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The 10 Best Hostels in Cuenca, Ecuador

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Situated conveniently in the Cuenca Historic Centre district of Cuenca, Casa de Huéspedes Tu Parada en Cuenca is located 1.7 km from Tomebamba River, 700 metres from Modern Art Museum and 1.2 km from Cuenca New Cathedral. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a tour desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is set 2.7 km from Pumapungo Museum.

At the hostel you will find a restaurant serving local cuisine. Vegetarian and vegan options can also be requested.

The host, Miriam, is so friendly and welcoming. The apartment I stayed in was clean and comfortable. It's quiet at night, but still walking distance to town

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9.1
Wonderful
15 reviews

Situated in Cuenca and with Pumapungo Museum reachable within 600 metres, Wild Monkey Hostel features concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge. Boasting a bar, the hostel is close to several noted attractions, around 500 metres from Tomebamba River, 100 metres from Museum of the Aboriginal Cultures and 500 metres from Museum of "Las Conceptas". The accommodation provides karaoke and a shared kitchen.

Good location, nice staff. Right in the center. Nice atmosphere and good food.

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8.2
Very Good
488 reviews

In a prime location in the Cuenca Historic Centre district of Cuenca, Wild Incas Hostel is situated 400 metres from Tomebamba River, 200 metres from Museum of "Las Conceptas" and 200 metres from Museum of the Cañari Identity. This property is located a short distance from attractions such as Museum of skeletons "Doctor Gabriel Moscoso", Old Cathedral, and Popular Art Museum. The property is non-smoking and is set 1.2 km from Pumapungo Museum.

- Staff are amazing - free laundry - location perfect

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8.1
Very Good
635 reviews
Price from
$17
per night

Set in Cuenca, 1.1 km from Pumapungo Museum, Hostal Siberia features views of the city. Among the facilities at this property are a shared lounge and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation offers entertainment staff and a concierge service.

At the hostel, the rooms are equipped with a desk, a TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Some rooms also feature a kitchen with a fridge and a microwave. All guest rooms feature a wardrobe.

location room was ok but small had a bathroom in it which was good

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8
Very Good
210 reviews

Situated in Cuenca, within 100 metres of Pumapungo Museum and 1.1 km of Tomebamba River, AlterNative Hostels features accommodation with a terrace. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The hostel has family rooms.

Amazing place, even à waffle maker

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8.9
Excellent
156 reviews
Price from
$6.12
per night

Offering free WiFi, the Hostal Latina is located in Cuenca, only 6 minutes away from Calderon Park and Cathedral of Cuenca. Cable TV is offer in each bright, clean room.

Rooms at Hostal Latina feature a cable TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Select room provide a seating area or sofa.

The staff of the hostel is very cool, friendly and super. It has good facilities, comfort is good.

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8.7
Excellent
470 reviews

Hostal Yakumama is located in Cuenca town centre and 500 metres from Parque de la Madre. Free WiFi access is available in public areas.

The rooms come with wooden furniture and a safety deposit box. The bathrooms either private or shared come with shower.

The food is always the best. The staff is friendly and helpfu.

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8.1
Very Good
256 reviews
Price from
$25
per night

El Cafecito Hostel Cuenca in Cuenca provides adults-only accommodation with a terrace and a bar. The property is close to Old Cathedral, Cuenca New Cathedral and Abdon Calderón Park. Free WiFi and a tour desk are featured.

Tony is the quintessential host! He allowed us to check in early, sat us down to show us a map of Cuenca and made excellent suggestions for what to see and do. He offers to help line up taxis, tours, whatever you need. He really made it an experience and not just a place to crash. El Cafecito has the basics for a no-frills stay in a charming, tidy 3 story building. The roof terrace is a wonderful place to spend time between outings.

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8.5
Very Good
93 reviews

Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Mochilier's Hostel offers pet-friendly accommodation in Cuenca, 300 metres from Tomebamba River.

Pumapungo Museum is 1.1 km from Mochilier's Hostel, while Cuenca New Cathedral is 200 metres from the property. The nearest airport is Mariscal Lamar International Airport, 3 km from the property.

perfect location, incredible staff, an amazing vibe and one of the best value for money. my stay was great at this hostel.

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7.8
Good
301 reviews

Set in Cuenca, 1.3 km from Pumapungo Museum, ALOJAMIENTOS HOSTAL REST HOUSE offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a bar. Located around 1.7 km from Tomebamba River, the hostel with free WiFi is also less than 1 km away from Chahuarchimbana House Museum. The accommodation provides room service and a 24-hour front desk for guests.

Sylvana who worked there was very sweet and helpfull

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7.6
Good
58 reviews
Price from
$12
per night

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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.
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  • Avg. price/night: $28.75
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 75 reviews
    Great little hostel in a good location for everything we wanted in cuenca. Can walk from the airport if you like. Walkable to bus station and onto 2 blocks from main square. Comfy bed. Good hot shower. Great people. Well equipped kitchen. Access to drinking water refill. Great rooftop terrace.
    Lisa
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $28.75
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 256 reviews
    Great location, very nice staff, great food.
    Anna
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $50.60
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 709 reviews
    Great location right in the city centre next to the main square and to the tramway line that connects with the airport. Very reasonable price and safe area at night. Check in was quick and the place was easy to find. The room was ok, bed was big and comfortable and bathroom was clean. Staff was friendly and helpful.
    Paulo
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $28.75
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 414 reviews
    excellent service from the moment of booking til the very end. great location , right on calle larga, close to many areas of interest, safe area to walk around even at night
    Ruth
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $22.77
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 635 reviews
    Great location, friendly staff and cheap laundry.
    Jennifer
    Young couple
  • 8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 488 reviews
    Cheap place to stay, friendly staff, value the money, good wifi. If you look for a cheap hostel it’s definitely worth it
    Bennet
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $46
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 484 reviews
    Great location, friendly and helpful staff, safe, good value for money, clean and had somewhere to store luggage after checkout
    Reanne
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $22.77
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 635 reviews
    The location is good - right in a gorgeous area of Cuenca. A very cheap stay so we expected basic and basic is what we got.
    Evie
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $35
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 191 reviews
    best Hostel-Breakfast ever
    Dorothea
    Travelers with friends
  • 8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 488 reviews
    Perfekt, low budget backpacker Hostel with all you need. Comfortable beads, good kitchen and hot shower. The Staff is just awesome and soooo friendly.
    Lipps
    Solo traveler