Cuenca Historic Center

Cuenca

A cityscape with historic architecture, including domed buildings and a prominent church tower.
A historic cathedral with multiple domes and a bell tower.
A cathedral with a large blue dome and multiple spires, set against a backdrop of mountains and a cityscape.
A historic cathedral with two prominent blue domes and intricate architectural details.
A cityscape with historic buildings, a prominent tower, and mountains in the background.

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A cathedral with blue domes and a cityscape in the background.

New Cathedral of Cuenca

9.6/10 (644 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Traditional pork sándwich

Street food Tour in Cuenca,Ecuador

P2,099
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Street food Tour in Cuenca,Ecuador
Cajas National Park Half Day Tour from Cuenca

Cajas National Park Half Day Tour from Cuenca

P2,443
per adult
Cajas National Park Half Day Tour from Cuenca
Viewpoint

Viewpoints of Cuenca 360

P827
per adult
Viewpoints of Cuenca 360
Cuenca Chocolate Tour With Practical Class

Cuenca Chocolate Tour With Practical Class

P1,272
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cuenca Chocolate Tour With Practical Class
Panama Hat Factory

Cuenca-Ec- Highlights City Tour

P1,011
per adult
Cuenca-Ec- Highlights City Tour
Ingapirca Ruins and Inca Face Small Group Tour from Cuenca.

Ingapirca Ruins and Inca Face Small Group Tour from Cuenca.

P3,626
per adult
Ingapirca Ruins and Inca Face Small Group Tour from Cuenca.
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Top hotels in Cuenca Historic Center

Vaway Hotel

Vaway Hotel

3 out of 5
Padre Aguirre 8-17 y Mariscal Sucre Cuenca Azuay
The price is P3,807 per night from Nov 22 to Nov 23
P3,807
P3,807 total
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Convent of the Assumption ...
9/10 Wonderful! (184 reviews)
"Centrally located, friendly and very helpful staff, amazing views from the rooftop restaurant"

Reviewed on Nov 9, 2026

Vaway Hotel
Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
Calle Bolivar 12-55 Y Tarqui Cuenca Azuay
The price is P5,813 per night from Nov 16 to Nov 17
P5,813
P6,394 total
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
Mansión Alcázar Boutique 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 P2,664 per night from Nov 13 to Nov 14
P2,664
P2,930 total
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Stay at this hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Plaza ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (557 reviews)
"Very nice cute hotel"

Reviewed on Nov 10, 2026

Santa Lucia House - Forum
Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

4 out of 5
Antonio Borrero 8 44 Y Sucre Cuenca Azuay
The price is P8,240 per night from Dec 4 to Dec 5
P8,240
P9,064 total
Dec 4 - Dec 5
Book a stay at this boutique hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (413 reviews)
"Great place"

Reviewed on Oct 28, 2026

Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia
ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional

ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional

4 out of 5
Gran Colombia y Benigno Malo Cuenca Azuay
The price is P7,378 per night from Nov 13 to Nov 14
P7,378
P8,116 total
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Cúpulas Lookout and Calderon Park ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (83 reviews)
"Staff were exquisite Breakfast was amazing Room was spot clean Thank you"

Reviewed on Nov 12, 2026

ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional
Casa de las Rosas

Casa de las Rosas

3 out of 5
Manuel Vega 12-57 entre Cuenca Azuay
The price is P1,530 per night from Nov 14 to Nov 15
P1,530
P1,530 total
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Stay at this guesthouse in Cuenca. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and free airport drop-off. Popular attractions San Blas Park and Plaza Rotary Market ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (198 reviews)
"Había leído opiniones un poco preocupantes con respecto a la limpieza del lugar pero debo decir que no fue mi caso. Tuve una habitación con una cama cómoda, lo que hizo mi descanso agradable. El servicio de WiFi si era un poco intermitente y es lo único que me resultó un poco criticable ya que mi ..."

Reviewed on Oct 10, 2026

Casa de las Rosas
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Where to stay in Cuenca Historic Center

Find the best Cuenca Historic Center areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic cathedral with multiple domes and a bell tower.
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Downtown Cuenca

Travelers come to Downtown Cuenca for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga and San Sebastian Plaza while you're in town.

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 University of Cuenca's Orchid Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.

A circular aerial view of a historic city with a prominent church, a central plaza, and surrounding buildings.

Huayna-Cápac

While visiting Huayna-Cápac, you might make a stop by sights like Alejandro Serrano Aguilar Stadium and Cuenca Botanical Garden.

A cathedral with a large blue dome and multiple spires, set against a backdrop of mountains and a cityscape.
Photo by Botak Jon
Open Photo by Botak Jon

San Blas

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

A cityscape with a river, residential buildings, and mountains in the background.

El Barranco

While visiting El Barranco, you might make a stop by sights like Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga and Puente Roto.

Cuenca Historic Center