Title: San Blas Travel Guide: Best of San Blas, Cuenca Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in San Blas](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Blas-Hotels.d553248635976394381.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Cuenca](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Cuenca.d932.Travel-Guide-Flights)[San Blas Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-San-Blas.d553248635976394381.Car-Hire-Guide)[San Blas Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Blas.d553248635976394381.Holidays-City-Breaks) # San Blas Travel Guide ## Cuenca ![San Blas](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976394381/c541e845-1082-4391-97bf-91e3b860f952.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![San Blas](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6239657/b1a6dee4-d19a-407d-b13d-58574546dda4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![San Blas](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976394381/3818f7e5-4a28-4cda-b043-817b40d88899.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![San Blas](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/697343892309422080/c18dab0b-5538-4e1b-a77f-c0bd17af88d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![San Blas](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6239657/cb67ba97-fd6d-4675-b8e0-a86569d9787e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit San Blas Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Cuenca travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Cuenca.dx932) --- ### Popular places to visit ![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) ![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) #### Pumapungo Archaeological Park You can browse the exhibits at Pumapungo Archaeological Park, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Cuenca. Discover the area's museums and cathedral. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Pumapungo-Archaeological-Park-Cuenca.d553248621532375168.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Plaza-Market-Cuenca.d553248621532372164.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 £24 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 £35 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cajas-national-park-hiking-tour-from-cuenca.a2887541.activity-details) ![Llamas on the trail](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2191099/fca10832-5618-4094-aaae-d7025fb35e13.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) ![Mountains and lakes](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2191113/d9e643a9-999e-4d03-9396-7aaa68cfb8d9.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 San Blas ![Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1530000/1522200/1522196/6c0fecab_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel Calle Bolivar 12-55 Y Tarqui Cuenca Azuay 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 ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (348 reviews) Loved everything Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=11%2F04%2F2026&selected=1522196&PinnedHotelID=1522196&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976394381) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=11%2F04%2F2026&selected=1522196&PinnedHotelID=1522196&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976394381) ![Vaway Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95990000/95984900/95984880/59f56fd5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Vaway Hotel Padre Aguirre 8-17 y Mariscal Sucre Cuenca Azuay 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! (112 reviews) Great and clean place. I would recommend to families and friends. Very close to all attractions and tours. And they have hot water! Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=11%2F04%2F2026&selected=95984880&PinnedHotelID=95984880&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976394381) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=11%2F04%2F2026&selected=95984880&PinnedHotelID=95984880&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976394381) ![Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1780000/1777700/1777653/dfee2965_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia Antonio Borrero 8 44 Y Sucre Cuenca Azuay 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! (378 reviews) This is one of the best hotels in Cuenca. They put a hot water bottle in your bed. It’s amazing, and there really isn’t service like this in most hotels. Also, the garden is really nice. I will definitely be back. Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=11%2F04%2F2026&selected=1777653&PinnedHotelID=1777653&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976394381) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=11%2F04%2F2026&selected=1777653&PinnedHotelID=1777653&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976394381) ![Casa Firenza](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88310000/88300600/88300564/acfc1a71_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Casa Firenza Simon Bolivar Cuenca Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Calderon Park and Esqueletologia Museum ... 9.2/10 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. Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=11%2F04%2F2026&selected=88300564&PinnedHotelID=88300564&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976394381) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=11%2F04%2F2026&selected=88300564&PinnedHotelID=88300564&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976394381) ![El Dorado Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20200/20146/c6ba7a03_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### El Dorado Hotel Gran Colombia 7-87 y Luis Cordero Cuenca Azuay Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Calderon Park and Esqueletologia Museum ... [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=11%2F04%2F2026&selected=20146&PinnedHotelID=20146&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976394381) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=11%2F04%2F2026&selected=20146&PinnedHotelID=20146&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976394381) ![Hotel Boutique Magdalena By Chat Noir](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120010000/120006000/120005988/a03316ea_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Boutique Magdalena By Chat Noir Benigno Malo y Juan Jaramillo 9 - 48 Cuenca Stay at this hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and on-site spa services. Popular attractions Sombrero Museum and San Francisco Plaza Market are ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (21 reviews) Our stay was disappointing due to poor professionalism and lack of basic customer service. Staff were not courteous and often appeared annoyed when we made simple requests. We had to repeatedly ask for pillows, and it took five days to receive a working safe. Basic amenities should not require constant ... Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=11%2F04%2F2026&selected=120005988&PinnedHotelID=120005988&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976394381) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=11%2F04%2F2026&selected=120005988&PinnedHotelID=120005988&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976394381) [See all 393 properties in San Blas](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=28%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026®ionId=553248635976394381) 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 San Blas hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976394381&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=553248635976394381&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=553248635976394381&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=553248635976394381&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=553248635976394381&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=553248635976394381&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around San Blas ![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=350&h=192&q=medium) ### El Barranco If you're spending some time in El Barranco, Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga and Puente Roto are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cuenca-El-Barranco.dx944149084808323072) ![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) ![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) ![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 Pumapungo Archaeological Park and Puente Roto are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cuenca-Canaribamba.dx553248635976385172) ![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) ### 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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