Downtown Cuenca

Cuenca

A historic cathedral with multiple domes and a bell tower.
A cityscape with a restaurant featuring thatched roofs.
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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

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
Toreadora lake Cajas NP

Cajas Unveiled: A Half-Day Escape from Cuenca

$40
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cajas Unveiled: A Half-Day Escape 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
Giron Chorro Waterfall

Giron Waterfall and Busa Lake

$54
per adult
Giron Waterfall and Busa Lake
Panama Hat Factory

Cuenca-Ec- Highlights City Tour

$16
per adult
Cuenca-Ec- Highlights City Tour
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.
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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
$54 nightly
The price is $54 total per night from Nov 18 to Nov 19
$54 total
Nov 18 - Nov 19
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 ...
Vaway Hotel
Santa Lucia House - Forum

Santa Lucia House - Forum

4 out of 5
Antonio Borrero 10-91 y Mariscal Lamar Cuenca Azuay
$40 nightly
The price is $44 total per night from Oct 20 to Oct 21
$44 total
Oct 20 - Oct 21
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! (548 reviews)
"Todo estuvo perfecto, buena ubicación y buena atención…"

Reviewed on Oct 12, 2026

Santa Lucia House - Forum
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 $87 total per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
$87 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
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! (394 reviews)
"Fue una experiencia única . Todo excelente . Habitaciones , trato del personal , desayuno … todo perfecto ."

Reviewed on Oct 16, 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
$98 nightly
The price is $108 total per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
$108 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (511 reviews)
"We stayed in the presidential suite and it was quite a wonderful experience. A crib for our daughter was there upon arrival and they even let us in early. There is a deep tub that gets very hot which we were not expecting so that was a lovely surprise. The room does get a bit hot, I am assuming because ..."

Reviewed on Oct 15, 2026

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
$108 nightly
The price is $119 total per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
$119 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
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 ...
Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia
El Dorado Cuenca

El Dorado Cuenca

4 out of 5
Gran Colombia 7-87 y Luis Cordero Cuenca Azuay
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$90 nightly
The price is $99 total per night from Nov 13 to Nov 14
$99 total
Nov 13 - Nov 14
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
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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.
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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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Huayna-Cápac

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

A cityscape with a river, residential buildings, and mountains in the background.

El Barranco

While visiting El Barranco, you might make a stop by sights like Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga and Puente Roto.

Downtown Cuenca

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