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Gateway Hotels

 

Wherever you start or finish your trek you won't want to miss the chance to sample some city life. Our hotels make excellent bases for sightseeing or exploring the nightlife, as well as being right at your trek departure point.

Trek hotels are all set up to take care of you - clean, comfortable, safe and inexpensive. We have negotiated an allotment of rooms in all the Trek Hotels and booking in advance guarantees a bed will be there for you.

Please note that no reservation changes can be made later than one month before your trek departure and there are no refunds for cancelled accommodation vouchers.

You can check all hotel prices by clicking here

Please check with your agent before your departure to verify details below.

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Belize City Lima San Francisco
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Buenos Aires New York Area Santiago
Cancun   Seattle
Cusco Punta Arenas  

Anchorage

Clarion Hotel & Suites
325 West 8th Avenue
Anchorage, Alaska 99501
Tel: 907-274-1000 / 800-424-6423
Fax: 907-274-3016

Transport:
The hotel offers a 24 HOUR FREE SHUTTLE. Contact the hotel upon arrival using the hotel phone in the baggage claim area, or call the hotel directly. A tip of US$2 per person is recommended.

If you wish to take a taxi, they leave from the designated taxi area near baggage claim. The fare should be approximately $15-17, including tip.


(Trek America contact .......(310) 719 9911 or 1-800-345-8777
...............................................(07.00- 16.00 hrs Mon-Fri only) - (Pacific Time)

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Belize City

Princess Hotel & Casino
Newton Barracks
Belize City
Tel: (501) 223-2670

Transport
Take a taxi from the airport. Takes around 30 minutes and costs US$25 approx.

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Buenos Aires

Hotel Tribeca Buenos Aires Apart
1265 Bartolome Mitre St (CP 1007)
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Tel/Fax: 54-11-4372-5444

Transport
The international airport referred to as Ezeiza is located 35 minutes from the city center in a taxi. Cost is approximately $25 usd per taxi and can be arranged from your hotel reception or at the official taxi counter in the arrivals terminal. A few bus companies also do transfers to/from city hotels for $8 - $10 usd per person and give student discounts. Manuel Tienda Leon and San Martin are two reputable companies offering this service.

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Cancun

Hotel Margaritas (Radisson)
Av. Yaxchilan #41 sm 22,
Cancun, Quintana Roo,
Mexico, CP 77500
Tel: 52 (998) 884-9333
Fax: 52 (998) 884-1324

Transport
The Hotel Margaritas is located in the downtown area of Cancun approximately 15 miles from the Cancun International Airport. The local Taxi Union operates a “shared taxi” or “collectivo” shuttle from the airport to the hotels for approximately NP$70.00 (US$7.00). You can purchase a taxi voucher at the desk just outside the main terminal. They will issue you a receipt/ticket which you give directly to the taxi driver...do not pay him direct. The shuttle will make several stops before arriving at the hotel and should take about 45 minutes.

If you are in a hurry or do not wish to share a taxi you can hire one for US$20.

(Trek America contact ..............95 (310) 719 9911
......................................................(10.00-18.00 hrs Mon-Fri only Pacific Time)

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Cusco

Hotel Cahuide
Calle Saphy Nº 845
Cusco, Peru
Tel: (51) 84 222 771
Fax: (51) 84 222 361

Transport
Taxi transfers cost approx. US$5. For those completing one of our Inca Trail treks, transfers to your hotel in Cusco is included. Details will be provided with your pre-departure itinerary.

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Las Vegas

For all tours departing BEFORE 01 March 2008:

La Quinta Inn
3970 Paradise Road
Las Vegas, NV 89109
Tel: (702) 796 9000
Fax: (702) 796 3537

Transport
Upon arrival at the main Las Vegas airport, McCarran, pick up your baggage and then call the hotel and request the shuttle to pick you up. This service is free, but we strongly recommend a $2 tip per person. The journey takes approximately ten minutes depending on traffic. A taxi will cost approximately $17 including tip.

For all tours departing AFTER 01 March 2008:

Alexis Park Hotel
375 East Harmon
Las Vegas, NV 89109
Tel: (702) 796 3300
Fax: (702) 796 4334

Transport
From the airport you may catch a taxi for approximately $10. The CLS Shuttle service also is available for approximately $7 per person. The trip takes approximately 5 minutes and transport services operate 24 hours a day.

