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1. QUINTA MARIA ISABEL

Gualaceo

HK$381

HK$381 total

16 Aug - 17 Aug

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

2. Arhaná Hostería Resort

Gualaceo

Juan

HK$549

HK$549 total

16 Aug - 17 Aug

Iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi, individually decorated

3. Uzhupud Garden Hotel & lodge

Paute

Sonia

HK$1,035

HK$1,139 total

17 Aug - 18 Aug

4. Four Points By Sheraton Cuenca

Cuenca

Gisella

HK$816

HK$898 total

16 Aug - 17 Aug

5. Villa Ana Maria Cuenca

Cuenca

JUAN CARLOS

HK$847

HK$847 total

27 Aug - 28 Aug

Premium bedding, down duvets, blackout curtains

6. Killary Lodge

Solano

maria elena

HK$989

HK$989 total

16 Aug - 17 Aug

Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, blackout curtains

7. Naturhotel

Turi

Michelle Priscila

HK$462

HK$462 total

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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

8. Hotel Valgus

Downtown Cuenca

Osmin

HK$546

HK$600 total

17 Aug - 18 Aug

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

9. TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir

Downtown Cuenca

Edison

HK$660

HK$726 total

19 Aug - 20 Aug

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

10. Casa Firenza

Downtown Cuenca

Simi

HK$1,356

HK$1,356 total

14 Aug - 15 Aug

2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch and dinner served

11. Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

Downtown Cuenca

Carla

HK$874

HK$961 total

18 Aug - 19 Aug

2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

12. ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional

Downtown Cuenca

Taivon

HK$1,138

HK$1,252 total

16 Aug - 17 Aug

Premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds, minibar

13. El Dorado Hotel

Downtown Cuenca

Maria Fabiola

HK$629

HK$691 total

17 Aug - 18 Aug

14. Santa Lucia House - Forum

Downtown Cuenca

Marcela

HK$392

HK$431 total

9 Sept - 10 Sept

15. NASS Bed & Breakfast

Downtown Cuenca

Mafer

HK$210

HK$210 total

16 Aug - 17 Aug

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

16. KINTU PLAZA HOSPEDAJE

Downtown Cuenca

HK$636

HK$636 total

14 Aug - 15 Aug

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, individually decorated

17. Estancia Jardín de Teresita

Tarqui

Daniel

HK$282

HK$282 total

14 Aug - 15 Aug

18. Hotel Norte

Downtown Cuenca

"The advantage was that the hotel is within walking distance of the main bus terminal and close to a tram stop. The shower also had amply supply of hot water. But the staff could use with better training in customer service. You should not have to wait several minutes when you arrive at 5:30 pm for someone to open up the door to check you in. The staff also had trouble finding my reservation once I did check in. "

Thomas

HK$247

HK$247 total

14 Aug - 15 Aug

32-inch Smart TV with satellite channels

19. Hotel Boutique La Ronda by Chat Noir

Downtown Cuenca

Elizabeth

HK$365

HK$365 total

18 Aug - 19 Aug

20. Casa de las Rosas

Cuenca Historic Center

Juan

HK$191

HK$191 total

18 Aug - 19 Aug

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Top Principal Hotel Reviews

Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

10/10 Excellent

"El personal muy atento y cordial. El hotel está muy bien situado en el centro de la ciudad."

Hotel Italia Cuenca - Tranvía Centro y Aeropuerto

10/10 Excellent

"Close to airport, bus terminal and tran via."

Rioné Hotel Boutique

10/10 Excellent

"Todo el personal es muy atento.. esta en la parte de Cuenca Moderno caminando esta a unos 15min del centro historico.. el anfitrion del restaurante es muy gentil Habitaciones limpias con todo lo necesario"

El Dorado Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Buena ubicación y parqueadero conveniente, el personal atento y supo resolver problemas. Solo tomar en cuenta que el precio marcado en la plataforma no incluye el IVA del 15% si eres Ecuatoriano."

Vaway Hotel

8/10 Good

"Ubicación, instalaciones y desayuno muy bueno. La recepcionista Paulina algo tosca en el trato al cliente, los otros recepcionistas muy amables."

