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Villa Emilia Hostal, a property with a garden, is located in Cuenca, less than 1 km from Pumapungo Museum, a 12-minute walk from Tomebamba River, as well as 1.3 km from Museum of the Metals.

I feel like I made new friends even though I was only there for 9 days! The location in El Vergel was very convenient to walk to different parts of Cuenca. I would highly recommend this establishment!
Review score
9.4
Superb
365 reviews
Price from
£38.75
1 night, 2 adults

In the Cuenca Historic Centre district of Cuenca, close to Tomebamba River, Hostal Suite Le Fabrique has a garden and a washing machine.

One of the nicest hotels I ever stayed in. Beautifully decorated. The owner Franco is very friendly and serves a delicious breakfast every morning with a choice of different italian style coffee. The neighbourhood is good. Only 3 blocks from the main attractions in the historical center. Franco’s place is highly recommended.
Review score
9.9
Exceptional
371 reviews
Price from
£56.11
1 night, 2 adults

Set just 300 metres from Tomebamba River, Ñañas Hostel offers accommodation in Cuenca with access to a bar, a shared lounge, as well as a shared kitchen.

It's a really pleasant hostel very well located. The staff are kind and approachable. Beds are great, some of the best dorm beds you will find at an excellent price, curtains, storage and a spacious enough room. Very near cafes, restaurants and the nightlife. Great coffee in the shop opposite too. Definitely recommend staying here.
Review score
9.0
Superb
253 reviews
Price from
£29.06
1 night, 2 adults

Set in Cuenca and only 1.7 km from Pumapungo Museum, La Casa Azul offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

Nice hotel, in typical Greek style. The rooms were very clean. Very clear communication! We loved our stay here
Review score
9.4
Superb
55 reviews
Price from
£54.34
1 night, 2 adults

Boasting city views, Hostal Chordeleg features accommodation with balcony, around 1.9 km from Pumapungo Museum. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

Review score
9.2
Superb
5 reviews
Price from
£44.04
1 night, 2 adults

Minidepartamento con cocina privada y cómodas habitaciones en zona céntrica, a property with a garden, is set in Cuenca, 1.5 km from Tomebamba River, 500 metres from Modern Art Museum, as well as 1.1...

The Owners / staff are exceptional. We were welcomed and helped with the luggage. I thought we booked a different room than was offered and they quickly changed it to another, They were accomodating to us in other ways too. They made sure we knew they were available, should we need anything. They stored our luggage beyond check out which was very helpful. Rating 10 despite what we didnt like, because the warmth of the host made up for other things. No traffic or other noise. Peaceful.
Review score
9.1
Superb
7 reviews
Price from
£23.78
1 night, 2 adults

Featuring mountain views, Casa Hibiscus Boutique Hotel offers accommodation with balcony, around less than 1 km from Pumapungo Museum.

Very helpful and accommodating.
Review score
9.8
Exceptional
50 reviews
Price from
£47.96
1 night, 2 adults

Boasting river views, Hotel Casa del Barranco offers accommodation with patio, around 1.1 km from Pumapungo Museum. This 4-star guest house offers a 24-hour front desk and full-day security.

Located in the middle of Cuenca's heart, walking distance to almost everything. Super clean and quite comfortable. The staff was helpful and knowledgeable.
Review score
8.2
Very good
146 reviews
Price from
£48.44
1 night, 2 adults

Set just 1.2 km from Pumapungo Museum, Hostal Restaurant La Cigale features accommodation in Cuenca with access to a bar, a shared lounge, as well as full-day security.

Clean, staff, price
Review score
8.5
Very good
202 reviews
Price from
£32.31
1 night, 2 adults

Ideally set in the Cuenca Historic Centre district of Cuenca, Albergue Camry Backpackers佳美背包客旅馆 is located 1.4 km from Tomebamba River, less than 1 km from Cuenca New Cathedral and a 10-minute walk...

Got great recommendations from the hosts on what to explore around the city. They even walked us to the busstop a few blocks away to make sure we got the bus we needed! Appreciated the fact that we could do laundry for free too!
Review score
8.5
Very good
135 reviews
Price from
£8.72
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Review score
    9.9
    Exceptional · 371 reviews

    In the Cuenca Historic Centre district of Cuenca, close to Tomebamba River, Hostal Suite Le Fabrique has a garden and a washing machine.

