San Blas Travel Guide
Cuenca
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
San Francisco Plaza Market
You can search for that perfect souvenir at San Francisco Plaza Market during your trip to Cuenca. Discover the museums and cathedral in this culturally rich area.
Convent of the Assumption
Find out about the history of Cuenca when you spend time at Convent of the Assumption. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the cathedral in the area.
Things to do
Cuenca Half-Day City Tour Including Panama Hat Factory
Cajas Unveiled: A Half-Day Escape from Cuenca
Street food Tour in Cuenca,Ecuador
Ingapirca Ruins and Inca Face Small Group Tour from Cuenca.
Cajas National Park Hiking Tour from Cuenca
Amazing Cajas National Park Tour from Cuenca
Top hotels in San Blas
Vaway Hotel
Very professional staff. Excellent, central location. Convenient access. Food in is excellent with amazing food although a bit over priced. The staff is very accommodating, helpful and speak English which is helpful.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel
The breakfast menu was fresh, excellent. Room was clean especially the bathroom. Staff was nice and eager to help guest, Veronica in particular. She was so nice and passionate to have pride in Cuenca.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia
Todo excelente, ubicación , personal, restaurante, limpieza.. Muchas gracias por la recomendación
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
El Dorado Hotel
Hotel Boutique Casa Montalvo Cuenca
I can't say enough about the Casa Montalvo team and how pleasant the place is. Just a beautiful small hotel that feels very comfortable and homey. Everyone is so sweet and attentive, and the breakfasts are gourmet. Wilmer is an amazing chef and manager. They go the extra mile to ensure guests have ...
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Santa Lucia Suites - Barranco
Overlooked the Tomebamba River and was very relaxing. It was advertised as a studio but it was actually a one bedroom/ 2 bath unit with open kitchen and living area plus a nice balcony. There was a coffee shop/ cafe next door that was also nice and the employees were always helpful and the food was ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around San Blas
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
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.
Downtown Cuenca
Downtown Cuenca is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by San Francisco Plaza Market and Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga while in the area.
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.
Huayna-Cápac
If you're spending some time in Huayna-Cápac, Alejandro Serrano Aguilar Stadium and Cuenca Botanical Garden are top sights worth seeing.
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.
