Mr & Mrs Smith Sol y Luna

Snaking between Machu Picchu and the fortress of Pisac, the Sacred Valley was the breadbasket of the Incan Empire. Today, it’s home to Sol y Luna, a hotel that brings a hint of earthly paradise to this fertile stretch of the Andes. Interlaced with flourishing gardens, the casitas are a showcase of pre- and post-Hispanic craftsmanship, with terracotta floors, ornate furnishings and artwork as bright as the blooms outside. Beyond the looks, you’ll find hospitality with a real heart: profits are used to fund a local school, and the hotel is actively engaged with the surrounding community. Local farmers grow organic produce for the restaurants, born-and-bred guides lead the excursions and guests can try everything from Peruvian cooking classes to weaving lessons.