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Where to stay in El Barranco

Find the best El Barranco areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Downtown Cuenca

Downtown Cuenca is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by University of Cuenca's Orchid Garden and Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga while in the area.

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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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Top El Barranco Hotel Reviews

Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

10/10 Excellent

"Un lugar céntrico con todo lo que se puede necesitar. La comida del restaurant muy buena y el personal muy amable"

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 El Barranco?

You'll be sure to have fun exploring Cuenca's El Barranco neighbourhood. Are you looking for El Barranco travel tips? Make sure that you visit Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga and Puente Roto while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in El Barranco?

Based on our traveller data, Santa Lucia Suites - Barranco is one of the top choices for your stay in El Barranco. This aparthotel offers in-room kitchens and free WiFi. Other good choices for your stay in the area include Hotel Boutique La Ronda by Chat Noir and KINTU PLAZA HOSPEDAJE.

How many hotels can I expect to find in the El Barranco area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Cuenca, choose from one of Expedia's 15 hotels and other accommodation options in El Barranco.

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

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available in El Barranco.

What is there to do around this Cuenca neighbourhood?

Sights like Museum of the Aboriginal Cultures and Sombrero Museum can be part of your cultural tour of El Barranco. Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga and Puente Roto are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around El Barranco include Inter-American Center of Popular Arts, Las Conceptas Museum and Cuenca Municipal Planetarium. When you're sightseeing in Cuenca, Museum of the Canari Identity and Alejandro Serrano Aguilar Stadium are also worth a stop.

Cuenca Hotel Guide. Hotels in El Barranco, Cuenca, Ecuador

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KINTU PLAZA HOSPEDAJE

Hotel Boutique La Ronda by Chat Noir

Santa Lucia Suites - Barranco

ART DECO CUENCA

Estancia San Juan

Killary Lodge

Hosteria Durán

Uzhupud Garden Hotel & lodge

Arhaná Hostería Resort

QUINTA MARIA ISABEL

Villa Ana Maria Cuenca

Naturhotel

Miraflores Hotel Casa Blanca Cuenca

Oro Verde Cuenca

Hotel Valgus

Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

Four Points By Sheraton Cuenca

Parc Royale Suites Hotel

ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional

Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

Where to stay in El Barranco

Downtown Cuenca

Cuenca Historic Center

San Sebastián

San Blas

Huayna-Cápac

Top El Barranco Hotel Reviews

Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

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