Gran Colombia Suites

Cuenca is a beautiful city, rich in history and culture. So it naturally invites extended stays. When I arrived in Cuenca 9 months ago, I had a one month reservation at Gran Colombia Suites. A day later, I extended my stay for another month. Then I realized that this was 'the place' for a long term stay in Cuenca. Convenient to Parque Calderon in the historic El Centro, the resident hotel offers a range of suites at a variety of prices. Reception staff Sofia and Jordy are incredible! They graciously satisfy every request and answer every inquiry. Housekeepers Dorita and Nancy energetically clean and polish public spaces. Security guard Denis ensures that guest enjoy a good, safe night's sleep. Manager Isabel coordinates this incredible team. I highly recommend Gran Colombia Suites for international travelers seeking a high quality long term stay in Cuenca, Ecuador.

The hotel is located only one block from the main plaza in Cuenca which is a prime location. The apartments are wonderful; so much nicer than staying in just a hotel room. Security is good, and the staff friendly and helpful.

Gran Columbia Suites was fantastic! My boyfriend and I traveled to Cuenca for what many would call a "dental" vacation. I needed a crown. He required more work. Since I'd been to Cuenca once before, I had seen the Gran Columbia and knew it would fit our needs for a stay of at least 17 nights. We stayed in a Jr. Suite which had no windows to the outside streets but windows to the interior courtyard. It was very quiet. The suite had everything we needed: a kitchen with refrigerator, gas cooktop, sink and eating area. The living area was comprised of a sofa and entertainment center with television - which provided plenty of English language programs. The bathroom shower always provided plenty of hot water and the separate toilet area was surrounded by obscured glass. The bedroom had plenty of storage, a small safe and a comfortable bed. In a small area just off the lobby is a 2 washer, 2 dryer laundry. The machines are free to use for guests. While waiting in the lobby for your laundry to finish, step through a door to an adjacent panderia for pastries and coffee. Be sure to get there early as this panderia sells out quite quickly. It's that good! Besides the great proximity to Parque Calderon in the center of Cuenca's Historical district, probably the best thing about Gran Columbia Suites is the staff. We arrived late in the evening and were allowed entry by an on-duty security guard. I'm so sorry that I don't remember his name, Matteo assisted us with many of our needs, telephoning for taxi service, arranging for our trip and guide (Gustavo) to Ingapirca, arranging an appointment in Banos to Piedra de Agua for thermal baths and much more. Sophia was also another superb team member of Gran Columbia Suites. She also assisted with taxi service and helped us when needed. Isabel, the General Manager, has a great team. Her enthusiasm and love for the property is quite obvious. We will be returning in September and look forward to our stay in the beautiful city of Cuenca and seeing the same wonderful people at Gran Columbia Suites.

I initially booked a one month stay at Gran Colombia Suites through *******. Once I arrived, I knew that I had to extend my stay! The second floor apartment is beautifully furnished, with generous natural light. Double pane windows ensure no sound transfer from the street below. The reception, housekeeping, and security staff are genuinely welcoming and consistently accommodating. And the location is excellent: 1 block from Parque Calderon, in the heart of the historic center.

What a lovely place. The staff is amazing - incredibly helpful and friendly and kind. The rooms are very comfortable, and it is great to have a refrigerator and stove in the room. The place was pretty quiet, the bed was comfortable. The price was great. The location was ideal. Highly recommended. Much thanks to everyone at the Gran Colombia. (I particularly appreciated the personalized pick up at the airport - that was really helpful!)

I wish this place existed when I first moved to Cuenca, spoke no Spanish, and knew absolutely nothing, It would have been a god sent residential hotel, located right in the center of Cuenca, with very helpful and knowledgeable bilingual staff, spotlessly clean, comfortable beds, small kitchens equipped with all necessities. Well, nothing of the sort existed then, but, in April, 2023, I had to flee an apartment in hell and this is how I discovered how comfortable Gran Columbia Suites were. I stayed there from April 20, 2023 until August 6, 2023. Except for the first couple of days, I stayed in the suite #11 - a big suite on the 3rd floor. Great big bathroom, separate dressing room, a good size bedroom, living room and separate kichen space. The bathroom was cleaned every week and HOW!! They clean like this only in Germany and Swisszland, and in very expensive hotels in the USA. Thank you, dear Dorita for doing such great job, and always wil a smile, The Internet connection was mostly good, with a few interruptions. Many TV channels. Very comfortable bed and sofa, Nicely made, high quality furniture. I was less enthusiastic about the level of noise that carried up to the 3rd floor multiplied in volume. They had some problem with a bathroom fans I was awaken a few times with the staff calling me at night and knocking on my door at 3 am, demanding that I turn off the fan that was not on :) :) But that problem somehow resolved itself, I also disconnected the phone :) For Ecuador, the place is rather expensive, but it IS comfortable, The staff, all of them, including night guards and cleaning people, are very friendly, pleasant, and always helpful. The front desk staff and the manager are all fluently bilingual and are always ready to help. So, if you are coming to investigate Cuenca/Ecuador as your future residence, do yourself a favor and book a Gran Colombia Suite, The same goes for your first 1-3 months of life in Cuenca while you are looking for an apartment/house. Thank you, Isabel, Mateo, Sofia, Dorita, y Jorge. My very best wishes to all of you.

I volunteered to teach English in Ecuador, after my retirement in the United States, at a well regarded school in Cuenca. Since I was not familiar with the country's apartment rental and property management conventions, I booked a one month stay at Gran Colombia Suites through *******. From the moment that I arrived, I realized that this was where I wanted to stay long term! The building was renovated in 2014 - so it satisfies (and exceeds!) USA guest standards. And the bilingual staff are exceptional! Furthermore, Gran Colombia Suites is conveniently located near Parque Calderón in the historic center of Cuenca.

It is a nice place and friendly staff and also clean

Great place to stay in the center of town... however, be prepared to put up with noise and pollution... but it is all worth it!