We have created a list with the best luxury hotels in Cuenca, Ecuador. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Sara Lind & Adam Larsen. Updated February 2024.
Relaxing atmosphere. Romantic. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. Mansion Alcazar is a colonial boutique hotel in the centre of the vibrant city of Cuenca. It offers elegant accommodations with queen size beds, free parking and complimentary Wi-Fi. Rooms at the Mansion Alcazar are tastefully decorated with antique wood furnishings. All have air conditioning, LCD and cable TV and fresh flower bouquets. Suites offer a king size bed, a separate lounge area and scenic garden views. The bar at the Mansion Alcazar offers an extensive wine list, which guests can enjoy in the hotel´s jasmine flower garden. They can also dine in Cocotte restaurant which offers French thematic. The hotel is conveniently situated only 3 km from the Mariscal Lamar Airport, and a short walk from the Parque Calderon Square. An airport shuttle is available.Show full description
Mansion Alcazar is a stunning boutique hotel in the historic center. It has a spa, a cocktail bar, and an upmarket restaurant. The hotel combines historical charm with modern luxury, making it a unique and memorable place to stay.
Romantic. Unique. Great interior design. This nostalgic boutique hotel, set in a 19th century old house, offers luxurious accommodation and Wi-Fi. Situated in the charming Old Town district of Cuenca city. Rooms at Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia are decorated with thematic Baroque influences which generates a palace atmosphere. They are equipped with LCD cable TV, minibar and work desk. Room service is available 24/7. Guests at Santa Lucia Hotel are welcomed with a complimentary cocktail. A daily buffet breakfast is served in the inner court yard. Dinner options include 3 restaurants with different styles and cuisine, varying from traditional regional to international dishes. Situated in this living museum part of the city, there are many points of interest just within a short walk. San Alfonso and Immaculate Conception Cathedrals are only 200 metres away from the hotel. Mariscal Lamar Airport is within a 3 km reach.Show full description
This charming and elegant hotel is housed in a historic building from 1859. It provides luxurious accommodations with exceptionally comfortable beds and pillows. The hotel has two restaurants, a cozy bar, and complimentary parking.
Nice style. Superb interior design. Great views. Set in Cuenca, 1.7 km from Pumapungo Museum, Hotel Cruz del Vado offers accommodation with a shared lounge, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 5-star hotel offers a bar. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. The units come with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, minibar, a coffee machine, a bidet, free toiletries and a desk. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer, certain units at the hotel also have a city view. At Hotel Cruz del Vado all rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Tomebamba River, Straw hat Museum and Cuenca New Cathedral. The nearest airport is Mariscal Lamar International Airport, 3 km from Hotel Cruz del Vado.Show full description
I think this place could be the most WELL DESIGNED luxury hotel in Cuenca. It also has outstanding views.
Hip. Very stylish. Great location. Boasting a colonial-style central courtyard, draped curtains and canopy beds, this luxurious hotel is right in Cuenca’s historical district. Wi-Fi is free. Hotel Carvallo is set in a renovated house dating from the 19th century. Guests can enjoy 4-star décor and services. Rooms at Carvallo are styled with elegant furniture and a jewel toned palette of lush fabrics. Ceilings feature elaborate decorations and some rooms include separate living rooms and fireplaces. All rooms have baths, cable TV and minibars. A buffet breakfast with fresh juices, jams and cheese is served daily at the restaurant. Room service is available. Carvallo is 1 block from Calderon Park. Guests can enquire about car rental and currency exchange services at the tour desk. Shuttles to Mariscal Lamar Airport, 7 km from the hotel, can be arranged. There is free public parking upon reservation.Show full description
In my judgement this could be the coolest and most stylish luxury hotel in Cuenca.
