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

$40
per adult
Cajas Unveiled: A Half-Day Escape from Cuenca
Cajas National Park Half Day Tour from Cuenca

Cajas National Park Half Day Tour from Cuenca

$39
per adult
Cajas National Park Half Day Tour from Cuenca
Cuenca down town

Cuenca Half-Day City Tour Including Panama Hat Factory

$35
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cuenca Half-Day City Tour Including Panama Hat Factory
Ingapirca Ruins and Inca Face Small Group Tour from Cuenca.

Ingapirca Ruins and Inca Face Small Group Tour from Cuenca.

$58
per adult
Ingapirca Ruins and Inca Face Small Group Tour from Cuenca.
Basin: Chocolate Tour with Practice Class

Basin: Chocolate Tour with Practice Class

$16
per adult
Basin: Chocolate Tour with Practice Class
Giron Chorro Waterfall

Giron Waterfall and Busa Lake

$54
per adult
Giron Waterfall and Busa Lake
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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
$52 nightly
The price is $52 total per night from Sep 6 to Sep 7
$52 total
Sep 6 - Sep 7
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! (149 reviews)
"Rooftop restaurant for breakfast dinner with amazing views."

Reviewed on Aug 5, 2026

Vaway Hotel
TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir

TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir

4 out of 5
Av. del Estadio y Florencia Astudillo Cuenca Azuay
$106 nightly
The price is $117 total per night from Aug 13 to Aug 14
$117 total
Aug 13 - Aug 14
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
Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
Calle Bolivar 12-55 Y Tarqui Cuenca Azuay
$80 nightly
The price is $88 total per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
$88 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
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! (376 reviews)
"El hotel muy lindo y su encanto especial, lo único un poco incomodo la cama muy pequena"

Reviewed on Aug 4, 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
$42 nightly
The price is $47 total per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
$47 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (527 reviews)
"excelent location, service and food."

Reviewed on Aug 4, 2026

Santa Lucia House - Forum
Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

4 out of 5
Antonio Borrero 8 44 Y Sucre Cuenca Azuay
$109 nightly
The price is $123 total per night from Sep 6 to Sep 7
$123 total
Sep 6 - Sep 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! (401 reviews)
"Bonito y cerca de todo…"

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2026

Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia
NASS Central Garden

NASS Central Garden

3.5 out of 5
9-69 Mariano Cueva Cuenca Azuay
$26 nightly
The price is $26 total per night from Sep 6 to Sep 7
$26 total
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Plaza Rotary Market and Civic Plaza ...
7.6/10 Good! (38 reviews)
"Lindo"

Reviewed on Aug 5, 2026

NASS Central Garden
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Where to stay in Downtown Cuenca

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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.
Photo by Botak Jon
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.

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Photo by Susie Alvarez
Open Photo by Susie Alvarez

Huayna-Cápac

While visiting Huayna-Cápac, you might make a stop by sights like Alejandro Serrano Aguilar Stadium and Museum of Metals.

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Totoracocha

Even though there aren't top sights in Totoracocha, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Puente Roto. Jump on the metro at Terminal Terrestre Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Cuenca

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