What's it like in Downtown Cuenca?

Downtown Cuenca is an historic neighbourhood known for its array of dining options. Make sure that you visit Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga and San Sebastian Plaza as part of your Downtown Cuenca travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in Downtown Cuenca?

Based on our traveller data, Vaway Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Cuenca. This hotel offers a restaurant and a rooftop terrace. Other good choices for your stay in the area include TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir and Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel .

How many hotels should I expect to find in the Downtown Cuenca area?

Expedia has 133 hotels and other accommodation options 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! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals in Downtown Cuenca.

What can I see and do in this Cuenca neighbourhood?

Browse the collections at Sombrero Museum, Casa de los Arcos Art Museum or Las Conceptas Museum in Downtown Cuenca. Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga and San Sebastian Plaza are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Cuenca include Convent of the Assumption, Museum of Extreme Art and University of Cuenca's Orchid Garden. 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.

The Best Hotels in Downtown Cuenca, Cuenca - 2026 Updated Prices

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Our top choices for Downtown Cuenca hotels

1. Vaway Hotel

Downtown Cuenca

Javier

฿2,003 total

31 Aug - 1 Sept

2. Santa Lucia House - Forum

Downtown Cuenca

Mariana

฿1,711 total

1 Sept - 2 Sept

3. Pepe's House Cuenca I Boutique Hotel

Downtown Cuenca

Ronald

฿1,657 total

31 Aug - 1 Sept

4. El Dorado Hotel

Downtown Cuenca

Maria Fabiola

฿2,732 total

4 Sept - 5 Sept

5. Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

Downtown Cuenca

Carla

฿3,811 total

31 Aug - 1 Sept

6. Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

Downtown Cuenca

Carlos

฿2,919 total

13 Sept - 14 Sept

7. ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional

Downtown Cuenca

Taivon

฿5,284 total

31 Aug - 1 Sept

8. Hotel Azul de la Plaza

Downtown Cuenca

Michael

฿1,072 total

6 Sept - 7 Sept

9. Hotel Boutique Casa Montalvo Cuenca

Downtown Cuenca

"I can’t begin to say how amazing our stay was here! The staff was UNBELIEVABLY KIND! They went out of their way to accommodate us and truly went above and beyond during our entire stay! One of the things that impressed me was that they are so intricate and detailed in their decor and their attention to detail, particularly for the breakfast was amazing! I have recommended this place to all of our friends and family and plan to come back here!"

Xicotencatl

฿2,229 total

31 Aug - 1 Sept

10. TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir

Downtown Cuenca

Edison

฿2,755 total

7 Sept - 8 Sept

11. Santa Lucia Suites - Barranco

Downtown Cuenca

Joan

฿1,858 total

28 Sept - 29 Sept

12. Hotel NASS Continental

Downtown Cuenca

Donald

฿1,081 total

31 Aug - 1 Sept

13. Casa Firenza

Downtown Cuenca

Angela

฿5,364 total

13 Sept - 14 Sept

14. Hotel Boutique La Ronda by Chat Noir

Downtown Cuenca

Elizabeth

฿1,521 total

30 Sept - 1 Oct

15. Hotel Boutique Los Balcones

Downtown Cuenca

Erick G.

฿2,203 total

28 Sept - 29 Sept

16. Morenica del Rosario

Downtown Cuenca

Maria

฿1,457 total

31 Aug - 1 Sept

17. NASS Central Garden

Downtown Cuenca

Alfredo

฿856 total

6 Sept - 7 Sept

18. Hotel Valgus

Downtown Cuenca

Luis

฿2,533 total

1 Sept - 2 Sept

19. Hotel Pegasus

Downtown Cuenca

฿2,123 total

29 Sept - 30 Sept

20. Hotel Raymipampa

Downtown Cuenca

Cheistopher

฿2,511 total

31 Aug - 1 Sept

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Cuenca

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Parc Royale Suites Hotel	3.5 star property	10.0 Exceptional 28 reviews	View
Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 377 reviews	View
Hotel Boutique Casa Montalvo Cuenca	3.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 69 reviews	View
ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 74 reviews	View
Hotel Raymipampa	3.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 76 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Cuenca

Find the best Downtown Cuenca areas 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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San Sebastián

While San Sebastián isn't home to many top sights, San Sebastian Plaza and Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga 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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El Barranco

If you're spending some time in El Barranco, Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga and Puente Roto are top sights worth seeing.

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Top Downtown Cuenca Hotel Reviews

Vaway Hotel

8/10 Good

"The best part of this hotel is the location and the staff. The Customer Service service is wonderful. The location is right behind the cathedral so it’s right in the midst of el centro histórico. The breakfast is wonderful with a lot if selection. The downside is the noise. I requested a room change after night 1 because if you’re on the atreet aide, thw windows are not double paned so you hear everything. And they have a lounge on the 7th floor open to the public so there’s noisey people at times."