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El Cafecito Hostel Cuenca

Property class: 2

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Consider a stay at El Cafecito Hostel Cuenca and take advantage of a rooftop terrace, a library and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar and a restaurant.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
The current price is RM128
RM128 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept

Room options

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Showing 4 of 4 rooms

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A room with two beds, wooden flooring, and a small table with a bottle.

Basic Twin Room

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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A bedroom with a patterned bedspread, a small round table, a potted plant, and a wall-mounted artwork.

Basic Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Basic Triple Room

A room with two beds, wooden flooring, and a small table with a bottle.

Basic Triple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Bed

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, wooden flooring, a window, and a decorative wall piece.

Shared Dormitory

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Large Single Bunk Beds
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About the area

Cuenca Historic Center, a neighbourhood in Cuenca, is home to El Cafecito Hostel Cuenca. Las Conceptas Museum and Museum of the Aboriginal Cultures are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Plaza Rotary Market and San Francisco Plaza Market. Inter-American Center of Popular Arts and Cuenca Municipal Planetarium are also worth visiting. Visit our Cuenca travel guide
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Mariano Cueva 1128, Mariscal Lamar, Cuenca

What's nearby

  • Two illuminated church domes with cross-topped spires, set against a mountainous backdrop.
    Calderon Park
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • A cathedral with blue domes and a cityscape in the background.
    New Cathedral of Cuenca
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • A cobblestone street leading to a town square with a view of distant hills.
    Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • A stone bridge over a river, a white church with a bell tower, and lush greenery.
    Puente Roto
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Plaza Rotary Market
    1 min walk - 0.0 km

Getting around

  • Gaspar Sangurima Tram Station
    1 min walk
  • Luis Cordero (Hermano Miguel) Station
    7 min walk
  • Cuenca (CUE-Mariscal Lamar)
    11 min drive

Restaurants

  • Balcon Quiteño
    4 min walk
  • Raymipampa
    8 min walk
  • Monte Bianco San Blas
    7 min walk
  • Coffee Lovers
    2 min walk
  • Mansion Matilde
    10 min walk

About this property

El Cafecito Hostel Cuenca

  • Hostel located in Cuenca Historic Center
  • Take advantage of a rooftop terrace, a library and laundry facilities at El Cafecito Hostel Cuenca. In addition to a bar and a restaurant, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
  • Other perks at this hostel include:
    • Full breakfast (surcharge), a front desk safe and multilingual staff
    • Luggage storage, concierge services and tour/ticket information

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (USD 5 per night)
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekday full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 3.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Library

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shower

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately USD 3.5 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 5 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

Frequently asked questions

Is El Cafecito Hostel Cuenca pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at El Cafecito Hostel Cuenca?

As of 20 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Cafecito Hostel Cuenca on 31 Aug 2026 start from RM128, excluding 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 time is check-in at El Cafecito Hostel Cuenca?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at El Cafecito Hostel Cuenca?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is El Cafecito Hostel Cuenca located?

Located in Cuenca Historic Center, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Plaza Rotary Market, San Blas Park and Museum of the Canari Identity. Las Conceptas Museum and Church of Santo Domingo are also within 10 minutes. Gaspar Sangurima Tram Station is only a 2-minute walk and Terminal Terrestre Station is 12 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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