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Our top choices for Downtown Cuenca hotels

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

KINTU PLAZA HOSPEDAJE

KINTU PLAZA HOSPEDAJE
3.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
The price is P2,805
P2,805 total
Apr 7 - Apr 8
KINTU PLAZA HOSPEDAJE
Courtyard

Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (350 reviews)
"Loved everything"
United States
lynne
The price is P5,378
P5,915 total
Apr 8 - Apr 9
Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir

TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir
4.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (472 reviews)
"Excelente "
Mexico
Hugo Fernando
The price is P5,367
P5,904 total
Apr 9 - Apr 10
TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir
Interior detail

Casa Firenza

Casa Firenza
3.5 star property
Downtown Cuenca
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (20 reviews)
"We stayed in the Presidential Suite, and it was amazing!! The suit was as good as it gets, the hotel itself was gorgeous, terrific service, wonderful restaurant, and PERFECT location. "
United States
Raun Kahlil
The price is P8,497
P8,497 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Casa Firenza
Reception

Santa Lucia House - Forum

Santa Lucia House - Forum
4.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (496 reviews)
"Ideally located for the centre of Cuenca, good breakfast, comfy bed and a good shower en suite."
United Kingdom
Stuart
The price is P3,171
P3,488 total
May 6 - May 7
Santa Lucia House - Forum
Reception

HOTEL EL MORLACO

HOTEL EL MORLACO
3.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (2 reviews)
"The room was nice and clean. They do not have anyone that speaks English very well. The location is close to the plaza., About five blocks."
United States
Sherri
The price is P5,421
P5,421 total
Apr 7 - Apr 8
HOTEL EL MORLACO
Interior detail

Hotel Posada del Ángel

Hotel Posada del Ángel
3.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (40 reviews)
"Room was good. Staff very helpful, friendly."
United States
Brenda
The price is P4,132
P4,132 total
Apr 7 - Apr 8
Hotel Posada del Ángel
Lobby sitting area

Pepe's House Cuenca Hotel & Hostel

Pepe's House Cuenca Hotel & Hostel
3.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (17 reviews)
"Breakfast was amazing! Would recommend staying here."
United States
Ronald
The price is P2,715
P3,123 total
Apr 8 - Apr 9
Pepe's House Cuenca Hotel & Hostel
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Italian cuisine

Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia
4.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (378 reviews)
"Clean room, helpful staff, beautiful building"
United States
Michaela
The price is P6,912
P7,603 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia
Free WiFi

Melody Hotel

Melody Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (3 reviews)
"It is NOT a hotel. It is more like"
United States
Johanna
The price is P3,795
P3,795 total
Apr 7 - Apr 8
Melody Hotel
Exterior

ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional

ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional
4.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (65 reviews)
"The staff was absolutely great, accommodating us and helping us out. We arrived very early, and they did their best to get us into a room ASAP instead of making us wait all day. The room was very nice, and the restaurant's superb food was some of the best around."
United States
Ace
The price is P8,415
P9,256 total
May 1 - May 2
ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Hotel Valgus

Hotel Valgus
3.5 star property
Downtown Cuenca
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (30 reviews)
"Nice, clean, and great customer service. "
United States
Osmin
The price is P4,381
P4,819 total
Apr 10 - Apr 11
Hotel Valgus
Exterior detail

Parc Royale Suites Hotel

Parc Royale Suites Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Cuenca
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (25 reviews)
"The hotel made a great effort to make Christmas Eve a very special moment for our family, we had a very good time. Cuenca was a lovely city."
United States
Gina
The price is P11,950
P13,145 total
Apr 8 - Apr 9
Parc Royale Suites Hotel
Restaurant

Hotel Boutique La Ronda by Chat Noir

Hotel Boutique La Ronda by Chat Noir
3.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (59 reviews)
"Great hotel with helpful staff "
United States
Kurt
The price is P3,253
P3,253 total
Apr 7 - Apr 8
Hotel Boutique La Ronda by Chat Noir
Terrace/patio

El Dorado Hotel

El Dorado Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (223 reviews)
"Our stay was great, staff was excellent "
United States
oscar
The price is P4,638
P5,102 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
El Dorado Hotel
Terrace/patio

