Cuenca, Mariano Cueva 11-37 y Sangurima-2.895029,-79.000824(Show on Map)
8.1
Very Good
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Summary of reviews
Hotel Norte enjoys a prime location in the heart of Cuenca, nestled within a picturesque square and close to the historic center. Guests frequently commend its proximity to tourist attractions, the bustling market, numerous restaurants and the city's main plaza. Its strategic placement between the city center and the bus terminal adds to its appeal for those exploring Cuenca. Despite minor safety concerns around the square at night, the hotel's central and accessible location, coupled with clean and comfortable accommodations, makes it a preferred choice for visitors.
While the hotel does not offer an included breakfast, many guests find this manageable due to the abundance of nearby dining options, including the local market hall that offers a variety of breakfast choices.
Guest feedback on the rooms is largely positive with many describing them as spacious, comfortable and well-maintained. Cleanliness is a notable strength with rooms and bathrooms frequently praised for being spotless and well-kept. Highlights include large rooms with ample space, excellent views and some featuring a hot shower that impressed guests. Although there are occasional mentions of thin walls, lack of closets and a few maintenance issues, the overall sentiment is one of satisfaction.
The staff at Hotel Norte is commonly acknowledged for their friendliness and willingness to assist, contributing significantly to the positive guest experience. Despite some comments regarding the inexperience of younger staff members, their eagerness to help is appreciated and the reception team, in particular, receives high praise.
WiFi services at the hotel receive mixed reviews with some guests experiencing strong connectivity and others facing occasional issues. The WiFi typically works well in common areas and meets basic needs, though it may sometimes be too slow for tasks like video calls.
Guests have varied opinions on the beds with many describing them as comfortable and conducive to a good night's sleep. However, some guests find certain beds too hard or in poor condition. Despite occasional discomfort, the general feedback points to a positive sleeping experience.
In summary, Hotel Norte is celebrated for its excellent location, cleanliness, comfortable rooms and friendly staff. While there are a few areas for improvement, such as the WiFi and bed comfort, the hotel remains a favored choice for those looking to immerse themselves in Cuenca's vibrant culture and history.
Categories
Family
This hotel is located near Mercado de Artesanias Rotary Market. It provides easy access to cultural sites and local markets. It is a good option for families interested in exploring the city's culture.
Dog Friendly
Hotel Norte is identified as a pet-friendly hotel in Cuenca. While specific pet amenities are not detailed, its inclusion on lists of pet-friendly accommodations suggests it welcomes guests with dogs.
Dogs Stay Free
Parking
This hotel offers parking and is known for its good service. It provides a convenient and pleasant experience.
Cheap
Hotel Norte is a budget-friendly option that offers good value for money. Its central location provides easy access to the city's attractions.
Accessible
Hotel Norte is identified as an accessible hotel in the Cuenca area.
Free Wi-Fi
Business
Dogs Stay Free
Room Types
Standard Single Room with Shared BathroomFeaturing free toiletries, this single room includes a shared bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bath or a shower. This single room has an electric kettle, a tiled floor and a TV. The unit has 1 bed.
Standard Double RoomFeaturing free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bath. Boasting a patio, this double room also features a wardrobe, an electric kettle and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit has 1 bed.
Budget Double RoomFeaturing free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bath. The double room features a wardrobe, an electric kettle, parquet floors and a TV. The unit has 1 bed.
Standard Triple RoomOffering free toiletries, this triple room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bath. The triple room offers a wardrobe, an electric kettle, a tiled floor, as well as a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit offers 2 beds.
Economy Triple RoomOffering free toiletries, this triple room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bath. The triple room offers a wardrobe, an electric kettle, parquet floors, a tiled floor and a TV with cable channels. The unit has 2 beds.
Standard Quadruple RoomOffering free toiletries, this quadruple room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bath. This quadruple room has a wardrobe, an electric kettle, a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a patio. The unit has 3 beds.
Economy Quadruple RoomOffering free toiletries, this quadruple room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bath. This quadruple room features an electric kettle, parquet floors and a TV. The unit offers 3 beds.
Standard Family RoomFeaturing free toiletries, this family room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bath. This family room has a wardrobe, an electric kettle, a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a patio. The unit has 4 beds.
Standard Single RoomOffering free toiletries, this single room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bath. The single room offers a wardrobe, an electric kettle, parquet floors, a carpeted floor, as well as a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit offers 1 bed.
Economy Double RoomProviding free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bath. This double room features an electric kettle, parquet floors and a TV. The unit offers 2 beds.
Standard Quadruple Room with BalconyThis quadruple room includes a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a terrace with city views. The unit offers 3 beds.
Standard Triple Room with BalconyThis triple room includes a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a terrace with city views. The unit offers 2 beds.
Standard Twin Room with Shared BathroomOffering free toiletries, this twin room includes a shared bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bath or a shower. The unit offers 2 beds.
Standard Double Room with Shared BathroomFeaturing free toiletries, this double room includes a shared bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bath or a shower. The unit has 1 bed.
