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Top Trending Hotels Near Downtown Cuenca, Cuenca

Sanchez hotel Spa by Chat Noir
Restaurant

Sanchez hotel Spa by Chat Noir

3.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (4)
" I liked the location, the pool and the spa"
The price is €40
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Sanchez hotel Spa by Chat Noir
Santa Lucia House - Forum
Reception

Santa Lucia House - Forum

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (416)
"Outstanding Staff, simply great experience!!"
The price is €69
8 Aug - 9 Aug
Santa Lucia House - Forum
Casa de las Rosas
Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms

Casa de las Rosas

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (173)
"the price was good , not many options in entertainment "
Casa de las Rosas
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, (346)
"Great place, helpful staff, good breakfast and very good location"
The price is €90
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia
Hosteria Durán
Sun deck

Hosteria Durán

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (82)
"nice place"
The price is €103
18 Jul - 19 Jul
Hosteria Durán
Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel
Courtyard

Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (294)
"The best part of my stay eas the staff - they were incrredibly helpful."
The price is €138
25 Jul - 26 Jul
Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel
El Dorado Hotel
Front of property – evening/night

El Dorado Hotel

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (195)
"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 €80
18 Jul - 19 Jul
El Dorado Hotel
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
Casa Firenza
Basic Quadruple Room

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
Hotel Boutique Casa Montalvo Cuenca
Luxury Double Room, Patio, Garden View

Hotel Boutique Casa Montalvo Cuenca

3.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (54)
"Excellent location and room, will stay again when going to Cuenca"
The price is €53
18 Jul - 19 Jul
Hotel Boutique Casa Montalvo Cuenca
Casa 11-24 by Casa Bolivar
Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom, City View

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 €36
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Casa 11-24 by Casa Bolivar
KINTU PLAZA HOSPEDAJE
Standard Double Room Single Use

KINTU PLAZA HOSPEDAJE

3.0 star property
The price is €40
18 Jul - 19 Jul
KINTU PLAZA HOSPEDAJE
TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir
Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (423)
"Perfect place for vacation "
The price is €72
23 Jul - 24 Jul
TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir
Vaway Hotel
Restaurant

Vaway Hotel

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (64)
"Our family enjoyed staying at the Vaway Hotel in Cuenca. It was in the center of many restaurants, shops and more. The hotel was clean, the staff was nice and the rooms were well kept. "
Vaway Hotel
Pepe's House Cuenca Hotel & Hostel
Lobby sitting area

Pepe's House Cuenca Hotel & Hostel

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (15)
"Clean, friendly people, nice location, safe, and hot water. I love Empanada, the hotel cat. She's so sweet. "
The price is €49
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Pepe's House Cuenca Hotel & Hostel
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 €38
18 Jul - 19 Jul
Morenica del Rosario
Hotel & Suites El Quijote
Reception

Hotel & Suites El Quijote

3.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (2)
"The hotel was well situated and easy to get to. Walking distance to many activities, shops churches and museums etc Room was nice and clean each time we returned from our outings. The only inconvenience was not being able to go out early for church service as the hotel was closed until 7.30am. A Comfortable stay in beautiful city that Cuenca turned out to be. "
The price is €43
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Hotel & Suites El Quijote
Melody Hotel
Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, City View

Melody Hotel

2.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
The price is €54
18 Jul - 19 Jul
Melody Hotel
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 €26
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Hotel Boutique Castilla de Leon
Hostal Posada Del Angel
Lobby

Hostal Posada Del Angel

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (38)
"The building is amazing, full of traditional decoration and elegant. Clean and safe"
Hostal Posada Del Angel
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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.

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.

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.

Totoracocha map

Totoracocha

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

San Sebastián map

San Sebastián

While San Sebastián isn't home to many top sights, University of Cuenca's Orchid Garden and New Cathedral of Cuenca are some notable places to visit nearby.

Top Downtown Cuenca Hotel Reviews

Vaway Hotel

Vaway Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Our family enjoyed staying at the Vaway Hotel in Cuenca. It was in the center of many restaurants, shops and more. The hotel was clean, the staff was nice and the rooms were well kept. "
Elizabeth 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Vaway Hotel

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, Hotel Boutique Casa Montalvo Cuenca 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 125 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 Sombrero Museum, Casa de los Arcos Art 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.