Title: El Barranco Travel Guide: Best of El Barranco, Cuenca Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in El Barranco](https://expedia.co.uk/El-Barranco-Hotels.d944149084808323072.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Cuenca](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Cuenca.d932.Travel-Guide-Flights)[El Barranco Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-El-Barranco.d944149084808323072.Car-Hire-Guide)[El Barranco Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/El-Barranco.d944149084808323072.Holidays-City-Breaks) # El Barranco Travel Guide ## Cuenca ![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.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/944149084808323072/3620c8d8-ea93-459c-97c9-70d95370b2b9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Cuenca historical landmarks, Ecuador](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/944149084808323072/3a5d3572-15b0-4317-a3ac-b702bea329d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![#LifeAtExpedia Puente Roto aka Broken Bridge ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532375159/476f19e8-fb6d-43ba-999f-2342b5bc30da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![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.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6239657/2194b6fc-8907-411c-a95d-7f96c1a7019e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit El Barranco Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Cuenca travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Cuenca.dx932) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Cuenca, Ecuador - Stairs from Calle Larga to Rio Tomebamba](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532375170/c61299f3-9c52-4a7e-a1d1-7b694ee80745.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga You can find out about the history of Cuenca with a visit to Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the cathedral in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rio-Tomebamba-Calle-Larga-Cuenca.d553248621532375170.Attraction) ![#LifeAtExpedia Puente Roto aka Broken Bridge ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532375159/476f19e8-fb6d-43ba-999f-2342b5bc30da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Puente-Roto-Cuenca.d553248621532375159.Attraction) ![Santo Domingo church at night, as seen from a rooftop on Park Calderon](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6175552/9bcf9fe9-9e4b-4d0e-9ecc-fa69b9550479.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Calderon-Park-Cuenca.d6175552.Attraction) ![Aerial View of New Cathedral in center of Cuenca, Ecuador](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112456/a27c6d4d-db0c-4e5e-9cf4-7ada53dc7647.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/New-Cathedral-Of-Cuenca-Cuenca.d6112456.Attraction) ![Puente Roto](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532375159/476f19e8-fb6d-43ba-999f-2342b5bc30da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Puente-Roto-Cuenca.d553248621532375159.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sombrero-Museum-Cuenca.d553248621563217914.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Cuenca down town](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1340833/8d969831-2ddf-4632-9f08-5d28c415b8d1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cuenca Half-Day City Tour Including Panama Hat Factory £26 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cuenca-half-day-city-tour-including-panama-hat-factory.a1340833.activity-details) ![Toreadora lake Cajas NP](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2191115/fc45de73-1384-4deb-aac2-900cf0e0ce19.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cajas Unveiled: A Half-Day Escape from Cuenca £30 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cajas-unveiled-a-half-day-escape-from-cuenca.a2191115.activity-details) ![Ñami ñami.. delicious snacks in Cuenca](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4072188/165fdc94-58df-4e2f-9435-05aba80a7884.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Street food Tour in Cuenca,Ecuador £25 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/street-food-tour-in-cuenca.a4072188.activity-details) ![Happy group](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2887541/0259ae6c-7bc5-47a4-a364-7a1c4a2e51e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cajas National Park Hiking Tour from Cuenca £36 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cajas-national-park-hiking-tour-from-cuenca.a2887541.activity-details) ![Amazing Cajas National Park Tour from Cuenca](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2191099/981a1c06-1179-4ad8-b131-a18a3fc0acbe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Amazing Cajas National Park Tour from Cuenca £35 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/amazing-cajas-national-park-tour-from-cuenca.a2191099.activity-details) ![Cajas National Park Half Day Tour from Cuenca](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2191113/d0c65d32-360a-404b-8d02-58595cd5c73f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cajas National Park Half Day Tour from Cuenca £29 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cajas-national-park-half-day-tour-from-cuenca.a2191113.activity-details) [See all activities in Cuenca](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Cuenca.d932.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in El Barranco ![Hotel Boutique La Ronda by Chat Noir](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92510000/92507000/92506935/c027a227_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Boutique La Ronda by Chat Noir calle larga y presidente Borrero Cuenca Azuay £23 26 Apr - 27 Apr Stay at this hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga and Inter-American Center of ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (55 reviews) Nice area, beautiful room with balcony. Cute cats. Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F04%2F2026&endDate=27%2F04%2F2026&selected=92506935&PinnedHotelID=92506935&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=944149084808323072) ![Santa Lucia Suites - Barranco](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89040000/89038300/89038225/b0acee77_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Santa Lucia Suites - Barranco Pa. 3 de Noviembre Cuenca Azuay £46 28 Mar - 29 Mar Stay at this aparthotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, in-room massages and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Inter-American Center of Popular ... 