Guest Reviews
8.1
Very Good
Review Summaries
Location
Hotel Norte boasts an excellent location, perfectly situated in the heart of Cuenca. Guests consistently highlight its central position, nestled within a beautiful square and conveniently close to the historic center. Visitors appreciate the hotel's proximity to various tourist attractions, the bustling market, restaurants and the city's main plaza. Its strategic location between the city center and the bus terminal adds to the convenience, making it an ideal base for exploring Cuenca.
Many reviews emphasize the location's superb proximity to cafes, restaurants and shops, noting the vibrant atmosphere around the plaza. The hotel is housed in a historic building, adding a touch of charm to the stay. Despite some concerns about safety at night around the square, guests generally feel positive about the cleanliness, comfort and quality of service provided by the staff.
Overall, Hotel Norte's central and accessible location, combined with its clean and comfortable accommodations, make it a favored choice for visitors looking to immerse themselves in the rich culture and history of Cuenca.
Breakfast
Visitors to Hotel Norte have noted the absence of an included breakfast at the establishment. However, many see this as a minor inconvenience given the hotel's proximity to numerous nearby dining options. Guests can easily find alternatives, such as enjoying a delicious breakfast at the local market hall. Overall, while breakfast is not provided by the hotel itself, the surrounding area compensates well with its variety of breakfast choices.
Rooms
Hotel Norte has earned positive feedback for its room accommodations, which are frequently described as spacious and comfortable. Guests have noted that the rooms are large with ample space and some featuring good views. Cleanliness is a recurring compliment with many mentioning clean rooms and bathrooms. Some reviews highlight particularly nice aspects, such as an incredible room with a spacious private bathroom and a notably hot shower, the best experienced in South America, according to one guest.
Despite some criticisms, such as thin walls, lack of closets and a few bathrooms in poor condition, the general sentiment remains favorable. Guests appreciate the cozy atmosphere and the hotel’s central location, making it an ideal base for visiting Cuenca. In summary, Hotel Norte’s rooms are generally well-received for their size, comfort and cleanliness, ensuring a satisfactory stay for travelers.
Beds
Hotel Norte's guests have varied opinions on the bedding with many highlighting the comfort of the beds. Phrases like "the comfort of the beds," "comfortable beds," "cozy bed," and "the bed was comfortable" indicate a generally positive experience. Furthermore, some guests even emphasized that the "beds are super comfortable."
However, not all feedback was positive. A few guests mentioned that some beds "are a little bit hard to sleep in but you get used to it," and there were instances where a bed was described as "like sleeping on a slab of bricks," indicating that they found it too hard and uncomfortable. Issues such as beds being in "bad condition," or "creaking a lot" were also noted.
Overall, while the majority of reviews point to a comforting night's sleep, there are occasional reports of discomfort that future guests might want to be aware of.
Cleanliness
Hotel Norte receives predominantly positive feedback for cleanliness from its guests. Many describe the accommodation as clean, welcoming and very tidy. Visitors often note the pleasant environment with rooms and bathrooms consistently reported as well-maintained and spotless. The general sentiment is that the establishment's cleanliness standards are high with phrases like "the cleaning is great" and "clean and comfortable place" being commonly mentioned.
Moreover, the facilities are generally described as well-marked, cozy and comfortable, providing good value for the price paid. Other reviews commend the spaciousness of the rooms and the quality of the showers, which add to the overall positive experience.
However, there are some isolated reports of cleaning issues. A few guests encountered instances where the sheets appeared unclean or unchanged and some mentioned specific problems like dirty floors. Despite these occasional critiques, the majority of reviewers seem satisfied with the cleanliness and upkeep of Hotel Norte, making it a reliable option for travelers prioritizing a neat and organized place to stay.
Staff
Hotel Norte boasts a friendly and helpful staff, often highlighted for their attentiveness and readiness to assist. Many guests noted the excellent service and the warm, welcoming nature of the team. Despite some comments about the lack of experience among the younger staff, their friendliness and eagerness to assist were appreciated. Although a few reviews mentioned instances of unfriendly interactions, the overall consensus points to a positive and accommodating experience with the staff. The reception team, in particular, received praise for their attentive and kind service, contributing to an overall pleasant stay at the hotel.
Wi-Fi
Hotel Norte offers a mixed experience with its WiFi services. While there are reports of weak WiFi in some rooms and occasional connection issues, others find the WiFi to be very fast and accessible on every floor. Guests have noted that the WiFi works well in common areas and many have mentioned positive experiences, describing the WiFi as good and reliable. For those who rely heavily on internet connectivity, however, there may be inconsistent performance with some instances of the WiFi being too slow for video calls. Overall, the WiFi at Hotel Norte proves to suit basic needs effectively despite occasional setbacks.
FAQ
No, Hotel Norte doesn't have any pool.
No, a spa isn't available at Hotel Norte.
Yes, Hotel Norte welcomes dogs.
Yes, parking facilities are available at Hotel Norte.
