Quinta Chica Travel Guide
Cuenca
Visit Quinta Chica
Popular places to visit

Calderon Park
Calderon Park is just one of the places to see in Cuenca, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's riverfront or visit its cathedral.

Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga
You can find out about the history of Cuenca with a visit to Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the cathedral in this culturally rich area.

New Cathedral of Cuenca
After visiting New Cathedral of Cuenca, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cuenca. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's museums.

Puente Roto
You can find out about the history of Cuenca with a trip to Puente Roto. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or experience its museums.
Mall del Rio
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Mall del Rio during your stay in Cuenca. Discover the museums and cathedral in this walkable area.
San Sebastian Plaza
Find out about the history of Cuenca with a stop at San Sebastian Plaza. Discover the museums and cathedral in this culturally rich area.
Things to do

Cuenca Half-Day City Tour Including Panama Hat Factory

Ingapirca Ruins and Inca Face Small Group Tour from Cuenca.

Cajas National Park Hiking Tour from Cuenca

Amazing Cajas National Park Tour from Cuenca

Street food Tour in Cuenca,Ecuador
Top hotels in Quinta Chica

Four Points By Sheraton Cuenca
"Everything is great especially the breakfast. If you want to sleep in a bit get a room at the back side of the hotel. The front side faces the Panamericana highway and you get some traffic noise early in the morning."
Reviewed on 13 Jun 2026

Vaway Hotel
"cambien de almohadas estan viejas"
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026

Oro Verde Cuenca
"Very good facilities and service"
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026

Santa Lucia House - Forum
"Mi cuarto fue una porquería. No tenía ventilador, parecía un armario y para el valor que pagué debí haberme quedado en otro hotel. Su personal es súper atento, amable y tienen un buen servicio pero el lugar parece un hostel. No recomiendo"
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026

Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel
"A very beautiful classic Spanish architecture. Very helpful and kind staff. Delicious food"
Reviewed on 12 Jun 2026

TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir
"Evelyn"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Quinta Chica

Downtown Cuenca
Downtown Cuenca is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by San Francisco Plaza Market and Convent of the Assumption while in the area.

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.

San Sebastián
While San Sebastián isn't home to many top sights, San Francisco Plaza Market and Plaza Rotary Market are some notable places to visit nearby.

San Blas
If you're spending some time in San Blas, Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga and Pumapungo Archaeological Park are top sights worth seeing.

Huayna-Cápac
If you're spending some time in Huayna-Cápac, Alejandro Serrano Aguilar Stadium and Cuenca Botanical Garden are top sights worth seeing.







