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Properties are selected based on real traveler reviews and popularity among guests who’ve booked a night in Downtown Cuenca on Hotels.com. These Downtown Cuenca hotels consistently deliver on quality, location and traveler experience. Last updated on October 7, 2026.

A spacious courtyard with a fountain, seating areas, and a chandelier.

A spacious atrium with a fountain, multiple seating areas, and a balcony with greenery.

A spacious atrium with a central fountain, ornate chandeliers, and lush greenery.

A covered outdoor seating area with a glass enclosure, surrounded by potted plants and flowers.

1. Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

Downtown Cuenca

Rajesh

CNY438

CNY481 total

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A modern room with a large glass window, a black leather chair, a white bathtub, and a small table with a lamp.

A modern interior with two blue chairs around a round table, a city view through large windows, and a night-time cityscape visible outside.

A modern interior with two blue chairs, a round table, and a laptop. A large window offers a view of a cityscape at night.

A modern building with a prominent 'Zahiri' sign, featuring a unique angular design and large glass windows.

2. TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir

Downtown Cuenca

Lia

CNY656

CNY721 total

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A historic building with ornate architecture, a prominent entrance, and flags.

A restaurant with a checkered floor, yellow chairs, a chandelier, and a view of the city through large windows.

A lobby with a large mirror, potted plants, a coffee table with books, and a red chair.

A hotel lobby with a checkered floor, a wooden reception desk, two lamps, a vase with flowers, and a mirror reflecting the room.

3. ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional

Downtown Cuenca

Paul

CNY782

CNY860 total

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central round table with a floral arrangement, and a staircase with wooden railings.

A spacious indoor area with a high ceiling, wooden balcony railing, and multiple potted plants.

A historic building with a sign reading "IMANTI".

A grand interior with a high ceiling, a large skylight, and a chandelier.

4. Santa Lucia House - Forum

Downtown Cuenca

Byron

CNY268

CNY295 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

An indoor dining area with striped chairs and tables, surrounded by greenery and string lights.

A spacious indoor dining area with multiple tables and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and featuring a central decorative fountain.

A grand hallway with ornate wooden furniture, a large window with a view of greenery, and a chandelier.

A grand hallway with ornate decorations, a chandelier, and a piano.

5. Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

Downtown Cuenca

Ruth

CNY770

CNY847 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a trash can, and a view of a historic building with a dome and towers.

A small room with a table, chairs, a plant, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A hallway with a potted plant, a painting, and a door at the end.

A compact kitchen with a sink, a stove, and a small countertop. There is a wooden table with chairs and a potted plant.

6. Vaway Hotel

Downtown Cuenca

Rafael

CNY406

CNY406 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern hotel with a glass facade, a reception desk, and a dining area visible through the windows.

A modern lobby with a leather sofa, glass coffee table, and wooden chairs.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a phone, and a window with curtains.

A modern hotel lobby with a wooden staircase, a reception desk, and a potted plant.

7. El Dorado Cuenca

Downtown Cuenca

Marcelo

CNY604

CNY664 total

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A historic building with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a central entrance.

A high-ceiling atrium with a central tree, large windows, and a staircase.

A spacious, elegantly decorated interior with a high ceiling, ornate metal railings, and a variety of seating arrangements including patterned sofas and armchairs.

A balcony with a table and chairs, a vase with flowers, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

8. Parc Royale Suites Hotel

Downtown Cuenca

Calvin

CNY1,018

CNY1,232 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A house with a tiled roof, a wooden door, and a garden with grass, plants, and a pathway.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a nightstand, a chair, a table with a vase, and a painting on the wall.

A multi-level interior with wooden balconies, a staircase, and a glass ceiling.

A courtyard with a yellow building, a stone pathway, and lush greenery.

9. Hotel Boutique Casa Montalvo Cuenca

Downtown Cuenca

Paul

CNY451

CNY451 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A spacious living area with a sofa, coffee table, and a dining table with chairs. There is a kitchen in the background with modern appliances.

A room with wooden flooring, a white console table with a decorative item, a framed artwork, and a wooden door leading outside.

A modern dining area with a wooden table, six chairs, and decorative vases.

A wooden door with glass panels leading to a balcony with a chair.

