Downtown Cuenca

Cuenca

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.
A cityscape with historic buildings, a prominent tower, and mountains in the background.

Stay near popular Downtown Cuenca attractions

Two illuminated church domes with cross-topped spires, set against a mountainous backdrop.

Calderon Park

9.6/10 (590 reviews)
Calderon Park is just one of the places to see in Cuenca, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's riverfront or visit its cathedral.
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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$306
per adult
Cajas National Park Half Day Tour from Cuenca
Giron Chorro Waterfall

Giron Waterfall and Busa Lake

HK$424
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.
Toreadora lake Cajas NP

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$275
per adult
Boxes 360 Half Day National Park
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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 HK$475 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
HK$475
HK$475 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
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! (178 reviews)
"Todo hermoso"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026

Vaway 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$314 per night from 15 Oct to 16 Oct
HK$314
HK$345 total
15 Oct - 16 Oct
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (548 reviews)
"Todo estuvo perfecto, buena ubicación y buena atención…"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026

Santa Lucia House - Forum
Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
Calle Bolivar 12-55 Y Tarqui Cuenca Azuay
The price is HK$624 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
HK$624
HK$686 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
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! (393 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel in a great location. Excellent breakfast included."

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2026

Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel
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 HK$767 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
HK$767
HK$844 total
20 Oct - 21 Oct
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (510 reviews)
"Very comfortable hotel"

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is HK$901 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
HK$901
HK$991 total
16 Oct - 17 Oct
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 ...
Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia
El Dorado Cuenca

El Dorado Cuenca

4 out of 5
Gran Colombia 7-87 y Luis Cordero Cuenca Azuay
The price is HK$706 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
HK$706
HK$777 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Calderon Park and Cúpulas Lookout are ...
El Dorado Cuenca
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Where to stay in Downtown Cuenca

Find the best Downtown Cuenca areas 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.

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.

A cathedral with a large blue dome and multiple spires, set against a backdrop of mountains and a cityscape.
Photo by Botak Jon
Open Photo by Botak Jon

San Blas

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

A flowing river with rocks, surrounded by trees and a grassy area.
Photo by Paula Vernimmen
Open Photo by Paula Vernimmen

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 cityscape at night with illuminated streets and prominent buildings.

Puertas del Sol

While Puertas del Sol may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like San Sebastian Plaza and University of Cuenca's Orchid Garden.

Downtown Cuenca