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 140 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.

Downtown Cuenca hotels, Cuenca, Ecuador: Cuenca Hotel Guide

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Our top choices for Downtown Cuenca hotels

1. Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

Downtown Cuenca

Lauren

13 Sept - 14 Sept

2. Santa Lucia House - Forum

Downtown Cuenca

Mariana

11 Oct - 12 Oct

3. Vaway Hotel

Downtown Cuenca

Javier

13 Sept - 14 Sept

4. Pepe's House Cuenca I Boutique Hotel

Downtown Cuenca

Ronald

14 Sept - 15 Sept

5. El Dorado Cuenca

Downtown Cuenca

oscar

13 Sept - 14 Sept

6. Boutique Town House Blanca Hotel Cuenca

Downtown Cuenca

David

12 Sept - 13 Sept

7. Hotel Boutique La Ronda by Chat Noir

Downtown Cuenca

Elizabeth

27 Sept - 28 Sept

8. Hotel Azul de la Plaza

Downtown Cuenca

Michael

14 Sept - 15 Sept

9. 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

12 Sept - 13 Sept

10. Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

Downtown Cuenca

Carla

13 Sept - 14 Sept

11. Hotel Valgus

Downtown Cuenca

Luis

4 Oct - 5 Oct

12. Hotel Raymipampa

Downtown Cuenca

Catherine

12 Sept - 13 Sept

13. Hotel Boutique Los Balcones

Downtown Cuenca

Erick G.

11 Oct - 12 Oct

14. ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional

Downtown Cuenca

Taivon

13 Sept - 14 Sept

15. Hotel NASS Continental

Downtown Cuenca

Julio

13 Sept - 14 Sept

16. Santa Lucia Suites - Barranco

Downtown Cuenca

Michelle

11 Oct - 12 Oct

17. TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir

Downtown Cuenca

Edison

11 Oct - 12 Oct

18. Morenica del Rosario

Downtown Cuenca

Maria

15 Sept - 16 Sept

19. NASS Central Garden

Downtown Cuenca

Alfredo

13 Sept - 14 Sept

20. Parc Royale Suites Hotel

Downtown Cuenca

Cesar

15 Sept - 16 Sept

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 383 reviews	View
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
Santa Lucia House - Forum	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 534 reviews	View
ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 77 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Cuenca

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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 Cuenca Botanical Garden are top sights worth seeing.

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El Barranco

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Top Downtown Cuenca Hotel Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

"Excelente."

Hotel Azul de la Plaza

10/10 Excellent

"I had arrived early and was able to check in early as I had mentioned in my messages to the staff at the hotel. Everyone was very helpful. The room was very clean and comfortable. The area is very quiet at night so I had some great sleeps over my time there. The breakfast was very well done with unlimited coffee. I absolutely loved my stay there and will go again."

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Our top choices for Downtown Cuenca hotels

1. Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

2. Santa Lucia House - Forum

3. Vaway Hotel

4. Pepe's House Cuenca I Boutique Hotel

5. El Dorado Cuenca

6. Boutique Town House Blanca Hotel Cuenca

7. Hotel Boutique La Ronda by Chat Noir

8. Hotel Azul de la Plaza

9. Hotel Boutique Casa Montalvo Cuenca

10. Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

11. Hotel Valgus

12. Hotel Raymipampa

13. Hotel Boutique Los Balcones

14. ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional

15. Hotel NASS Continental

16. Santa Lucia Suites - Barranco

17. TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir

18. Morenica del Rosario

19. NASS Central Garden

20. Parc Royale Suites Hotel

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