San Blas

Cuenca

The old cathedral taken from the shopping mall beside it
The old cathedral taken from the shopping mall beside it
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There is a relatively hidden gem high in the mountains of Cuenca, Ecuador called Mirador Del Turi, accessible by rental car or bus. During our trip in April, we found the most fun adult do-it-yourself play park with this makeshift lawn chair swing! For $5 they strap you in and release you to soar high above Cuenca's city to see what it feels like to be a bird. The great thing about Ecuador is that they use US dollars, so no exchange necessary!

To check out more photos of this awesome adult playground and to read more about where we ate and what we saw in Cuenca, here is the blog post: https://culturalfoodies.com/2017/11/02/cuenca-ecuador/

#cuenca #ecuador #southamerica #swing #travel
Taken from the roof; entrance fee USD2

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Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
Calle Bolivar 12-55 Y Tarqui Cuenca Azuay
The price is SAR 547 per night from Feb 13 to Feb 14
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13 Feb - 14 Feb
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Vaway Hotel

Vaway Hotel

3 out of 5
Padre Aguirre 8-17 y Mariscal Sucre Cuenca Azuay
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Convent of the Assumption and ...
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Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

4 out of 5
Antonio Borrero 8 44 Y Sucre Cuenca Azuay
The price is SAR 430 per night from Feb 10 to Feb 11
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SAR 473 total
10 Feb - 11 Feb
Book a stay at this boutique hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
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It was a very nice place and located very close to the main plaza.

Reviewed on 19 January 2026

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Hotel Boutique Magdalena By Chat Noir

Hotel Boutique Magdalena By Chat Noir

3 out of 5
Benigno Malo y Juan Jaramillo 9 - 48 Cuenca
The price is SAR 140 per night from Feb 4 to Feb 5
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4 Feb - 5 Feb
Stay at this hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and onsite spa services. Popular attractions Sombrero Museum and San Francisco Plaza Market are ...
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The hotel is in the middle of downtown. Surrounded by restaurants and sights of the city. The location and price were ideal. The place even had a jacuzzi and pool. The price was so reasonable. The place is old and has a charming beautiful rustic look.

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Casa de las Rosas

Casa de las Rosas

3 out of 5
Manuel Vega 12-57 entre Cuenca Azuay
Stay at this guesthouse in Cuenca. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and free airport drop-off. Popular attractions San Blas Park and Plaza Rotary Market ...
8/10 Very Good! (185 reviews)
Muy buen hotel. Cumple con lo necesario para pasar unos días en Cuenca

Reviewed on 26 November 2025

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Hotel Boutique La Ronda by Chat Noir

Hotel Boutique La Ronda by Chat Noir

2.5 out of 5
calle larga y presidente Borrero Cuenca Azuay
The price is SAR 137 per night from Feb 10 to Feb 11
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The staff was great and courteous! The hotel is charming, clean and eclectic! The room was clean and had all the amenities needed to perform business if needed. Free breakfasts were offered daily and were served hot and quickly. The guests were greeted by two friendly cats in the lobby. So if you're ...

Reviewed on 27 January 2026

Hotel Boutique La Ronda by Chat Noir
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Other neighborhoods around San Blas

A breathtaking panoramic drone view of Cuenca, Ecuador, showcasing the city's vibrant architecture, lush green spaces, and the Tomebamba River winding through its heart.

El Barranco

While visiting El Barranco, you might make a stop by sights like Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga and Puente Roto.

El Barranco
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.

Cuenca Historic Center
The old cathedral taken from the shopping mall beside it

Downtown Cuenca

Travelers come to Downtown Cuenca for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Convent of the Assumption and Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga while you're in town.

Downtown Cuenca
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Canaribamba

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Canaribamba and surrounding area, you can visit Puente Roto and Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga.

Canaribamba
Santa Ana de los Cuatro Ríos de Cuenca is a beautiful city surrounded by rivers.
It is widely regarded as the most European city in the country of Ecuador due to its 16th and 17th century era Spanish colonial architecture resembling cities and architecture throughout Spain.

Huayna-Cápac

While visiting Huayna-Cápac, you might make a stop by sights like Alejandro Serrano Aguilar Stadium and Cuenca Botanical Garden.

Huayna-Cápac
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El Vecino

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

El Vecino


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