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 Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga and San Sebastian Plaza 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 TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir and Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel .

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

Expedia has 133 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. Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga and San Sebastian Plaza 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, University of Cuenca's Orchid Garden and Museum of the Canari Identity 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.

Downtown Cuenca Hotels: 2026 Top 10 Downtown Cuenca Hotels with Limited-Time Deals @Expedia

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Our top choices for Downtown Cuenca hotels

1. Santa Lucia House - Forum

Downtown Cuenca

Marcela

HK$365 total

21 Sept - 22 Sept

2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch and dinner served

2. Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

Downtown Cuenca

Carla

HK$961 total

22 Aug - 23 Aug

3. El Dorado Hotel

Downtown Cuenca

Maria Fabiola

HK$690 total

5 Sept - 6 Sept

4. Vaway Hotel

Downtown Cuenca

Javier

HK$474 total

23 Aug - 24 Aug

5. ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional

Downtown Cuenca

Taivon

HK$1,251 total

22 Aug - 23 Aug

6. Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

Downtown Cuenca

Carlos

HK$691 total

13 Sept - 14 Sept

7. Casa Firenza

Downtown Cuenca

Angela

HK$1,270 total

23 Aug - 24 Aug

Premium bedding, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

8. Hotel Azul de la Plaza

Downtown Cuenca

Michael

HK$257 total

31 Aug - 1 Sept

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

9. TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir

Downtown Cuenca

Edison

HK$843 total

27 Aug - 28 Aug

10. Hotel Boutique Los Balcones

Downtown Cuenca

Erick G.

HK$522 total

19 Sept - 20 Sept

11. Hotel Boutique Casa Montalvo Cuenca

Downtown Cuenca

"I can’t begin to say how amazing our stay was here! The staff was UNBELIEVABLY KIND! They went out of their way to accommodate us and truly went above and beyond during our entire stay! One of the things that impressed me was that they are so intricate and detailed in their decor and their attention to detail, particularly for the breakfast was amazing! I have recommended this place to all of our friends and family and plan to come back here!"

Xicotencatl

HK$528 total

22 Aug - 23 Aug

Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

12. Hotel El Conquistador

Downtown Cuenca

JOSE E

HK$506 total

19 Sept - 20 Sept

13. Hotel Boutique La Ronda by Chat Noir

Downtown Cuenca

Elizabeth

HK$360 total

27 Aug - 28 Aug

14. Santa Lucia Suites - Barranco

Downtown Cuenca

Joan

HK$392 total

23 Aug - 24 Aug

15. Parc Royale Suites Hotel

Downtown Cuenca

Patricio

HK$1,440 total

31 Aug - 1 Sept

32-inch Smart TV with cable channels, Netflix, first-run films

16. Hotel Pegasus

Downtown Cuenca

HK$503 total

18 Sept - 19 Sept

Down duvets, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, blackout curtains

17. Hotel Raymipampa

Downtown Cuenca

Cheistopher

HK$595 total

22 Aug - 23 Aug

18. Hotel Spa Santa Ana

Downtown Cuenca

Luis

HK$642 total

22 Aug - 23 Aug

19. Pepe's House Cuenca I Boutique Hotel

Downtown Cuenca

Ronald

HK$372 total

23 Aug - 24 Aug

20. Hotel Chat Noir Cuenca

Downtown Cuenca

Shajayra

HK$381 total

22 Aug - 23 Aug

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Parc Royale Suites Hotel	3.5 star property	10.0 Exceptional 27 reviews	View
Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 377 reviews	View
Hotel Boutique Casa Montalvo Cuenca	3.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 69 reviews	View
Santa Lucia House - Forum	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 529 reviews	View
ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 74 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Cuenca

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

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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.

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San Sebastián

While San Sebastián isn't home to many top sights, San Sebastian Plaza and Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga are some notable places to visit nearby.

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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.

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Huayna-Cápac

If you're spending some time in Huayna-Cápac, Alejandro Serrano Aguilar Stadium and Museum of Metals are top sights worth seeing.

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El Barranco

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

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Top Downtown Cuenca Hotel Reviews

Vaway Hotel

8/10 Good

"es una excelente opción. Lo mejor de todo es su ubicación, ideal para moverse por la zona, y la atención del personal, que fue muy amable en todo momento. El desayuno también estuvo riquísimo y muy completo. El único defecto que encontré es que el baño no contaba con extractor ni ventilación para la evacuación de olores, lo cual resulta algo incómodo. De no ser por ese detalle, la experiencia habría sido perfecta. Aún así, lo recomiendo."

TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir

10/10 Excellent

"My wife and I enjoyed our stay at TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir. The room was immaculately clean and beautifully decorated, providing a cozy and welcoming atmosphere with espectacular panoramic view through cristal clear glass windows from the presidencial suite six floor. The bathroom was super large and beautifully decorated with brand new shower and white clean towels and bathroom amenities. The staff went above and beyond to make us feel welcome. The breakfast buffet and dinner were delicious offering a variety of excellent food. The location was perfect, within walking distance from Centro Histórico, new and old cathedrals, parque Calderon, Ruinas de Pumapungo, Puente Roto, Barranco, Escalinatas, Río Tomebamba, Planetario, Turi and brand new Mall del Alto with outstanding panoramic view. I strongly recommend this hotel."

Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel feels like a real mansion with classic furnitures. Room was large and very clean. Location can’t be better, surrounded by so many restaurants and cafes, it’s hard to count. Definitely try Goza Restaurant/Bar, located 6 minutes from the hotel. STAFF: hands down staff is the biggest asset at the hotel, they are kind, professional and extremely knowledgeable. Big shoutouts go Adrian and specially Cristina. She was patient and reorganized my detailed itinerary to be more time efficient :)"

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Our top choices for Downtown Cuenca hotels

1. Santa Lucia House - Forum

2. Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

3. El Dorado Hotel

4. Vaway Hotel

5. ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional

6. Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

7. Casa Firenza

8. Hotel Azul de la Plaza

9. TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir

10. Hotel Boutique Los Balcones

11. Hotel Boutique Casa Montalvo Cuenca

12. Hotel El Conquistador

13. Hotel Boutique La Ronda by Chat Noir

14. Santa Lucia Suites - Barranco

15. Parc Royale Suites Hotel

16. Hotel Pegasus

17. Hotel Raymipampa

18. Hotel Spa Santa Ana

19. Pepe's House Cuenca I Boutique Hotel

20. Hotel Chat Noir Cuenca

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Where to stay in Downtown Cuenca

Cuenca Historic Center

San Sebastián

San Blas

Huayna-Cápac

El Barranco

Top Downtown Cuenca Hotel Reviews

Vaway Hotel

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