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Top 10 Hotels in Downtown Cuenca

Santa Lucia House - Forum
Reception

Santa Lucia House - Forum

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (412)
"Lovely colonial style hotel with an excellent staff."
The price is S$119
25 Jul - 26 Jul
Santa Lucia House - Forum
Vaway Hotel
Restaurant

Vaway Hotel

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (61)
"The staff was very friendly and accommodating. Great location."
Vaway Hotel
Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel
Courtyard

Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (290)
"Great property to stay at Cuenca. Veronica, Nina and all serving staff were just exemplary "
The price is S$487
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel
TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (418)
"Perfect place for vacation "
The price is S$106
10 Jul - 11 Jul
TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir
Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Italian cuisine

Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (343)
"Beautiful hotel and excellent location! "
The price is S$142
3 Jul - 4 Jul
Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia
El Dorado Hotel
Front of property – evening/night

El Dorado Hotel

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (194)
"I did like the excellent service, the rooms are nice, comfortable, and very clean. Delicious food, and the hotel is located right in the heart of Cuenca. Will be back. Thank you. Marcelo Duran. "
The price is S$118
3 Jul - 4 Jul
El Dorado Hotel
Hotel NASS Casa del Aguila
Terrace/patio

Hotel NASS Casa del Aguila

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (59)
"They are the best ones "
Hotel NASS Casa del Aguila
Hotel Boutique Castilla de Leon
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

Hotel Boutique Castilla de Leon

3.5 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (131)
"A very good hotel"
The price is S$30
9 Jul - 10 Jul
Hotel Boutique Castilla de Leon
Hotel Boutique Los Balcones
Lunch, dinner served; Latin American cuisine, al fresco dining

Hotel Boutique Los Balcones

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (322)
"It was the perfect hotel for us, and staff were flexible and super helpful as we navigated Ecuador and Cuenca."
Hotel Boutique Los Balcones
Hotel Azul de la Plaza
Front of property – evening/night

Hotel Azul de la Plaza

3.5 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (13)
"Beautiful small hotel. Staff were wonderfully kind and so helpful. Made to order breakfast was excellent!"
Hotel Azul de la Plaza
Hotel El Conquistador
1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Hotel El Conquistador

4.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (123)
"Excellent service!"
Hotel El Conquistador
Santa Lucia Suites - Barranco
2 bedrooms, in-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Santa Lucia Suites - Barranco

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (25)
"The reception was friendly, helpful and pleasant!"
Santa Lucia Suites - Barranco
ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional
Exterior

ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional

4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (46)
"The stay was fantastic. The personnel working at the front were welcoming and extremely helpful. Alex, Mabel, Fernando, and Ana Maria all went above and beyond to help with recommendations and arrangements. The location is perfect and central to all the sites. The decor is luxurious. Everything is what a great hotel should be!"
ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional
NASS Bed & Breakfast
Private kitchen

NASS Bed & Breakfast

3.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (8)
"Everything was perfectly fine. The staff didn't speak English, as is common in Ecuador, but using Google Translate worked fine. The property is just around the corner from the Planetario, which was worth the quick trip. It is within a 15-minute walk from the Cathedral. I craved junk food while I was there, and McDonald's is a block away. Good salads. The receptionist told me my room was small and offered another, but it was on the ground floor, so - no stairway. I was just a party of one, so...
NASS Bed & Breakfast
HOTEL MAJESTIC 1 CUENCA
Interior detail

HOTEL MAJESTIC 1 CUENCA

3.0 star property
5.6 out of 10, (4)
"Paper thin walls would be considered flattering. Mostly just windows with drapes that show the main breakfast area. You can hear EVERyTHINg. Small room. Pricey. Loud."
The price is S$51
11 Jul - 12 Jul
HOTEL MAJESTIC 1 CUENCA
Hotel Boutique La Ronda by Chat Noir
Restaurant

Hotel Boutique La Ronda by Chat Noir

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (28)
"Only stayed one night while traveling. It was a great place to rest for the night. Very quiet. "
The price is S$45
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Hotel Boutique La Ronda by Chat Noir
Morenica del Rosario
Interior

Morenica del Rosario

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (131)
"Very affordable, clean and walkable to Cuenca downtown"
The price is S$56
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Morenica del Rosario
Casa Firenza
1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Casa Firenza

4.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (8)
"Room was beautiful and clean Staff went above and beyond. Very friendly beyond helpful. "
Casa Firenza
Check Inn B&B - Hostel
Terrace/patio

Check Inn B&B - Hostel

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (21)
"Excellent location in the heart of town. Nice view from the rooftop balcony. Otherwise average."
Check Inn B&B - Hostel
Casa 11-24 by Casa Bolivar
1 bedroom, free WiFi

Casa 11-24 by Casa Bolivar

2.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6)
"Clean, safe. Good location. Easy to get to. Clear instructions on how Casa Bolivar works. "
The price is S$54
3 Jul - 4 Jul
Casa 11-24 by Casa Bolivar
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Where to stay in Downtown Cuenca

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

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.

Huayna-Cápac map

Huayna-Cápac

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

San Blas map

San Blas

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

Totoracocha map

Totoracocha

Even though there aren't top sights in Totoracocha, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Plaza Rotary Market. Jump on the metro at Terminal Terrestre Station to see more of the city.

El Vecino map

El Vecino

Even though there aren't top sights in El Vecino, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Plaza Rotary Market. Jump on the metro at Terminal Terrestre Station to see more of the city.

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown Cuenca?

Downtown Cuenca is an historic neighbourhood known for its array of dining options. Make sure that you visit New Cathedral of Cuenca and University of Cuenca's Orchid Garden as part of your Downtown Cuenca travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in Downtown Cuenca?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Casa Montalvo Bed & Breakfast is the highest ranked property in Downtown Cuenca. This hotel offers free breakfast and free WiFi. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Hotel Raymipampa and ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional.

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

Expedia has 124 hotels and other accommodation options 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! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals in Downtown Cuenca.

What can I see and do in this Cuenca neighbourhood?

Browse the collections at Casa de los Arcos Art Museum, Sombrero Museum or Las Conceptas Museum in Downtown Cuenca. New Cathedral of Cuenca and University of Cuenca's Orchid Garden are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Cuenca include San Francisco Plaza Market, Convent of the Assumption and Museum of Extreme Art. When you're sightseeing in Cuenca, San Cenaculo Church and Church of Santo Domingo 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.