HOTEL EL MORLACO

3.0 star property
3-star hotel in Downtown Cuenca

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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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745 Antonio Vega Muñoz, Cuenca, Azuay
  • Place, New Cathedral of Cuenca
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Calderon Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cuenca (CUE-Mariscal Lamar)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

Comfort Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • City view
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Comfort Double Room, Multiple Beds, City View

  • City view
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Comfort Triple Room, Multiple Beds, City View

  • City view
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Comfort Single Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Family Room

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds

Superior Room

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Large Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Cuenca

Heart of Cuenca.Within a 10-minute walk of this Downtown Cuenca hotel, you'll find Plaza Rotary Market and Civic Plaza. Calderon Park and Church of Santo Domingo are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Plaza Rotary Market - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • New Cathedral of Cuenca - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Calderon Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • San Sebastian Plaza - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • 14n - Antonio Borrero Station - 4 min walk
  • Gaspar Sangurima Tram Station - 5 min walk
  • Cuenca (CUE-Mariscal Lamar) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hot Dog del Tropical - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Angelus by Tutto Freddo - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Lovers - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪La Pergola - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Negroni - ‬8 min walk

About this property

HOTEL EL MORLACO

3-star hotel in Downtown Cuenca
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. WiFi is free in public spaces. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel is free (available on request). The business-friendly HOTEL EL MORLACO also features tour/ticket assistance, coffee/tea in a common area, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Cuenca hotel is smoke free.

  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • No smoking on site
HOTEL EL MORLACO offers 17 accommodations with complimentary bottled water. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 32-inch Smart televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free airport pick-up shuttle from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM at scheduled times and on request
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Free secured, uncovered extended parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
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; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 6 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 55 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • An off-leash area is available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property 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 travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing 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.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 6 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

HOTEL EL MORLACO Hotel
HOTEL EL MORLACO Cuenca
HOTEL EL MORLACO Hotel Cuenca

Frequently asked questions

How close is HOTEL EL MORLACO to the airport?

HOTEL EL MORLACO is 1.6 mi (9-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 EL MORLACO ?

As of Mar 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at HOTEL EL MORLACO on Mar 28, 2026 start from $90, 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.

Does HOTEL EL MORLACO have an airport shuttle?

HOTEL EL MORLACO offers a free shuttle from the airport to the hotel, available from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM at scheduled times.

Does HOTEL EL MORLACO offer free breakfast?

HOTEL EL MORLACO offers free continental breakfast on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM and weekends between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at HOTEL EL MORLACO ?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at HOTEL EL MORLACO ?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at HOTEL EL MORLACO ?

This hotel offers free self parking and extended parking.

Does HOTEL EL MORLACO have a pool?

HOTEL EL MORLACO does not have a pool.

Does HOTEL EL MORLACO have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is HOTEL EL MORLACO to downtown Cuenca?

HOTEL EL MORLACO is 0.4 mi away from Cuenca.

HOTEL EL MORLACO Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Sherri

The room was nice and clean. They do not have anyone that speaks English very well. The location is close to the plaza., About five blocks.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Un lugar tranquilo y seguro, excelente limpieza y atención, el personal muy atento y amable, bien ubicado en el centro de la ciudad, cerca de la catedral y el parque central y varios restaurantes a los que se puede llegar caminando, un parqueadero interno cómodo y amplio
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023