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Socia/tel Cuenca

3.0 star property
Cuenca hostel with restaurant and bar/lounge
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
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Bar (on property)
Lobby lounge
Fridge, microwave
Yoga
Unique Room

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Non-smoking
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Breakfast available
  • Business centre
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Library
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage
The price is AU$39
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2025

Room options

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Unique Room

Unique Room

Highlights

Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

Highlights

Private bathroom
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Small Room Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 10-Bed Dormitory

Highlights

Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room

Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room

Highlights

Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Private bathroom
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
Calle Larga 7-93 y Luis Cordero, Calle Larga, Cuenca, Cuenca

What's nearby

  • Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Calderon Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • New Cathedral of Cuenca - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Alejandro Serrano Aguilar Stadium - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Mall del Rio - 6 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

  • Cuenca (CUE-Mariscal Lamar) - 12 min drive
  • Guayaquil (GYE-Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl.) - 80 miles/128.7 km
  • 14n - Antonio Borrero Station - 9 min walk
  • Luis Cordero (Hermano Miguel) Station - 9 min walk
  • Gaspar Sangurima Tram Station - 15 min walk
  • Terminal Terrestre Station - 26 min walk
  • Unidad Nacional Tram Station - 27 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Sunrise Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Goza - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪El Mercado Cuenca - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bumba - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Thai Connection - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Socia/tel Cuenca

Take in the views from the rooftop terrace when you stay at Socia/tel Cuenca. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Public transportation is close by: Gaspar Sangurima Tram Station is only 15 minutes on foot.

Languages

English, French, German, Portuguese, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 67 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
  • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is 11 AM
  • Contactless check-out

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • Children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • No on-site parking

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared fridge

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

What to do

  • Yoga classes
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Business centre

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Rooftop terrace
  • Library
  • Lockers available
  • Outdoor entertainment area

Room amenities

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Ecuador value-added tax (15%). Non-resident travellers who present a valid passport and tourist visa may be eligible for a tax refund. However, non-resident travellers may be exempt from value-added tax (15%) on package bookings.

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 4 to 5 for adults and USD 4 to 5 for children

Policies

This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Also known as

Selina Cuenca Hostel

Frequently asked questions

Does Socia/tel Cuenca offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Socia/tel Cuenca does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Socia/tel Cuenca?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Socia/tel Cuenca?
Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Socia/tel Cuenca.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Socia/tel Cuenca?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Socia/tel Cuenca and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Additional recreation on-site includes yoga.
Are there restaurants at or near Socia/tel Cuenca?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
What's the area around Socia/tel Cuenca like?
Socia/tel Cuenca is a short 9-minute walk from 14n - Antonio Borrero Station and 3 minutes' walk from Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga.

Socia/tel Cuenca Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and super friendly staff!
Maria, 1-night romance trip
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4/10 Fair

Stephanie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Second time here. Wonderful.
David, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

One of the BEST hotels in cuenca
Our stay was great! We always come back to selinas everytime we travel to cuenca.
Luke, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

ALisa, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nayeli, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

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8/10 Very good

Jhoy, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

I was charged more than Expedia promised. My room was overlooking a very busy street and three of the eight nights incredibly loud music from a club blared into my room until 3 am. The staff was mostly friendly but Spanish is a necessity. I loved the room, bed was very comfortable, and the deck overlooking the Rio Tomabamba was my favorite place in the City.
David, 8-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lugar aconchegante e funcionários muito atenciosos. Uma pena não ter restaurante la.
Ana Daniely, 1-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good

Excelente ubicación y servicios incluidos
Jorge, 1-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good

2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excelente servicio y el hotel es realmente espectacular
2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, walking distance to lots of places. Lovely building, can easily get lost in it!
Chirag, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Cuenca Ecuador
Good location, carpets look dirty and outdated. Front desk personnel were spotty, sometimes friendly sometimes they didn't want to be bothered. Bar staff unfriendly and dismissive.
carlos, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Spectacular architecture, central location
This is the most spectacular architectural hostel I’ve ever stayed in. It’s a piece of art and if you like beautiful buildings and impressive architecture, this place is a must visit. Our room was facing the street and we stayed over the weekend, so it was a bit loud but a good pair of earplugs would do the job. There were USB plugs near the bed and the mattress was comfortable. There was hot water in the shower. Actually, there was almost no cold water which was strange. There was a hairdryer as well. We spotter two huge cockroaches on the balcony but luckily not on the room. All the staff was very friendly, nice and helpful. Breakfast was fine but definitely not amazing. Unfortunately, only American coffee was included to the prepaid breakfast, so to get a good coffee, we had to pay extra. The only thing I didn’t like was the common kitchen. It looked disgusting. Like REALLY disgusting. Unfortunately, the guests didn’t help keeping the place clean either. To my surprise, there was no kettle to warm some water. There was a nice big terrace too. It might be good to cover the cushions when it rains, so people can actually use the sitting area when it stops raining.
Tsvetelina, 2-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Unfriendly stuff, poor attention when I had ask for an extra pillow- never got it, and they forgot to supply with shampoo, toilet paper and soap.
Selina, 7-night family trip
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4/10 Fair

This is a weird "hotel." I don't actually consider it a hotel. I consider it a hostel. But it's not only a hostel, there's a co-working space as well, a movie theater, and a party room/space. I think it's trying to be too much at once. I was disappointed that when I got there, I didn't even have toilet paper in my room! (Very quickly remedied by the staff there though, so that's a good thing.) Bring your own toilet paper, your own soap, your own shampoo, conditioner and don't forget to pack your hair dryer. You will also need towels. It is also *not* accessible to wheelchair users. It doesn't have an elevator and the breakfast area was three floors down from my room. That being said, the staff is excellent, and the location can't be beat. However, I think there needs to be some truth in advertising. This is a hostel, not a hotel.
6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Cool and handsome guys who were very helpful! Very nice place!
2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

3-night trip
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6/10 Good

Cool place following the Selina style but horrible WiFi for a place targeting Digital Nomads. It came back and forward all the time, no estable connection. Breakfast options were very poor.
1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Stayed only one night but loved this hostel. It is absolutely huge, but very nicely and cosy set up. Great kitchen area and views from the terrace, perfect location (close to everything). Great value!
iis, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fue una buena experiencia, me encanto la estructura y que contaba con varios espacios.
Patricio, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Me gustó mucho las instalaciones! Sin dudarlo volvería 😃
kaely, 1-night family trip
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