San Blas

Cuenca

The old cathedral taken from the shopping mall beside it
The old cathedral taken from the shopping mall beside it
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There is a relatively hidden gem high in the mountains of Cuenca, Ecuador called Mirador Del Turi, accessible by rental car or bus. During our trip in April, we found the most fun adult do-it-yourself play park with this makeshift lawn chair swing! For $5 they strap you in and release you to soar high above Cuenca's city to see what it feels like to be a bird. The great thing about Ecuador is that they use US dollars, so no exchange necessary!

To check out more photos of this awesome adult playground and to read more about where we ate and what we saw in Cuenca, here is the blog post: https://culturalfoodies.com/2017/11/02/cuenca-ecuador/

#cuenca #ecuador #southamerica #swing #travel
Taken from the roof; entrance fee USD2

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Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
Calle Bolivar 12-55 Y Tarqui Cuenca Azuay
The price is P5,077 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
P5,077
P5,584 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
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! (341 reviews)
Amazing service and hospitality. Unlike anything you’ll ever experience in the states everyone was so kind and friendly and went above and beyond for us. The hotel is an absolute beauty and restaurant is delicious! Thank you all

Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026

Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel
Vaway Hotel

Vaway Hotel

3 out of 5
Padre Aguirre 8-17 y Mariscal Sucre Cuenca Azuay
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Convent of the Assumption and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (110 reviews)
Everything was good, maybe the only issue was that as the room was close to the Main Street you can hear all night the sound of people passing by or cars but apart from that everything was excellent

Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026

Vaway Hotel
Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

4 out of 5
Antonio Borrero 8 44 Y Sucre Cuenca Azuay
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The price is P6,937 per night from Mar 2 to Mar 3
P6,937
P7,630 total
Mar 2 - Mar 3
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! (376 reviews)
Everything was fantastic, I got stomach sickness and the hotel make me the food I need to reestablished and get well, I was walking the next day and visiting Cuenca. Thanks to all staff you were wonderful and helpful. Hotel is spotless and clean. Near all attractions restaurants and at

Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026

Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia
Hotel Boutique Magdalena By Chat Noir

Hotel Boutique Magdalena By Chat Noir

3 out of 5
Benigno Malo y Juan Jaramillo 9 - 48 Cuenca
The price is P2,126 per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
P2,126
P2,703 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Stay at this hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and onsite spa services. Popular attractions Sombrero Museum and San Francisco Plaza Market are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (17 reviews)
Toilet runs on hot water, which is horribly uncomfortable. Room had see through blinds and was brightly lit up every time anyone walked past, due to the motion sensor light in the common hallway. Also, when the lights were on, in the room, passersby could see in. The floor in the elevator was filthy ...

Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026

Hotel Boutique Magdalena By Chat Noir
Hotel Boutique Casa Montalvo Cuenca

Hotel Boutique Casa Montalvo Cuenca

3 out of 5
Juan Montal 8-33 y Mariscal Sucre Cuenca Azuay
The price is P3,696 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
P3,696
P3,696 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Stay at this hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and in-room massages. Popular attractions San Sebastian Plaza and Museum of Modern Art are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (59 reviews)
Wilmer and Andres are phenomenal hosts - that’s just as honest as it gets. They made sure that all of their guests were treated like family. The warmth of the staff is also a plus and the breakfasts they prepare are superb.

Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026

Hotel Boutique Casa Montalvo Cuenca
Casa de las Rosas

Casa de las Rosas

3 out of 5
Manuel Vega 12-57 entre Cuenca Azuay
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 ...
Casa de las Rosas
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Other neighbourhoods around San Blas

A breathtaking panoramic drone view of Cuenca, Ecuador, showcasing the city's vibrant architecture, lush green spaces, and the Tomebamba River winding through its heart.

El Barranco

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

El Barranco
Panoramic view of the historical center of city Cuenca at the valley with its many churches. Ecuador

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.

Cuenca Historic Center
The old cathedral taken from the shopping mall beside it

Downtown Cuenca

Travelers come to Downtown Cuenca for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like University of Cuenca's Orchid Garden and Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga while you're in town.

Downtown Cuenca
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Canaribamba

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Canaribamba and surrounding area, you can visit Pumapungo Archaeological Park and Puente Roto.

Canaribamba
Santa Ana de los Cuatro Ríos de Cuenca is a beautiful city surrounded by rivers.
It is widely regarded as the most European city in the country of Ecuador due to its 16th and 17th century era Spanish colonial architecture resembling cities and architecture throughout Spain.

Huayna-Cápac

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

Huayna-Cápac
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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.

El Vecino


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