pre-opening Inkaterra Cabo Blanco on Peru's northern coast. The company hosts more than 200,000 travelers annually and is acknowledged by the United Nations as the World's First 'Climate Positive' Hotel Brand, certified 100% Carbono Neutral.

Revenue is generated through luxury accommodation across these properties, plus guided nature excursions led by trained Inkaterra Explorer Guides, spa and wellness services using Andean-inspired botanical treatments, on-site Peruvian cuisine dining, and bespoke multi-property itineraries sold as premium packages through a Customized Journeys team. Distribution is hybrid: a direct online reservation platform (reservations.inkaterra.com), partnerships with international luxury travel agencies and tour operators, Relais & Chateaux referral membership, listings on Booking.com and TripAdvisor, and country-specific toll-free numbers for the US, Canada, UK, and Spain. Pricing is quote-based and varies by property, season, and package; rates are not publicly disclosed.

The company maintains a conservation subsidiary (Inkaterra Asociación) that manages ecological reserves, research, and community programs. Supporting infrastructure includes proprietary biodiversity databases (814 bird species across properties, 372 native orchid species at Machu Picchu Pueblo, 540 bird species at Reserva Amazónica), the Inkaterra Canopy Walkway attraction, a mobile application (Inkaterra Travel), digital gift cards, and an active content-marketing program (Inkaterra Stories blog, social media, press coverage in outlets such as Condé Nast Traveler, National Geographic Traveler, and Travel + Leisure). Technology stack is minimal and not a competitive differentiator: standard booking platform, Google Maps integration, and reCAPTCHA, with no disclosed AI/ML capabilities.

Name

Inkaterra Hotels

Legal name

INKATERRA PERU S.A.C.

Website

https://inkaterra.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1975

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Inkaterra Hotels is a privately held Peruvian eco-luxury hospitality company founded in 1975, operating eight luxury hotels, eco-lodges, and haciendas across Cusco, Machu Picchu, the Sacred Valley, the Amazon, and the northern coast, serving 200,000+ affluent travelers annually.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Eco-Luxury Hospitality

NAICS

Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels (72111), Nature Parks and Other Similar Institutions (712190), Tour Operators (56152)

SIC

Hotels & Motels (7011), Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000)

akta.pro primary industry

Eco-Lodges (Sustainable/Nature-Based) (THAGAIAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Rainforest & Jungle Lodges (THAGAIAD), Resort-Area Full-Service Hotels (Non–All-Inclusive) (THAGAAAD), Wilderness & Backcountry Lodges (Remote/Off-Grid) (THAGAIAB)

Keywords

• Eco-luxury hospitality
• Sustainable tourism
• Amazon eco-lodges
• Boutique hotels Peru
• Nature excursions

Headquarters

HQ city

Lima

HQ country

Peru

HQ region

Latin America

Offices8 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Luxury Accommodation Services: Room and suite rentals across 8 unique properties in Peru including luxury hotels, eco-lodges, and haciendas. Revenue generated through nightly rates, varying by property tier and season.
2. Guided Excursions and Tours: Nature excursions, bird watching tours, canopy walks, jungle adventures, and cultural experiences led by trained Explorer Guides. These are bundled with accommodation or sold as add-on services.
3. Spa and Wellness Services: On-site spa facilities at multiple properties offering Andean-inspired treatments and therapies using local botanical extracts.
4. Dining Services: On-site restaurants featuring Peruvian cuisine with contemporary twists, using local ingredients and traditional cooking methods.
5. Customized Journeys and Packages: Tailored travel itineraries combining multiple properties and experiences across Peru, sold as premium package deals.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Inkaterra Hotels is a Peruvian eco-luxury hospitality group operating eight distinct properties across Peru, including boutique hotels, haciendas, and Amazon rainforest lodges. The company provides luxury accommodation, guided nature excursions led by trained Explorer Guides, spa and wellness services, on-site dining, and curated customized travel itineraries. Its portfolio spans Cusco, Machu Picchu, the Sacred Valley, the Amazon rainforest (Tambopata/Madre de Dios), and the northern coast (Cabo Blanco).

Product overview

Inkaterra Hotels is a Peruvian eco-luxury hospitality group operating eight distinct properties across Peru, comprising five-star boutique hotels (Inkaterra La Casona), cloud forest eco-lodges (Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel), a contemporary hotel (El Mapi by Inkaterra), a hacienda-style resort (Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba), two Amazon rainforest lodges (Inkaterra Reserva Amazónica and Inkaterra Hacienda Concepción), a research-oriented field station (Amazon Field Station by Inkaterra), and a pre-opening coastal retreat (Inkaterra Cabo Blanco). The portfolio is unified by a commitment to being the world's first 'Climate Positive' hotel brand, recognized by the United Nations, and is 100% Carbono Neutral. Supporting the properties are ancillary services including expert Inkaterra Explorer Guides for nature excursions, the Inkaterra Canopy Walkway attraction, curated Inkaterra Itineraries for trip planning, an E-Gift Card product, and a mobile application (Inkaterra Travel) for reservations and information access.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Inkaterra La Casona: Luxury boutique hotel in a 16th century mansion in Cusco, 5-star property located at Plaza Las Nazarenas.
• Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel
• El Mapi by Inkaterra
• Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba
• Inkaterra Reserva Amazónica
• Inkaterra Hacienda Concepción
• Amazon Field Station by Inkaterra
• Inkaterra Cabo Blanco

