Downtown Cuenca

Cuenca

A historic cathedral with multiple domes and a bell tower.
A cityscape with a restaurant featuring thatched roofs.
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A cathedral with a large blue dome and multiple spires, set against a backdrop of mountains and a cityscape.
A cityscape with historic buildings, a prominent tower, and mountains in the background.

Stay near popular Downtown Cuenca attractions

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New Cathedral of Cuenca

9.6/10 (644 reviews)
After visiting New Cathedral of Cuenca, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cuenca. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's museums.
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Things to do

Viewpoint

Viewpoints of Cuenca 360

S$17
per adult
Viewpoints of Cuenca 360
Ingapirca Ruins and Inca Face Small Group Tour from Cuenca.

Ingapirca Ruins and Inca Face Small Group Tour from Cuenca.

S$75
per adult
Ingapirca Ruins and Inca Face Small Group Tour from Cuenca.
Cuenca: Half-Day City Tour including Panama Hat Factory

Cuenca: Half-Day City Tour including Panama Hat Factory

S$45
per adult
Cuenca: Half-Day City Tour including Panama Hat Factory
Cajas National Park Half Day Tour from Cuenca

Cajas National Park Half Day Tour from Cuenca

S$51
per adult
Cajas National Park Half Day Tour from Cuenca
Full-Day Ingapirca, Gualaceo & Chordeleg from Cuenca

Full-Day Ingapirca, Gualaceo & Chordeleg from Cuenca

S$88
per adult
Full-Day Ingapirca, Gualaceo & Chordeleg from Cuenca
Cuenca down town

Cuenca Half-Day City Tour Including Panama Hat Factory

S$45
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cuenca Half-Day City Tour Including Panama Hat Factory
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Top hotels in Downtown Cuenca

Vaway Hotel

Vaway Hotel

3 out of 5
Padre Aguirre 8-17 y Mariscal Sucre Cuenca Azuay
The price is S$74 per night from 9 Dec to 10 Dec
S$74
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Convent of the Assumption ...
9/10 Wonderful! (183 reviews)
"Sencilla y bien ubicada"

Reviewed on 28 Oct, 2026

Vaway Hotel
Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
Calle Bolivar 12-55 Y Tarqui Cuenca Azuay
The price is S$130 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
S$130
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Stay at this spa hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (405 reviews)
"Love it service was amazing. Staff was awesome"

Reviewed on 7 Nov, 2026

Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel
Santa Lucia House - Forum

Santa Lucia House - Forum

4 out of 5
Antonio Borrero 10-91 y Mariscal Lamar Cuenca Azuay
The price is S$60 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
S$60
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Stay at this hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Plaza ...
Santa Lucia House - Forum
TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir

TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir

4 out of 5
Av. del Estadio y Florencia Astudillo Cuenca Azuay
The price is S$114 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
S$114
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Stay at this boutique hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir
Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

4 out of 5
Antonio Borrero 8 44 Y Sucre Cuenca Azuay
The price is S$165 per night from 9 Dec to 10 Dec
S$165
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Stay at this boutique hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (413 reviews)
"Great place"

Reviewed on 28 Oct, 2026

Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia
Hotel Azul de la Plaza

Hotel Azul de la Plaza

3.5 out of 5
8-64 Coronel Guillermo Tálbot Cuenca Azuay
The price is S$43 per night from 5 Dec to 6 Dec
S$43
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Stay at this hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions San Sebastian Plaza and Museum of Modern Art are located ...
Hotel Azul de la Plaza
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Where to stay in Downtown Cuenca

Find the best Downtown Cuenca areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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 University of Cuenca's Orchid Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Huayna-Cápac

If you're spending some time in Huayna-Cápac, Alejandro Serrano Aguilar Stadium and Cuenca Botanical Garden are top sights worth seeing.

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San Blas

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

A cityscape with a river, residential buildings, and mountains in the background.

El Barranco

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

Downtown Cuenca