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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Parc Royale Suites Hotel	3.5 star property	10.0 Exceptional 26 reviews	View
Hotel Boutique Casa Montalvo Cuenca	3.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 65 reviews	View
Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 361 reviews	View
ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 70 reviews	View
Santa Lucia House - Forum	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 512 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Cuenca

Find the best Downtown Cuenca areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Panoramic view of the historical center of city Cuenca at the valley with its many churches. Ecuador

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.

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San Sebastián

While San Sebastián isn't home to many top sights, San Sebastian Plaza and Convent of the Assumption 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 Convent of the Assumption.

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Top Downtown Cuenca Hotel Reviews

Santa Lucia House - Forum

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed there for a long weekend. We were 8 people in four rooms. The hotel is located in the heart of the historical district, walking distance from Cuenca’s main attractions. The staff was amazing, incredibly helpful, accommodating and went out of their way to please us. They were truly outstanding. Will definitely stay there again."

Hotel Azul de la Plaza

10/10 Excellent

"The location is great, right across from a beautiful park and church with restaurants across the park. The room was nice but was missing the shower door and the floor could have been cleaner. The staff were awesome, helpful and friendly. The coffee was good but the breakfast was just okay although the scrambled eggs were great. Overall I would recommend and stay again."

ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing boutique Hotel, great staff and unique style. Perfect location, steps from the main square and cathedral. Highly recommend a splurge in getting the presidential suite, massive beautiful room & bathroom. Their roof top restaurant is great as well, we went for Martini and Jazz night. Also, don't miss out on their breakfast, it is delicious (try the local Ecuadorian ones)."

Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"I recently stayed at Mansión Alcázar in Cuenca, and the experience genuinely stayed with me. After a long day of travel involving buses, taxis, shuttles, heat, and exhaustion, I arrived tired and overwhelmed. The very first thing they offered me was a warm towel. That small gesture meant more than I can adequately explain. It immediately shifted the experience from “transaction” to “hospitality.” I had also been unexpectedly upgraded to a much larger room than the one I originally booked. The room itself was beautiful, quiet, elegant, and deeply calming, but what impressed me most was the feeling behind everything. Nothing felt cold or corporate. The hotel felt crafted rather than processed. One detail that particularly struck me was the room key. Instead of a generic plastic card, it was attached to a large, weighty medallion marked with my room number. It may sound small, but it completely changed the emotional texture of the stay for me. It felt intentional. Memorable. Human. Throughout my stay, the staff were warm, kind, and genuinely welcoming. The atmosphere carried a sense of dignity and calm that is increasingly rare. I have stayed in many hotels over the years, but this was one of the few places that made me pause and truly feel cared for. Thank you for such a memorable stay."

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 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, Santa Lucia House - Forum is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Cuenca. This hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. 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 130 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. Convent of the Assumption 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, 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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Hotel NASS del Sur

Hotel Valgus

Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

Santa Lucia House - Forum

TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir

Hotel Boutique La Ronda by Chat Noir

El Dorado Hotel

NASS Central Garden

KINTU PLAZA HOSPEDAJE

Hotel Pegasus

Casa Firenza

Hotel NASS Casa del Aguila

Vaway Hotel

Hotel Boutique Casa Montalvo Cuenca

ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional

Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

Hotel Chat Noir Cuenca

Hotel Azul de la Plaza

Hotel Boutique Los Balcones

Pepe's House Cuenca I Boutique Hotel

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Where to stay in Downtown Cuenca

Cuenca Historic Center

San Sebastián

San Blas

Huayna-Cápac

Puertas del Sol

Top Downtown Cuenca Hotel Reviews

Santa Lucia House - Forum

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