10. Santa Lucia Suites - Barranco

Downtown Cuenca

Javier

CNY305

CNY336 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

An indoor dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a central chandelier, and hanging plants.

A hotel room with two beds, a television on a wooden cabinet, and a window with orange curtains.

A bar with three cocktails on the counter, a variety of liquor bottles in the background, and a television screen displaying a nature scene.

A balcony with a table, a cup, and a book.

11. Hotel Boutique Los Balcones

Downtown Cuenca

Jack

CNY365

CNY402 total

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A narrow corridor with tables and chairs, a vending machine, and decorative screens on the walls.

A rooftop terrace with potted plants, outdoor seating, and a view of the cityscape.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a refrigerator, and a microwave on the counter.

A room with a checkered floor, multiple sofas, and a large window with a view of a mountainous landscape.

12. Check Inn B&B - Hostel

Downtown Cuenca

Paul

CNY103

CNY103 total

Nov 5 - Nov 6

A multi-level outdoor area with a wooden staircase, metal railings, and hanging pendant lights.

A view of a historic building with a bell tower and domes, viewed from a balcony with a wrought iron railing.

A hotel lobby with a brick wall, a wooden staircase, and a bar area with shelves of bottles.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a balcony with curtains.

13. Casa Firenza

Downtown Cuenca

Luis

CNY1,086

CNY1,086 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A hotel lobby with a marble staircase, two elevators, and a reception desk.

14. Hotel NASS Continental

Downtown Cuenca

Donald

CNY219

CNY219 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

15. Boutique Town House Blanca Hotel Cuenca

Downtown Cuenca

Yessenia

CNY255

CNY302 total

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A dining table with a bottle of wine, a glass, and a plate of food.

A hotel room with a large window, a bed with multiple pillows, a dining table with breakfast, and a view of the city.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and artwork on the walls.

16. Hotel Valgus

Downtown Cuenca

Osmin

CNY439

CNY483 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A spacious courtyard with a wooden balcony railing, multiple seating areas, and a central table with a keyboard and other items.

A multi-level interior with a central open space, wooden railings, and a tiled floor.

A breakfast buffet with various dishes, including fruits, eggs, and coffee.

17. Hotel NASS del Sur

Downtown Cuenca

Brenda

CNY172

CNY172 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A building with a balcony, a sign reading "Café Bar", and flags.

A room with wooden beams, a chandelier, and a fireplace. There are two ornate chairs and a table with a vase of flowers.

A historic hotel with a balcony, multiple flags, and a classic facade.

A spacious living room with a vintage suitcase as a coffee table, a sofa with red cushions, and a decorative plant.

18. Morenica del Rosario

Downtown Cuenca

Winnie

CNY268

CNY295 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A historic building with ornate architecture, including arched windows and a balcony with a decorative railing.

A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a staircase, and a cabinet with glass doors.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, wooden furniture, and a tiled floor.

An indoor swimming pool with a waterfall feature, stone-tiled flooring, and a sign indicating pool rules.

19. Hotel Boutique Magdalena By Chat Noir

Downtown Cuenca

Rene

CNY143

CNY210 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A spacious indoor area with multiple levels, featuring hanging plants, tables, chairs, and a central staircase.

A hotel entrance with a tiled floor, a wooden staircase, and a glass door with a metal frame.

A building with a sign reading "Alevos" and two flags.

A multi-level atrium with a wooden crucifix, indoor plants, and a dining area with chairs and tables.

20. Aleros Hotel Boutique

Downtown Cuenca

"The staff was courteous and helpful. The room was quaint, clean and comfortable with all the amenities. The room had an Ecuadorian wood trim look. I was well attended to by the staff and the hotel was beautiful with an indoor atrium and a large restaurant that served breakfast. The hotel is at the edge of the historic district of town and within walking distance to some of the best restaurants, shopping and art related museums and sites. I was safe as the hotel was secure. I recommend staying...

Verhonda

CNY362

CNY362 total

Oct 9 - Oct 10

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Cuenca

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Parc Royale Suites Hotel	10.0 Exceptional 28 reviews	View
ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional	9.6 Exceptional 80 reviews	View
Hotel Boutique Casa Montalvo Cuenca	9.8 Exceptional 72 reviews	View
Casa 11-24 by Casa Bolivar	9.6 Exceptional 15 reviews	View
Hotel Raymipampa	9.6 Exceptional 76 reviews	View

Our prices for hotels in Downtown Cuenca are cheapest in June

Top landmarks in Downtown Cuenca

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

Calderon Park

9.6/10 (590 reviews)

Calderon Park is worth a pic or two when discovering Downtown Cuenca.

