Hotels in Puno, Peru
Puno sits on the shores of Lake Titicaca in southern Peru, at 12,500 feet above sea level, giving it a cool climate year-round-dry winter days hit 60°F (16°C) but nights drop near freezing, while rainy summer afternoons reach 70°F (21°C). This city is famous for the Uros floating islands, handmade from totora reeds, and the ancient Aymara culture found on Taquile Island. During the dry season from May to October, you can take a boat tour to the Uros, hike Taquile's terraced hills, or visit the Sillustani burial towers; in the rainy season from November to April, you'll score cheaper lodging and fewer crowds, perfect for exploring Puno's colonial cathedral and the local markets.