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Hotel Pegasus

Hotel Pegasus
3.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
The price is HK$373
HK$373 total
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Hotel Pegasus
Interior detail

Casa Firenza

Casa Firenza
5.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (25 reviews)
"Great place to stay in the city."
United States
Simi
The price is HK$1,101
HK$1,101 total
16 Jul - 17 Jul
Casa Firenza
Reception

Santa Lucia House - Forum

Santa Lucia House - Forum
4.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (521 reviews)
"Friendly staff and nice breakfast menu"
United States
Marcela
The price is HK$444
HK$489 total
16 Jul - 17 Jul
Santa Lucia House - Forum
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir

TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir
4.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (488 reviews)
"Amazing hotel great customer service and location"
United States
Grecia
The price is HK$698
HK$767 total
18 Jul - 19 Jul
TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir
Lobby sitting area

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, (20 reviews)
"Breakfast was amazing! Would recommend staying here."
United States
Ronald
The price is HK$363
HK$417 total
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Pepe's House Cuenca I Boutique Hotel
Courtyard

Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (370 reviews)
"Our stay at Mansion Alcazar was amazing, the hotel is beautiful and very well kept, the staff are friendly and helpful. Great experience!"
United States
Maria
The price is HK$889
HK$978 total
16 Jul - 17 Jul
Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel
Living area

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
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Hotel NASS del Sur
Terrace/patio

NASS Central Garden

NASS Central Garden
3.5 star property
Downtown Cuenca
7.6 out of 10, Good, (36 reviews)
"Excelente "
Mexico
Alfredo
The price is HK$230
HK$230 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
NASS Central Garden
Interior detail

Hotel & Suites El Quijote

Hotel & Suites El Quijote
3.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (13 reviews)
"This hotel is near everything. The breakfast was nice and filling."
United States
Scott M
The price is HK$254
HK$292 total
16 Jul - 17 Jul
Hotel & Suites El Quijote
Restaurant

Hotel NASS Casa del Aguila

Hotel NASS Casa del Aguila
3.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (76 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$256
HK$282 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Hotel NASS Casa del Aguila
Restaurant

Hotel Boutique La Ronda by Chat Noir

Hotel Boutique La Ronda by Chat Noir
3.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (62 reviews)
"Awesome place "
United States
Elizabeth
The price is HK$243
HK$243 total
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Hotel Boutique La Ronda by Chat Noir
Lunch and dinner served

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$498
HK$548 total
16 Jul - 17 Jul
Hotel Boutique Los Balcones
2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia
4.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (396 reviews)
"Everything was very clean, breakfast was great."
United States
Marcia
The price is HK$1,086
HK$1,195 total
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia
Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

KINTU PLAZA HOSPEDAJE

KINTU PLAZA HOSPEDAJE
3.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
The price is HK$323
HK$323 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
KINTU PLAZA HOSPEDAJE
Free daily continental breakfast

NASS Bed & Breakfast

NASS Bed & Breakfast
3.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
7.2 out of 10, Good, (15 reviews)
"Very good breakfast. The location is super close to everything. Highly recommended."
United States
Mafer
The price is HK$233
HK$233 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
NASS Bed & Breakfast
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

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$564 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Hotel Valgus
Restaurant

Vaway Hotel

Vaway Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (146 reviews)
"Great price. Nice rooftop restaurant. Central location"
United States
David
The price is HK$474
HK$474 total
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Vaway Hotel
Exterior

ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional

ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional
4.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (73 reviews)
"Great hotel, staff was really helpful."
United States
Taivon
The price is HK$1,137
HK$1,251 total
14 Jul - 15 Jul
ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional
Garden

Hotel Boutique Casa Montalvo Cuenca

Hotel Boutique Casa Montalvo Cuenca
3.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (67 reviews)
"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!"
United States
Xicotencatl
The price is HK$528
HK$528 total
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Hotel Boutique Casa Montalvo Cuenca
Exterior detail

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$1,079
HK$1,306 total
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Parc Royale Suites Hotel
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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Cuenca

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Garden
Hotel Boutique Casa Montalvo Cuenca
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
67 reviews
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Courtyard
Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
370 reviews
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Exterior
ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
73 reviews
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Reception
Santa Lucia House - Forum
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
521 reviews
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Interior detail
Casa Firenza
5.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
25 reviews
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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 Convent of the Assumption 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 picnic table with a bottle of beer, a glass, and a bag, overlooking a mountainous landscape with a llama in the distance.
Photo by Susie Alvarez
Open Photo by Susie Alvarez

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.
Photo by Botak Jon
Open Photo by Botak Jon

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.

A historic building with a tower, a fountain, and a street with pedestrians and vehicles.

El Barranco

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

Top Downtown Cuenca Hotel Reviews

Santa Lucia House - Forum

Santa Lucia House - Forum

10/10 Excellent
"Although I was only here for one night, I was very impressed. It was beautifully decorated and had a nice charm. The staff were excellent. Very friendly and professional. The included breakfast was delicious. The room was comfortable and clean. Centrally located. They let me keep my luggage there after I checked out as I had to wait 3hrs to access my Airbnb. I would absolutely stay here again. Very happy with my stay. Thank you."
Tasha 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Santa Lucia House - Forum

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 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 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 Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel and TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir.
How many hotels should I expect to find in the Downtown Cuenca area?
Expedia has 134 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 Casa de los Arcos Art Museum, Sombrero Museum or Las Conceptas Museum in Downtown Cuenca. Convent of the Assumption 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, Museum of Extreme Art and Museum of the Canari Identity. When you're sightseeing in Cuenca, Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga 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.