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1. Hotel Pegasus

Hotel Pegasus
3.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
The price is ￥8,003
￥8,003 total
Jul 26 - Jul 27
Hotel Pegasus
Interior detail

2. Casa Firenza

Casa Firenza
5.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (23 reviews)
"Great place to stay in the city."
United States
Simi
The price is ￥19,787
￥19,787 total
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Casa Firenza
Courtyard

3. Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (365 reviews)
"A very beautiful classic Spanish architecture. Very helpful and kind staff. Delicious food"
United States
Julisa
The price is ￥14,440
￥15,884 total
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

4. TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir

TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir
4.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (486 reviews)
"Amazing hotel great customer service and location"
United States
Grecia
The price is ￥13,748
￥15,123 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir
Reception

5. Santa Lucia House - Forum

Santa Lucia House - Forum
4.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (517 reviews)
"Friendly staff and nice breakfast menu"
United States
Marcela
The price is ￥8,541
￥9,395 total
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Santa Lucia House - Forum
Garden

6. Hotel Boutique Casa Montalvo Cuenca

Hotel Boutique Casa Montalvo Cuenca
3.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (66 reviews)
"I can't say enough about the Casa Montalvo team and how pleasant the place is. Just a beautiful small hotel that feels very comfortable and homey. Everyone is so sweet and attentive, and the breakfasts are gourmet. Wilmer is an amazing chef and manager. They go the extra mile to ensure guests have all they need to have a great stay in Cuenca. Great location too."
United States
Karen
The price is ￥10,888
￥10,888 total
Jul 11 - Jul 12
Hotel Boutique Casa Montalvo Cuenca
Exterior

7. ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional

ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional
4.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (71 reviews)
"Great hotel, staff was really helpful."
United States
Taivon
The price is ￥23,465
￥25,812 total
Jul 4 - Jul 5
ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional
Exterior detail

8. Parc Royale Suites Hotel

Parc Royale Suites Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Cuenca
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (26 reviews)
"The hotel made a great effort to make Christmas Eve a very special moment for our family, we had a very good time. Cuenca was a lovely city."
United States
Gina
The price is ￥20,623
￥24,954 total
Jul 18 - Jul 19
Parc Royale Suites Hotel
2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served

9. Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia
4.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (394 reviews)
"Everything was very clean, breakfast was great."
United States
Marcia
The price is ￥18,013
￥19,814 total
Jul 2 - Jul 3
Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia
Living area

10. Hotel NASS del Sur

Hotel NASS del Sur
3.5 star property
Downtown Cuenca
7.4 out of 10, Good, (3 reviews)
"The hotel was closed, The hotel was a total scam; I couldn't stay there because it was closed and padlocked from the outside. I had to make a new reservation through the Orbitz website. It was a very unpleasant experience to discover that it was a scam."
United States
Marle
The price is ￥4,427
￥4,427 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Hotel NASS del Sur
Restaurant

11. Vaway Hotel

Vaway Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (143 reviews)
"Very nice hotel in the middle of old Cuenca. Modern and very comfortable."
United States
Jimmy
The price is ￥9,782
￥9,782 total
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Vaway Hotel
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

12. Hotel Valgus

Hotel Valgus
3.5 star property
Downtown Cuenca
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (33 reviews)
"Nice, clean, and great customer service. "
United States
Osmin
The price is ￥10,111
￥11,170 total
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Hotel Valgus
Front of property

13. El Dorado Hotel

El Dorado Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (226 reviews)
"Our stay was great, staff was excellent "
United States
oscar
The price is ￥12,454
￥13,699 total
Jun 28 - Jun 29
El Dorado Hotel
Terrace/patio

14. NASS Central Garden

NASS Central Garden
3.5 star property
Downtown Cuenca
7.6 out of 10, Good, (35 reviews)
"Excelente "
Mexico
Alfredo
The price is ￥4,179
￥4,179 total
Jun 28 - Jun 29
NASS Central Garden
Restaurant

15. Hotel NASS Casa del Aguila

Hotel NASS Casa del Aguila
3.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (74 reviews)
"A perfect stay. I would recommend it anytime and to anyone. Great value for money: service, amenities, breakfast, location, safety. A great choice and the venue has character and indisputable charm."
United States
Victor
The price is ￥4,969
￥5,481 total
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Hotel NASS Casa del Aguila
Front of property

16. Hotel Chat Noir Cuenca

Hotel Chat Noir Cuenca
3.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
7.8 out of 10, Good, (7 reviews)
"All went well, would definitely visit again. Only ask I would have would be to provide more pillows and towels. Room I reserved was for 5 people. We had 3 towels and 5 flat pillows. Other than that, please was clean, staff was courteous and provided great tour tips. "
United States
Shajayra
The price is ￥3,930
￥3,930 total
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Hotel Chat Noir Cuenca
Lunch and dinner served

