Find Historic Hotels in Cuenca

On vacation in Cuenca, historians and history buffs alike may want to plan a visit to the cathedral. Why not absorb the local color with a visit to the bars?

In Cuenca, there are 75 hotels and other accommodations bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Cuenca is notable for its cathedral and landmarks like Hanging Houses of Cuenca, Cuenca Cathedral, and San Pablo Footbridge. Cultural venues include Museum of Spanish Abstract Art, Museum of Palaeontology of Castilla-La Mancha, and Museo de la Semana Santa. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Castile-La Mancha Science Museum and Iglesia de San Pedro.

When you choose a historic hotel, you’ll sleep someplace that has a national historic designation. A castle, a palace or even a pub or an old police station can be considered a historic hotel provided that it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are typically preserved within the guestrooms or public spaces of these historic hotels in Cuenca, giving a real sense of character.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and building of a historic hotel tends to be what’s most significant. For a heritage hotel, it’s often the cultural value as well as how it inspired the community.

Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you’ve come to expect, though efforts have been made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the normal amenities found at a contemporary hotel should be available at a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Cuenca, don’t worry that you’ll find a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.