Nestled in the heart of the historic San Sebastián neighborhood, our short-term rental offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and local charm. Whether you’re visiting Cuenca for work, study, or leisure, you’ll find yourself within walking distance of the city’s most beloved restaurants, cafes, artisan shops, and cultural centers.
Step outside and discover the vibrant streets of Estévez de Toral and Simón Bolívar—where you can enjoy everything from fresh pastries and international cuisine to handmade gifts and local art. With a full-service laundromat, nearby pharmacies, and well-stocked groceries just around the corner, you’ll have everything you need to feel at home.
Scroll down to explore the neighborhood and start planning your Cuenca experience!
What is Available in the Neighborhood
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Mangiare Bene Italian Restaurant
| Address: Estévez de Toral (diagonally from the apartment on the corner) Telephone: 099-952-8496 Hours: Monday to Saturday noon to 3pm and 5pm to 10pm, Sunday noon to 3pm |
El Salinerito – Cheese, wines, coffees, snacks | Same building as Mangiare Bene, corner store diagonal to the apartment
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El Pedregal Azteca Mexican Restaurant | Address: Estevez de Toral 8-60 Telephone: 7-282-3652 Hours: Tuesday & Wednesday noon to 3pm & 6pm to 9:30pm, Thursday & Friday noon to 3pm & 6pm to 10:30pm, Saturday noon to 9pm, Sunday noon to 3pm, Monday closed |
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El Café que te con Te Café and Restaurant
| Address: Estevez de Toral 8-50 Telephone: N/A Hours: Sunday & Monday closed, Tuesday 9:30am to noon & 4pm to 7pm, Wednesday to Saturday 9:30am to noon & 3pm to 6pm |
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20 20 Resto-Bar Café and Restaurant
| Address: Estevez de Toral Telephone: N/A Hours: Monday to Saturday 12:30pm to 3pm & 4pm to 7:30pm, Sunday closed |
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Casa Alonso Restaurante | Address: Simon Bolivar 12-55 y Calle Tarqui Telephone: 7-282-3889 Hours: Daily 12:30pm to 3pm & 7pm to 9:30pm |
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Cafe Del Parque | Address: Benigno Malo 9-17 y Simon Bolivar Hours: None listed Telephone: 097-901-7471 |
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Filippo Wine, Cheese, & Bread | Address: Benigno Malo entre la Simón Bolívar y Sucre Hours: None listed Telephone: 098-382-0645 |
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Coppelia Bolivar | Address: Simón Bolívar 11-78 y Tarqui Hours: Monday to Saturday 10am to 8pm, Sunday 10am to 4:3opm Telephone: 098-453-4017 |
Pájaro y Bestia
| Address: Gran Colombia 13-100 y Estévez de Toral Telephone: 098-321-8273 Hours: Friday & Saturday 1pm to 8pm It’s recommended to reserve food or a table via WhatsApp, as they often close early when they sell out. |
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Yule Siempre es Navidad Christmas Shop and Café | Address: Estévez de Toral (out the building, turn right at traffic light) Telephone: 097-920-0267 Hours: Monday to Wednesday 4pm to 9pm, Thursday to Sunday 10am to 1pm & 4pm to 9pm |
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Dulcet Cafetería y Pasteleria Café and Pastries | Address: Simón Bolívar 13-30 Telephone: 098-327-2138 Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30am to 8pm, Saturday 9am to 8pm, Sunday closed |
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Chicano Taqueria Mexican Restaurant | Address: Parque San Sebastián Telephone: 098-411-1938 Monday to Wednesday 3pm to 11pm, Thursday 3pm to 12:30am, Friday & Saturday 11am to 12:30am and Sunday 11am to 10pm |
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Boliz Hamburgers
| Address: Simón Bolívar y Coronel Guillermo Tálbot Telephone: 097-884-7857 Hours: Wednesday to Sunday 5pm to 11pm, closed Tuesday |
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Jodoco Belgian Bistro Beer and Restaurant | Calle de San Sebastian y, Mariscal Sucre (Parque San Sebastian) Telephone: 097 909 3186 http://www.jodocobelgianbistro.com/ Hours: Monday to Saturday 10am to 12:30am and Sunday 10am to 10pm |