(Trek America contact ..............(310) 719 9911 or (800) 345 8777
......................................................
(08.00-17.00 hrs Mon-Fri only) - (Pacific Time)

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Lima

Hotel Carmel
Atahualpa 152
Miraflores, Lima
Tel: (51) 01 2418672
Fax: (51) 01 2418632

Transport
Taxi transfer to the hotel costs approx US$18. The journey will take about 45 minutes. For those participating on one of our Inca Trail treks, some transfers are included during the tour. Details of these will be provided with your pre-departure itinerary.

NOTE: We use alternative hotels for certain trips starting in Lima, please refer to your voucher and Trek Tips for exact details

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Los Angeles

The Hacienda Hotel
525 North Sepulveda Blvd
El Segundo
California 90245
Tel: (310) 615 0015
Fax: (310) 615 0217

Transport
Los Angeles International Airport to Hacienda Hotel. The hotel is located one mile south of the airport. They provide a free 24-hour airport shuttle service to and from the airport. (a nominal tip of approximately US$2 per person is recommended). When you arrive at the airport, go to the hotel phones in the baggage area and dial the appropriate number for the Hacienda. Tell them you are staying at the hotel and they will send a vehicle to pick you up.
Alternatively, you can call them from a pay telephone at the airport - tel: (310) 615 0015.

(Trek America contact .............(310) 719 9911
..................................................... (08.00-17.00 hrs Mon-Fri only Pacific Time)

Note: All tours begin at 7:30 AM at the above hotel. If you make your own pre-tour accommodation arrangements, you are responsible for your own transportation to the above hotel.

If you are traveling on a budget or are planning to stay longer in Los Angeles we recommend staying at the Hostelling International property. Reservations should be made directly with the hostel using the HI website.

More information & reservations HIUSA.ORG

 

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New York Area

Holiday Inn Secaucus
300 Plaza Drive
Secaucus
NJ 07094
Tel: (201) 348 - 2000
Fax: (201) 348 - 6035

Transport from Newark International Airport
From this airport there are two easy and affordable methods for transportation to the Holiday Inn Secaucus by Taxi or by Shuttle.

Taxis can be found just outside of the Baggage Claim and for approximately $55 USD can take you to the Holiday Inn Secaucus. This journey takes approximately 20-30 minutes.

Shuttle service can be found adjacent to the Baggage Claim Area of the Airport. The ‘State Shuttle’ costs approximately $40 USD (including tip) for transport to the Holiday Inn Secaucus. Reservations for the shuttle are suggested and can be made by calling ‘State Shuttle’ at (800) 427-3207 or (973) 729-0030.

For more information and alternative routes please see the New Jersey Buses and Trains website at www.njtransit.com or the New York Port Authority website at www.panynj.gov.

 

Transport from JFK or La Guardia Airports
From JFK and La Guardia airports you must transfer to the NY Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan first. You will need to change at the NY Port Authority Bus Terminal and take another transfer to the Holiday Inn Hotel.

1). To transfer from the airport to NY Port Authority Bus Terminal:

By Shuttle: The "Super Shuttle" service can be found adjacent to the Baggage Claim Area of the Airport and costs approximately $25.00 USD (including tip) to the NY Port Authority Bus Terminal.

By Bus: The most convenient service is the "New York Airport Express Service Bus". This bus departs from both airport every 20-30 minutes (7am- midnight) and stops are located at the ‘Express Bus Stop’ at each airport terminal. Cost is $15.00 USD. For reservations or for more info call (718) 875-8200. Use taxis for transport during the hours of midnight-7am.

2). To transfer from NY Port Authority Bus Terminal to the Holiday Inn

Buses depart every 30 minutes to the Holiday Inn Secaucus. Proceed to NJ Transit Bus 320 which departs from Platform #71 in the NY Port Authority Bus Terminal and runs to a shopping area called The Plaza at Harmon Meadows in Secaucus, New Jersey. The Holiday Inn Secaucus is located within this shopping area. Within The Plaza at Harmon Meadows there are several bus stops. Inquire with the bus driver for the bus stop closest to the Holiday Inn. This bus fare costs approximately (one-way) $2.85 USD.

