Where to Stay in
ICA & HUACACHINA
From desert resorts in and around Ica city to stays beside the Huacachina oasis and peaceful vineyard retreats, discover our hand-picked selection of the best places to stay in this part of the Ica Region.
For Paracas and Nazca, please see our seperate travel pages.
TIPS FOR CHOOSING WHERE TO STAY IN ICA
SAFETY
The desert sun can be intense, so carry water and sun protection. For dune buggy and sandboarding excursions, choose established operators and follow your guide’s instructions on the dunes.
GETTING AROUND
Taxis are the easiest way to travel between Ica, Huacachina and the surrounding vineyards. Huacachina itself is very walkable, while winery and pisco tours are convenient for exploring the countryside.
BEST FOR...
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First-time visitors: Ica City & La Angostura
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Desert adventure: Huacachina
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Wine & pisco: Vineyards & countryside
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Resort-style stays: La Angostura
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Atmosphere & nightlife: Huacachina
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Best Areas to Stay in Ica & Huacachina
Ica and Huacachina offer three very different places to base yourself. Stay in Ica City & La Angostura for comfort and easy access to the region, choose Huacachina Oasis for dunes, adventure and atmosphere, or escape to the vineyards and countryside for a quieter stay surrounded by some of Peru’s best-known wine and pisco estates.
Ica City & La Angostura
Ica City and La Angostura offer a convenient base for exploring the region, with easy access to Huacachina, local wineries and the city’s main attractions. La Angostura, on the southern side of Ica, is particularly popular for its quieter surroundings and spacious resort-style hotels.
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Staying here works well for travellers who want more facilities and space than they may find around the oasis, while remaining within a short drive of Ica’s restaurants, vineyards and desert landscapes. It is also home to several of the city’s strongest hotel choices.
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Hotel Las Dunas
Set against Ica’s desert landscape, Hotel Las Dunas is one of the city’s most established resort-style stays. Spacious rooms are complemented by extensive gardens, swimming pools, spa facilities, restaurants and plenty of space to relax. Its setting offers a peaceful escape from central Ica while remaining well placed for Huacachina and the surrounding vineyards. With excellent facilities for couples and families alike, it is one of the strongest high-end choices in the Ica region.
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Casa Andina Standard Ica
Surrounded by Ica’s wonderfully distinctive desert landscape, Casa Andina Standard Ica offers a relaxed stay in the residential La Angostura area. Spacious rooms, two swimming pools, a restaurant and gym provide a comfortable base after exploring the region. Away from the busier city centre but still convenient for Huacachina and local wineries, it is a particularly good choice for travellers looking for comfort, tranquillity and the reliability of an established Peruvian hotel group.
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Boutique / Character
Boutique La Angostura
Located in the quieter La Angostura area, Hotel Boutique La Angostura offers a comfortable and more intimate alternative to Ica’s larger resorts. Bright rooms decorated with tiled floors and wooden furnishing, a garden, swimming pool and onsite restaurant and bar create a relaxed setting for a few days in the region. Its position away from the busiest parts of the city suits travellers who value peace and space, while Huacachina, central Ica and the surrounding wineries remain within easy reach.
Huacachina Oasis
Huacachina offers one of the most distinctive places to stay in Peru, with hotels and hostels gathered around the famous desert lagoon and towering sand dunes. Staying here puts dune buggies, sandboarding, restaurants and sunset viewpoints within easy reach, while central Ica is only a short drive away.
The atmosphere is livelier and more adventurous than elsewhere in Ica, making Huacachina particularly well suited to younger travellers, couples and anyone who wants the oasis itself to be part of the experience rather than simply a day trip.
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Senoma Hotel
A stylish adults-only hotel in the heart of Huacachina, Senoma combines contemporary rooms with a relaxed pool area, garden and onsite restaurant. Its position close to the oasis and dunes makes it easy to enjoy Huacachina’s activities while still having a comfortable retreat at the end of the day. With strong guest reviews and a more polished feel than many local properties, it is one of the best all-round hotel choices in the oasis.
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Boutique / Character
Hotel Curasi
Just a minute’s walk from the Huacachina lagoon, Hotel Curasi offers a traditional oasis stay with an outdoor pool, garden and terrace, bar and good breakfast. Some rooms enjoy views towards the lake, while the central location places restaurants, dunes and local activities close at hand. It is a straightforward but characterful choice for travellers who want to stay right beside the oasis without moving into the more energetic hostel scene.
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Banana’s Adventure Hostel
Banana’s Adventure Hostel brings a more social atmosphere to Huacachina, with an outdoor pool, garden, hammocks and rooftop terrace overlooking the oasis. Guests can choose between private rooms and shared accommodation, making it suitable for both backpackers and independent travellers wanting more comfort. Its strong reputation, lively communal spaces and location close to the dunes make it one of Huacachina’s standout hostel options.
Vineyards & Ica Countryside
Beyond the city and dunes, Ica’s countryside offers a quieter side of the region, shaped by vineyards, haciendas and Peru’s long tradition of wine and pisco production. Staying here is ideal for travellers who want more space, peaceful surroundings and the chance to explore some of Ica’s best-known estates.
The atmosphere is slower and more relaxed than Huacachina, with vineyard visits, tastings and countryside views becoming part of the stay itself. It is a particularly appealing choice for couples and travellers looking to experience Ica beyond its famous desert landscapes.
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Luxury / High-End
Viñas Queirolo
Surrounded by extensive vineyards outside Ica, Hotel Viñas Queirolo combines a peaceful countryside setting with excellent resort facilities. Spacious rooms are complemented by swimming pools, gardens, restaurants and guided wine and pisco tastings, while bicycles offer another way to explore the estate. With the vineyards forming an integral part of the experience, it is one of Ica’s most distinctive high-end stays and an excellent choice for travellers wanting relaxation alongside the region’s wine traditions.
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Hacienda La Caravedo
Hotel & Hacienda La Caravedo offers an atmospheric stay rooted in Ica’s long pisco-making tradition. Set among gardens and historic surroundings, the property combines comfortable accommodation with a pool, restaurant and opportunities to discover the estate’s heritage and local flavours. Its quieter setting and strong sense of place make it particularly appealing to travellers interested in experiencing Ica’s countryside, gastronomy and pisco culture rather than simply using the area as a base for sightseeing.
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Boutique / Character
Fundo El Arrabal
Set away from central Ica in a quieter countryside setting, Hotel Fundo El Arrabal offers a relaxed alternative to the region’s larger and more expensive resorts. The property has gardens, an outdoor pool, terrace and restaurant, creating an easygoing base for exploring nearby vineyards and attractions. With a more modest and informal character than Ica’s luxury estates, it suits travellers looking for good value, space and tranquillity while remaining within comfortable reach of the city and surrounding wine country.