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Casa Azul Restaurant | Address: Parque San Sebastián San Sebastián 1-86 Telephone: 7-284-3496 (landline) Hours: Monday & Tuesday 8:30am to 10:30pm, Wednesday 8:30am to 5pm, Thursday & Friday 8:30am to 11pm, Saturday 8:30am to 11pm, Sunday 8:30am to 2pm |
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Cafe San Sebas Restaurant | Address: Parque San Sebastián San Sebastian 1-94 Telephone: 7-284-3496 (landline) Hours: Every day 8:30 to 2:30pm |
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Osaka Ramen | Parque de San Sebastian, Coronel Guillermo Tálbot 8-26 Telephone: 099-551-1699 Hours: Tuesday to Saturday 12noon to 9pm, Sunday 12noon to 4pm, Monday closed |
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Cooking with Rey Cambodian | Coronel Guillermo Tálbot 770 y, Cuenca, Ecuador Telephone: 099-544-3977 Hours: Monday to Friday 12:30 to 10pm, Saturday 12noon to 10pm, Sunday 12noon to 8pm |
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Groceries and Bakeries | |
Tosta Bakery Specialty – Gluten free bread and bagels | Address: Estévez de Toral 9-52 Telephone: 098-308-7478 Hours: Monday to Friday 9am to 6pm |
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Mi Pan Small grocery store
| Address: Simón Bolívar 14-106 Hours: Daily 7:30am to 10pm Telephone: 7-282-7058 (landline) |
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ItalDeli San Sebastian Fresh and frozen meats and some vegetables | Address: Baltazara de Calderón (to the right side of San Sebastián Church) Telephone: 099-445-7535 Hours: Monday to Saturday 8:30am to 8pm, Sunday 8:30am to 2pm |
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Cuenca Shop Imported food items and liquors | Plaza San Sebastián Coronel Guillermo Tálbot Telephone: 099-131-4090 Hours: Monday to Thursday 9am to 5pm, Friday 9am to 6pm, Saturday 9:30am to 4:30pm, Sunday closed https://cuencashop.com/ |
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Gramm Bulk Shop Spices, nuts, flours, and more | Address: Mariscal Sucre 14-14 Telephone: 099-505-9604 Hours: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, Saturday 10am to 1pm, Sunday closed |
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Onigiri Asian Market Asian food items | Estévez de Toral 30 Telephone: 099-019-0983 Hours: Monday to Friday 10am to 7pm and Saturday 10am to 5pm |
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Pharmacy | |
Pharma Salud Pharmacy | Address: C. Gran Colombia 14-90 Telephone: 098-491-3268 Hours: Monday to Saturday 8am to 9pm, Sunday 9am to 2:30pm |
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Artist Posters |
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Cartel | Located in Casa San Sebastian building immediately on Estevez de Toral Hours: Monday to Friday 3pm to 7pm, Saturday 10am to 2pm |
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Gift Shop | |
Morfo Gift Shop Gift shop and handmade items *Weavings | Address: Simón Bolívar 13-42 Telephone: 098-711-1621 Hours: Monday to Friday 10am to 6:30pm, Saturday 10am to 6pm, Sunday 9:30am to 2pm *Barbara Van Abel is a gifted weaver who has some items at Morfo, but also does custom work. Her WhatsApp number is +593-099-220-4112 |
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Cultural Centers | |
idiomART Artist center and cultural center | 14-25 Mariscal Lamar y Estevez de Toral Hours: Monday to Friday 11am to 5pm Weekends are dedicated to special events and activities. Email for the monthly calendar or on GringoPost or social media Visiting the art exhibits outside of our regular hours a private tour can be arranged |
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Museo Municipal de Arte Moderno | Coronel Guillermo Tálbot Telephone: 07-413-4900 Hours: Monday to Saturday 9am to 4:30pm, Sunday 9am to 2pm Admission: Free |
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Laundry Services | |
Lavanderia Marimar Laundromat | A great option if you do not want to waste your time doing laundry in the apartment. This is a full-service laundry where you drop off your items and pick them up at a later time. It is located at 8-14 Estevez de Toral. When you leave the building, turn left at the traffic light on the corner. |