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353 Cheap Hotels in Downtown Cuenca - Specials, Reviews, & Last Minute Deals

Santa Lucia House - Forum
Reception

Santa Lucia House - Forum

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (415)
"Very clean and comfortable. Staff were extremely friendly and helpful. Great location, within walking distance of most major sites of interest."
The price is AU$122
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Santa Lucia House - Forum
Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel
Courtyard

Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (293)
"Wonderful!"
The price is AU$244
25 July - 26 July
Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel
TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir
Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (421)
"Perfect place for vacation "
The price is AU$135
19 July - 20 July
TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir
Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Italian cuisine

Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (346)
"Great place, helpful staff, good breakfast and very good location"
The price is AU$159
20 July - 21 July
Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia
El Dorado Hotel
Front of property - evening/night

El Dorado Hotel

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (194)
"I did like the excellent service, the rooms are nice, comfortable, and very clean. Delicious food, and the hotel is located right in the heart of Cuenca. Will be back. Thank you. Marcelo Duran. "
The price is AU$141
15 July - 16 July
El Dorado Hotel
Hotel Boutique Castilla de Leon
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

Hotel Boutique Castilla de Leon

3.5 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (131)
"A very good hotel"
The price is AU$36
20 July - 21 July
Hotel Boutique Castilla de Leon
Hotel Boutique Los Balcones
Lunch, dinner served; Latin American cuisine, al fresco dining

Hotel Boutique Los Balcones

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (322)
"It was the perfect hotel for us, and staff were flexible and super helpful as we navigated Ecuador and Cuenca."
Hotel Boutique Los Balcones
Hotel Azul de la Plaza
Front of property - evening/night

Hotel Azul de la Plaza

3.5 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (13)
"Beautiful small hotel. Staff were wonderfully kind and so helpful. Made to order breakfast was excellent!"
Hotel Azul de la Plaza
Hotel El Conquistador
Triple Room

Hotel El Conquistador

4.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (124)
"Excellent service!"
Hotel El Conquistador
Santa Lucia Suites - Barranco
Classic Apartment

Santa Lucia Suites - Barranco

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (25)
"The reception was friendly, helpful and pleasant!"
Santa Lucia Suites - Barranco
NASS Bed & Breakfast
Private kitchen

NASS Bed & Breakfast

3.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (8)
"Everything was perfectly fine. The staff didn't speak English, as is common in Ecuador, but using Google Translate worked fine. The property is just around the corner from the Planetario, which was worth the quick trip. It is within a 15-minute walk from the Cathedral. I craved junk food while I was there, and McDonald's is a block away. Good salads. The receptionist told me my room was small and offered another, but it was on the ground floor, so - no stairway. I was just a party of one, so...
NASS Bed & Breakfast
ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional
Exterior

ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional

4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (47)
"Great intimate boutique hotel, in the middle of everything."
ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional
Casa Firenza
Basic Quadruple Room

Casa Firenza

4.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (8)
"Room was beautiful and clean Staff went above and beyond. Very friendly beyond helpful. "
Casa Firenza
HOTEL MAJESTIC 1 CUENCA
Interior detail

HOTEL MAJESTIC 1 CUENCA

3.0 star property
6.4 out of 10, (5)
"Todo excelente"
The price is AU$61
15 July - 16 July
HOTEL MAJESTIC 1 CUENCA
Hotel Boutique La Ronda by Chat Noir
Restaurant

Hotel Boutique La Ronda by Chat Noir

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (28)
"Only stayed one night while traveling. It was a great place to rest for the night. Very quiet. "
The price is AU$52
20 July - 21 July
Hotel Boutique La Ronda by Chat Noir
SÁ Hotel by Raymipampa
Front of property

SÁ Hotel by Raymipampa

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (10)
"I was in a spacious room with a king bed, large bathroom, staff very friendly, clean . Good breakfast. The sofa in the room was old, the extractorin the bathroom was not functioning which they were going to change ."
The price is AU$62
27 July - 28 July
SÁ Hotel by Raymipampa
Aleros Hotel Boutique
Property entrance

Aleros Hotel Boutique

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (24)
"Staff very helpful, beautiful building"
The price is AU$56
20 July - 21 July
Aleros Hotel Boutique
Casa 11-24 by Casa Bolivar
Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom, City View

Casa 11-24 by Casa Bolivar

2.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6)
"Clean, safe. Good location. Easy to get to. Clear instructions on how Casa Bolivar works. "
The price is AU$64
15 July - 16 July
Casa 11-24 by Casa Bolivar
Hotel & Suites El Quijote
Reception

Hotel & Suites El Quijote

3.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (2)
"The hotel was well situated and easy to get to. Walking distance to many activities, shops churches and museums etc Room was nice and clean each time we returned from our outings. The only inconvenience was not being able to go out early for church service as the hotel was closed until 7.30am. A Comfortable stay in beautiful city that Cuenca turned out to be. "
The price is AU$76
27 July - 28 July
Hotel & Suites El Quijote
San Juan Hotel
Spa

San Juan Hotel

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (25)
"El personal de servicio fue muy atento y las instalaciones están limpias y bien atendidas."
San Juan 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 Downtown Cuenca

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

Cuenca Historic Center

While you're in Cuenca Historic Center, take in top sights like Plaza Rotary Market and jump on the metro at Gaspar Sangurima Tram Station to see more of the city.

Huayna-Cápac map

Huayna-Cápac

If you're spending some time in Huayna-Cápac, Alejandro Serrano Aguilar Stadium and Cuenca Botanical Garden are top sights worth seeing.

Totoracocha map

Totoracocha

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

San Blas map

San Blas

If you're spending some time in San Blas, Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga and New Cathedral of Cuenca are top sights worth seeing.

El Vecino map

El Vecino

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

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown Cuenca?

Downtown Cuenca is an historic neighbourhood known for its array of dining options. Make sure that you visit New Cathedral of Cuenca and University of Cuenca's Orchid Garden as part of your Downtown Cuenca travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in Downtown Cuenca?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Hotel Boutique Casa Montalvo Cuenca is the highest ranked property in Downtown Cuenca. This hotel offers free breakfast and free WiFi. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Hotel Raymipampa and ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional.

How many hotels should I expect to find in the Downtown Cuenca area?

Expedia has 125 hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown Cuenca to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Cuenca area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Cuenca, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals in Downtown Cuenca.

What can I see and do in this Cuenca neighbourhood?

Browse the collections at Sombrero Museum, Casa de los Arcos Art Museum or Las Conceptas Museum in Downtown Cuenca. New Cathedral of Cuenca and University of Cuenca's Orchid Garden are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Cuenca include San Francisco Plaza Market, Convent of the Assumption and Museum of Extreme Art. When you're sightseeing in Cuenca, San Cenaculo Church and Church of Santo Domingo are also worth a stop.

How can I get around Downtown Cuenca and the greater Cuenca area?

If you want to venture out of town, Luis Cordero (Hermano Miguel) Station is the closest train station. You can also catch a ride at 14n - Antonio Borrero Station.