Downtown Cuenca Travel Guide

Cuenca

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.
An outdoor flower market with vendors and customers.

Stay near popular Downtown Cuenca attractions

Things to do


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 £45 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
£45
11 Nov - 12 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 11 Nov to 12 Nov
£76
11 Nov - 12 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 ...
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 £54 per night from 12 Nov to 13 Nov
£54
12 Nov - 13 Nov
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 ...
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
The price is £106 per night from 11 Dec to 12 Dec
£106
11 Dec - 12 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
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 £21 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
£21
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Stay at this hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions San Sebastian Plaza and Museum of Modern Art are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (78 reviews)
"Fantastic location and the perfect base to explore Cuenca. Really lovely staff also"

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2026

Hotel Azul de la Plaza
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Where to stay in Downtown Cuenca

Find the best Downtown Cuenca areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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 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.

Huayna-Cápac

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

San Blas

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

El Barranco

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



Downtown Cuenca Travel Guide

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