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A cobblestone street leading to a town square with a view of distant hills.

Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga

9.4/10 (310 reviews)

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga— just one of the monuments in Downtown Cuenca. You can also discover the cathedral and museums in the area— your sightseeing tour starts here.

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A cathedral with blue domes and a cityscape in the background.

New Cathedral of Cuenca

9.6/10 (644 reviews)

Downtown Cuenca is home to New Cathedral of Cuenca, so why not stop by during your stay in Cuenca.

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San Sebastian Plaza

9.4/10 (203 reviews)

San Sebastian Plaza is worth passing through for a few pics when in Downtown Cuenca. You can also discover the museums and cathedral in the area— your sightseeing tour starts here.

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University of Cuenca's Orchid Garden

8.6/10 (143 reviews)

Downtown Cuenca is home to University of Cuenca's Orchid Garden, so why not stop by during your stay in Cuenca. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Calderon Park, just a short walk away.

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Plaza Rotary Market

9.0/10 (128 reviews)

Travelers who enjoy the great outdoors might want to go to Plaza Rotary Market, located 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from central Cuenca. If you like Plaza Rotary Market and want to stay outside, you can walk to Calderon Park.

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Church of Santo Domingo

9.4/10 (28 reviews)

Downtown Cuenca is home to Church of Santo Domingo, so why not stop by during your stay in Cuenca.

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Convent of the Assumption

8.6/10 (17 reviews)

If you want to take a couple of pics of the cathedral, head to Downtown Cuenca— home to Convent of the Assumption. You could also start your cultural experience by heading over to the museums in the area.

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Check out reviews of Downtown Cuenca hotels guests love

El Dorado Cuenca

10/10 Excellent

"Excelente servicio"

Vaway Hotel

8/10 Good

"Todo bien solo muy pequeño"

Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Staff, breakfast"

TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir

10/10 Excellent

"Very comfortable hotel"

Hotel & Suites El Quijote

8/10 Good

"Muy lugar, el staff muy amable. Cerca de muchos lugares, fácil de llegar"

Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

8/10 Good

"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, and because the patio has a covered roof, the smell ends up accumulating on the third floor."

NASS Central Garden

10/10 Excellent

"Agradable ambiente para pasar en familia de tipo colonial, limpio y personal amable"

Parc Royale Suites Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent service, beautiful suite, great location,"

Hotel NASS Casa del Aguila

10/10 Excellent

"The staff is nice and friendly.. great location"

Frequently asked questions

Is Downtown Cuenca expensive to stay in?

You can find great hotels from CNY173 in Downtown Cuenca to suit a range of budgets. If you're looking for an affordable stay in Downtown Cuenca, Hotel Inés María and Hostal Latina are some great low-cost options. To find the best low-cost hotel on Hotels.com that meets your needs, apply your search filters and then sort hotels by "Price: low to high".

How can I find discounted rates and deals for Downtown Cuenca hotels?

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Can I receive a refund if I cancel my Downtown Cuenca hotel booking?

The majority of hotels offer free cancellation, so you can receive a refund if you need to cancel your booking. Some Downtown Cuenca hotels require you to cancel more than 24 hours before check-in, so look at your booking beforehand. For extra peace of mind before you book, filter hotels by "Property cancellation options" and select "Fully refundable property".

What are the top-rated luxury hotels in Downtown Cuenca?

One of the best-rated luxury hotels in Downtown Cuenca is Casa Firenza. Casa Firenza has a high guest rating amongst our travellers and has 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and chef service.

What are some of the best pet-friendly hotels in Downtown Cuenca?

Traveling with your pet doesn't mean sacrificing a great hotel stay. In Downtown Cuenca, our travelers love:

Hotel Victoria has an average guest rating of 9.6 out of 10.
Hotel Raymipampa has an average guest rating of 9.6.
Tarque & Suites has an average guest rating of 9 To find more pet-friendly stays on Hotels.com, use the "Amenities" filter in your search and select "Pet friendly".

