I stayed on the third floor, which allowed me to have a window. Most of the rooms appear not to have a window so might be a little stuffy. The breakfast area is in the central area so it can be a bit noisy in the morning. On the plus side, comfortable beds, good wifi and it is decorated in a very charming way.

I stayed on the third floor, which allowed me to have a window. Most of the rooms appear not to have a window so might be a little stuffy. The breakfast area is in the central area so it can be a bit noisy in the morning. On the plus side, comfortable beds, good wifi and it is decorated in a very charming way.

This was our second stay at Ines Maria. We returned because we loved it the first time. The staff are wonderful. The physical plant is delightfully old fashioned. Breakfast is varied, abundant and cooked to order. We will return if we pass this way again.

Excellent place to stay, great location, great hospitality, great breakfast, and loved the atmosphere, beautiful decor, owner could speak English well. Hotel had character and felt very secure.

We felt welcome from the time we walked in the door. The staff was amazing, especially Erika and Katy. Staying here felt like going back in time, but with all the amenities like Wifi and hot water. The hotel is located right in the middle of the Historic District so you can walk out the door to find churches, shops, and restaurants. We would definitely stay there again.

Beautiful, well maintained, conveniently located little hotel with attentive service and a great breakfast.

Hotel photographs far, far better than the service you will eventually get. If you are an exhibitionist, request room #9. It has a full sized window from the shower and bathroom into the outside public hall. Not a tinted, or colored, or frosted, or even a shaded window. A full on window for people to view each other.My first two nights went fine. The rooms are very clean and the breakfasts were very good. The third night, the night watchman decided to have a private party, while I was the only guest in the hotel. He invited people over at midnight, and they were feasting until 12:30AM, when I called. They slowed down slightly until 1AM, when I complained again. That is when four showers started running, and someone decided it was a reasonable time to start washing dishes in the kitchen below.The hotel owner apologized and promised to refund the last nights stay. Of course, that did not happen. No one even bothered to deny that this happens. So if you do not particularly care about having a good nights sleep, by all means. If you have some basic expectations, then by all means avoid this hotel.

Hotel photographs far, far better than the service you will eventually get. If you are an exhibitionist, request room #9. It has a full sized window from the shower and bathroom into the outside public hall. Not a tinted, or colored, or frosted, or even a shaded window. A full on window for people to view each other. My first two nights went fine. The rooms are very clean and the breakfasts were very good. The third night, the night watchman decided to have a private party, while I was the only guest in the hotel. He invited people over at midnight, and they were feasting until 12:30AM, when I called. They slowed down slightly until 1AM, when I complained again. That is when four showers started running, and someone decided it was a reasonable time to start washing dishes in the kitchen below. The hotel owner apologized and promised to refund the last night's stay. Of course, that did not happen. No one even bothered to deny that this happens. So if you do not particularly care about having a good night's sleep, by all means. If you have some basic expectations, then by all means avoid this hotel.

The hostel is an 120 year old building and beautiful decorated. To stay thre takes you back in the history. Wery friendly place to stay. The owners give good advise about what to see in the city of Cuenca.

Hostal Ines Maria is one of the best places Ive ever stayed on this three-month trip through five countries in Central and South America. Outstanding value for money, best bed, best bedding, sheets, pillows, best bathroom (could have used more light at night when the skylight was unable to provide light), best breakfast.The value of Hostal Ines Maria was just reinforced as I checked into another guest house in Vilcabamba, where I paid more than I paid at Ines Maria for a plain room with little comfort plus a 35 foot walk outside to a shared bathroom, and no breakfast.Looking forward to spending another night at Ines Maria on the trip back north.

Fantastic experience ! Hotel staff very friendly and helpful

Seven delightful days and nights. I look foreward to returning there next year.

Nice hotel with lots of wood beams and decor. Tasty breakfast. Good location. Room a bit small but the bed was one of the most comfortable I have slept in.

The service was great, the rooms comfortable and we got a lot of great advice and travel arrangements from the owner

Beautiful Hostal with spacious, comfortable rooms. Great central location. Cathy the owner really looked after us and helped with lots of advice and tips.

Beautiful Hostal with spacious, comfortable rooms. Great central location. Cathy the owner really looked after us and helped with lots of advice and tips.

