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Our top choices for Downtown Cuenca hotels

Hotel Pegasus

Hotel Pegasus
3.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
The price is HK$413
HK$413 total
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Hotel Pegasus

Casa Firenza

Casa Firenza
5.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (23 reviews)
"Great place to stay in the city."
United States
Simi
The price is HK$974
HK$974 total
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Casa Firenza

Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (365 reviews)
"A very beautiful classic Spanish architecture. Very helpful and kind staff. Delicious food"
United States
Julisa
The price is HK$700
HK$770 total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir

TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir
4.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (486 reviews)
"Amazing hotel great customer service and location"
United States
Grecia
The price is HK$667
HK$733 total
10 Jul - 11 Jul
TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir

Santa Lucia House - Forum

Santa Lucia House - Forum
4.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (517 reviews)
"Friendly staff and nice breakfast menu"
United States
Marcela
The price is HK$414
HK$456 total
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Santa Lucia House - Forum

Hotel Boutique Casa Montalvo Cuenca

Hotel Boutique Casa Montalvo Cuenca
3.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (66 reviews)
"I can't say enough about the Casa Montalvo team and how pleasant the place is. Just a beautiful small hotel that feels very comfortable and homey. Everyone is so sweet and attentive, and the breakfasts are gourmet. Wilmer is an amazing chef and manager. They go the extra mile to ensure guests have all they need to have a great stay in Cuenca. Great location too."
United States
Karen
The price is HK$528
HK$528 total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Hotel Boutique Casa Montalvo Cuenca

ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional

ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional
4.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (71 reviews)
"Great hotel, staff was really helpful."
United States
Taivon
The price is HK$1,138
HK$1,251 total
30 Jun - 1 Jul
ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional

Parc Royale Suites Hotel

Parc Royale Suites Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Cuenca
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (26 reviews)
"The hotel made a great effort to make Christmas Eve a very special moment for our family, we had a very good time. Cuenca was a lovely city."
United States
Gina
The price is HK$1,000
HK$1,210 total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Parc Royale Suites Hotel

Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia
4.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (394 reviews)
"Everything was very clean, breakfast was great."
United States
Marcia
The price is HK$970
HK$1,067 total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

Hotel NASS del Sur

Hotel NASS del Sur
3.5 star property
Downtown Cuenca
7.4 out of 10, Good, (3 reviews)
"The hotel was closed, The hotel was a total scam; I couldn't stay there because it was closed and padlocked from the outside. I had to make a new reservation through the Orbitz website. It was a very unpleasant experience to discover that it was a scam."
United States
Marle
The price is HK$224
HK$224 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Hotel NASS del Sur

Vaway Hotel

Vaway Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (143 reviews)
"Very nice hotel in the middle of old Cuenca. Modern and very comfortable."
United States
Jimmy
The price is HK$474
HK$474 total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Vaway Hotel

Hotel Valgus

Hotel Valgus
3.5 star property
Downtown Cuenca
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (33 reviews)
"Nice, clean, and great customer service. "
United States
Osmin
The price is HK$513
HK$565 total
3 Jul - 4 Jul
Hotel Valgus

El Dorado Hotel

El Dorado Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (226 reviews)
"Our stay was great, staff was excellent "
United States
oscar
The price is HK$604
HK$664 total
28 Jun - 29 Jun
El Dorado Hotel

NASS Central Garden

NASS Central Garden
3.5 star property
Downtown Cuenca
7.6 out of 10, Good, (35 reviews)
"Excelente "
Mexico
Alfredo
The price is HK$203
HK$203 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
NASS Central Garden

Hotel NASS Casa del Aguila

Hotel NASS Casa del Aguila
3.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (74 reviews)
"A perfect stay. I would recommend it anytime and to anyone. Great value for money: service, amenities, breakfast, location, safety. A great choice and the venue has character and indisputable charm."
United States
Victor
The price is HK$248
HK$273 total
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Hotel NASS Casa del Aguila

Hotel Chat Noir Cuenca

Hotel Chat Noir Cuenca
3.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
7.8 out of 10, Good, (7 reviews)
"All went well, would definitely visit again. Only ask I would have would be to provide more pillows and towels. Room I reserved was for 5 people. We had 3 towels and 5 flat pillows. Other than that, please was clean, staff was courteous and provided great tour tips. "
United States
Shajayra
The price is HK$191
HK$191 total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Hotel Chat Noir Cuenca

Hotel Boutique Los Balcones

Hotel Boutique Los Balcones
3.5 star property
Downtown Cuenca
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (343 reviews)
"Clean and good location "
United States
Erick G.
The price is HK$474
HK$522 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Hotel Boutique Los Balcones

Hotel & Suites El Quijote

Hotel & Suites El Quijote
3.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (12 reviews)
"This hotel is near everything. The breakfast was nice and filling."
United States
Scott M
The price is HK$265
HK$304 total
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Hotel & Suites El Quijote

Casa 11-24 by Casa Bolivar

Casa 11-24 by Casa Bolivar
2.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Clean room, good size room, comfortable beds. The place was clean and very good location. The lady in charge very nice, very good breakfast. I totally recommend the place."
United States
Carlos
The price is HK$514
HK$514 total
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Casa 11-24 by Casa Bolivar

Pepe's House Cuenca I Boutique Hotel

Pepe's House Cuenca I Boutique Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (19 reviews)
"Breakfast was amazing! Would recommend staying here."
United States
Ronald
The price is HK$417
HK$479 total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Pepe's House Cuenca I Boutique Hotel
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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Cuenca

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Exterior detail
Parc Royale Suites Hotel
3.5 star property
10.0
Exceptional
26 reviews
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Garden
Hotel Boutique Casa Montalvo Cuenca
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
66 reviews
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Exterior
ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
71 reviews
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Courtyard
Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
365 reviews
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Interior detail
Casa Firenza
5.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
23 reviews
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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

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 Sebastián

While San Sebastián isn't home to many top sights, San Sebastian Plaza and San Francisco Plaza Market are some notable places to visit nearby.

San Blas

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

Huayna-Cápac

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

El Barranco

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

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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 Convent of the Assumption and Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga as part of your Downtown Cuenca travel plans.
Where is the best place to stay in Downtown Cuenca?
Based on our traveller data, Vaway Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Cuenca. This hotel offers a restaurant and a rooftop terrace. Other good choices for your stay in the area include Santa Lucia House - Forum and Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel.
How many hotels should I expect to find in the Downtown Cuenca area?
Expedia has 130 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. Convent of the Assumption and Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga 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, Museum of Extreme Art and University of Cuenca's Orchid Garden. When you're sightseeing in Cuenca, Museum of the Canari Identity and Inter-American Center of Popular Arts 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.