Cool. Stylish. Lovely interior design. Only 400 metres from Cuenca’s Cathedral and Central Park, Hotel Boutique Los Balcones offers rooms with free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs. There is a restaurant, and breakfast is provided. A rooftop terrace is featured. Arranged in a colonial style house, rooms at Boutique Los Balcones have stylish decor. All of them feature private balconies with city views, and heating. An American breakfast is served daily. The Tavola restaurant offers a wide variety of local dishes. Guests can enjoy beauty treatments or relax on the rooftop terrace. Mariscal Lamar International Airport is a 10-minute drive away. The commercial area is 3 minutes away by car.Show full description
Charming. Stylish. Superb breakfast. A historical Colonial mansion can be enjoyed in the historical district of Cuenca. There is a charming red-tiled patio decorated with plants and an antique water fountain. Wi-Fi is free in public areas. Hotel Inca Real is a 5-minute walk from Tomebamba River. The tour desk can assist with tips for exploring the area. A full buffet breakfast with tropical fruits can be enjoyed daily. Akelarre Restaurant offers local flavours. Rooms are fitted with cable TV and private bathrooms with toiletries. Some rooms have hand-painted wall decorations and some bathrooms include bathtubs. Shuttles to Mariscal Lamar International Airport, a 10-minute drive, can be arranged.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Great value. Four Points by Sheraton Cuenca Hotel is within the largest shopping center in the city, Mall del Río with direct access to more than 200 stores, food court and cinemas. Just a few steps from the Convention Center. 7.3km away from Mariscal La Mar airport. All rooms include a private bathroom with shower, hairdryer and free amenities. Also air conditioning, 40 ”LCD TV with cable, coffee maker, safety box, ironing board and iron. The reception and Room service is 24 hours. Access available for people with disabilities. It offers a Bussiness Center, gym on the terrace of the Hotel, swimming pool with a nice view of the city, sauna, Turkish, whirlpool. The Hotel is 2.2 km from the Tomebamba River. 2.5 km from the Pumapungo Museum, 10 minutes from the Historic Center, 5 minutes from the Mirador de Turi, 15 minutes from the Thermal Baths.Show full description
Highly elegant. Charming. Cosy rooms. Popular among women. Set in a charming house with a garden and views of the city, Hotel Victoria offers rooms with free WiFi and private balconies in Cuenca. Breakfast is provided, and guests can enjoy the restaurant where local dishes are served. Remigio Crespo Museum is 100 metres away. With large windows overlooking the garden and the city, rooms at Victoria are very bright. All of them have heating, private bathrooms and seating areas fitted with stylish furnishing. An American breakfast including fruits, juices, eggs, assorted breads, jam and butter is served daily. El Jardin Restaurant offers gourmet food, and there is also a bar that offers cocktails. Guests are welcomed with free drinks. Guests can relax in the garden, which affords panoramic views of the city, or in the charming lobby fitted with antique furnishing. Hotel Victoria is 500 metres from the Old Cathedral and 3 km from Mariscal Lamar International Airport.Show full description
Perhaps this is the most ELEGANT boutique hotel in Cuenca.
Historic. Comfortable beds. Chic interiors can be enjoyed in a refurbished Colonial-style mansion in Cuenca. San Juan is only 200 metres from Calderon Park and Cathedral. Wi-Fi is free. With sculpted wood details, upholstered chairs and Spanish galleries, San Juan Hotel is styled with elegant décor. Rooms are equipped with flat-screen TVs, minibars and private bathrooms with free toiletries. Some rooms feature decorated wallpaper, parquet floors and antique style furniture. A full American breakfast with juices, fruits and eggs can be enjoyed daily. The hotel’s tour desk can provide tips for visiting the highlights of the area. Mariscal Lamar Airport is a 7-minute drive.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Opened March 2022. Situated in Cuenca, 1.9 km from Pumapungo Museum, Itza Hotel Boutique Internacional features accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. This 5-star hotel offers a concierge service and a tour desk. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi. All rooms are fitted with a flat-screen TV with cable channels, fridge, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. The rooms have a private bathroom with a hairdryer, while some rooms are fitted with a balcony and others also feature city views. The units have a safety deposit box. An à la carte, continental or American breakfast is available each morning at the property. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Tomebamba River, Cuenca New Cathedral and Abdon Calderón Park. The nearest airport is Mariscal Lamar International Airport, 2 km from Itza Hotel Boutique Internacional.Show full description
Cool. Great breakfast. Great value. Santa Lucia House - Forum is located in central Cuenca, Ecuador. The property has free WiFi access and massage services. The elegant rooms feature modern-style furniture, while some beds have wrought iron headboards. They all offer private bathrooms with shower that include free toiletries and satellite TV. Santa Lucia House - Forum has free american breakfast included with the rate. Located in the historic centre, several restaurant options are available within 500 metres from the property including Plaza Abdón Calderón and Cathedral La Inmaculada Concepción. At Santa Lucia House - Forum you will find airport shuttle service, a terrace and also a bar. Other facilities offered include a shared lounge. The Mariscal Lamar Airport is 2.5 km from Santa Lucia House - Forum, and the Modern art Museum of Cuenca can be reached in 15 minutes by foot. The hotel belongs to the same group as Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia - Cuenca . Show full description
Luxury Hotel. Hotel Oro Verde Cuenca features a swimming pool, a fitness centre and a garden, this hotel offers free WiFi and free parking. There is a restaurant and a business centre. The rooms at Hotel Oro Verde Cuenca feature a private bathroom with shower, a desk, and LCD cable TV. 24 hour room service and concierge are provided. The 24-hour front desk can arrange laundry, dry cleaning and ironing services, as well as massage sessions. The hotel also has a terrace and a tour desk. Luggage storage is offered. Hotel Oro Verde Cuenca is a 10-minute drive from Calderon Park, a 30-minute walk from the Historical Centre, and 8 km away from Mariscal Lamar Airpor . Show full description
Elegant. Great value. Hotel Yanuncay is located in Cuenca’s historic town centre and offers an on-site a la cárte restaurant, event rooms and free WiFi access as well. The property can accommodate large groups. The rooms here have a flat-screen TV with access to pay-per-view channels, a desk and linen. Additionally, guests will also find a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and fresh towels. Some rooms include a small kitchenette. Hotel Yanuncay features a fitness centre and a vending machine. Within a short walk, guests will find a variety of restaurants and a supermarket as well as River Tomebamba which is 800 metres away. Mariscal Lamar Airport can be reached after a 7-minute drive while Cuenca’s bus terminal is just 500 metres away.Show full description
Delightful property. Charming. Great location. Popular among couples.Opened September 2021. Situated 1.9 km from Pumapungo Museum, NASS Casa del Aguila offers 4-star accommodation in Cuenca and has a shared lounge, a terrace and a restaurant. Popular points of interest nearby include Straw hat Museum, Modern Art Museum and Museum of skeletons "Doctor Gabriel Moscoso". The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hotel, rooms come with a desk. With a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, some rooms at NASS Casa del Aguila also boast a balcony. The rooms at the accommodation are fitted with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a safety deposit box. Buffet and continental breakfast options are available each morning at NASS Casa del Aguila. There is an in-house snack bar and guests can also make use of the business area. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Tomebamba River, Cuenca New Cathedral and Abdon Calderón Park. The nearest airport is Mariscal Lamar International Airport, 3 km from NASS Casa del Aguila.Show full description
This might be the most beautiful, charming and historic luxury hotel in Cuenca. It also has a great location. WOW!
