What is San Blas like?

Travellers to the San Blas neighbourhood in Cuenca will be sure to enjoy their stay. Are you looking for San Blas travel tips? Make sure that you visit Puente Roto and Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in San Blas?

Based on our traveller data, Vaway Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay in San Blas. This hotel offers a restaurant and a rooftop terrace. Other good options for your stay in the neighbourhood include Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel and Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia .

How many hotels will I find in the San Blas area?

Expedia has 103 hotels and other accommodation options in San Blas to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Cuenca area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in San Blas, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals in San Blas.

What is there to do around this Cuenca neighbourhood?

Puente Roto, New Cathedral of Cuenca and Pumapungo Archaeological Park are notable landmarks to see while you're in San Blas. Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga and Convent of the Assumption are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. Museum of the Aboriginal Cultures, Manuel Agustin Landivar Museum and Las Conceptas Museum are just a few of the places to visit in and around San Blas. While you're out sightseeing, Inter-American Center of Popular Arts and Museum of the Canari Identity are a couple of additional sights to visit in Cuenca.

How can I get around San Blas and the greater Cuenca area?

To venture out of town, take a train from Luis Cordero (Hermano Miguel) Station.

The Best Hotels in San Blas, Cuenca - 2026 Updated Prices

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A modern hotel with a glass facade, a reception desk, and a dining area visible through the windows.

1. El Dorado Cuenca

San Blas

oscar

฿2,732 total

27 Sept - 28 Sept

An indoor dining area with striped chairs and tables, surrounded by greenery and string lights.

2. Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

San Blas

Carla

฿3,902 total

24 Oct - 25 Oct

3. Hotel Boutique La Ronda by Chat Noir

San Blas

Elizabeth

฿702 total

27 Sept - 28 Sept

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a trash can, and a view of a historic building with a dome and towers.

4. Vaway Hotel

San Blas

Javier

฿2,003 total

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A hotel lobby with a marble staircase, two elevators, and a reception desk.

5. Hotel NASS Continental

San Blas

Julio

฿1,082 total

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A hotel lobby with two sofas, a reception desk, a fountain, and hanging plants.

6. Hotel Pegasus

San Blas

฿2,124 total

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A spacious living area with a sofa, coffee table, and a dining table with chairs. There is a kitchen in the background with modern appliances.

7. Santa Lucia Suites - Barranco

San Blas

Michelle

฿1,639 total

22 Oct - 23 Oct

8. NASS Central Garden

San Blas

Alfredo

฿856 total

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A historic building with ornate architecture, a prominent entrance, and flags.

9. ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional

San Blas

Taivon

฿5,082 total

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A multi-level outdoor area with a wooden staircase, metal railings, and hanging pendant lights.

10. Casa Firenza

San Blas

Angela

฿3,975 total

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A spacious courtyard with a fountain, seating areas, and a chandelier.

11. Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

San Blas

Lauren

฿2,920 total

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A building with a vaulted ceiling, wooden beams, and a window with a wooden frame.

12. Casa de las Rosas

San Blas

Melanie

฿805 total

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A spacious indoor area with a high ceiling, a balcony, and wicker furniture.

13. Pepe's House Cuenca I Boutique Hotel

San Blas

Ronald

฿1,568 total

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A breakfast setting with plates of toast, eggs, and fruit, along with a cup of coffee and a glass of juice.

14. NASS Loft Atahualpa

San Blas

Andrea

฿967 total

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A narrow corridor with tables and chairs, a vending machine, and decorative screens on the walls.

15. Check Inn B&B - Hostel

San Blas

Paul

฿656 total

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A house with a tiled roof, a wooden door, and a garden with grass, plants, and a pathway.

16. Hotel Boutique Casa Montalvo Cuenca

San Blas

"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

฿2,230 total

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A historic building with ornate architecture, including arched windows and a balcony with a decorative railing.

17. Hotel Boutique Magdalena By Chat Noir

San Blas

Edwin

฿894 total

27 Sept - 28 Sept

18. Hotel & Suites El Quijote

San Blas

Scott M

฿1,379 total

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A spacious interior with a wooden staircase, a dining area, and a view of the outdoors.

19. Siena Hotel

San Blas

Monty

฿1,987 total

26 Sept - 27 Sept

A spacious indoor area with multiple levels, featuring hanging plants, tables, chairs, and a central staircase.

20. Aleros Hotel Boutique

San Blas

dennis

฿1,789 total

24 Sept - 25 Sept

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Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 387 reviews	View
Hotel Boutique Casa Montalvo Cuenca	3.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 72 reviews	View
ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 78 reviews	View
Hotel Raymipampa	3.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 76 reviews	View
Casa Firenza	5.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 29 reviews	View

Where to stay in San Blas

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Downtown Cuenca

Downtown Cuenca is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by University of Cuenca's Orchid Garden and Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga while in the area.

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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 Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga are some notable places to visit nearby.

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A cityscape at night with illuminated streets and prominent buildings.

Puertas del Sol

While Puertas del Sol may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like San Sebastian Plaza and University of Cuenca's Orchid Garden.

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A flowing river with rocks, surrounded by trees and a grassy area.

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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Top San Blas Hotel Reviews

ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional

10/10 Excellent

"Location was amazing. The staff was incredibly helpful and kind. The only thing is that we had an inner room and we did not have a window."

Vaway Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful stay in Cuenca! We had a great experience staying at Hotel Vaway in Cuenca. From the moment we arrived, the staff was friendly, welcoming, and very helpful. The hotel was clean, comfortable, and had a great atmosphere that made us feel right at home. The location was also very convenient for exploring Cuenca and enjoying the beautiful city. Everything was well maintained, and we really appreciated the attention to detail and hospitality throughout our stay. We truly enjoyed our time here and would definitely recommend Hotel Vaway to anyone visiting Cuenca. We would happily stay here again on our next trip to Ecuador! 🇪🇨❤️ Thank you to the entire Vaway team for making our stay so enjoyable!"

Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

8/10 Good

"Our experience was very good. However, the only issue we encountered was the strong kerosene smell on the third floor. The heating lamps located in the interior patio-which at night also operates as a restaurant, where the food is excellent, by the way- emit a very intense kerosene or gasoline odor, and because the patio has a covered roof, the smell ends up accumulating on the third floor."

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Our top choices for San Blas hotels

1. El Dorado Cuenca

2. Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

3. Hotel Boutique La Ronda by Chat Noir

4. Vaway Hotel

5. Hotel NASS Continental

6. Hotel Pegasus

7. Santa Lucia Suites - Barranco

8. NASS Central Garden

9. ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional

10. Casa Firenza

11. Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

12. Casa de las Rosas

13. Pepe's House Cuenca I Boutique Hotel

14. NASS Loft Atahualpa

15. Check Inn B&B - Hostel

16. Hotel Boutique Casa Montalvo Cuenca

17. Hotel Boutique Magdalena By Chat Noir

18. Hotel & Suites El Quijote

19. Siena Hotel

20. Aleros Hotel Boutique

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Where to stay in San Blas

Downtown Cuenca

Cuenca Historic Center

San Sebastián

Puertas del Sol

Huayna-Cápac

Top San Blas Hotel Reviews

ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional

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