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yes, the oxy problem at that height will be taken care of inside the prop, but will they also provide coca leaves to chew on when you go outside? (this was a std practice of hotels during my last visit - and yes, fully legal)
Originally Posted by travelexpert
(Post 16082490)
CUSCO, PERU Marriott International plans to open a luxury JW Marriott Hotel in Cusco next year. Situated at the gateway to Machu Picchu, the 153-key JW Marriott Hotel Cusco will feature a highly customized design built around a colonial church and ancient Inca artifacts found on the site.
“JW Marriott Cusco will feature elaxed décor with a distinctly colonial feel. At an elevation of 11,200 ft. above sea level, the JW Cusco will be the first Marriott property to have an in-room supplemental oxygen system to relieve altitude sickness. |
I have a reservation here early Nov, I'm wondering if I should find somewhere else, it may be a bit rough around the edges still. Anyone going before me?
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I will be Cuzco this chrismas. Hopefully it is a nice hotel.
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Cuzco is a great city. Esp around November, they have many local customs. The best we liked was the trek to MP. If you are into hiking, its a must rather than taking the train to get there. its a 4 day trek and exceptional! They do carry oxygen cylinders and loads of coca leaves for those who need it. It most definately works!
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I guess they quote 28% tax but if you are a tourist staying less than 60 days and have the correct documentation (pasport & TAM card) you only get charged 10% tax. At least that's how I interpret it.
- Rate subject to 28pct applicable taxes 18PCT Sales tax exemption for non residents. Must have stayed no longer than 60 days in Peru based on a calendar year to qualify. Applicable to room rate. Passport verification at check in. |
Originally Posted by vinvi
(Post 19340741)
Cuzco is a great city. Esp around November, they have many local customs. The best we liked was the trek to MP. If you are into hiking, its a must rather than taking the train to get there. its a 4 day trek and exceptional! They do carry oxygen cylinders and loads of coca leaves for those who need it. It most definately works!
We will stay there for two days. The first day we arrive early. Some people talked about altitude effect. I do not know whether my wife and I have problem with that. We have two options: One： early check in, have a tour around cuzco and second day take train to MP and return. Two: directly board the train to MP and come back on the same day. And second day have a tour around cuzco. Any suggestion? Thanks! |
I'd go to MP on the 2nd day.
I was with a group of 8 friends. 3 of us had major troubles with the oxygen. The remaining 5 had no issues. Everyone was fine by the 3rd day. |
Originally Posted by dartagnan
(Post 19342220)
I'd go to MP on the 2nd day.
I was with a group of 8 friends. 3 of us had major troubles with the oxygen. The remaining 5 had no issues. Everyone was fine by the 3rd day. ok, thank you very much. |
We had no issues in Cusco. However, third day, which was day 2 trek to Mp, is just climb...thats when both of us needed oxygen for 3 minutes and then we were fine. They just give you a whiff of oxygen for however long you want. Its not tiring. We even played soccer against the locals in Lake Titicaca...its an experience. They have floating houses! do consider that as well if you have time. Have an awesome trip and let me know if you need help with anything else.
Originally Posted by kunk00
(Post 19341772)
We will stay there for two days. The first day we arrive early. Some people talked about altitude effect. I do not know whether my wife and I have problem with that. We have two options:
One： early check in, have a tour around cuzco and second day take train to MP and return. Two: directly board the train to MP and come back on the same day. And second day have a tour around cuzco. Any suggestion? Thanks! |
Originally Posted by kunk00
(Post 19341772)
We will stay there for two days. The first day we arrive early. Some people talked about altitude effect. I do not know whether my wife and I have problem with that. We have two options:
One： early check in, have a tour around cuzco and second day take train to MP and return. Two: directly board the train to MP and come back on the same day. And second day have a tour around cuzco. Any suggestion? Thanks! |
or coca tea..........
Originally Posted by vinvi
(Post 19342885)
They just give you a whiff of oxygen for however long you want.
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Originally Posted by neuromancer
(Post 19345124)
MP is lower than Cuzco, about 2300m IIRC, which normally would not cause problems, and probably allow you to acclimatize for the next day in Cuzco. So in my opinion it's better to go straight to MP (assuming you take some transport and not walk around Cuzco the first day).
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So I stayed before and after my Trek, I would say the Tripadvisor reviews in general are about right.
They gave me a crappy room on my first stay and a suite on my second stay. Rooms 22X are directly above the bar and entrance courtyard, probably the worst rooms in the hotel. I should have asked for another room, but was too exhausted to deal with it. Not what you expect as a Platinum member. I was offered free breakfast as a Platinum, the buffet selection was extensive. The entrance/check in area looks like it was an old church, with huge doors which stay open. It gets cold when its cold outside, I noticed the concierge ladies wearing sweaters under their uniforms. The Coca tea definitely helps with the altitude... |
Originally Posted by escapefromphl
(Post 19729131)
So I stayed before and after my Trek, I would say the Tripadvisor reviews in general are about right.
They gave me a crappy room on my first stay and a suite on my second stay. Rooms 22X are all directly above the bar and entrance courtyard, probably the worst rooms in the hotel. I should have asked for another room, but was too exhausted to deal with it. Not what you expect as a Platinum member. I was offered free breakfast as a Platinum, the buffet selection was extensive. The entrance/check in area looks like it was an old church, with huge doors which stay open. It gets cold when its cold outside, I noticed the concierge ladies wearing sweaters under their uniforms. The Coca tea definitely helps with the altitude... Cheers. |
Originally Posted by SkiAdcock
(Post 19729167)
Which JW are you referring to - the Cusco?
Originally Posted by SkiAdcock
(Post 19729167)
Does it have an exec lounge? Website doesn't indicate one. Please post & I'll update the exec lounge sticky.
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