For more information and alternative routes please see the New Jersey Buses and Trains website at www.njtransit.com or the New York Port Authority website at www.panynj.gov.

(Trek America contact ............(973) 627 5060 or (800) 637 8931
....................................................(08.00-17.00 hrs Mon-Fri only Eastern Time)

Note: All tours begin at 7:30 AM at the above hotel. If you make your own pre-tour accommodation arrangements, you are responsible for your own transportation to the above hotel.

If you are traveling on a budget or are planning to stay longer in New York we recommend staying at the Hostelling International property. Reservations should be made directly with the hostel using the HI website.

More information & reservations HIUSA.ORG

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Punta Arenas

HOSTAL TERRA SUR
O'Higgins 723
Punta Arenas, Chile
Tel: (56-61) 225618
Fax: (56-61) 226344

Transport
Contact hotel reception to arrange transfer to the airport.

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Quito

Fuente de Piedra Hostal II
Juan Leon Mera 721 and Baquedano
Quito, Ecuador
Tel: (593-2) 2900-323 or 2901-332

Transport
Upon exit from the baggage terminal in Quito, you will find a multitude of taxis who will take you to your hotel for approx. US$5. The journey will take about 20-30 minutes.

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San Francisco

Best Western Americania
121 Seventh Street
San Francisco
CA 94103
Tel: (415) 626-0200
Fax: (415) 626-3974

Transport
The Best Western Americania is located in downtown San Francisco and can be reached from the San Francisco International Airport by shuttle which leaves approximately every 10 minutes. There are several companies available including Super Shuttle and Lorries and all cost around $15 per person, including tip. They are available 24 hours a day and can be found just outside the terminal. The trip takes approximately 45 minutes depending on traffic.

(Trek America contact .............(310) 719 9911
..................................................... (08.00-17.00 hrs Mon-Fri only Pacific Time)

Note: All tours begin at 7:30 AM at the above hotel. If you make your own pre-tour accommodation arrangements, you are responsible for your own transportation to the above hotel.

If you are traveling on a budget or are planning to stay longer in San Francisco we recommend staying at the Hostelling International property. Reservations should be made directly with the hostel using the HI website.

More information & reservations HIUSA.ORG

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San Jose

Balmoral Hotel
Central Avenue, between 7th & 9th street
San Jose, Costa Rica
Tel: (506) 222-5022

Transport
The best way to get to the arrival point hotel is via taxi from the airport. There are fixed taxi rates from the airport (approximately $30 USD). It is a 45 minute drive (depending on traffic) into the city.

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Santiago

HOTEL PRESIDENTE SANTIAGO
Av Eliodoro Yanez 867
Providencia, Estacion
Salvador, Santiago
Tel: (56-2) 235-8015
Fax: (56-2) 235-9148

Transport
You may hire a taxi for approx. US$23. Alternatively, you may reach the hotel by Bus Transfer. Outside the airport terminal are several kiosks labeled Bus Transfer and this service will take you to your hotel when you provide them with the above address. Cost is approx. US$8 and the service is available 24 hours a day.

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Seattle

Clarion Hotel Seattle International Airport
3000 South 176th Street
Seattle, Washington, 98198
Tel: (206) 242-0200
Fax: (206) 242-1998

Transport
The hotel is located one mile from the airport and they provide a free 24-hour airport shuttle service (a nominal tip of approx. US$2 per person is recommended). When you arrive at the airport, go to the courtesy hotel phones in the baggage area and dial # 38 to request a pick-up. To meet your shuttle follow the signs to the shuttle pick up area. (Head up the escalators, over the sky bridge and back down ground level and wait at island 1 or 3).

(Trek America contact .................(800) 345 8777
.........................................................(08.00 -17.00 hrs Mon-Fri only Pacific Time)

Note: All tours begin at 7:30 AM at the above hotel. If you make your own pre-tour accommodation arrangements, you are responsible for your own transportation to the above hotel.

If you are traveling on a budget or are planning to stay longer in Seattle we recommend staying at the Hostelling International property. Reservations should be made directly with the hostel using the HI website.

More information & reservations HIUSA.ORG

 

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