Products and services

• Inkaterra La Casona A 5-star boutique hotel in a 16th-century manor house at Plaza Las Nazarenas in Cusco, featuring 11 suites with chimneys, heated floors, and extra-large bathtubs, decorated with colonial furniture and Pre-Columbian textiles. Targets luxury travelers seeking an intimate heritage experience.
• Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel A 5-star intimate Andean village hotel with terraced hills, waterfalls, and 80 whitewashed adobe casitas on a private 5-hectare reserve near Machu Picchu, featuring 317 bird species and the world's largest native orchid collection with 372 species. Targets luxury travelers, birders, and nature enthusiasts.
• El Mapi by Inkaterra A 4-star smart, contemporary hotel in Machu Picchu Pueblo (Aguas Calientes), offering an efficient, lively, and friendly atmosphere for visitors to Peru's most famous archaeological destination. Targets travelers seeking comfortable accommodation near Machu Picchu.
• Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba A 5-star contemporary hacienda-style hotel in the Sacred Valley of the Incas, spanning approximately 100 acres with rooms in Casa Hacienda and luxury casitas featuring valley views, colonial furniture, and Inca-inspired decor. Targets luxury travelers exploring the Sacred Valley.
• Inkaterra Reserva Amazónica

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• United Nations (UN)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerInkaterra has been acknowledged by the United Nations as the World's First 'Climate Positive' Hotel Brand. This recognition validates the company's 50-year commitment to sustainable tourism and carbon neutrality, with the UN recognizing Inkaterra's environmental leadership in the hospitality industry.
• Relais & ChateauxcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInkaterra La Casona holds membership in Relais & Chateaux, a prestigious global association of boutique hotels. This membership provides marketing exposure, quality certification, and referral network access within the luxury hospitality segment.
• Inkaterra AsociacióncoreOthersInkaterra Asociación is the company's conservation-focused NGO arm that manages environmental initiatives, community engagement, and scientific research programs. The association operates field stations, manages ecological reserves, and conducts wildlife monitoring across Inkaterra properties.
• SAHIC (South America Hotel & Investment Conference)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerJosé Koechlin, CEO of Inkaterra, received the SAHIC Lifetime Achievement Recognition at the 2026 SAHIC Awards, honoring his 50 years of contributions to sustainable tourism and conservation in Madre de Dios.
• UNAMAD (Universidad Nacional Amazónica de Madre de Dios)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUNAMAD honored José Koechlin in 2025 for 50 years dedicated to ecotourism in Madre de Dios, indicating collaborative relationship between the university and Inkaterra for research and education.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Awasi: Awasi runs small, private-villa style luxury lodges in Patagonia, the Atacama, and Iguazú with private guides and tailor-made itineraries. The private-guide, low-density, eco-luxury model directly mirrors Inkaterra's approach.
• Explora Lodge: Explora operates luxury exploration lodges in Patagonia, Atacama, and other South American destinations, offering guided nature-based itineraries at premium price points. It is the closest conceptual peer in the South American luxury eco-expedition segment.
• Singular Patagonia: The Singular Hotels operates luxury heritage- and nature-led properties in Patagonia and Santiago. It shares the South American luxury-expedition positioning, design-integrated nature setting, and high-end experiential travel model with Inkaterra.
• Tierra Hotels: Tierra Hotels operates boutique adventure-focused luxury lodges in Chilean Patagonia and the Atacama. Its guided-excursion, all-inclusive eco-luxury model in remote South American ecosystems is directly comparable to Inkaterra's Amazon and Andean lodges.
• Mashpi Lodge: Mashpi Lodge is a small luxury eco-resort in a private cloud forest reserve in Ecuador, with a research center and biodiversity focus. It is the most direct Latin American analog to Inkaterra Reserva Amazónica in terms of reserve-integrated eco-luxury positioning.
• andBeyond: andBeyond runs luxury safari lodges and conservation-led properties across Africa and South America, with a strong wildlife and community focus. It overlaps with Inkaterra on the conservation-community-luxury model and the safari-style eco-lodge concept.

Broad incumbents

• Aman Resorts: Aman operates ultra-luxury resorts in remote and culturally significant locations worldwide. Its remote-setting, low-density, design-led luxury model overlaps with Inkaterra's boutique hacienda and reserve experiences in iconic destinations.
• Six Senses: Six Senses is a global luxury resort brand built around wellness and sustainability credentials. While broader and more urban/resort focused, it competes for the same eco-conscious luxury traveler and validates the market category Inkaterra helped define.
• Belmond: Belmond operates luxury hotels, trains, and river cruises including properties in Peru (e.g., Sanctuary Lodge near Machu Picchu). It competes with Inkaterra for high-end Peru travelers and shares the luxury experiential hospitality positioning, though it is broader in scope.

Regional players

• Refugio Amazonas / Rainforest Expeditions: Rainforest Expeditions operates multiple Amazon lodges in the Tambopata/Madre de Dios region, directly adjacent to Inkaterra properties. It is the closest geographic competitor in the Peruvian Amazon eco-lodge market with a similar research-tourism hybrid model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance17 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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