What is El Vecino like?

You'll be sure to have fun exploring Cuenca's El Vecino neighbourhood.

How many hotels will I find in El Vecino?

When you want to find places to stay in Cuenca, start by booking one of Expedia's 6 hotels and other accommodation options in El Vecino.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in El Vecino, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer in El Vecino.

What can I see and do in this Cuenca neighbourhood?

A few places to visit in the area around El Vecino include Plaza Rotary Market, Cúpulas Lookout and Museum of the Canari Identity. When you're sightseeing in Cuenca, Convent of the Assumption and Las Conceptas Museum are also worth a stop.

How can I get around El Vecino and the greater Cuenca area?

Ready to get out and explore the city? Terminal Terrestre Station is the closest metro station.

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A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central round table with a floral arrangement, and a staircase with wooden railings.

1. Santa Lucia House - Forum

Downtown Cuenca, 1.9 km from El Vecino

Gabriel

Rp879.441 total

27 Sept - 28 Sept

An indoor dining area with striped chairs and tables, surrounded by greenery and string lights.

2. Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

San Blas, 2.2 km from El Vecino

Carla

Rp2.099.139 total

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A hotel entrance with a glass door, a metal railing, and a large potted plant.

3. Kuna Hotel

1.3 km from El Vecino

Mariuxi

Rp1.227.838 total

25 Sept - 26 Sept

An indoor dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a central chandelier, and hanging plants.

4. Hotel Boutique Los Balcones

Downtown Cuenca, 1.8 km from El Vecino

Rp1.250.763 total

27 Sept - 28 Sept

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a trash can, and a view of a historic building with a dome and towers.

5. Vaway Hotel

San Blas, 2.3 km from El Vecino

Javier

Rp1.077.633 total

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A historic building with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a central entrance.

6. Parc Royale Suites Hotel

Downtown Cuenca, 2 km from El Vecino

Cesar

Rp2.686.064 total

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A spacious courtyard with a fountain, seating areas, and a chandelier.

7. Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

San Blas, 2.4 km from El Vecino

Lauren

Rp1.570.650 total

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A historic building with ornate architecture, a prominent entrance, and flags.

8. ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional

San Blas, 2.1 km from El Vecino

Taivon

Rp2.734.172 total

26 Sept - 27 Sept

A modern room with a large glass window, a black leather chair, a white bathtub, and a small table with a lamp.

9. TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir

Downtown Cuenca, 3 km from El Vecino

Edison

Rp1.552.304 total

11 Oct - 12 Oct

10. NASS Central Garden

San Blas, 1.9 km from El Vecino

Alfredo

Rp460.417 total

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A neatly made bed with a quilted bedspread and pillows, a round mirror on the wall, and a nightstand with a lamp.

11. Hotel Italia Cuenca - Tranvía Centro y Aeropuerto

1.5 km from El Vecino

William

Rp780.696 total

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A spacious atrium with a central seating area, a chandelier, and lush green plants.

12. Hotel Boutique Castilla de Leon

Downtown Cuenca, 1.8 km from El Vecino

Ruth

Rp776.021 total

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A house with a tiled roof, a wooden door, and a garden with grass, plants, and a pathway.

13. Hotel Boutique Casa Montalvo Cuenca

San Blas, 2.5 km from El Vecino

"I can’t begin to say how amazing our stay was here! The staff was UNBELIEVABLY KIND! They went out of their way to accommodate us and truly went above and beyond during our entire stay! One of the things that impressed me was that they are so intricate and detailed in their decor and their attention to detail, particularly for the breakfast was amazing! I have recommended this place to all of our friends and family and plan to come back here!"

Xicotencatl

Rp1.199.508 total

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A building with a balcony, a sign reading "Café Bar", and flags.

14. Morenica del Rosario

San Blas, 2.2 km from El Vecino

Maria

Rp783.992 total

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A hotel with a curved facade, multiple balconies, and a gated entrance.

15. Hotel La Casona

Huayna-Cápac, 3.2 km from El Vecino

Joe

Rp1.058.389 total

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A hotel corridor with wooden railings, a central staircase, and hanging plants.

