El Vecino Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Alejandro Serrano Aguilar Stadium
Catch an event at Alejandro Serrano Aguilar Stadium during your trip to Cuenca.
Activities
Cuenca Half-Day City Tour Including Panama Hat Factory
Cajas National Park Half Day Tour from Cuenca
Street food Tour in Cuenca,Ecuador
Amazing Cajas National Park Tour from Cuenca
Ingapirca Ruins and Inca Face Small Group Tour from Cuenca.
Our pick of the best El Vecino Hotel Deals
Oro Verde Cuenca
"El Hotel está viejo, con ubicación regular! Caro para los servicios que ofrece!"
Reviewed on 7 June 2026
Four Points By Sheraton Cuenca
"Clean room and friendly staff"
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Vaway Hotel
"Nice place, convenient location, street outside is loud as are the church bells. Do not recommend ordering taxi or Uber from there but instead walk a few blocks away"
Reviewed on 6 June 2026
Santa Lucia House - Forum
"Cozy and comfortable!!"
Reviewed on 6 June 2026
Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel
"I recently stayed at Mansión Alcázar in Cuenca, and the experience genuinely stayed with me. After a long day of travel involving buses, taxis, shuttles, heat, and exhaustion, I arrived tired and overwhelmed. The very first thing they offered me was a warm towel. That small gesture meant more than ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Sanchz Aqua Lounge Hotel by Chat Noir
Our guide on where to stay in El Vecino
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 Convent of the Assumption 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 Sebastian Plaza and San Francisco Plaza Market 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.