    Guest review
    Very welcoming, great breakfast and rooms in the middle of Cuenca! Super experience
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    Review score
    9.4
    Superb · 365 reviews

    Villa Emilia Hostal, a property with a garden, is located in Cuenca, less than 1 km from Pumapungo Museum, a 12-minute walk from Tomebamba River, as well as 1.3 km from Museum of the Metals.

    Guest review
    Beautiful room Nice staff Good breakfast Very clean
  • Review score
    9.8
    Exceptional · 50 reviews

    Featuring mountain views, Casa Hibiscus Boutique Hotel offers accommodation with balcony, around less than 1 km from Pumapungo Museum.

    Guest review
    great breakfast. I think that the fact that your making improvements all of the time is going to make it even greater.
  • Breakfast options
    Review score
    9.2
    Superb · 5 reviews

    Boasting city views, Hostal Chordeleg features accommodation with balcony, around 1.9 km from Pumapungo Museum. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

  • Breakfast options
    Review score
    8.7
    Fabulous · 168 reviews

    Set in Cuenca, 1.9 km from Pumapungo Museum, CASA AIDA LUZ offers accommodation with a terrace, free WiFi, a shared kitchen, and a shared lounge.

    Guest review
    The facilities are located in the very central area, the room was spacious, clean and had all the required accessories.
  • Review score
    8.6
    Fabulous · 329 reviews

    Situated in Cuenca with Tomebamba River and Museum of skeletons "Doctor Gabriel Moscoso" nearby, Hotel Mariscal Inn & Suite features accommodation with access to a public bath.

    Guest review
    Clean, friendly staff, cheap laundry service in-house, warm water
  • Review score
    8.2
    Very good · 146 reviews

    Boasting river views, Hotel Casa del Barranco offers accommodation with patio, around 1.1 km from Pumapungo Museum. This 4-star guest house offers a 24-hour front desk and full-day security.

    Guest review
    lovely place, overlooking the river close to center of town. family run, very friendly, helpful.
  • Breakfast options
    Review score
    8.2
    Very good · 71 reviews

    Offering a shared lounge and city view, Stelar Hostal is situated in Cuenca, 1.5 km from Pumapungo Museum and 1.9 km from Tomebamba River.

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    Review score
    9.0
    Superb · 253 reviews

    Set just 300 metres from Tomebamba River, Ñañas Hostel offers accommodation in Cuenca with access to a bar, a shared lounge, as well as a shared kitchen.

    Guest review
    Great WiFi! The dorm is also super dark at night, so perfect for a great night sleep. Everything was super clean and the showers were fantastic
  • Budget options available
    Review score
    9.4
    Superb · 55 reviews

    Set in Cuenca and only 1.7 km from Pumapungo Museum, La Casa Azul offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Guest review
    Nice hotel, in typical Greek style. The rooms were very clean. Very clear communication! We loved our stay here
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    Review score
    8.4
    Very good · 167 reviews

    Offering a shared lounge and quiet street view, La Perla Cuencana Hostal is situated in Cuenca, less than 1 km from Tomebamba River and a 4-minute walk from Cuenca New Cathedral.

    Guest review
    A clean room, centrally located, Juan very respectful and helpful
  • Budget options available
    Review score
    8.5
    Very good · 202 reviews

    Set just 1.2 km from Pumapungo Museum, Hostal Restaurant La Cigale features accommodation in Cuenca with access to a bar, a shared lounge, as well as full-day security.

    Guest review
    Beautiful space, very clean, good showers & wifi
  • Budget options available
    Review score
    8.0
    Very good · 16 reviews

    Featuring a garden and views of inner courtyard, Estancia el Capulí is a recently renovated homestay located in Cuenca, 1.5 km from Pumapungo Museum.

  • Budget options available
    Review score
    7.2
    Good · 383 reviews

    Offering city views, NASS Bed & Breakfast is an accommodation located in Cuenca, 1.2 km from Pumapungo Museum and 500 metres from Tomebamba River.

  • Budget options available
    Review score
    6.4
    Pleasant · 5 reviews

    Set just 4.4 km from Pumapungo Museum, Hostel Home offers accommodation in Cuenca with access to a garden, a bar, as well as a shared kitchen.

