Cuenca Historic Center Travel Guide

Cuenca

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

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.
See properties

Top hotels in Cuenca Historic Center

Vaway Hotel

Vaway Hotel

3 out of 5
Padre Aguirre 8-17 y Mariscal Sucre Cuenca Azuay
The price is ₹5,791 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
₹5,791
₹5,791 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
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! (160 reviews)
"N/A"

Reviewed on 25 Aug 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 ₹7,673 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
₹7,673
₹8,440 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
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! (377 reviews)
"El hotel muy lindo y su encanto especial, lo único un poco incomodo la cama muy pequena"

Reviewed on 4 Aug 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 ₹3,808 per night from 25 Sept to 26 Sept
₹3,808
₹4,236 total
25 Sept - 26 Sept
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! (532 reviews)
"The room was clean and the staff were very helpful and friendly."

Reviewed on 25 Aug 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 ₹2,257 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
₹2,257
₹2,257 total
26 Aug - 27 Aug
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 ...
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 ₹9,024 per night from 25 Sept to 26 Sept
₹9,024
₹10,152 total
25 Sept - 26 Sept
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 ...
Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia
NASS Central Garden

NASS Central Garden

3.5 out of 5
9-69 Mariano Cueva Cuenca Azuay
The price is ₹2,474 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
₹2,474
₹2,474 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Plaza Rotary Market and Museum of the ...
NASS Central Garden
See all 427 properties in Cuenca Historic Center
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.

Where to stay in Cuenca Historic Center

Find the best Cuenca Historic Center areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic cathedral with multiple domes and a bell tower.
Photo by Botak Jon
Open Photo by Botak Jon

Downtown Cuenca

Downtown Cuenca is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga and San Francisco Plaza Market while in the area.

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, University of Cuenca's Orchid Garden and Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga 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.

A picnic table with a bottle of beer, a glass, and a bag, overlooking a mountainous landscape with a llama in the distance.
Photo by Susie Alvarez
Open Photo by Susie Alvarez

Huayna-Cápac

If you're spending some time in Huayna-Cápac, Alejandro Serrano Aguilar Stadium and Museum of Metals are top sights worth seeing.

A historic building with a tower, a fountain, and a street with pedestrians and vehicles.

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