Santa Lucia House - Forum

10/10 Excellent

"A wonderful little hotel in the heart of Cuenca. The great staff, always welcoming and helpful makes us feel like family. The free breakfast never disappoints and free parking make the Forum a good value. This is our go to place when visiting Cuenca."

NASS Central Garden

10/10 Excellent

"Lindo"

Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"El hotel muy lindo y su encanto especial, lo único un poco incomodo la cama muy pequena"

Hotel Boutique La Ronda by Chat Noir

8/10 Good

"It is a very cute hotel in the center of of Cuenca's historic district close to very good restaurants. The neighborhood is safe and clean. That being said, it is a busy loud area and my room had a street side balcony. So if you have sleep issues this isn't a good choice for you. The amenities were few but I did appreciate being able to refill my water. Also, I found the cats adorable but if you are allergic you need to be aware of them."

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Check Inn B&B - Hostel

General Torres 8-82 y Simon Bolivar Cuenca Azuay

HK$155

HK$155 total

18 Aug - 19 Aug

El Cafecito Hostel Cuenca

Mariano Cueva 1128 Cuenca

HK$247

HK$247 total

14 Aug - 15 Aug

8.8/10 Excellent! (6 reviews)

Hotel Italia Cuenca

Avenida España Cuenca Azuay

HK$377

HK$377 total

6 Sept - 7 Sept

Casa Sierra

Av. Manuel J Calle 2-100 Cuenca Azuay

HK$403

HK$403 total

19 Aug - 20 Aug

Casa 11-24 by Casa Bolivar

Estévez de Toral Cuenca Azuay

HK$463

HK$463 total

15 Aug - 16 Aug

Miraflores Hotel Casa Blanca Cuenca

010150 Cuenca Azuay

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8/10 Very good! (1 review)

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place for a stay in Principal?

Four Points By Sheraton Cuenca, located 20.5 mi (33 km) from the heart of Principal, is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Other good options for your stay in the area are TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir and Vaway Hotel. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Principal.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Principal has to offer?

Lugar para relajarse con tu familia, cerca de la ciudad al mismo tiempo alejado.: This holiday home rental outside of Principal offers an outdoor pool, a patio and a BBQ to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. It has 5 bedrooms, in addition to a kitchen with a fridge and a stovetop. You and your friends and family can relax into your holiday with amenities such as a garden. See all vacation rentals in Principal.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Principal, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Principal.

What is staying in Principal like?

Travellers to Principal will find plenty to explore and enjoy. There are 271 hotels and other accommodation options in the surrounding area. Find out more about Principal.

What is there to see in Principal?

Places to visit in the wider area include Gualaceo Market, Ecuagenera Orchids and Rio Tomebamba. You'll also find Gualaceo Church and Adrenalina Kart Racing in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Principal guide.

What's the weather like in Principal?

The hottest months are usually November and October, with an average temperature of 13°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 11°C. The rainiest months in Principal are April, March, February and January, with each month seeing an average of 327 mm of rainfall.

Principal hotels from HK$155

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Our top choices for Principal hotels

1. QUINTA MARIA ISABEL

2. Arhaná Hostería Resort

3. Uzhupud Garden Hotel & lodge

4. Four Points By Sheraton Cuenca

5. Villa Ana Maria Cuenca

6. Killary Lodge

7. Naturhotel

8. Hotel Valgus

9. TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir

10. Casa Firenza

11. Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

12. ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional

13. El Dorado Hotel

14. Santa Lucia House - Forum

15. NASS Bed & Breakfast

16. KINTU PLAZA HOSPEDAJE

17. Estancia Jardín de Teresita

18. Hotel Norte

19. Hotel Boutique La Ronda by Chat Noir

20. Casa de las Rosas

Top Principal Hotel Reviews

Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

Hotel Italia Cuenca - Tranvía Centro y Aeropuerto

Rioné Hotel Boutique

El Dorado Hotel

Vaway Hotel

Santa Lucia House - Forum

NASS Central Garden

Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

Hotel Boutique La Ronda by Chat Noir

More cheap stays in Principal

Check Inn B&B - Hostel

El Cafecito Hostel Cuenca

Hotel Italia Cuenca

Casa Sierra

Casa 11-24 by Casa Bolivar

Miraflores Hotel Casa Blanca Cuenca

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