  • Budget options available
    Review score
    6.0
    Pleasant · 4 reviews

    Well located in the Cuenca Historic Centre district of Cuenca, Casa Laura Hotel & Suites is located 2 km from Pumapungo Museum, 800 metres from Tomebamba River and 400 metres from Cuenca New Cathedral...

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  • Review score
    10.0
    Exceptional · 1 review

    Located in Cuenca, near Tomebamba River and Modern Art Museum, Beautiful room near everything 1 is a recently renovated property, featuring, a garden and barbecue facilities.

  • Central location
    Review score
    9.3
    Superb · 102 reviews

    Set within 700 metres of Pumapungo Museum and 1.7 km of Tomebamba River in Cuenca, Hostal Morlaquita provides accommodation with seating area.

  • Central location
    Review score
    9.2
    Superb · 87 reviews

    Hostal el Paraíso has city views, free WiFi and free private parking, set in Cuenca, 1 km from Pumapungo Museum.

    Guest review
    very clean, very cozy and staff was really great. good, hot shower and nice room with a view and little kitchen. little grocery store right at the reception had all I needed.
  • Review score
    9.1
    Superb · 7 reviews

    Minidepartamento con cocina privada y cómodas habitaciones en zona céntrica, a property with a garden, is set in Cuenca, 1.5 km from Tomebamba River, 500 metres from Modern Art Museum, as well as 1.1...

  • Central location
    Review score
    8.9
    Fabulous · 116 reviews

    Located in Cuenca, 4.6 km from Pumapungo Museum, Hospedaje Familiar provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Central location
    Review score
    8.8
    Fabulous · 20 reviews

    Located in Cuenca, near Pumapungo Museum, Tomebamba River and Cuenca New Cathedral, Mochilero Colonial features a garden.

    Guest review
    Beautiful hostel with everything arranged for. Perfect kitchen and sanitary. Comfortable beds and a quiet and relaxed atmosphere. Owners are extremely nice and willing to help at any moment. Close to everything in beautiful Cuenca. Also an option to take Spanish lessons.
  • Central location
    Review score
    8.8
    Fabulous · 66 reviews

    La Querencia features a garden and a public bath, as well as accommodation with a kitchenette in Cuenca, 1.4 km from Tomebamba River.

    Guest review
    Almost everything: the location, the host, everything.
  • Review score
    8.6
    Fabulous · 26 reviews

    Situated 10 km from Pumapungo Museum, Hosteria Caballo Campana offers accommodation with a patio, as well as a garden.

    Guest review
    It is a botanical garden with horses.Everything is beautifully maintained.Breakfast was plentiful and you can stroll around the property for hours.
  • Review score
    8.5
    Very good · 135 reviews

    Ideally set in the Cuenca Historic Centre district of Cuenca, Albergue Camry Backpackers佳美背包客旅馆 is located 1.4 km from Tomebamba River, less than 1 km from Cuenca New Cathedral and a 10-minute walk...

    Guest review
    Comfortable, clean, staff were lovely and not too far from the main square
  • Review score
    8.5
    Very good · 13 reviews

    Located within 4.9 km of Pumapungo Museum and 6.7 km of Tomebamba River in Cuenca, Hotel CasaBlanca"Tablon de miraflores" features accommodation with seating area.

  • Central location
    Review score
    8.5
    Very good · 7 reviews

    Hostal Yeti Inn is located in Cuenca, 4.6 km from Pumapungo Museum, 5 km from Tomebamba River, and 2.9 km from Museum of the Metals.

  • Central location
    Review score
    8.5
    Very good · 24 reviews

    Featuring garden views, Hostal Cielo offers accommodation with patio, around 400 metres from Tomebamba River.

  • Review score
    7.7
    Good · 3 reviews

    Set 600 metres from Pumapungo Museum, 1.4 km from Tomebamba River and less than 1 km from Museum of the Aboriginal Cultures, Habitación en departamento offers accommodation situated in Cuenca.

  • Review score
    7.5
    Good · 2 reviews

    Offering city views, MANDALA HOSTAL CUENCA is an accommodation set in Cuenca, 3.8 km from Pumapungo Museum and 4.1 km from Tomebamba River.

