1. Hacienda San Juan Resort ~ Ica, Peru

Remember the big, pink hotel where Arie stayed, & where Becca Kufrin’s ex came & tried to win her back!?  Well, that’s the Hacienda San Juan Resort in Ica, Peru.  Ica is located right next to Huacachina: the famous Peruvian sand dunes shown in the episode.  These are the dunes Arie & Kendall sand-boarded down…& where he may have told THREE people that he loved them!  THREE??!! 

Ahhh…but I digress…

If you stay at the Hacienda San Juan Resort ($85+/night), you’ll find pools, spacious rooms, & a relaxing ambiance.  It’s perfect for couples & is just located outside of Ica.  It’s a great place to relax in the Peruvian countryside.  But, if you’d rather stay closer to the dunes, you’ll want to stay in Ica.

2. Desert Nights Eco-Camp ~ Ica, Peru

Let me guess: you loved the glamorous tent where Becca & Arie stayed in the Ica dunes, right?!  Me too!  I’ve tried to find accommodations like that in Ica, but so far ~ I can’t.  My guess is that “The Bachelor” producers created that moment just for the show!  I mean…it was a tent out in the middle of nowhere without a bathroom, sooo ~ probably not too realistic!

The closest accommodation I can find to this idyllic, desert setting is Desert Night’s Eco-Camp, where you’ll have gorgeous views right out to the dunes, a “glamping” type atmosphere, & a pool that looks like it’s right at the base of the dunes.  Breakfast is included, & rates will run you about $40+/night.

The sand dunes around Ica, Peru at sunset.

3. JW Marriott El Convento ~ Cusco, Peru

In the beginning of the season finale, Arie checked into a beautiful hotel in the heart of Cusco, Peru.  As soon as he walked into its iconic lobby, I knew exactly where he was: the JW Marriott El Convento.  This is one of my favorite hotels in the world!  It’s set in an old convent (hence the name), & is an absolutely beautiful, historic hotel made almost entirely of stone. 

The hotel has a luxurious spa, excellent breakfast buffet, great Pisco Sours (Peru’s national drink) in a chic bar, & is an easy two-block walk from Cusco’s main square, the Plaza de Armas.  There’s nothing I don’t love about this hotel ~ & they even have oxygen available in the rooms if Cusco’s high altitude leaves you breathless!  Prices run about $150+/night. 

Cusco is an AMAZING city ~ one of my favorite in the world (so much good FOOD)!!  I highly recommend staying here before or after a trip to Machu Picchu.

4. Casa Cartagena Boutique Hotel & Spa ~ Cusco, Peru

Where did Arie’s family stay in Peru?  It was a hotel with a lovely courtyard, where they met both Becca & Lauren: the Casa Cartagena Boutique Hotel & Spa.  Also located a few short blocks from the Plaza de Armas, Casa Cartagena is set in a restored, 17th century colonial house, but with modern facilities & contemporary features.  So many of the hotels in Cusco feature beautiful, old courtyards ~ & this hotel is a perfect example of that.  Price: $250+/night. 

If you’re looking for a beautiful hotel that’s similar to Casa Cartagena, but with a lower price tag: try the Novotel Cusco.  It’s one of my favorite hotels in Cusco, & has a stunning, historic courtyard ~ with prices around $90+/night.

5. Sol Y Luna, A Relais & Chateaux Property  ~ in Urubamba, Peru

The entire region surrounding Cusco, all the way up to & around Machu Picchu, is known as the Sacred Valley.  When you visit, you’ll understand why: it has a majestic, magical quality to it ~ with the stunning Andes Mountains creating spectacular views in all directions.  The hotel featured on “The Bachelor,” was where the girls stayed: Sol y Luna Hotel. 

This property is located in the magical little town of Urubamba, & it’s colorful decor is reflective of Peruvian textiles & culture.  It’s rated an almost-perfect 9.7/10, & if you look at photos of the property ~ you’ll see why.  Sol y Luna makes for an ideal Machu Picchu retreat, & costs around $200+/night.

Outdoor pool at Sol y Luna Hotel.