Topping the list for luxury and beautiful grounds is Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel, a must stay for those who don’t want to skimp. This sprawling site (the grounds cover 12 acres) is full of Peruvian wildlife, including 372 species of orchids, 100 species of birds, and 250 species of butterflies. The hotel emulates a small Andean town, with individual cottages connected by winding stone paths. Top treats include handcrafted room furnishings and linens, fireplaces, pools, and nature tours.

A funky choice in a slightly lower price range is El Mapi, a contemporary hotel with style. Located close to the train station, guests won’t have to travel far to enjoy the hotel’s landscaped gardens, hot tub, and down duvets. El Mapi offers 40 superior rooms and 8 superior deluxe rooms, and welcomes each guest with a glass of refreshing lemongrass lemonade and a smile; those who want a stronger drink should wait for the 5:30-7:00 happy hour for house blended Pisco Sours served at discounted prices.

Another convenient but comfortable choice is the Andina Luxury Hotel. The yellow three-story building stands across from the train station, so visitors don’t have to worry about lugging their belongs around town. Rooms overlook either the road or the river-asking for (and paying the extra charge for) a river room is worth it because the beautiful, impressive Urubamba River rushes by right outside. Modern touches like LCD TVs and electronic locks blend with rustic red-brick walls to ensure a calming yet comfortable stay.

This article about Machu Picchu hotels was written by a Peru travelexpert at Peru For Less, a respected US company based in Peru that specializes in customizable Machu Picchu vacationpackages.

Whether you are a seasoned traveler or this is your first trip abroad, you should always be concerned about airport security and facilities as you travel. It may not seem like a priority, but you may end up staying for a while in airports as you travel around. Layovers and delays are always part of a trip. Well you need not worry about Peru's international airport in Lima, which has recently been declared the best in South America for the third consecutive year by Skytrax Research at the 2011 World Airport Awards held in Copenhagen. The Jorge Chavez airport is the gateway to Peru and is indeed very efficient, easy to navigate, with friendly services and plenty of opportunities for shopping and eating to keep you entertained as you wait for your next flight.

April is a particularly interesting month to be traveling in Peru, as the celebrations of Semana Santa (Holy Week) and Easter generally overtake the entire country and are truly a sight to behold. Make sure to make your reservations in advance as this time of year is generally busy. Hotel Peru. However, you are guaranteed to get a unique experience and real insights into the Peruvian culture. Processions, fairs, and other festivities characterize this period. Make sure to be in Peru on April 28th-30th to attend the 12th Peru Gift Show, an international handmade gift and home accessories held yearly, which includes hundreds of companies from Peru and abroad.

This year, Peru is celebrating the centennial of the re-discovery of Machu Picchu by Hiram Bingham in 1911. It is the perfect time to visit this newly appointed World Wonder and catch a glimpse of the Incas' extraordinary might and technological skills. Even the world-recognized magazine National Geographic invites you to explore the citadel, which is featured on the cover of its April issue.

This guide to 3 reasons to discover Peru was written by a Peru travel expert at Peru For Less available to help you custom design your exciting Peru tours.