Hotel Casa San Rafael

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel in Cuenca Historic Center

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Exterior detail
1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, in-room safe
Restaurant
Reception
Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk24/7 front desk24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Bolívar 5-05 y Mariano Cueva, Cuenca, Azuay
  • Popular LocationCalderon Park4 min walk
  • Popular LocationNew Cathedral of Cuenca6 min walk
  • Popular LocationRío Tomebamba & Calle Larga8 min walk
  • AirportCuenca (CUE-Mariscal Lamar)4 min drive

Room options

Standard Double Room

9.2/10 Wonderful
  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Single Room

10/10 Exceptional
  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Twin Room

9.4/10 Wonderful
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Cuenca

Heart of Cuenca.A stay at this Cuenca Historic Center hotel places you steps from Esqueletologia Museum and within a 5-minute walk of San Blas Park. Plaza Rotary Market and Civic Plaza are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Calderon Park - 4 min walk
  • New Cathedral of Cuenca - 6 min walk
  • Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga - 8 min walk
  • Alejandro Serrano Aguilar Stadium - 19 min walk
  • Mall del Rio - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Luis Cordero (Hermano Miguel) Station - 3 min walk
  • Gaspar Sangurima Tram Station - 6 min walk
  • Cuenca (CUE-Mariscal Lamar) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • Latitud Cero Taproom - 4 min walk
  • Negroni - 5 min walk
  • Tiestos - 4 min walk
  • cositas - 1 min walk
  • Fabianos - 3 min walk

About this property

Hotel Casa San Rafael

3.5-star hotel in Cuenca Historic Center
Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at Hotel Casa San Rafael.

This 3.5-star Cuenca hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1920
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Hotel Casa San Rafael offers 13 accommodations with safes and complimentary toiletries. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature down comforters. LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads.

This Cuenca hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. In-room massages, hypo-allergenic bedding, and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Offsite parking available (USD 13 per day); reservations required
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

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
The property charges 8 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hotel Casa San Rafael

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 8 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Service fee: 10 percent
  • Ecuador value-added tax (15%). Nonresident travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa may be eligible for a tax refund. However, nonresident travelers may be exempt from value-added tax (15%) on package bookings.

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 20 per person (roundtrip)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 10 (roundtrip), (from 6 to 12 years old)
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 13 per day (66 ft away)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 8 percent

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, a security system, and a first aid kit
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. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Contactless check-out is available.

We should mention

  • Children 8 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for free breakfast.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • Alcohol isn't allowed at Hotel Casa San Rafael.

Property is also known as

Hotel Casa San Rafael Hotel
Casa San Rafael Cuenca
Hotel Casa San Rafael
Hotel Casa San Rafael Cuenca
Hotel Casa San Rafael Cuenca
Hotel Casa San Rafael Hotel Cuenca

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Casa San Rafael to the airport?

Hotel Casa San Rafael is 1.6 mi (4-min drive) away from the Cuenca (CUE-Mariscal Lamar) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Casa San Rafael?

As of May 27, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Casa San Rafael on May 28, 2024 start from $66.0, 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.

Does Hotel Casa San Rafael have an airport shuttle?

Hotel Casa San Rafael offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 20 per person, roundtrip.

Does Hotel Casa San Rafael offer free breakfast?

Hotel Casa San Rafael offers free English breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel Casa San Rafael?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hotel Casa San Rafael?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Hotel Casa San Rafael?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Hotel Casa San Rafael have a pool?

Hotel Casa San Rafael does not have a pool.

Does Hotel Casa San Rafael have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Casa San Rafael to downtown Cuenca?

Hotel Casa San Rafael is 0.4 mi away from Cuenca.

Hotel Casa San Rafael Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 156 out of 259 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 82 out of 259 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 259 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 259 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 259 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean and neat. Friendly staff. It's an old hotel and they still use skeleton keys for the rooms.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice stay
I liked the place, the room is clean and good for the price, good location, the lady manaywas very nice and helpful at all the time ,.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

VICTORIA, Huntington Beach

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice boutique hotel. No access for people with disabilities. We were on the 3rd floor. Quiet and friendly staff. Close to the historic center an 3 blocks from Calderon park
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Ron

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Snarly desk help; small room w/o amenities
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jorge O.

Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great place, location & an amazing staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

bernarda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Alejandro

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is a well kept historical property. The hotel is about 130 yrs old, but it is cozy, well kept, clean and the staff is super friendly and helpful. It has basic amenities such as wfi and breakfast. That being said, during weekend nights, street noises filter through the windows and it becomes almost impossible to fall asleep in the early morning hrs (12 am -2:00 am). Noise is not a problem M-R nights.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I lovely stay in a beautifully maintained 130 year old building! Not iron and solid wood, i door courtyard and amazing breakfasts every day. The staff treated us like family. When my husband suffered from altitude sickness they asked after him and offered a number of local remedies (they worked, too!) We are taking their contact information so next time they come we can skip Expedia and book directly. They were great! Only advice would be this: spring for a room with two beds. Unless you are traveling solo... the single room was very small, and we ended up upgrading. Well worth it!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff and charming hotel. Each morning we were creating with warmth and a delicious breakfast. They were very helpful with answering our questions about surrounding points of interest. They offered a reasonable laundry service with one day turnaround. They supported us with calling taxis when we asked for one. We stayed in a room on the third floor and it was very quiet. This hotel is located very close to the Calderon Park in the central historic district. I would definitely plan to stay here again if I can come back to Cuenca.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023