17. Hotel Boutique Los Balcones

Hotel Boutique Los Balcones
3.5 star property
Downtown Cuenca
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (343 reviews)
"Clean and good location "
United States
Erick G.
The price is ￥9,782
￥10,760 total
Jul 26 - Jul 27
Hotel Boutique Los Balcones
Interior detail

18. Hotel & Suites El Quijote

Hotel & Suites El Quijote
3.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (12 reviews)
"This hotel is near everything. The breakfast was nice and filling."
United States
Scott M
The price is ￥5,457
￥6,276 total
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Hotel & Suites El Quijote
Terrace/patio

19. Casa 11-24 by Casa Bolivar

Casa 11-24 by Casa Bolivar
2.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Clean room, good size room, comfortable beds. The place was clean and very good location. The lady in charge very nice, very good breakfast. I totally recommend the place."
United States
Carlos
The price is ￥10,188
￥10,188 total
Jul 4 - Jul 5
Casa 11-24 by Casa Bolivar
Lobby sitting area

20. Pepe's House Cuenca I Boutique Hotel

Pepe's House Cuenca I Boutique Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (19 reviews)
"Breakfast was amazing! Would recommend staying here."
United States
Ronald
The price is ￥8,598
￥9,887 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Pepe's House Cuenca I Boutique Hotel
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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Cuenca

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
Exterior detail
Parc Royale Suites Hotel
3.5 star property
10.0
Exceptional
26 reviews
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Garden
Hotel Boutique Casa Montalvo Cuenca
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
66 reviews
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Exterior
ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
71 reviews
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Courtyard
Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
365 reviews
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Interior detail
Casa Firenza
5.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
23 reviews
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Where to stay in Downtown Cuenca

Find the best Downtown Cuenca areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A cityscape with historic architecture, including domed buildings and a prominent church tower.

Cuenca Historic Center

While you're in Cuenca Historic Center, take in top sights like Plaza Rotary Market and jump on the metro at Gaspar Sangurima Tram Station to see more of the city.

A white church with a bell tower and dome, surrounded by cobblestone streets and palm trees.

San Sebastián

While San Sebastián isn't home to many top sights, San Sebastian Plaza and San Francisco Plaza Market are some notable places to visit nearby.

A cathedral with a large blue dome and multiple spires, set against a backdrop of mountains and a cityscape.
Photo by Botak Jon
Open Photo by Botak Jon

San Blas

If you're spending some time in San Blas, Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga and Convent of the Assumption are top sights worth seeing.

A picnic table with a bottle of beer, a glass, and a bag, overlooking a mountainous landscape with a llama in the distance.
Photo by Susie Alvarez
Open Photo by Susie Alvarez

Huayna-Cápac

While visiting Huayna-Cápac, you might make a stop by sights like Alejandro Serrano Aguilar Stadium and Cuenca Botanical Garden.

A historic building with a tower, a fountain, and a street with pedestrians and vehicles.

El Barranco

While visiting El Barranco, you might make a stop by sights like Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga and Sombrero Museum.

Top Downtown Cuenca Hotel Reviews

Vaway Hotel

Vaway Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Excelente ubicación. Instalaciones confortables"
Diego 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Vaway Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown Cuenca?
Downtown Cuenca is a historic neighborhood known for its array of dining options. Be sure to check out Convent of the Assumption and Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga as part of your Downtown Cuenca travel plans.
Where is the best place to stay in Downtown Cuenca?
Based on our traveler data, Vaway Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Cuenca. This hotel offers a restaurant and a rooftop terrace. Other good choices for your stay in the area include Santa Lucia House - Forum and Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel.
How many hotels should I expect to find in the Downtown Cuenca area?
Expedia has 130 hotels and other accommodations in Downtown Cuenca to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Cuenca area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Cuenca, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer in Downtown Cuenca.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown Cuenca?
For more information about picking new dates or cancelling your trip to Downtown Cuenca, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What can I see and do in this Cuenca neighborhood?
Browse the collections at Sombrero Museum, Casa de los Arcos Art Museum, or Las Conceptas Museum in Downtown Cuenca. Convent of the Assumption and Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga are some other stops to visit in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Cuenca include San Francisco Plaza Market, Museum of Extreme Art, and University of Cuenca's Orchid Garden. When you're sightseeing in Cuenca, Museum of the Canari Identity and Inter-American Center of Popular Arts are also worth a stop.
How can I get around Downtown Cuenca and the greater Cuenca area?
If you want to venture out of town, Luis Cordero (Hermano Miguel) Station is the closest train station. You can also catch a ride at 14n - Antonio Borrero Station.