El Barranco Travel Guide

Cuenca

A cityscape with a river, residential buildings, and mountains in the background.
A historic building with a tower, a fountain, and a street with pedestrians and vehicles.
A stone bridge over a river, a white church with a bell tower, and lush greenery.
A flowing river with rocks, surrounded by trees and a grassy area.

Stay near popular El Barranco attractions


Top hotels in El Barranco

Hotel Boutique La Ronda by Chat Noir

Hotel Boutique La Ronda by Chat Noir

3 out of 5
calle larga y presidente Borrero Cuenca Azuay
The price is 1.217.479 ₫ per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
1.217.479 ₫
1.217.479 ₫ total
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Stay at this hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga and Inter-American Center of ...
9/10 Wonderful! (63 reviews)
"It is a very cute hotel in the center of of Cuenca's historic district close to very good restaurants. The neighborhood is safe and clean. That being said, it is a busy loud area and my room had a street side balcony. So if you have sleep issues this isn't a good choice for you. The amenities were ..."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026

Hotel Boutique La Ronda by Chat Noir
Santa Lucia Suites - Barranco

Santa Lucia Suites - Barranco

3.5 out of 5
Pa. 3 de Noviembre Cuenca Azuay
The price is 1.336.454 ₫ per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
1.336.454 ₫
1.470.100 ₫ total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Stay at this aparthotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, in-room massages and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Inter-American Center of Popular ...
Santa Lucia Suites - Barranco
Oro Verde Cuenca

Oro Verde Cuenca

4.5 out of 5
Av Ordóñez Lasso S/N Cuenca Azuay
The price is 2.625.000 ₫ per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
2.625.000 ₫
2.887.500 ₫ total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (628 reviews)
"Clean muy limpio el hotel me encanta"

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2026

Oro Verde Cuenca
Four Points By Sheraton Cuenca

Four Points By Sheraton Cuenca

3.5 out of 5
Ave. Circunvalación Sur y Ave. Felipe II Cuenca
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 2.725.320 ₫ per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
2.725.320 ₫
2.997.852 ₫ total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (490 reviews)
"Todo muy bien"

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2026

Four Points By Sheraton Cuenca
Vaway Hotel

Vaway Hotel

3 out of 5
Padre Aguirre 8-17 y Mariscal Sucre Cuenca Azuay
The price is 1.584.878 ₫ per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
1.584.878 ₫
1.584.878 ₫ total
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Convent of the Assumption ...
9/10 Wonderful! (149 reviews)
"Rooftop restaurant for breakfast dinner with amazing views."

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026

Vaway Hotel
TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir

TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir

4 out of 5
Av. del Estadio y Florencia Astudillo Cuenca Azuay
The price is 2.784.281 ₫ per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
2.784.281 ₫
3.062.709 ₫ total
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Stay at this boutique hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir
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Where to stay in El Barranco

Find the best El Barranco areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Downtown Cuenca

Downtown Cuenca is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by University of Cuenca's Orchid Garden and Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga while in the area.

Cuenca Historic Center

While you're in Cuenca Historic Center, take in top sights like Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga and jump on the metro at Gaspar Sangurima Tram Station to see more of the city.

San Sebastián

While San Sebastián isn't home to many top sights, San Sebastian Plaza and University of Cuenca's Orchid Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.

San Blas

If you're spending some time in San Blas, Puente Roto and Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga are top sights worth seeing.

Huayna-Cápac

If you're spending some time in Huayna-Cápac, Alejandro Serrano Aguilar Stadium and Museum of Metals are top sights worth seeing.



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