Hostel Ines Maria is not the Ritz. But, it is a very inexpensive and very nice hotel with a wonderful staff and management. It is located in the the city of Cuenca very close to many tourist attractions, restaurants and shopping areas. Juan and Cathy, the proprietors, go ABOVE and BEYOND in making their guests Happy, comfortable and welcome. Excellent food and table side service were the norm at breakfast each morning. Juan and Cathy did extra things for myself and Lairana, my Friend, that Iwe have never experienced in any other hotel we have stayed in throughout the world. It truly was a joy to spend five wonderful days with them and we hope to return one day to enjoy more of their wonderful hospitality

Great service, great breakfast(free), close to a public park, flower market, open retail market. Quiet, on a one-way street . Clean rooms every day, direct tv in rooms.

When I arrived they had no record of me being booked there. This was frustrating as I had just had a long drive from Guayaquil and wanted to go to my room. I don't speak Spanish which is my fault and I dont expect people to learn English just to cater to tourists, however when a problem like this arises it is very difficult to make yourself understood. The room was pretty but v small and it felt a bit like being in a kennel because the only window was to the inside of the building so it was claustrophobic. It was also very noisy as I was on the ground floor it sounded like there were a herd of buffaloes above me. I could also here everyones conversations. I didn't get up in time for breakfast so I cant comment on that. I also had to ring a buzzer to be let in whatever time of day it was and this felt like a hassle. I think the people who run and very nice and well intentioned. I do think it is overpriced what it offers. Perhaps the upstairs rooms were much better.

When I arrived they had no record of me being booked there. This was frustrating as I had just had a long drive from Guayaquil and wanted to go to my room. I don't speak Spanish which is my fault and I dont expect people to learn English just to cater to tourists, however when a problem like this arises it is very difficult to make yourself understood. The room was pretty but v small and it felt a bit like being in a kennel because the only window was to the inside of the building so it was claustrophobic. It was also very noisy as I was on the ground floor it sounded like there were a herd of buffaloes above me. I could also here everyones conversations. I didn't get up in time for breakfast so I cant comment on that. I also had to ring a buzzer to be let in whatever time of day it was and this felt like a hassle. I think the people who run and very nice and well intentioned. I do think it is overpriced what it offers. Perhaps the upstairs rooms were much better.

Wonderfully charming smaller hotel with delightful common areas to relax, clean comfortable rooms, a great breakfast and most of all , the fabulous staff who were very helpful to us during our stay ! The central location is very convenient for sightseeing.

Wonderfully charming smaller hotel with delightful common areas to relax, clean comfortable rooms, a great breakfast and most of all , the fabulous staff who were very helpful to us during our stay ! The central location is very convenient for sightseeing.

My husband and I stayed with two friends for 3 days at Hostel Inez Maria. We were very impressed with Juan and Cathy, the owners/managers. They provided excellent service and information in a relaxed, courteous and charming manner. They showed a concern for our comfort and well being at all times. The hotel staff were helpful and friendly and more than willing to answer any questions. The hotel itself is tastefully done and you felt like you were walking into a little oasis away from the city noise. Our bed and pillows were very comfortable and the shower, although compact, was hot and had lots of pressure. The breakfasts are individually prepared, with your choice of eggs/omelettes, toast, rolls, fresh fruit, fresh juices and excellent coffee. Defininitly not your standard hotel fare. If you like intimate hotels with character and personal service then this is the place for you.

My husband and I stayed with two friends for 3 days at Hostel Inez Maria. We were very impressed with Juan and Cathy, the owners/managers. They provided excellent service and information in a relaxed, courteous and charming manner. They showed a concern for our comfort and well being at all times. The hotel staff were helpful and friendly and more than willing to answer any questions. The hotel itself is tastefully done and you felt like you were walking into a little oasis away from the city noise. Our bed and pillows were very comfortable and the shower, although compact, was hot and had lots of pressure. The breakfasts are individually prepared, with your choice of eggs/omelettes, toast, rolls, fresh fruit, fresh juices and excellent coffee. Defininitly not your standard hotel fare. If you like intimate hotels with character and personal service then this is the place for you.