  • Central location
    Review score
    7.0
    Good · 7 reviews

    Set in Cuenca, less than 1 km from Pumapungo Museum, Hostal la Merced offers accommodation with a shared lounge and private parking.

  • Review score
    7.0
    Good · 3 reviews

    Boasting accommodation with a balcony, Vive un alojamiento privado, en una área tranquila con espacio verde is set in Cuenca.

  • Central location
    Review score
    6.1
    Pleasant · 33 reviews

    Situated in Cuenca, near Pumapungo Museum, Tomebamba River and San Blas square, alborada hostal has a bar.

  • Central location
    Review score
    5.5
    Passable · 2 reviews

    Set in Cuenca, 1.5 km from Pumapungo Museum, Hotel Magdalena offers accommodation with a sauna, a hot tub and an indoor pool.

  • Central location

    Set in Cuenca, El Corral offers accommodation with a private pool, a balcony and mountain views. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

  • Central location

    Featuring accommodation with a terrace, sin nombre is set in Cuenca. The property is situated 5.1 km from Tomebamba River, 2.4 km from Modern Art Museum and 2.9 km from Straw hat Museum.

  • Offering a garden and inner courtyard view, Beautiful room near everything 2 is situated in Cuenca, 1.6 km from Tomebamba River and 600 metres from Modern Art Museum.

  • Featuring mountain views, The International Welcome Center features accommodation with patio, around 11 km from Pumapungo Museum.

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  • Avg. price/night: £18.50
    Review score
    9.0
    Superb · 529 reviews
    A lovely hostel with a good atmosphere, everything you need to cook, a nice kitchen and dining space. The wifi worked well and I had space to work. The best thing is the staff though! <3
    Guest review by
    Elizabeth
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £18.50
    Review score
    9.0
    Superb · 529 reviews
    Excellent pousada/hostel near city center. Great hosts. Comfortable beds. Kitchen and free water.
    Guest review by
    Greg
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £26.42
    Review score
    8.5
    Very good · 88 reviews
    rooftop, location, the owner is really nice and gives a lot of tips we were there during christmas time and we all made lunch on the rooftop together with some locals
    Guest review by
    Seppe
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £46.24
    Review score
    9.8
    Exceptional · 99 reviews
    From A to Z all was perfect and i am not used to that;) Maria is a great host. I felt really like a family friend here. She also help me plan my trip with usedull advises. The room was also very comfortable, much more than the average room i had so far in Equator. Delicious breakfast. Would love to come back if i come back to Cuenca ;)
    Guest review by
    Thierry
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £26.04
    Review score
    9.0
    Superb · 59 reviews
    Bedside cabinets. Bedside lamps. Several electricity sockets, with some near to the bed. Hot water in the shower and bathroom sink. Lovely big shower cubicle with big shower head and powerful water pressure. Well furnished. Beautiful building. Comfortable bed. Free hot and cold water provided. Free breakfast included. Lovely hosts. Good sound insulation from the road outside.
    Guest review by
    Sheridan
    Solo traveller
  • Review score
    8.0
    Very good · 536 reviews
    Beautiful hostel, very comfy beds and a nice outside common area. It's quiet and close to the center of Cuenca. Staff was very great and welcoming, could even leave my backpack for 2 days during a short trip. Great hostel!
    Guest review by
    Jana
    Solo traveller
  • Review score
    8.0
    Very good · 536 reviews
    Great Hostel with nice beds, staff & kitchen in good location, so all you need! Definitely great price as well!
    Guest review by
    Mia
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £12.76
    Review score
    7.7
    Good · 1,043 reviews
    It is a good hostel to meet people. Generally, it is a good deal and a decent choice given that breakfast is included.
    Guest review by
    Simon
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £26.42
    Review score
    8.5
    Very good · 88 reviews
    Great hostel with a very nice rooftop and an owner who is very welcoming and goes out of his way for the guests. Not only will he help you with your plans in Cuenca, also for the rest of Ecuador or surrounding countries. Besides that, he really connects travellers, by welcoming them and introducing them to each other. Something I have not often seen before.
    Guest review by
    Marlies
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £17.44
    Review score
    7.9
    Good · 691 reviews
    Great hostel, good value, friendly staff.
    Guest review by
    Angus
    Solo traveller