Casa 11-24 by Casa Bolivar

Casa 11-24 by Casa Bolivar
2.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Clean room, good size room, comfortable beds. The place was clean and very good location. The lady in charge very nice, very good breakfast. I totally recommend the place."
United States
Carlos
The price is P2,537
P2,537 total
Apr 11 - Apr 12
Casa 11-24 by Casa Bolivar
Front of property

SÁ Hotel

SÁ Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (11 reviews)
"I was in a spacious room with a king bed, large bathroom, staff very friendly, clean . Good breakfast. The sofa in the room was old, the extractorin the bathroom was not functioning which they were going to change ."
Canada
Sam
The price is P3,524
P4,053 total
Apr 7 - Apr 8
SÁ Hotel
Front of property

Hotel Boutique Magdalena By Chat Noir

Hotel Boutique Magdalena By Chat Noir
3.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (23 reviews)
"The hotel is in the middle of downtown. Surrounded by restaurants and sights of the city. The location and price were ideal. The place even had a jacuzzi and pool. The price was so reasonable. The place is old and has a charming beautiful rustic look. "
United States
Rene
The price is P2,891
P3,494 total
Apr 7 - Apr 8
Hotel Boutique Magdalena By Chat Noir
Restaurant

Vaway Hotel

Vaway Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Cuenca
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (115 reviews)
"Great and clean place. I would recommend to families and friends. Very close to all attractions and tours. And they have hot water!"
United States
Dennis
The price is P4,033
P4,033 total
Apr 9 - Apr 10
Vaway Hotel
Lobby sitting area

Hotel Las Gardenias

Hotel Las Gardenias
2.5 star property
Downtown Cuenca
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (49 reviews)
"Very clean, friendly staff and convenient to shopping and restaurants."
United States
William
The price is P5,421
P5,421 total
Apr 7 - Apr 8
Hotel Las Gardenias
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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Cuenca

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Exterior detail
Parc Royale Suites Hotel
3.5 star property
10.0
Exceptional
25 reviews
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Terrace/patio
Casa 11-24 by Casa Bolivar
2.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
13 reviews
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Garden
Hotel Boutique Casa Montalvo Cuenca
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
60 reviews
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Courtyard
Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
350 reviews
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Exterior
ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
65 reviews
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Where to stay in Downtown Cuenca

Find the best Downtown Cuenca areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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 Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga and jump on the metro at Gaspar Sangurima Tram Station to see more of the city.

San sebastian Church in Cuenca, Ecuador

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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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.

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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.

Cuenca historical landmarks, Ecuador

El Barranco

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

Top Downtown Cuenca Hotel Reviews

Hotel Azul de la Plaza

Hotel Azul de la Plaza

8/10 Good
"It was nicely located, very cute and very clean Enjoy my stay "
Veronica 2-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Hotel Azul de la Plaza

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown Cuenca?
Downtown Cuenca is a historic neighborhood known for its array of dining options. Be sure to check out University of Cuenca's Orchid Garden and Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga as part of your Downtown Cuenca travel plans.
Where is the best place to stay in Downtown Cuenca?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional is the highest ranked property in Downtown Cuenca. This hotel offers 2 restaurants and free breakfast. Other top choices in the neighborhood include Hotel Azul de la Plaza and Hotel Boutique Los Balcones.
How many hotels should I expect to find in the Downtown Cuenca area?
Expedia has 126 hotels and other accommodations in Downtown Cuenca to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Cuenca area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Cuenca, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer in Downtown Cuenca.
What can I see and do in this Cuenca neighborhood?
Browse the collections at Casa de los Arcos Art Museum, Sombrero Museum, or Las Conceptas Museum in Downtown Cuenca. University of Cuenca's Orchid Garden and Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga are some other stops to visit in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Cuenca include San Francisco Plaza Market, Convent of the Assumption, and Museum of Extreme Art. When you're sightseeing in Cuenca, Museum of the Canari Identity and Inter-American Center of Popular Arts are also worth a stop.
How can I get around Downtown Cuenca and the greater Cuenca area?
If you want to venture out of town, Luis Cordero (Hermano Miguel) Station is the closest train station. You can also catch a ride at 14n - Antonio Borrero Station.