Cuenca Historic Center Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A cityscape with historic architecture, including domed buildings and a prominent church tower.
A historic cathedral with multiple domes and a bell tower.
A cityscape with a restaurant featuring thatched roofs.
A person suspended in a harness, overlooking a cityscape with mountains in the background.
A cathedral with a large blue dome and multiple spires, set against a backdrop of mountains and a cityscape.

Stay near popular Cuenca Historic Center attractions

Activities


Our pick of the best Cuenca Historic Center Hotel Deals

Vaway Hotel

Vaway Hotel

3 out of 5
Padre Aguirre 8-17 y Mariscal Sucre Cuenca Azuay
The price is AU$77 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
AU$77
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Convent of the Assumption ...
Vaway Hotel
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$64 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
AU$64
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Stay at this hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Plaza ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (548 reviews)
"Todo estuvo perfecto, buena ubicación y buena atención…"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026

Santa Lucia House - Forum
Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
Calle Bolivar 12-55 Y Tarqui Cuenca Azuay
The price is AU$126 per night from 22 Oct to 23 Oct
AU$126
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Stay at this spa hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (394 reviews)
"Fue una experiencia única . Todo excelente . Habitaciones , trato del personal , desayuno … todo perfecto ."

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2026

Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel
Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

4 out of 5
Antonio Borrero 8 44 Y Sucre Cuenca Azuay
The price is AU$182 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
AU$182
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Stay at this boutique hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia
El Dorado Cuenca

El Dorado Cuenca

4 out of 5
Gran Colombia 7-87 y Luis Cordero Cuenca Azuay
The price is AU$143 per night from 13 Nov to 14 Nov
AU$143
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Calderon Park and Cúpulas Lookout are ...
El Dorado Cuenca
Hotel NASS Continental

Hotel NASS Continental

3.5 out of 5
Gran Colombia 6-59 y Cuenca Azuay
The price is AU$47 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$47
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Popular attractions Plaza Rotary Market and Calderon Park ...
7.8/10 Good! (131 reviews)
"Todo de 10 puntos, increible zona"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2026

Hotel NASS Continental
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.

Our guide on where to stay in Cuenca Historic Center

Find the best Cuenca Historic Center areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Downtown Cuenca

Downtown Cuenca is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga and San Sebastian Plaza while in the area.

San Sebastián

While San Sebastián isn't home to many top sights, San Sebastian Plaza and University of Cuenca's Orchid Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.

San Blas

If you're spending some time in San Blas, Puente Roto and Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga 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.

El Barranco

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



Cuenca Historic Center Travel Guide

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