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 Expedia customer reviews, ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional is the highest ranked property in Downtown Cuenca. This hotel offers 2 restaurants and free breakfast. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Hotel Boutique Casa Montalvo Cuenca and Hotel Raymipampa .

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

Expedia has 124 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 Casa de los Arcos Art Museum, Sombrero 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 San Francisco Plaza Market, Convent of the Assumption and Museum of Extreme Art. When you're sightseeing in Cuenca, University of Cuenca's Orchid Garden and Museum of the Canari Identity 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.

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Our top choices for Downtown Cuenca hotels

Hotel Boutique Magdalena By Chat Noir

Downtown Cuenca

Rene

25 Jan - 26 Jan

Casa 11-24 by Casa Bolivar

Downtown Cuenca

Dario

21 Jan - 22 Jan

El Renacimiento

Downtown Cuenca

Valeria

25 Jan - 26 Jan

Hotel Norte

Downtown Cuenca

"The advantage was that the hotel is within walking distance of the main bus terminal and close to a tram stop. The shower also had amply supply of hot water. But the staff could use with better training in customer service. You should not have to wait several minutes when you arrive at 5:30 pm for someone to open up the door to check you in. The staff also had trouble finding my reservation once I did check in. "

Thomas

Hostal Posada Del Angel

Downtown Cuenca

Brenda

21 Jan - 22 Jan

NASS Bed & Breakfast

Downtown Cuenca

Fernando

Hotel Las Gardenias

Downtown Cuenca

William

21 Jan - 22 Jan

32-inch plasma TV with cable channels, TV

Aleros Hotel Boutique

Downtown Cuenca

Rene

2 Feb - 3 Feb

Santa Lucia Suites - Barranco

Downtown Cuenca

Monique

SÁ Hotel

Downtown Cuenca

Sam

21 Jan - 22 Jan

Parc Royale Suites Hotel

Downtown Cuenca

margarita

Melody Hotel

Downtown Cuenca

Johanna

26 Jan - 27 Jan

Pepe's House Cuenca Hotel & Hostel

Downtown Cuenca

"Bed was comfortable and room size was good. Breakfast lacked substance, but was varied slightly each day. Portion sizes were small. The 'buffet' was split between two rooms. There is not enough seating at breakfast. I had to wait for people to finish on one occasion.Staff were very friendly and helpful. Hostal has a 'silence after 9pm' policy. However, there are no staff in the hostal from 9pm to enforce it. Downstairs lounge areas are open plan below bedrooms so you can hear conversations at...

Sharon

27 Jan - 28 Jan

Hotel Boutique La Ronda by Chat Noir

Downtown Cuenca

Andreas

27 Jan - 28 Jan

Hotel Raymipampa

Downtown Cuenca

Cheistopher

21 Jan - 22 Jan

Siena Hotel

Downtown Cuenca

Monty

24 Jan - 25 Jan

Casa Aida Luz

Downtown Cuenca

Beata

21 Jan - 22 Jan

ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional

Downtown Cuenca

Ace

HOTEL EL MORLACO

Downtown Cuenca

Sherri

Hotel Cruz del Vado by Art Hotels Ecuador

Downtown Cuenca

Yenifer

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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Cuenca

Find the best Downtown Cuenca areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Cuenca Historic Center

While you're in Cuenca Historic Center, take in top sights like Plaza Rotary Market and jump on the metro at Gaspar Sangurima Tram Station to see more of the city.

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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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San Sebastián

While San Sebastián isn't home to many top sights, San Sebastian Plaza and Plaza Rotary Market are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Huayna-Cápac

If you're spending some time in Huayna-Cápac, Cuenca Botanical Garden and Alejandro Serrano Aguilar Stadium are top sights worth seeing.

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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 Plaza Rotary Market. Jump on the metro at Terminal Terrestre Station to see more of the city.

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