Relaxing atmosphere. Popular among women and couples. Offering outdoor pool and a restaurant, Hosteria Duran is located in Cuenca. Free WiFi access and a free daily breakfast buffet are available. The property features relaxing hot springs and free parking. Rooms here will provide you with a satellite TV and a beautiful mountain view. Featuring a shower, private bathrooms also come with free toiletries and fresh towels. At Hosteria Duran you will find a tennis court and a fitness centre. Other facilities offered include a shared lounge, a games room and a tour desk. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including billiards and table tennis. The hotel is a 15-minute drive from Cuenca’s historic town centre and 20 minutes away by car from Mariscal Lamar International Airport.Show full description
Trendy. Good breakfast. Popular among couples. Boasting a local décor with ironwork and basketwork, Morenica del Rosario offers rooms with free Wi-Fi and plasma TVs in the historical centre, 200 metres from the main square. There is a traditional cafeteria. Stylishly decorated, rooms at Morenica feature minibars and working areas. Some of them have city views. A homemade breakfast is daily served. Su Cafe-Bar offers a wide variety of desserts, traditional dishes and snacks. Guest can unwind in the classy lounge, ornamented with a traditional Cuenca’s décor, or enjoy brews in the tea room. There is an antiques gallery. The 24-hour front desk can make arrangements for shuttles to Mariscal Lamar airport, which is a 10-minute drive away. Morenica del Rosario is 200 metres from the New Cathedral and 1 km from the Central Bank Museum.Show full description
Newly opened, December 2023. Located 1.5 km from Pumapungo Museum, Magdalena Hotel & Suites offers 4-star accommodation in Cuenca and features a garden. The property is situated 300 metres from Cuenca New Cathedral, 300 metres from Abdon Calderón Park and 600 metres from Museum of skeletons "Doctor Gabriel Moscoso". The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. All units at the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a safety deposit box. Every room comes with a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, while selected rooms include a kitchenette fitted with a microwave. All rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Popular points of interest near Magdalena Hotel & Suites include Tomebamba River, Museum of "Las Conceptas" and Museum of the Cañari Identity. The nearest airport is Mariscal Lamar International Airport, 2 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Opened August 2021. Located in Cuenca, 2.7 km from Pumapungo Museum, Venue Hotel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. This 4-star hotel offers a tour desk. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hotel, each room includes a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, towels and a balcony with a city view. Venue Hotel features certain rooms with river views, and every room has a patio. All units will provide guests with a fridge. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Tomebamba River, Modern Art Museum and Straw hat Museum. The nearest airport is Mariscal Lamar International Airport, 4 km from Venue Hotel.Show full description
Great location. Centrally located 300 metres from the historic centre and from Abdón Calderón Park, Alejandrina Hotel offers free Wi-Fi and breakfast in Cuenca. A restaurant and a garden are featured on site. Providing a tranquil environment, the rooms in Alejandrina Hotel feature private bathrooms, flat-screen TVs and city views. Guests at Alejandrina Hotel are served daily American and Continental breakfast. Room service is available and laundry services can be arranged upon request. Alejandrina Hotel is 3 km from Mariscal Lamar airport. Public parking is possible on site for an extra fee.Show full description
Cosy rooms. Great views. Offering a restaurant and a fitness centre, Hotel Valgus is located in Cuenca. Free WiFi access and a free daily breakfast is available. Each room here will provide you with a minibar. Private bathroom also comes with free toiletries. Extras include a desk, a safety deposit box and bed linen. At Hotel Valgus you will find a hot tub, an airport shuttle and a 24-hour front desk. Other facilities offered at the property include a tour desk and luggage storage. The property offers free parking. The hotel is 350 metres away from Alejandro Serrano Stadium and 500 metres from Popular Art Museum. Mariscal Lamar Airport is a 15-minute drive away.Show full description
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