A historic cathedral with multiple domes and a bell tower.

Cuenca Hotel Guide. Hotels in Downtown Cuenca, Cuenca, Ecuador

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Our top choices for Downtown Cuenca hotels

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1. Santa Lucia House - Forum

Santa Lucia House - Forum
4.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (526 reviews)
"Friendly staff and nice breakfast menu"
United States
Marcela
The price is €50
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Santa Lucia House - Forum
Restaurant

2. Vaway Hotel

Vaway Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (148 reviews)
"Great price. Nice rooftop restaurant. Central location"
United States
David
The price is €52
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Vaway Hotel
Courtyard

3. Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (374 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 €99
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel
Lunch and dinner served

4. 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 €64
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Hotel Boutique Los Balcones
Restaurant

5. Hotel NASS Casa del Aguila

Hotel NASS Casa del Aguila
3.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (79 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Michael D
The price is €31
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Hotel NASS Casa del Aguila
Superior Duplex, 1 Bedroom

6. Hotel Raymipampa

Hotel Raymipampa
3.5 star property
Downtown Cuenca
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (75 reviews)
"Everything about my stay has been fantastic! The hotel has old world charm and the staff have been superb! My every need has been taken care of. "
United States
Cheistopher
The price is €66
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Hotel Raymipampa
Family Apartment | Living area

7. Santa Lucia Suites - Barranco

Santa Lucia Suites - Barranco
3.5 star property
Downtown Cuenca
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (38 reviews)
"I stayed in the 2 bedroom apartment and had a wonderful time with my daughter. The place is beautiful, just like the pics. I loved the balcony (even though I didn’t enjoy it because we were always out, it was nice to have). The location was perfect. You can walk to historic district, local market, the park. The best part was having a washer/dryer. I love being able to come home with clean clothes."
United States
Martha
The price is €49
29 Aug - 30 Aug
Santa Lucia Suites - Barranco
32-inch Smart TV with cable channels, Netflix, first-run films

8. Hotel Pegasus

Hotel Pegasus
3.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
The price is €67
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Hotel Pegasus
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

9. 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 €62
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Hotel Valgus
Living area

10. Hotel NASS del Sur

Hotel NASS del Sur
3.5 star property
Downtown Cuenca
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (4 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 €22
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Hotel NASS del Sur
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

11. Morenica del Rosario

Morenica del Rosario
3.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (141 reviews)
"I liked"
United States
Maria
The price is €38
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Morenica del Rosario
Deluxe Room

12. KINTU PLAZA HOSPEDAJE

KINTU PLAZA HOSPEDAJE
3.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
The price is €32
7 Aug - 8 Aug
KINTU PLAZA HOSPEDAJE
Hallway

13. Casa Blanca Cuenca

Casa Blanca Cuenca
4.5 star property
Downtown Cuenca
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay and was grateful for the group of people that attended us. They did a wonderful job and I appreciate their help. Thank you!"
United States
Yessenia
The price is €49
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Casa Blanca Cuenca
Terrace/patio

14. NASS Central Garden

NASS Central Garden
3.5 star property
Downtown Cuenca
7.6 out of 10, Good, (37 reviews)
"Excelente "
Mexico
Alfredo
The price is €26
16 Aug - 17 Aug
NASS Central Garden
Premium bedding, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

15. Hotel Azul de la Plaza

Hotel Azul de la Plaza
3.5 star property
Downtown Cuenca
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (66 reviews)
"Very convenient location… extremely helpful and friendly staff… English and Spanish spoken… comfortable bed… setting areas located on each floor… Bathroom was small (in the room I was in) but very functional with hot water available… I will be staying here the next time I’m in Cuenca."
United States
Horace P
The price is €29
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Hotel Azul de la Plaza
Lobby sitting area

16. Pepe's House Cuenca I Boutique Hotel

Pepe's House Cuenca I Boutique Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (21 reviews)
"Breakfast was amazing! Would recommend staying here."
United States
Ronald
The price is €46
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Pepe's House Cuenca I Boutique Hotel
Reception

17. El Dorado Hotel

El Dorado Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (230 reviews)
"Very good"
United States
Maria Fabiola
The price is €94
31 Aug - 1 Sept
El Dorado Hotel
Restaurant

18. 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 €47
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Hotel Boutique La Ronda by Chat Noir
Exterior detail

19. 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 €198
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Parc Royale Suites Hotel
Garden

20. 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 €59
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Hotel Boutique Casa Montalvo Cuenca
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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
374 reviews
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Exterior detail
Parc Royale Suites Hotel
3.5 star property
10.0
Exceptional
26 reviews
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Reception
Santa Lucia House - Forum
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
526 reviews
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Superior Duplex, 1 Bedroom
Hotel Raymipampa
3.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
75 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 Plaza Rotary Market 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, University of Cuenca's Orchid Garden and Plaza Rotary Market 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 Pumapungo Archaeological Park 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

8/10 Good
"Staff are Great, lovely Hotel. Shower was problematic, as soon is it is hot; it’s too hot. So one adjusts it to colder, then too cold, and could not regulate the temperature. Constantly going back and forth; ruining the morning shower experience. It was the same last year as well."
chris 2-night trip
Posted 1 day 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 University of Cuenca's Orchid Garden 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, TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Cuenca. This hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Other good choices for your stay in the area include Vaway Hotel 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 Casa de los Arcos Art Museum, Sombrero Museum or Las Conceptas Museum in Downtown Cuenca. University of Cuenca's Orchid Garden 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, Convent of the Assumption and Museum of Extreme Art. 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.