Downtown Cuenca

Cuenca

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.
A cityscape with historic buildings, a prominent tower, and mountains in the background.

Stay near popular Downtown Cuenca attractions

Two illuminated church domes with cross-topped spires, set against a mountainous backdrop.

Calderon Park

9.6/5 (590 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Ñami ñami.. delicious snacks in Cuenca

Street food Tour in Cuenca,Ecuador

P2,006
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Street food Tour in Cuenca,Ecuador
Cuenca: Half-Day City Tour including Panama Hat Factory

Cuenca: Half-Day City Tour including Panama Hat Factory

P2,128
per adult
Cuenca: Half-Day City Tour including Panama Hat Factory
Cuenca down town

Cuenca Half-Day City Tour Including Panama Hat Factory

P2,127
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cuenca Half-Day City Tour Including Panama Hat Factory
Cajas National Park Half Day Tour from Cuenca

Cajas National Park Half Day Tour from Cuenca

P2,370
per adult
Cajas National Park Half Day Tour from Cuenca
Ingapirca Ruins and Inca Face Small Group Tour from Cuenca.

Ingapirca Ruins and Inca Face Small Group Tour from Cuenca.

P3,526
per adult
Ingapirca Ruins and Inca Face Small Group Tour from Cuenca.
Panama Hat Factory

Cuenca-Ec- Highlights City Tour

P967
per adult
Cuenca-Ec- Highlights City Tour
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Top hotels in Downtown Cuenca

Vaway Hotel

Vaway Hotel

3 out of 5
Padre Aguirre 8-17 y Mariscal Sucre Cuenca Azuay
The price is P3,708 per night from Jul 21 to Jul 22
P3,708
P3,708 total
Jul 21 - Jul 22
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! (142 reviews)
"Nice place"

Reviewed on Jun 25, 2026

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 P3,166 per night from Jun 29 to Jun 30
P3,166
P3,483 total
Jun 29 - Jun 30
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 Mall ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (517 reviews)
"Mi cuarto fue una porquería. No tenía ventilador, parecía un armario y para el valor que pagué debí haberme quedado en otro hotel. Su personal es súper atento, amable y tienen un buen servicio pero el lugar parece un hostel. No recomiendo"

Reviewed on Jun 17, 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 P5,474 per night from Jun 28 to Jun 29
P5,474
P6,022 total
Jun 28 - Jun 29
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (365 reviews)
"LA mansion tiene su aire clasico permanente."

Reviewed on Jun 24, 2026

Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel
TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir

TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir

4 out of 5
Av. del Estadio y Florencia Astudillo Cuenca Azuay
The price is P5,211 per night from Jul 4 to Jul 5
P5,211
P5,732 total
Jul 4 - Jul 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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (486 reviews)
"The location of the Hotel is great. Many good restaurants are at walking distance as well as some main attractions. Food at the hotel restaurant was also great. The suite we stayed was spacious, beds comfortable. We will come back for sure"

Reviewed on Jun 22, 2026

TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir
Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

4 out of 5
Antonio Borrero 8 44 Y Sucre Cuenca Azuay
The price is P6,828 per night from Jul 3 to Jul 4
P6,828
P7,511 total
Jul 3 - Jul 4
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! (394 reviews)
"Lindo hotel en el centro de Cuenca, caminando al parque y a muchas tiendas y restaurantes"

Reviewed on Jun 23, 2026

Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia
El Dorado Hotel

El Dorado Hotel

4 out of 5
Gran Colombia 7-87 y Luis Cordero Cuenca Azuay
The price is P4,721 per night from Jun 28 to Jun 29
P4,721
P5,194 total
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Mall del Rio and Calderon Park ...
9/10 Wonderful! (226 reviews)
"Always a good choice"

Reviewed on Jun 5, 2026

El Dorado Hotel
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Where to stay in Downtown Cuenca

Find the best Downtown Cuenca areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A cityscape with historic architecture, including domed buildings and a prominent church tower.

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.

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 San Francisco Plaza Market are some notable places to visit nearby.

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, Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga and Convent of the Assumption are top sights worth seeing.

A picnic table with a bottle of beer, a glass, and a bag, overlooking a mountainous landscape with a llama in the distance.
Photo by Susie Alvarez
Open Photo by Susie Alvarez

Huayna-Cápac

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

A historic building with a tower, a fountain, and a street with pedestrians and vehicles.

El Barranco

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

Downtown Cuenca