16. Hotel Norte

Downtown Cuenca, 1.6 km from El Vecino

"The advantage was that the hotel is within walking distance of the main bus terminal and close to a tram stop. The shower also had amply supply of hot water. But the staff could use with better training in customer service. You should not have to wait several minutes when you arrive at 5:30 pm for someone to open up the door to check you in. The staff also had trouble finding my reservation once I did check in. "

Thomas

Rp561.267 total

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, and a desk with a lamp.

17. Hotel El Conquistador

San Blas, 2 km from El Vecino

JOSE E

Rp1.150.152 total

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A spacious living area with a sofa, coffee table, and a dining table with chairs. There is a kitchen in the background with modern appliances.

18. Santa Lucia Suites - Barranco

El Barranco, 2.6 km from El Vecino

Michelle

Rp881.991 total

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A woman in a bathtub with rose petals along the edge, surrounded by candles and flowers.

19. Hotel Yanuncay

Cuenca Historic Center, 1.8 km from El Vecino

Rp1.162.907 total

25 Sept - 26 Sept

20. Hotel Casa San Rafael

San Blas, 2 km from El Vecino

Martha

Rp1.092.422 total

13 Oct - 14 Oct

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Where to stay in El Vecino

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A historic cathedral with multiple domes and a bell tower.

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.

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A cityscape with historic architecture, including domed buildings and a prominent church tower.

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.

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A white church with a bell tower and dome, surrounded by cobblestone streets and palm trees.

San Sebastián

While San Sebastián isn't home to many top sights, San Sebastian Plaza and Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga are some notable places to visit nearby.

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A cathedral with a large blue dome and multiple spires, set against a backdrop of mountains and a cityscape.

San Blas

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

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A cityscape at night with illuminated streets and prominent buildings.

Puertas del Sol

While Puertas del Sol may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like San Sebastian Plaza and University of Cuenca's Orchid Garden.

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Top El Vecino Hotel Reviews

Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Hermoso hotel en el centro histórico. La atención impecable"

Vaway Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful stay in Cuenca! We had a great experience staying at Hotel Vaway in Cuenca. From the moment we arrived, the staff was friendly, welcoming, and very helpful. The hotel was clean, comfortable, and had a great atmosphere that made us feel right at home. The location was also very convenient for exploring Cuenca and enjoying the beautiful city. Everything was well maintained, and we really appreciated the attention to detail and hospitality throughout our stay. We truly enjoyed our time here and would definitely recommend Hotel Vaway to anyone visiting Cuenca. We would happily stay here again on our next trip to Ecuador! 🇪🇨❤️ Thank you to the entire Vaway team for making our stay so enjoyable!"

Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

8/10 Good

"Our experience was very good. However, the only issue we encountered was the strong kerosene smell on the third floor. The heating lamps located in the interior patio-which at night also operates as a restaurant, where the food is excellent, by the way- emit a very intense kerosene or gasoline odor, and because the patio has a covered roof, the smell ends up accumulating on the third floor."

Hotel NASS del Sur

10/10 Excellent

"It was the best experience staying in this hotel . Everything was perfect the Staff . Our Host Mike was amazing he made sure we had anything we needed taking care of . The food was high quality cooked to perfection and plated beautifully not to mention the attention of the waiters. The administrator was awesome he had high knowledge of history and his attention to detail was great. The hotel is set on the edge of a volcano with large wall windows that looked inside the volcano laying in your bed and on the other side with an extraordinary city view. We could see the sunrise on one side and the sundown on the other. I strongly recommend this hotel 100%. I will definitely stay here again. I did not meet the owners but my congregation on the super well staff he has and the administrator."

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Our top choices for El Vecino hotels

1. Santa Lucia House - Forum

2. Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

3. Kuna Hotel

4. Hotel Boutique Los Balcones

5. Vaway Hotel

6. Parc Royale Suites Hotel

7. Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

8. ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional

9. TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir

10. NASS Central Garden

11. Hotel Italia Cuenca - Tranvía Centro y Aeropuerto

12. Hotel Boutique Castilla de Leon

13. Hotel Boutique Casa Montalvo Cuenca

14. Morenica del Rosario

15. Hotel La Casona

16. Hotel Norte

17. Hotel El Conquistador

18. Santa Lucia Suites - Barranco

19. Hotel Yanuncay

20. Hotel Casa San Rafael

Where to stay in El Vecino

Downtown Cuenca

Cuenca Historic Center

San Sebastián

San Blas

Puertas del Sol

Top El Vecino Hotel Reviews

Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

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