Cuenca Historic Center Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A cityscape with historic architecture, including domed buildings and a prominent church tower.
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.

Stay near popular Cuenca Historic Center attractions

Activities


Our pick of the best Cuenca Historic Center Hotel Deals

Vaway Hotel

Vaway Hotel

3 out of 5
Padre Aguirre 8-17 y Mariscal Sucre Cuenca Azuay
The price is NZ$106 per night from 12 July to 13 July
NZ$106
12 July - 13 July
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! (145 reviews)
"Excelente 👌 hotel. Limpio, habitación impecable y la vista maravillosa. Cerca de todo, personal muy amable. El rooftop en el piso 7 es un plus muy positivo para tomarte unos drinks y la gente que te atiende es muy amable :)"

Reviewed on 4 July 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 NZ$218 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
NZ$218
5 Aug - 6 Aug
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! (367 reviews)
"Highly recommend this hotel!! Beautiful gardens!! Would never know this is located in the heart of the city. Very peaceful and relaxing."

Reviewed on 6 July 2026

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 NZ$96 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
NZ$96
6 Aug - 7 Aug
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (518 reviews)
"Everything was perfect in the property"

Reviewed on 3 July 2026

Santa Lucia House - Forum
Casa de las Rosas

Casa de las Rosas

3 out of 5
Manuel Vega 12-57 entre Cuenca Azuay
The price is NZ$43 per night from 8 July to 9 July
NZ$43
8 July - 9 July
Stay at this guesthouse in Cuenca. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and free airport drop-off. Popular attractions San Blas Park and Plaza Rotary Market ...
8.2/10 Very good! (192 reviews)
"Amazing place and good value for the 2 bdrm with kitchen, but the kitchen was not stocked with the basics and no dishcloths or dishtowels."

Reviewed on 26 June 2026

Casa de las Rosas
Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

4 out of 5
Antonio Borrero 8 44 Y Sucre Cuenca Azuay
The price is NZ$277 per night from 19 July to 20 July
NZ$277
19 July - 20 July
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! (395 reviews)
"Lindo hotel en el centro de Cuenca, caminando al parque y a muchas tiendas y restaurantes"

Reviewed on 23 June 2026

Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia
El Dorado Hotel

El Dorado Hotel

4 out of 5
Gran Colombia 7-87 y Luis Cordero Cuenca Azuay
The price is NZ$149 per night from 10 July to 11 July
NZ$149
10 July - 11 July
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Calderon Park and Convent of the Assumption ...
9/10 Wonderful! (226 reviews)
"Always a good choice"

Reviewed on 5 June 2026

El Dorado Hotel
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.

Our guide on where to stay in Cuenca Historic Center

Find the best Cuenca Historic Center areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Downtown Cuenca

Downtown Cuenca is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Convent of the Assumption and University of Cuenca's Orchid Garden while in the area.

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, Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga and Convent of the Assumption 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.



Cuenca Historic Center Travel Guide

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