El Barranco
Cuenca
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Popular places to visit
Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga
You can find out about the history of Cuenca with a trip 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.
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.
Sombrero Museum
You can study the exhibits at Sombrero Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Cuenca. Discover the museums and cathedral in this culturally rich area.
Inter-American Center of Popular Arts
You can browse the exhibits at Inter-American Center of Popular Arts, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Cuenca. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the museums in this culturally rich area.
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Top hotels in El Barranco
Hotel Boutique La Ronda by Chat Noir
The staff was great and courteous! The hotel is charming, clean and eclectic! The room was clean and had all the amenities needed to perform business if needed. Free breakfasts were offered daily and were served hot and quickly. The guests were greeted by two friendly cats in the lobby. So if you're ...
Reviewed on Jan 27, 2026
Santa Lucia Suites - Barranco
Very nice good Location and clean
Reviewed on Nov 23, 2025
TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir
Modern, clean, good location
Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026
Four Points By Sheraton Cuenca
great housekeeping food
Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026
Oro Verde Cuenca
Great
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
Santa Lucia House - Forum
Ideally located for the centre of Cuenca, good breakfast, comfy bed and a good shower en suite.
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around El Barranco
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.
San Blas
If you're spending some time in San Blas, Puente Roto and Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Huayna-Cápac
While visiting Huayna-Cápac, you might make a stop by sights like Alejandro Serrano Aguilar Stadium and Cuenca Botanical Garden.
Canaribamba
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Canaribamba and surrounding area, you can visit Puente Roto and Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga.
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.
