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Hotel Azul de la Plaza

3.5 star property

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A hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a bathtub, a dining table with a vase of flowers, and a hat on the bed.
A bathroom with a bathtub, a window with curtains, and a view of buildings and hills.
A room with a bathtub, a glass table with a bottle and glasses, and a view of a cityscape at night.
A dining area with a view of a historic building, ornate blue and white doors, and a chandelier.
A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a chandelier, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
  • Room service
The current price is NZ$53
16 Aug - 17 Aug

Explore the area

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8-64 Coronel Guillermo Tálbot, Cuenca, Azuay, 010101
  • Place, San Sebastian Plaza
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Calderon Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, New Cathedral of Cuenca
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cuenca (CUE-Mariscal Lamar)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room Single Use

A hotel room with a large bed, a window with curtains, a flat-screen TV, and a view of the cityscape.

Standard Double Room Single Use

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Exclusive Studio Suite, City View

A bedroom with a wooden headboard, a bed with a patterned bedspread, a bedside table with a lamp, and a view of a bathroom with a bathtub.

Exclusive Studio Suite, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Romantic Room

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a chandelier, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

Romantic Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Park view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Triple Room, Courtyard View

A hotel room with two beds, wooden flooring, a dresser, a mirror, and a wall with a floral pattern.

Family Triple Room, Courtyard View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A hotel room with two beds, wooden flooring, a balcony with a view, and patterned wallpaper.

Standard Double Room

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Double Room Single Use

A hotel room with a wooden door, a bed with a plaid bedspread, a white hat, and a blue pillow.

Standard Double Room Single Use

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Triple Room, City View

A bedroom with a large bed, a headboard, and a ceiling with a sloped design.

Family Triple Room, City View

  • City view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Habitación Doble

Premium bedding, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Habitación Doble

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Habitación Cuádruple Familiar

Premium bedding, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Habitación Cuádruple Familiar

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Cuenca

Hotel Azul de la Plaza puts you in the heart of Cuenca, within steps of San Sebastian Plaza and Museum of Modern Art. Highlights at this Colonial hotel include in-room free WiFi and Smart TVs. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Downtown Cuenca hotel include Iglesia San Sebastián and San Cenaculo Church.

What's nearby

  • San Sebastian Plaza - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • University of Cuenca's Orchid Garden - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Calderon Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • New Cathedral of Cuenca - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • 14n - Antonio Borrero Station - 13 min walk
  • Unidad Nacional Tram Station - 13 min walk
  • Cuenca (CUE-Mariscal Lamar) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chocolateria Dos Chorreras - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Café San Sebas - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Café Del Parque - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Angelus by Tutto Freddo - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant El Tequila - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Hotel Azul de la Plaza

There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. Meeting rooms and coworking spaces are available. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Hotel Azul de la Plaza.

This 3.5-star Cuenca hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1979
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Corner/local shop
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
Hotel Azul de la Plaza offers 9 accommodations with complimentary newspapers. Beds feature premium bedding. Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1979
  • Colonial architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Ecuador value-added tax (VAT) at 15%. A VAT exemption is available to travellers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing that they are not a resident of Ecuador.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 5 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 5 (one-way), (from 8 to 10 years old)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No on-site parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

HOTEL AZUL PLAZA Cuenca
HOTEL AZUL PLAZA
AZUL PLAZA Cuenca
AZUL PLAZA
Hotel HOTEL AZUL DE LA PLAZA Cuenca
Cuenca HOTEL AZUL DE LA PLAZA Hotel
Hotel HOTEL AZUL DE LA PLAZA
HOTEL AZUL DE LA PLAZA Cuenca
Hotel Azul de la Plaza Hotel
Hotel Azul de la Plaza Cuenca
Hotel Azul de la Plaza Hotel Cuenca

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Azul de la Plaza?

Hotel Azul de la Plaza offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Azul de la Plaza?

As of 11 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Azul de la Plaza on 16 Aug 2026 start from NZ$53, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What makes Hotel Azul de la Plaza a romantic place to stay?

Romance packages, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hotel Azul de la Plaza.

Does Hotel Azul de la Plaza serve breakfast?

You bet, free full breakfast is offered daily between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Azul de la Plaza?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Azul de la Plaza?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Azul de la Plaza?

No, pets are not allowed.

Hotel Azul de la Plaza Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 66 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

ENRIQUE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is a boutiquish hotel with an excellent staff I would recommend it as a good value
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was nicely located, very cute and very clean Enjoy my stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved our little room with the view of the church and plaza.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nieve Leticia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The best hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They wete very accommodating wirh my schedule for check in and out.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an amazing place to stay! Great staff, who really helped with any concerns of mine. The decor and ambiance are beautiful and really made the whole experience feel special. Highly recommend. This location made it easy to get around and explore.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were courteous, kind, professional, and incredibly helpful. The rooms and property was always kept clean and was absolutely amazing.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The place was very nice great area .Close to park and places to eat. The staff was great the breakfast was served individually by a very nice young man the front desk workers were great.The only thing I would suggest up grading tv and tv mount plus more hooks to hang things in bathroom and inside room.One more things shelves in bathroom for towels and or toiletries,Would recommend to anyone going to Cuenca
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bathroom was very nice the room was a little worn. The staff were very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff, friendly and helpful. Wonderful room, very clean and well appointed with great view right down to the square.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Axel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, courteous staff, tasty and plentiful breakfast. The rooms are very clean, the bathrooms spotless with very hot shower. Exceptional internet speed over their wifi. There is absolutely no way you will be disappointed with your experience at this place!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute clean little hotel with great staff. Rooms were unfortunately way too warm with no fans or AC. Evenings are cool enough to open the window but still too hot
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel, great location, and helpful staff…
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

ERICK

The Hotel is good for the price. But need a lot of updates in the rooms
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel is a gem. The service was impeccable and the atmosphere was absolutely lovely. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The quality service and beaty of the hotel is unique. Its strategic location in the heart of Cuenca, plus the variety of breakfast everyday, and the always ready tea/coffee station made us feel very happy! We are more then pleasant for the stay in Hotel Azul de Plaza.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mohammed

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, service and value for money. The staff were very helpful and assisted us in calling taxi and answering all the questions we had about Cuenca. Highly recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for walking and sight seeing , across from some shops and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All of the above, our thanks to Erica.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

charlie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roxanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful small hotel. Staff were wonderfully kind and so helpful. Made to order breakfast was excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and clean. Basic with missing some comfort elements.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wilson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent attention
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mayra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved everything about the hotel. First of all it’s very beautiful and cozy. The care and attention of Eder and Erica to the guests were exceptional 😃 I liked the walking distance to many attractions. It’s very clean and maintained. I would definitely stay there and recommend this hotel. Look no further it’s a nice and safe hotel 😃
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025