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 Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga and San Sebastian Plaza 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 Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel and Santa Lucia House - Forum .

How many hotels should I expect to find in the Downtown Cuenca area?

Expedia has 141 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. Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga and San Sebastian Plaza are some other stops to visit in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Cuenca include Convent of the Assumption, 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.

Top Downtown Cuenca Hotels

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A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central round table with a floral arrangement, and a staircase with wooden railings.

1. Santa Lucia House - Forum

Downtown Cuenca

Gabriel

￥7,264 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a trash can, and a view of a historic building with a dome and towers.

2. Vaway Hotel

Downtown Cuenca

Javier

￥8,696 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A spacious courtyard with a fountain, seating areas, and a chandelier.

3. Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

Downtown Cuenca

Lauren

￥13,674 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

An indoor dining area with striped chairs and tables, surrounded by greenery and string lights.

4. Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

Downtown Cuenca

Carla

￥19,494 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern hotel with a glass facade, a reception desk, and a dining area visible through the windows.

5. El Dorado Cuenca

Downtown Cuenca

oscar

￥12,798 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A historic building with ornate architecture, a prominent entrance, and flags.

6. ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional

Downtown Cuenca

Taivon

￥23,805 total

Sep 18 - Sep 19

A modern room with a large glass window, a black leather chair, a white bathtub, and a small table with a lamp.

7. TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir

Downtown Cuenca

Edison

￥13,615 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A spacious living area with a sofa, coffee table, and a dining table with chairs. There is a kitchen in the background with modern appliances.

8. Santa Lucia Suites - Barranco

Downtown Cuenca

Michelle

￥8,386 total

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A spacious indoor area with a high ceiling, a balcony, and wicker furniture.

9. Pepe's House Cuenca I Boutique Hotel

Downtown Cuenca

Ronald

￥7,901 total

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A multi-level outdoor area with a wooden staircase, metal railings, and hanging pendant lights.

10. Casa Firenza

Downtown Cuenca

Angela

￥20,524 total

Sep 28 - Sep 29

11. Hotel Boutique La Ronda by Chat Noir

Downtown Cuenca

Elizabeth

￥3,693 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A house with a tiled roof, a wooden door, and a garden with grass, plants, and a pathway.

12. Hotel Boutique Casa Montalvo Cuenca

Downtown Cuenca

"I can’t begin to say how amazing our stay was here! The staff was UNBELIEVABLY KIND! They went out of their way to accommodate us and truly went above and beyond during our entire stay! One of the things that impressed me was that they are so intricate and detailed in their decor and their attention to detail, particularly for the breakfast was amazing! I have recommended this place to all of our friends and family and plan to come back here!"

Xicotencatl

￥10,443 total

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A dining table with a bottle of wine, a glass, and a plate of food.

13. Hotel Valgus

Downtown Cuenca

Luis

￥9,499 total

Sep 18 - Sep 19

A hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a bathtub, a dining table with a vase of flowers, and a hat on the bed.

14. Hotel Azul de la Plaza

Downtown Cuenca

Michael

￥6,959 total

Sep 19 - Sep 20

15. NASS Central Garden

Downtown Cuenca

Alfredo

￥4,009 total

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A historic building with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a central entrance.

16. Parc Royale Suites Hotel

Downtown Cuenca

Cesar

￥29,038 total

Sep 18 - Sep 19

An indoor dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a central chandelier, and hanging plants.

17. Hotel Boutique Los Balcones

Downtown Cuenca

Alice

￥10,398 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

18. Hotel NASS Continental

Downtown Cuenca

Julio

￥5,067 total

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A hotel lobby with two sofas, a reception desk, a fountain, and hanging plants.

19. Hotel Pegasus

Downtown Cuenca

￥9,220 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A spacious atrium with a central seating area, a chandelier, and lush green plants.

20. Hotel Boutique Castilla de Leon

Downtown Cuenca

Ruth

￥6,757 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Cuenca

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Parc Royale Suites Hotel	3.5 star property	10.0 Exceptional 28 reviews	View
Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 386 reviews	View
ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 77 reviews	View
Hotel Boutique Casa Montalvo Cuenca	3.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 69 reviews	View
Santa Lucia House - Forum	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 537 reviews	View

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 Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga and jump on the metro at Gaspar Sangurima Tram Station to see more of the city.

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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 Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga are some notable places to visit nearby.

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A cathedral with a large blue dome and multiple spires, set against a backdrop of mountains and a cityscape.

San Blas

If you're spending some time in San Blas, Puente Roto and Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga are top sights worth seeing.

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

Huayna-Cápac

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

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A cityscape at night with illuminated streets and prominent buildings.

Puertas del Sol

When in Puertas del Sol, you can plan a visit to San Sebastian Plaza and University of Cuenca's Orchid Garden, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Top Downtown Cuenca Hotel Reviews

Hotel Boutique Los Balcones

10/10 Excellent

"A very cute, clean and comfortable hotel only three blocks from the city center. The staff were exceptionally kind, friendly, and accommodating. The beds were comfortable, and the food at the on-site restaurant was delicious."

Hotel NASS del Sur

10/10 Excellent

"It was the best experience staying in this hotel . Everything was perfect the Staff . Our Host Mike was amazing he made sure we had anything we needed taking care of . The food was high quality cooked to perfection and plated beautifully not to mention the attention of the waiters. The administrator was awesome he had high knowledge of history and his attention to detail was great. The hotel is set on the edge of a volcano with large wall windows that looked inside the volcano laying in your bed and on the other side with an extraordinary city view. We could see the sunrise on one side and the sundown on the other. I strongly recommend this hotel 100%. I will definitely stay here again. I did not meet the owners but my congregation on the super well staff he has and the administrator."

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Our top choices for Downtown Cuenca hotels

1. Santa Lucia House - Forum

2. Vaway Hotel

3. Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

4. Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

5. El Dorado Cuenca

6. ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional

7. TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir

8. Santa Lucia Suites - Barranco

9. Pepe's House Cuenca I Boutique Hotel

10. Casa Firenza

11. Hotel Boutique La Ronda by Chat Noir

12. Hotel Boutique Casa Montalvo Cuenca

13. Hotel Valgus

14. Hotel Azul de la Plaza

15. NASS Central Garden

16. Parc Royale Suites Hotel

17. Hotel Boutique Los Balcones

18. Hotel NASS Continental

19. Hotel Pegasus

20. Hotel Boutique Castilla de Leon

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Where to stay in Downtown Cuenca

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Huayna-Cápac

Puertas del Sol

Top Downtown Cuenca Hotel Reviews

Hotel Boutique Los Balcones

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