What are some of the best Downtown Cuenca hotels for couples?

One of the best Downtown Cuenca hotels for couples is ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional. ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional is a popular hotel with an al fresco restaurant, as well as a chef service in each guestroom. Travelers also love Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia where you can enjoy a garden-view restaurant, as well as massage treatments in each guestroom. Find more romantic Downtown Cuenca hotels by using the "Traveler experience" filter in your search and selecting "Adults only" or "Romantic".

What are some of the best family hotels in Downtown Cuenca?

If you're vacationing with your family, Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel and Hotel Victoria are some of the best family hotels in Downtown Cuenca. Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel has a great average guest score of 9.6 out of 10 and amenities like children's meals, a free cooked-to-order breakfast and a coffee shop/cafe. Kids are welcome at Hotel Victoria, too. Travelers leave glowing reviews of this hotel, which has children's meals, free parking, a free English breakfast, and more. To explore more family hotels in Downtown Cuenca, use the "Family friendly" filter in your search on Hotels.com.

What are some of the best Downtown Cuenca hotels with a pool?

Book a Downtown Cuenca hotel with a pool for some added relaxation or exercise on your trip. Hotel Boutique Magdalena By Chat Noir is a top-rated hotel with an indoor pool, and an average guest score of 7.6 out of 10. This hotel also features spa services and a free full breakfast. Hotel Spa Santa Ana is another great hotel that features an indoor pool, along with a restaurant and a steam room. For more Downtown Cuenca hotels with a pool, use the "Amenities" filter in your search and select "Pool" on Hotels.com.

What are some of the top Downtown Cuenca hotels with free parking?

If you're traveling by car, make your life easier by booking a Downtown Cuenca hotel with free parking. Our travelers like:

Hotel Victoria: A hotel with an average guest rating of 9.6 out of 10
Casa Firenza: A hotel with an average guest rating of 9.6
Santa Lucia House - Forum: A hotel with an average guest rating of 9.4

What are some of the best boutique hotels in Downtown Cuenca?

Elevate your trip by booking a boutique hotel in Downtown Cuenca. Our travelers love Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel, an upscale property offering a full-service spa and a garden-view restaurant, as well as individually decorated guestrooms with bathrobes. Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia is also a top-rated boutique hotel with a garden-view restaurant, a bar/lounge and a coffee shop/cafe.

Is it worth staying in Downtown Cuenca?

You're spoilt for choice with 140 hotels in the area so it's easy to find your perfect somewhere. Basing yourself in Downtown Cuenca makes it easy to explore Cuenca, including the neighborhoods of Cuenca Historic Center and San Sebastián.

What are some great hotels in Downtown Cuenca with balconies?

There are some top hotels in Downtown Cuenca that offer rooms with a balcony. Check out ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional which has a high guest score of 9.6 out of 10, and balconies in some rooms. Another popular choice is Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia, which offers balconies in some rooms and has a great guest score of 9.2.

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Where to stay in Downtown Cuenca?

1. Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

2. TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir

3. ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional

4. Santa Lucia House - Forum

5. Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

6. Vaway Hotel

7. El Dorado Cuenca

8. Parc Royale Suites Hotel

9. Hotel Boutique Casa Montalvo Cuenca

10. Santa Lucia Suites - Barranco

11. Hotel Boutique Los Balcones

12. Check Inn B&B - Hostel

13. Casa Firenza

14. Hotel NASS Continental

15. Boutique Town House Blanca Hotel Cuenca

16. Hotel Valgus

17. Hotel NASS del Sur

18. Morenica del Rosario

19. Hotel Boutique Magdalena By Chat Noir

20. Aleros Hotel Boutique

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Top landmarks in Downtown Cuenca

Calderon Park

Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga

New Cathedral of Cuenca

San Sebastian Plaza

University of Cuenca's Orchid Garden

Plaza Rotary Market

Church of Santo Domingo

Convent of the Assumption

Check out reviews of Downtown Cuenca hotels guests love

El Dorado Cuenca

Vaway Hotel

Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir

Hotel & Suites El Quijote

Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

NASS Central Garden

Parc Royale Suites Hotel

Hotel NASS Casa del Aguila

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