Downtown Cuenca

Cuenca

A historic cathedral with multiple domes and a bell tower.
A cityscape with a restaurant featuring thatched roofs.
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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

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-Garcia Moreno ́s road

Cajas National Park Half Day Tour from Cuenca

P2,544
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.

P3,753
per adult
Ingapirca Ruins and Inca Face Small Group Tour from Cuenca.
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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 P3,813 per night from Nov 11 to Nov 12
P3,813
P3,813 total
Nov 11 - Nov 12
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 P5,822 per night from Nov 10 to Nov 11
P5,822
P6,404 total
Nov 10 - Nov 11
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 P2,668 per night from Nov 12 to Nov 13
P2,668
P2,935 total
Nov 12 - Nov 13
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 ...
Santa Lucia House - Forum
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 P5,091 per night from Nov 15 to Nov 16
P5,091
P5,600 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
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 ...
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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P8,254 per night from Nov 23 to Nov 24
P8,254
P9,079 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
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
Hotel Azul de la Plaza

Hotel Azul de la Plaza

3.5 out of 5
8-64 Coronel Guillermo Tálbot Cuenca Azuay
The price is P1,787 per night from Nov 22 to Nov 23
P1,787
P1,787 total
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Stay at this hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions San Sebastian Plaza and Museum of Modern Art are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (76 reviews)
"Muy agradable, sin dudar regresaría, todos muy amables y la habitación muy hermosa"

Reviewed on Nov 8, 2026

Hotel Azul de la Plaza
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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 Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga 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 University of Cuenca's Orchid Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.

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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.
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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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El Barranco

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

Downtown Cuenca