Cuenca Historic Center

Cuenca

A cityscape with historic architecture, including domed buildings and a prominent church tower.
A historic cathedral with multiple domes and a bell tower.
A cityscape with a restaurant featuring thatched roofs.
A person suspended in a harness, overlooking a cityscape with mountains in the background.
A cathedral with a large blue dome and multiple spires, set against a backdrop of mountains and a cityscape.

Stay near popular Cuenca Historic Center attractions

A cathedral with blue domes and a cityscape in the background.

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

Panama Hat Factory

Cuenca-Ec- Highlights City Tour

HK$125
per adult
Cuenca-Ec- Highlights City Tour
Cajas National Park Half Day Tour from Cuenca

Cajas National Park Half Day Tour from Cuenca

HK$314
per adult
Cajas National Park Half Day Tour from Cuenca
Giron Chorro Waterfall

Giron Waterfall and Busa Lake

HK$423
per adult
Giron Waterfall and Busa Lake
Ingapirca Ruins and Inca Face Small Group Tour from Cuenca.

Ingapirca Ruins and Inca Face Small Group Tour from Cuenca.

HK$463
per adult
Ingapirca Ruins and Inca Face Small Group Tour from Cuenca.
Cajas Unveiled: A Half-Day Escape from Cuenca

Cajas Unveiled: A Half-Day Escape from Cuenca

HK$313
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cajas Unveiled: A Half-Day Escape from Cuenca
Guided tour of Cajas National Park

Boxes 360 Half Day National Park

HK$274
per adult
Boxes 360 Half Day National Park
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Top hotels in Cuenca Historic Center

Vaway Hotel

Vaway Hotel

3 out of 5
Padre Aguirre 8-17 y Mariscal Sucre Cuenca Azuay
The price is HK$474 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
HK$474
HK$474 total
4 Nov - 5 Nov
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 HK$724 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
HK$724
HK$797 total
8 Nov - 9 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 ...
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 HK$332 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
HK$332
HK$365 total
5 Nov - 6 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
Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

4 out of 5
Antonio Borrero 8 44 Y Sucre Cuenca Azuay
The price is HK$988 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
HK$988
HK$1,087 total
1 Dec - 2 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 NASS Continental

Hotel NASS Continental

3.5 out of 5
Gran Colombia 6-59 y Cuenca Azuay
The price is HK$256 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
HK$256
HK$256 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Popular attractions Plaza Rotary Market and Calderon Park ...
7.8/10 Good! (134 reviews)
"Toallas en mal estado más parecían toallas para trapear piso, no había jabón hubo q pedir El cuarto no lo arreglaron hasta la noche cuando retornamos y reclamamos. No volvería a reservar mi estancia en este hotel"

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2026

Hotel NASS Continental
ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional

ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional

4 out of 5
Gran Colombia y Benigno Malo Cuenca Azuay
The price is HK$915 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
HK$915
HK$1,006 total
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Cúpulas Lookout and Calderon Park are ...
ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional
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Where to stay in Cuenca Historic Center

Find the best Cuenca Historic Center areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic cathedral with multiple domes and a bell tower.
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Downtown Cuenca

Downtown Cuenca is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga and San Sebastian Plaza while in the area.

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.

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

Cuenca Historic Center