Downtown Cuenca

Cuenca

A historic cathedral with multiple domes and a bell tower.
A cityscape with a restaurant featuring thatched roofs.
A person suspended in a harness, overlooking a cityscape with mountains in the background.
A cathedral with a large blue dome and multiple spires, set against a backdrop of mountains and a cityscape.
A cityscape with historic buildings, a prominent tower, and mountains in the background.

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Two illuminated church domes with cross-topped spires, set against a mountainous backdrop.

Calderon Park

9.6/10 (590 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Toreadora lake Cajas NP

Cajas Unveiled: A Half-Day Escape from Cuenca

CA $56
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cajas Unveiled: A Half-Day Escape from Cuenca
Cajas National Park Half Day Tour from Cuenca

Cajas National Park Half Day Tour from Cuenca

CA $55
per adult
Cajas National Park Half Day Tour from Cuenca
Cuenca down town

Cuenca Half-Day City Tour Including Panama Hat Factory

CA $49
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cuenca Half-Day City Tour Including Panama Hat Factory
Cuenca : Cajas National Park & Hostería Dos Chorreras

Cuenca : Cajas National Park & Hostería Dos Chorreras

CA $35
per adult
Cuenca : Cajas National Park & Hostería Dos Chorreras
Panama Hat Factory

Cuenca-Ec- Highlights City Tour

CA $22
per adult
Cuenca-Ec- Highlights City Tour
Cuenca: Half-Day City Tour including Panama Hat Factory

Cuenca: Half-Day City Tour including Panama Hat Factory

CA $49
per adult
Cuenca: Half-Day City Tour including Panama Hat Factory
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Downtown Cuenca Hotel Deals

Vaway Hotel

Vaway Hotel

3 out of 5
Padre Aguirre 8-17 y Mariscal Sucre Cuenca Azuay
The price is CA $81 per night from Nov 4 to Nov 5
CA $81
CA $81 total
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Convent of the Assumption ...
9/10 Wonderful! (171 reviews)
"Good and friendly"

Reviewed on Sep 29, 2026

Vaway 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 CA $69 per night from Nov 4 to Nov 5
CA $69
CA $77 total
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Stay at this hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Plaza ...
Santa Lucia House - Forum
Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
Calle Bolivar 12-55 Y Tarqui Cuenca Azuay
The price is CA $114 per night from Oct 15 to Oct 16
CA $114
CA $126 total
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (390 reviews)
"El staff fue súper amable. La habitación muy limpia. Desayuno buffet muy variado. Excelente todo. Volveré definitivamente."

Reviewed on Sep 27, 2026

Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel
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 CA $120 per night from Oct 11 to Oct 12
CA $120
CA $132 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Book a stay at this boutique hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
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 CA $154 per night from Oct 6 to Oct 7
CA $154
CA $169 total
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Book a stay at this boutique hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (409 reviews)
"Our experience was very good. However, the only issue we encountered was the strong kerosene smell on the third floor. The heating lamps located in the interior patio-which at night also operates as a restaurant, where the food is excellent, by the way- emit a very intense kerosene or gasoline odor, ..."

Reviewed on Sep 19, 2026

Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia
El Dorado Cuenca

El Dorado Cuenca

4 out of 5
Gran Colombia 7-87 y Luis Cordero Cuenca Azuay
The price is CA $121 per night from Oct 11 to Oct 12
CA $121
CA $133 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Calderon Park and Cúpulas Lookout ...
El Dorado Cuenca
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Where to stay in Downtown Cuenca

Find the best Downtown Cuenca areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown Cuenca
Learn more about Downtown Cuenca
A cityscape with historic architecture, including domed buildings and a prominent church tower.

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.
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 cathedral with a large blue dome and multiple spires, set against a backdrop of mountains and a cityscape.
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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 at night with illuminated streets and prominent buildings.

Puertas del Sol

When in Puertas del Sol, you can plan a visit to San Sebastian Plaza and University of Cuenca's Orchid Garden, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
A flowing river with rocks, surrounded by trees and a grassy area.
Photo by Paula Vernimmen
Open Photo by Paula Vernimmen

Huayna-Cápac

While visiting Huayna-Cápac, you might make a stop by sights like Alejandro Serrano Aguilar Stadium and Cuenca Botanical Garden.

Downtown Cuenca

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