Puertas del Sol Travel Guide
Cuenca
Visit Puertas del Sol
Popular places to visit
Calderon Park
Calderon Park is just one of the places to see in Cuenca, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's riverfront or visit its cathedral.
New Cathedral of Cuenca
After visiting New Cathedral of Cuenca, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cuenca. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's museums.
Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga
You can find out about the history of Cuenca with a visit to Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the cathedral in this culturally rich area.
Puente Roto
You can find out about the history of Cuenca with a trip to Puente Roto. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or experience its museums.
Mall del Rio
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Mall del Rio during your stay in Cuenca. Discover the museums and cathedral in this walkable area.
Alejandro Serrano Aguilar Stadium
Catch an event at Alejandro Serrano Aguilar Stadium during your trip to Cuenca.
Things to do
Cajas National Park Hiking Tour from Cuenca
Gualaceo, Chordelg and San Bartolome craft making villagues
Cuenca: Half-Day City Tour including Panama Hat Factory
Amazing Cajas National Park Tour from Cuenca
Cuenca Half-Day City Tour Including Panama Hat Factory
Ingapirca Archaeological and Gualaceo & Chordeleg Tour from Cuenca
Top hotels in Puertas del Sol
Four Points By Sheraton Cuenca
Excelente desayuno.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Oro Verde Cuenca
-instalaciones en general ok -habitación no está mal pero le falta mantenimiento, se ve antigua. -desayuno buffet ha desmejorado mucho, tiempo atrás tenían un buffet delicioso, esta ocasión fue muy básico.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Santa Lucia House - Forum
Friendly staff and nice breakfast menu
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Vaway Hotel
Very professional staff. Excellent, central location. Convenient access. Food in is excellent with amazing food although a bit over priced. The staff is very accommodating, helpful and speak English which is helpful.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel
The breakfast menu was fresh, excellent. Room was clean especially the bathroom. Staff was nice and eager to help guest, Veronica in particular. She was so nice and passionate to have pride in Cuenca.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir
was ok nothing special
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Puertas del Sol
San Sebastián
While San Sebastián isn't home to many top sights, San Sebastian Plaza and Plaza Rotary Market are some notable places to visit nearby.
Downtown Cuenca
Downtown Cuenca is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by San Francisco Plaza Market and Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga while in the area.
El Barranco
If you're spending some time in El Barranco, Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga and Puente Roto are top sights worth seeing.
Cuenca Historic Center
While you're in Cuenca Historic Center, take in top sights like Plaza Rotary Market and jump on the metro at Gaspar Sangurima Tram Station to see more of the city.
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 Cuenca Botanical Garden are top sights worth seeing.
