Cuenca Historic Center Travel Guide

Cuenca

A cityscape with historic architecture, including domed buildings and a prominent church tower.
A historic cathedral with multiple domes and a bell tower.
A cathedral with a large blue dome and multiple spires, set against a backdrop of mountains and a cityscape.
A historic cathedral with two prominent blue domes and intricate architectural details.
A cityscape with historic buildings, a prominent tower, and mountains in the background.

Stay near popular Cuenca Historic Center 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

Cuenca: Half-Day City Tour including Panama Hat Factory

Cuenca: Half-Day City Tour including Panama Hat Factory

£26
per adult
Cuenca: Half-Day City Tour including Panama Hat Factory
Cuenca down town

Cuenca Half-Day City Tour Including Panama Hat Factory

£26
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

£30
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.

£44
per adult
Ingapirca Ruins and Inca Face Small Group Tour from Cuenca.
Panama Hat Factory

Cuenca-Ec- Highlights City Tour

£12
per adult
Cuenca-Ec- Highlights City Tour
Cajas Unveiled: A Half-Day Escape from Cuenca

Cajas Unveiled: A Half-Day Escape from Cuenca

£30
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cajas Unveiled: A Half-Day Escape from Cuenca
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Top hotels in Cuenca Historic Center

Vaway Hotel

Vaway Hotel

3 out of 5
Padre Aguirre 8-17 y Mariscal Sucre Cuenca Azuay
The price is £45 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
£45
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 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 9 Nov 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 £76 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
£76
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Stay at this spa hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
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 £35 per night from 12 Nov to 13 Nov
£35
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Stay at this hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Plaza ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (557 reviews)
"Very nice cute hotel"

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2026

Santa Lucia House - Forum
Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

4 out of 5
Antonio Borrero 8 44 Y Sucre Cuenca Azuay
The price is £105 per night from 12 Dec to 13 Dec
£105
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Stay at this boutique hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (413 reviews)
"Great place"

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2026

Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia
ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional

ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional

4 out of 5
Gran Colombia y Benigno Malo Cuenca Azuay
The price is £95 per night from 12 Nov to 13 Nov
£95
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Cúpulas Lookout and Calderon Park are ...
ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional
Casa de las Rosas

Casa de las Rosas

3 out of 5
Manuel Vega 12-57 entre Cuenca Azuay
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £17 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
£17
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Stay at this guesthouse in Cuenca. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and free airport drop-off. Popular attractions San Blas Park and Plaza Rotary Market ...
8.2/10 Very good! (198 reviews)
"Había leído opiniones un poco preocupantes con respecto a la limpieza del lugar pero debo decir que no fue mi caso. Tuve una habitación con una cama cómoda, lo que hizo mi descanso agradable. El servicio de WiFi si era un poco intermitente y es lo único que me resultó un poco criticable ya que mi ..."

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2026

Casa de las Rosas
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Where to stay in Cuenca Historic Center

Find the best Cuenca Historic Center areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic cathedral with multiple domes and a bell tower.
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Downtown Cuenca

Downtown Cuenca is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga and San Sebastian Plaza while in the area.

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.

A circular aerial view of a historic city with a prominent church, a central plaza, and surrounding buildings.

Huayna-Cápac

If you're spending some time in Huayna-Cápac, Alejandro Serrano Aguilar Stadium and Cuenca Botanical Garden are top sights worth seeing.

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, Puente Roto and Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga are top sights worth seeing.

A cityscape with a river, residential buildings, and mountains in the background.

El Barranco

If you're spending some time in El Barranco, Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga and Puente Roto are top sights worth seeing.

Cuenca Historic Center Travel Guide

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