Cuenca Historic Center Travel Guide

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Cuenca Historic Center
Cuenca Historic Center
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Our pick of the best Cuenca Historic Center Hotel Deals

Santa Lucia House - Forum

Santa Lucia House - Forum

4 out of 5
Antonio Borrero 10-91 y Mariscal Lamar, Cuenca, Azuay
The price is AU$122 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
AU$122
8 Aug - 9 Aug
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (417 reviews)
"Outstanding Staff, simply great experience!!"

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

Santa Lucia House - Forum
Vaway Hotel

Vaway Hotel

3 out of 5
Padre Aguirre 8-17 y Mariscal Sucre, Cuenca, Azuay
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Convent of the Assumption and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (64 reviews)
"Our family enjoyed staying at the Vaway Hotel in Cuenca. It was in the center of many restaurants, shops and more. The hotel was clean, the staff was nice and the rooms were well kept."

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

Vaway Hotel
Hotel El Conquistador

Hotel El Conquistador

4 out of 5
Gran Colombia 6-65 Y Borrero, Cuenca, Azuay
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Esqueletologia Museum and ...
7.6/10 Good! (125 reviews)
"Super excited"

Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025

Hotel El Conquistador
Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
Calle Bolivar 12-55 Y Tarqui, Cuenca, Azuay
The price is AU$245 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$245
26 July - 27 July
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (294 reviews)
"The best part of my stay eas the staff - they were incrredibly helpful."

Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025

Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel
Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

4 out of 5
Antonio Borrero 8 44 Y Sucre, Cuenca, Azuay
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$170 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
AU$170
31 July - 1 Aug
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (346 reviews)
"Beautiful establishment. The front desk attendant was extremely understanding and accommodating with our late check-in. Rooms are clean and very spacious. Highly recommend!"

Reviewed on 5 Jul. 2025

Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia
Hotel NASS Casa del Aguila

Hotel NASS Casa del Aguila

3 out of 5
Mariscal Sucre 13-56 y Juan Montalvo, Cuenca, Azuay
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions San Sebastian Plaza and Museum ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (61 reviews)
"Very old colonial estate in central old town Cuenca. If you’re bothered by creaky wood floors and everything old and small rooms, this is not for you. But if you’re enchanted by the quaint setting, kind helpful staff and easy walking access to downtown Cuenca, it’s wonderful. Great price, safe and ..."

Reviewed on 5 Jun. 2025

Hotel NASS Casa del Aguila
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Cuenca Historic Center

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Downtown Cuenca

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

Downtown Cuenca
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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.

El Barranco
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San Blas

If you're spending some time in San Blas, Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga and New Cathedral of Cuenca are top sights worth seeing.

San Blas
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Canaribamba

Canaribamba might not have many top sights, but Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga and Plaza Rotary Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Canaribamba
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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 Civic Plaza. Jump on the metro at Terminal Terrestre Station to see more of the city.

El Vecino
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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.

Huayna-Cápac

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