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=28%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026&selected=117573767&PinnedHotelID=117573767&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=944149084808323072) ![Luxury Penthouse, Historic City Center, Panoramic Views, -- Power Backup -- ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18970000/18968900/18968814/8db730b8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Luxury Penthouse, Historic City Center, Panoramic Views, -- Power Backup -- Cuenca Azuay Stay at this condo in Cuenca. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 10/10 Exceptional! (51 reviews) The views over the Tomebamba River are outstanding, both from the living room and then from the upper deck. In fact, the upper patio gives you 360 degrees of the city of Cuenca. The apartment is right downtown, in the middle of everything, but very quiet. This is the perfect home away from home. ... Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=11%2F04%2F2026&selected=18968814&PinnedHotelID=18968814&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=944149084808323072) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=11%2F04%2F2026&selected=18968814&PinnedHotelID=18968814&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=944149084808323072) ![Riverfront condo - Amazing views in Cuenca's Historic District ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34330000/34326300/34326289/e66ac242_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Riverfront condo - Amazing views in Cuenca's Historic District Cuenca Azuay Stay at this condo in Cuenca. Enjoy a fitness centre, a garden and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 10/10 Exceptional! (49 reviews) The amenities were in great condition and the view was fabulous. The host was very responsive and helpful. There was even a welcome basket of some food items, wine, chocolate. It was a very welcoming atmosphere. Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=11%2F04%2F2026&selected=34326289&PinnedHotelID=34326289&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=944149084808323072) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=11%2F04%2F2026&selected=34326289&PinnedHotelID=34326289&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=944149084808323072) ![Oro Verde Cuenca](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3800/3740/cb81f049_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Oro Verde Cuenca Av Ordóñez Lasso S/N Cuenca Azuay £82 29 Mar - 30 Mar Stay at this luxury hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (575 reviews) As always, the Oro Verde Cuenca is the best place to stay. They are always accommodating and go above and beyond. I brought my fiancée, our just turned 6 month old daughter, and our family dog to celebrate my daughter 6 month birthday at the place were we brought her to right after she was born. ... Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=3740&PinnedHotelID=3740&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=944149084808323072) [See all 394 properties in El Barranco](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=28%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026®ionId=944149084808323072) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check El Barranco hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=944149084808323072&startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-28)[27 Mar - 28 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=944149084808323072&startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-28) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=944149084808323072&startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29)[28 Mar - 29 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=944149084808323072&startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=944149084808323072&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026)[27 Mar - 29 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=944149084808323072&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around El Barranco ![Downtown Cuenca](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976394381/c541e845-1082-4391-97bf-91e3b860f952.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Cuenca Downtown Cuenca is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by University of Cuenca's Orchid Garden and Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga while in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cuenca-Downtown-Cuenca.dx6239657) ![San Blas](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976394381/c541e845-1082-4391-97bf-91e3b860f952.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### San Blas If you're spending some time in San Blas, Puente Roto and Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cuenca-San-Blas.dx553248635976394381) ![Panoramic view of the historical center of city Cuenca at the valley with its many churches. Ecuador ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/697343892309422080/94f95743-ba23-4602-b9e7-7aa5ca280ef7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cuenca-Cuenca-Historic-Center.dx697343892309422080) ![Huayna-Cápac](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6239657/2194b6fc-8907-411c-a95d-7f96c1a7019e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Huayna-Cápac If you're spending some time in Huayna-Cápac, Alejandro Serrano Aguilar Stadium and Chahuarchimbana House Museum are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cuenca-Huayna-Capac.dx553248635976384797) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Canaribamba Canaribamba might not have many top sights, but Puente Roto and Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cuenca-Canaribamba.dx553248635976385172) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### El Vecino Even though there aren't top sights in El Vecino, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga. Jump on the metro at Terminal Terrestre Station to see more of the city. 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