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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Parc Royale Suites Hotel	3.5 star property	10.0 Exceptional 26 reviews	View
Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 376 reviews	View
Hotel Boutique Casa Montalvo Cuenca	3.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 67 reviews	View
Santa Lucia House - Forum	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 527 reviews	View
Hotel Raymipampa	3.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 75 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Cuenca

Find the best Downtown Cuenca areas and neighborhoods 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 Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga and jump on the metro at Gaspar Sangurima Tram Station to see more of the city.

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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, San Sebastian Plaza and University of Cuenca's Orchid Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.

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A cathedral with a large blue dome and multiple spires, set against a backdrop of mountains and a cityscape.

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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A picnic table with a bottle of beer, a glass, and a bag, overlooking a mountainous landscape with a llama in the distance.

Huayna-Cápac

While visiting Huayna-Cápac, you might make a stop by sights like Alejandro Serrano Aguilar Stadium and Museum of Metals.

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A mountainous landscape with a small lake and a prominent peak.

Totoracocha

Even though there aren't top sights in Totoracocha, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Puente Roto. Jump on the metro at Terminal Terrestre Station to see more of the city.

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Top Downtown Cuenca Hotel Reviews

El Dorado Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was very attentive to my and my family needs. Very polite and eager to help us. This hotel is located downtown near many restaurants, museums, and many historical sites."

Hotel Boutique La Ronda by Chat Noir

8/10 Good

"It is a very cute hotel in the center of of Cuenca's historic district close to very good restaurants. The neighborhood is safe and clean. That being said, it is a busy loud area and my room had a street side balcony. So if you have sleep issues this isn't a good choice for you. The amenities were few but I did appreciate being able to refill my water. Also, I found the cats adorable but if you are allergic you need to be aware of them."

Casa Firenza

10/10 Excellent

"What a fantastic hotel! I had an amazing stay and truly enjoyed every moment. The rooms were beautiful, spacious, spotless, and very comfortable. The food was delicious, with a great variety of options. The best part was the staff. Every employee was incredibly friendly, professional, and attentive. They went above and beyond to make sure I had a wonderful experience, and their excellent service made my stay even more enjoyable. The only small issue was that the hallway lights shined into the room at night, making it a little difficult to sleep. Even though there were curtains, they didn’t completely block the light. I hope this can be improved because everything else was absolutely perfect. I highly recommend this hotel and would definitely stay here again!"

NASS Central Garden

8/10 Good

"The place is an old "casona" from beginning of 1900. It is well maintained for the age but the wooden floors make sounds everytime you walk, but are especially noticeable at night when it's less noisy around the city. The place was clean, the room we got was bigger than we were supposed to get and that was a plus. The free breakfast had eggs, ham, sausages, white bread that you can toast, small delicious sweet bread buns, butter, and raspberry jam. Also, they add different kinds of fruits like apple, bananas, watermelon, and papaya. For drinks the options are juice(orange, lulo, tree tomato, papaya or watermelon), water, hot water for tea(chamomile, anis or mint) and black coffee. The coffee was not good so lower your expectations. The mattresses at the rooms were either to hard or to soft, but they were ok for the price range we paid. My lower back herniate disc was complaining after the third day at the venue. There was always a person at the reception desk during normal business hours."

NASS Bed & Breakfast

10/10 Excellent

"The staff is very friendly and the lighting and bedding are great, with plenty of blankets provided. However, the breakfast is just average. A major downside is the shower design, which causes the entire bathroom floor to get wet—this definitely needs to be fixed. Also, we could have used more towels during our stay."

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown Cuenca?

Downtown Cuenca is a historic neighborhood known for its array of dining options. Be sure to check out 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 traveler 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 accommodations 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! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer in Downtown Cuenca.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown Cuenca?

For more information about picking new dates or cancelling your trip to Downtown Cuenca, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do in this Cuenca neighborhood?

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 to visit in the neighborhood. 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.

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Our top choices for Downtown Cuenca hotels

1. Santa Lucia House - Forum

2. Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

3. Vaway Hotel

4. Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

5. ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional

6. Casa Firenza

7. TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir

8. El Dorado Hotel

9. Hotel Boutique Los Balcones

10. Hotel NASS Casa del Aguila

11. Hotel Boutique Casa Montalvo Cuenca

12. Hotel Pegasus

13. Hotel Azul de la Plaza

14. Santa Lucia Suites - Barranco

15. Hotel Raymipampa

16. Parc Royale Suites Hotel

17. Hotel Boutique La Ronda by Chat Noir

18. Pepe's House Cuenca I Boutique Hotel

19. NASS Central Garden

20. Hotel El Conquistador

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Where to stay in Downtown Cuenca

Cuenca Historic Center

San Sebastián

San Blas

Huayna-Cápac

Totoracocha

Top Downtown Cuenca Hotel Reviews

El Dorado Hotel

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