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Four Points By Sheraton Cuenca
Indoor pool

Four Points By Sheraton Cuenca

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (326)
"Rooms are very comfortable and in good condition. Staff is very helpful. "
The price is AU$162
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Four Points By Sheraton Cuenca
Santa Lucia House - Forum
Reception

Santa Lucia House - Forum

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (360)
"Beautiful old colonial home converted into a boutique hotel. It is quaint and affordable, but don't confuse it with their main Santa Isabella Boutique Hotel which is a major cut above."
The price is AU$89
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Santa Lucia House - Forum
Vaway Hotel
Restaurant

Vaway Hotel

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (33)
"Excellent location ! Staff were kind n helpful.Rooms were clean ! Overall very satisfied!! "
Vaway Hotel
Hotel Boutique Castilla de Leon
Garden

Hotel Boutique Castilla de Leon

3.5 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (113)
"s/"
The price is AU$46
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Hotel Boutique Castilla de Leon
Oro Verde Cuenca
Reception

Oro Verde Cuenca

4.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (457)
"Very good Hotel"
The price is AU$122
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
Oro Verde Cuenca
Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel
Courtyard

Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (258)
"Lot of history. Nice hotel"
The price is AU$167
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel
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, (312)
"Un hotel muy colonial, sumamente limpio, muy céntrico. La amabilidad de su personal es excelente. La comida de su restaurant muy buena"
The price is AU$179
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia
TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (369)
"Everything was outstanding, specially the staff! Thank you all!"
The price is AU$150
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir
Tosa Blue Mountain Retreat and Spa
Indoor pool

Tosa Blue Mountain Retreat and Spa

4.5 star property
The price is AU$159
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Tosa Blue Mountain Retreat and Spa
Hotel Bella Magdalena
Reception

Hotel Bella Magdalena

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (19)
"Excellent "
The price is AU$54
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Hotel Bella Magdalena
NASS Bed & Breakfast
Private kitchen

NASS Bed & Breakfast

3.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (4)
"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...
The price is AU$49
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
NASS Bed & Breakfast
Hotel Cruz del Vado
Terrace/patio

Hotel Cruz del Vado

4.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (29)
"Best stay at a hotel we've had!!!"
The price is AU$178
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Hotel Cruz del Vado
Rioné Hotel Boutique
Front of property

Rioné Hotel Boutique

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (42)
"The staff was very kind, the breakfast was really good, and the hotel was lovely. There were blackouts happening throughout the city but luckily the hotel had a backup generator."
The price is AU$132
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Rioné Hotel Boutique
Hotel Casa San Rafael
Exterior detail

Hotel Casa San Rafael

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (263)
"Great place to stay"
The price is AU$141
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Hotel Casa San Rafael
Check Inn B&B - Hostel
Porch

Check Inn B&B - Hostel

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (17)
"Great location! "
The price is AU$26
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Check Inn B&B - Hostel
Hotel El Conquistador
International cuisine

Hotel El Conquistador

4.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (109)
"Right in the heart of the historic district"
The price is AU$105
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Hotel El Conquistador
El Dorado Hotel
Front of property - evening/night

El Dorado Hotel

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (174)
"It was very nice as always "
The price is AU$122
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
El Dorado Hotel
QUINTA MARIA ISABEL
Exterior

QUINTA MARIA ISABEL

3.0 star property
The price is AU$43
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
QUINTA MARIA ISABEL
Hotel Boutique Los Balcones
Front of property

Hotel Boutique Los Balcones

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (309)
"close to El Centro, great old school facility that has become my families go to hotel for stays in Cuenca. "
The price is AU$122
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Hotel Boutique Los Balcones
Hotel Raymipampa
Junior Suite, Garden View

Hotel Raymipampa

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (55)
"See up"
The price is AU$118
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Hotel Raymipampa
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Frequently asked questions

What's the best place for a stay in Principal?

Four Points By Sheraton Cuenca, located 20.5 mi (33 km) from the heart of Principal, is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Other good options for your stay in the area are Santa Lucia House - Forum and Vaway Hotel. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Principal.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Principal has to offer?

Nass Casa del Aguila En el Centro Histórico: This holiday home rental outside of Principal has laundry facilities and WiFi to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. See all vacation rentals in Principal.

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

Yes! Most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Principal.

What are some accommodation options with pools in Principal?

Parque Acuático Planeta Azul: Offers 5 outdoor swimming pools, a children's pool and free water park access. Another choice that features an on-site pool is Arhaná Hostería Resort. View all hotels with pools in Principal.

What is staying in Principal like?

Travellers to Principal will find plenty to explore and enjoy. There are 245 hotels and other accommodation options in the surrounding area. Find out more about Principal.

What is there to see in Principal?

Places to visit in the wider area include Gualaceo Market, Rio Tomebamba and Ecuagenera Orchids. You'll also find Amaru Zoo and Gualaceo Church in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Principal guide.

What's the weather like in Principal?

The hottest months are usually November and October, with an average temperature of 13°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 11°C. The rainiest months in Principal are April, March, February and January, with each month seeing an average of 327 mm of rainfall.