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 Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel and Santa Lucia House - Forum .

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

Expedia has 141 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 Convent of the Assumption, 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.

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Our top choices for Downtown Cuenca hotels

1. Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

Downtown Cuenca

Lauren

HK$632 total

16 Sept - 17 Sept

2. Santa Lucia House - Forum

Downtown Cuenca

Gabriel

HK$374 total

16 Oct - 17 Oct

3. ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional

Downtown Cuenca

Taivon

HK$1,203 total

16 Sept - 17 Sept

4. Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

Downtown Cuenca

Carla

HK$932 total

16 Sept - 17 Sept

5. El Dorado Cuenca

Downtown Cuenca

oscar

HK$647 total

27 Sept - 28 Sept

6. Vaway Hotel

Downtown Cuenca

Javier

HK$474 total

16 Sept - 17 Sept

7. Hotel Valgus

Downtown Cuenca

Luis

HK$480 total

20 Sept - 21 Sept

8. Casa Firenza

Downtown Cuenca

Angela

HK$1,059 total

17 Sept - 18 Sept

9. Pepe's House Cuenca I Boutique Hotel

Downtown Cuenca

Ronald

HK$399 total

21 Sept - 22 Sept

10. Parc Royale Suites Hotel

Downtown Cuenca

Cesar

HK$1,441 total

16 Sept - 17 Sept

11. Hotel Azul de la Plaza

Downtown Cuenca

Michael

HK$349 total

19 Sept - 20 Sept

12. TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir

Downtown Cuenca

Edison

HK$683 total

11 Oct - 12 Oct

13. 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

16 Sept - 17 Sept

14. Hotel NASS Continental

Downtown Cuenca

Julio

HK$256 total

21 Sept - 22 Sept

15. Hotel Boutique Los Balcones

Downtown Cuenca

Erick G.

HK$522 total

14 Oct - 15 Oct

16. Hotel Boutique La Ronda by Chat Noir

Downtown Cuenca

Elizabeth

HK$212 total

14 Oct - 15 Oct

17. Santa Lucia Suites - Barranco

Downtown Cuenca

HK$440 total

14 Oct - 15 Oct

18. Hotel NASS del Sur

Downtown Cuenca

Tanya E

HK$201 total

21 Sept - 22 Sept

19. Hotel Pegasus

Downtown Cuenca

HK$503 total

15 Oct - 16 Oct

20. Hotel Raymipampa

Downtown Cuenca

Catherine

HK$595 total

16 Sept - 17 Sept

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Cuenca

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Parc Royale Suites Hotel	3.5 star property	10.0 Exceptional 28 reviews	View
Hotel Boutique Casa Montalvo Cuenca	3.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 69 reviews	View
Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 383 reviews	View
ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 77 reviews	View
Hotel Raymipampa	3.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 76 reviews	View

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.

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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 Cuenca Botanical Garden are top sights worth seeing.

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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.

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Top Downtown Cuenca Hotel Reviews

Hotel NASS del Sur

10/10 Excellent

"It was the best experience staying in this hotel . Everything was perfect the Staff . Our Host Mike was amazing he made sure we had anything we needed taking care of . The food was high quality cooked to perfection and plated beautifully not to mention the attention of the waiters. The administrator was awesome he had high knowledge of history and his attention to detail was great. The hotel is set on the edge of a volcano with large wall windows that looked inside the volcano laying in your bed and on the other side with an extraordinary city view. We could see the sunrise on one side and the sundown on the other. I strongly recommend this hotel 100%. I will definitely stay here again. I did not meet the owners but my congregation on the super well staff he has and the administrator."