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Tosa Blue Mountain Retreat and Spa
Indoor pool

Tosa Blue Mountain Retreat and Spa

4.5 star property
The price is AU$189
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Tosa Blue Mountain Retreat and Spa
Uzhupud Garden Hotel & lodge
Exterior

Uzhupud Garden Hotel & lodge

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (29)
"This an orchid lover’s paradise! There are orchids in all the gardens that surround the premises. The room and bathroom newly renovated. Good food which is presented exquisitely. Staff was very kind and helpful"
Uzhupud Garden Hotel & lodge
QUINTA MARIA ISABEL
Exterior

QUINTA MARIA ISABEL

3.0 star property
The price is AU$44
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
QUINTA MARIA ISABEL
Villa Ana Maria Cuenca
3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Villa Ana Maria Cuenca

3.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (7)
"It was great!"
The price is AU$197
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Villa Ana Maria Cuenca
Killary Lodge
Front of property

Killary Lodge

5.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
The price is AU$194
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Killary Lodge
Hotel Italia
Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Hotel Italia

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (17)
"It’s on a traffic circle so there is some traffic noise; but it dies down at night."
The price is AU$81
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb
Hotel Italia
Hotel 4 Ríos
Front of property

Hotel 4 Ríos

2.5 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (6)
"most appreciated was the welcoming of the staff. Always a kind word and friendly service. I would go back just to feel at home "
The price is AU$91
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Hotel 4 Ríos
Casa de las Rosas
Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms

Casa de las Rosas

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (166)
"Great rooms for the price!"
The price is AU$46
includes taxes & fees
21 Feb - 22 Feb
Casa de las Rosas
Hostal Mochiliers Bed and Breakfast
Terrace/patio

Hostal Mochiliers Bed and Breakfast

3.0 star property
The price is AU$37
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
Hostal Mochiliers Bed and Breakfast
APART HOTEL CASA BLANCA
Exterior

APART HOTEL CASA BLANCA

4.0 star property
The price is AU$73
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
APART HOTEL CASA BLANCA
NASS Loft Atahualpa
Reception

NASS Loft Atahualpa

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (35)
"Great place for famiiy vacations"
The price is AU$48
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
NASS Loft Atahualpa
Casa Ruth Hotel Boutique
Sundeck

Casa Ruth Hotel Boutique

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (27)
"Nice older place to stay and clean. Very affordable. With a small breakfast "
The price is AU$47
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Casa Ruth Hotel Boutique
Hotel Yanuncay
Indoor spa tub

Hotel Yanuncay

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (10)
"Very nice all together."
Hotel Yanuncay
Hotel Norte
Quadruple Room | Balcony

Hotel Norte

3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2)
"Muy buen lugar 😊 y si volvería a hospedarme ahí "
The price is AU$55
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Hotel Norte
El Cafecito Hostel Cuenca
Terrace/patio

El Cafecito Hostel Cuenca

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (4)
"Avoid!!! I arrived at about 5:30 at night, had a booking confirmed for over a week and NOBODY WAS THERE! Rang the bell, messaged and tried to call several times - no reply! People from the shops below were even trying to help me contact them. Finally Expedia customer service helped find me another place to stay, which was thankfully nearby, nicer and less expensive. I'm a pretty experienced traveler but this was kind of scary. I'm a woman, alone, in a new city and it was starting to get...
The price is AU$55
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
El Cafecito Hostel Cuenca
Hotel Casa San Rafael
Exterior detail

Hotel Casa San Rafael

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (267)
"Thank you to the wonderful staff at the Hotel Casa San Rafael. Outstanding hospitality! Looking forward to my next visit. "
The price is AU$160
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Hotel Casa San Rafael
NASS Central Garden
Family Quadruple Room

NASS Central Garden

3.5 star property
6.8 out of 10, (21)
"Restored OLD colonial style property with beautiful central covered atrium/patio area where breakfast is served and where there’s a simple restaurant in the evening. Floors CREAK. Like most places in Ecuador, hot water for Showers depends on a calefone (direct gas heating of the pipes the water flows through), which means hot water depends on rate of flow, how many people are showering at the moment, how far your room is from the calefone, and how much gas is in the tank. Staff were eager to...
The price is AU$41
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
NASS Central Garden
Alejandrina Hotel
Lobby lounge

Alejandrina Hotel

3.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (16)
"Be careful of surprises"
The price is AU$99
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Alejandrina Hotel
Hotel Boutique Castilla de Leon
Garden

Hotel Boutique Castilla de Leon

3.5 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (120)
"Great and cheap "
The price is AU$43
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Hotel Boutique Castilla de Leon
Kuna Hotel
Interior

Kuna Hotel

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (36)
"Staff are service excellent "
The price is AU$121
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Kuna Hotel
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Head to Gualaceo Market and Ecuagenera Orchids—just two of the sights around Principal.

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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 TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir and Santa Lucia House - Forum. 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 254 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 Gualaceo Church. You'll also find Ecuagenera Orchids and Lineal Park 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.