{"id":69958,"date":"2025-08-13T23:53:48","date_gmt":"2025-08-14T01:53:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/?p=69958"},"modified":"2025-09-12T15:28:03","modified_gmt":"2025-09-12T17:28:03","slug":"banos-de-cuenca-hot-springs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/banos-de-cuenca-hot-springs\/","title":{"rendered":"Ba\u00f1os de Cuenca: How to Visit the Hot Springs in Cuenca"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Ba\u00f1os de Cuenca is home to several accessible and rejuvenating hot springs. Just 20 minutes west of the city, these aguas termales emerge from a fault line known as Loma de los Hervideros. Naturally heated to around 75\u202f\u00b0C (167 \u00b0F), the water is cooled to a soothing 36\u201340\u202f\u00b0C (97-104 \u00b0F) before reaching the pools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With several aguas termales in Cuenca Ecuador to choose from, I wasn\u2019t sure which were worth visiting. So, with friends who live in Cuenca (and love hot springs as much as I do), we spent three days discovering the best of them, including one hidden gem you won\u2019t find in most guides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Along with practical tips, I\u2019ve included how to get to each of these hot springs and what to expect at each location so that you can choose the right experience for your trip. The thermal baths in Cuenca offer a quiet connection to the land\u2014heated by the earth, surrounded by mountains, and rich with minerals that locals have turned to for generations.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"771\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/piedra-de-agua-hot-springs-cuenca-ecuador-771x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Curved mineral pool at Piedra de Agua hot springs in Cuenca Ecuador, nestled among stone landscaping with views of the spa buildings and Andean hills.\" class=\"wp-image-69970\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/piedra-de-agua-hot-springs-cuenca-ecuador-771x1024.jpg 771w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/piedra-de-agua-hot-springs-cuenca-ecuador-376x500.jpg 376w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/piedra-de-agua-hot-springs-cuenca-ecuador-188x250.jpg 188w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/piedra-de-agua-hot-springs-cuenca-ecuador-768x1020.jpg 768w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/piedra-de-agua-hot-springs-cuenca-ecuador-1156x1536.jpg 1156w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/piedra-de-agua-hot-springs-cuenca-ecuador.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 771px) 100vw, 771px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_702bf0-06, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_702bf0-06[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_702bf0-06\"]{font-size:16px;line-height:21px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_702bf0-06 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_702bf0-06[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_702bf0-06\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_702bf0-06, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_702bf0-06[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_702bf0-06\"]{font-size:14px;line-height:19px;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_702bf0-06, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_702bf0-06[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_702bf0-06\"]{font-size:11px;line-height:15px;}}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading_702bf0-06 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-5-color has-text-color has-theme-palette-7-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_702bf0-06\"><em>This article may contain affiliate links. This means if you click a link on my website and make a purchase, <em>I earn a commission at no additional cost to you<\/em>. For full information, please see my <\/em><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/affiliate-disclosure\/\" target=\"_blank\"><em>disclaimer<\/em><\/a><em>&nbsp;here<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id69958_7c053a-c9 .kb-table-of-content-wrap{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id69958_7c053a-c9 .kb-table-of-contents-title-wrap{padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id69958_7c053a-c9 .kb-table-of-contents-title{font-weight:regular;font-style:normal;}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id69958_7c053a-c9 .kb-table-of-content-wrap .kb-table-of-content-list{font-weight:regular;font-style:normal;margin-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;}<\/style>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Piedra de Agua Hot Springs<\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column69958_7e8c83-2d > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:15px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:15px;padding-left:20px;}.kadence-column69958_7e8c83-2d > .kt-inside-inner-col{box-shadow:0px 9px 20px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);}.kadence-column69958_7e8c83-2d > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column69958_7e8c83-2d > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column69958_7e8c83-2d > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column69958_7e8c83-2d > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column69958_7e8c83-2d > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column69958_7e8c83-2d > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column69958_7e8c83-2d{position:relative;}.kadence-column69958_7e8c83-2d, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column69958_7e8c83-2d:not(.specificity){margin-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column69958_7e8c83-2d > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column69958_7e8c83-2d > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column69958_7e8c83-2d kb-section-dir-vertical inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kb-row-layout-id69958_7b32f8-f7 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id69958_7b32f8-f7 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id69958_7b32f8-f7 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:0px;padding-bottom:0px;grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id69958_7b32f8-f7 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id69958_7b32f8-f7 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id69958_7b32f8-f7 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id69958_7b32f8-f7 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column69958_cb861e-cf > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column69958_cb861e-cf > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column69958_cb861e-cf > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column69958_cb861e-cf > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column69958_cb861e-cf > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column69958_cb861e-cf > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column69958_cb861e-cf{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column69958_cb861e-cf > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column69958_cb861e-cf > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column69958_cb861e-cf\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><strong>\ud83d\udccd <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/SsDggCZLzFuiCxbZA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Map<\/a><br>\u231a <strong>Hours:<\/strong> Mon &#8211; Sat 7 am to 10 pm, Sun 7 am to 9 pm<br>\ud83d\udcb5 <strong>Price:<\/strong> $20+ USD, with 2 for 1 promotions on weekdays<br><strong>\u2668\ufe0f Avg Temp:<\/strong> ~ 40\u202f\u00b0C (104\u202f\u00b0F)<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If I could only visit one of the hot springs in Cuenca, it would be Piedra de Agua. The entire spa is built from striking red volcanic rock, from the walls around the pools to the cave-like interiors. It gives the place a warm, earthy feel as if the thermal baths have always been part of the spa.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"771\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/piedra-de-agua-hot-springs-cuenca-771x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Outdoor pools at Piedra de Agua in Ba\u00f1os de Cuenca, set against a rocky hillside with lush greenery and dramatic clouds in the background.\" class=\"wp-image-69969\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/piedra-de-agua-hot-springs-cuenca-771x1024.jpg 771w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/piedra-de-agua-hot-springs-cuenca-376x500.jpg 376w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/piedra-de-agua-hot-springs-cuenca-188x250.jpg 188w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/piedra-de-agua-hot-springs-cuenca-768x1020.jpg 768w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/piedra-de-agua-hot-springs-cuenca-1156x1536.jpg 1156w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/piedra-de-agua-hot-springs-cuenca.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 771px) 100vw, 771px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Piedra de Agua has three thermal pools, four contrasting hot-and-cold baths, and four steam baths. The pool at the back is the hottest, and its curved kidney shape creates small pockets that feel more private than a wide-open hot spring pool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>They offer 2 for 1 promotions throughout the week:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Spa Circuit<\/strong> \u2013 Mondays and Fridays, $40 for 2<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Underground Thermal Spa<\/strong> \u2013 Tuesdays and Thursday $70 for 2<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>General Entrance Fee<\/strong> \u2013 Monday to Friday $20 for 2<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Since my friends and I visited on a Monday, we chose the Spa Circuit which I&#8217;ve detailed below. My friends later returned to celebrate a birthday and said the Underground Thermal Spa was just as fabulous!<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"770\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/piedra-de-agua-hot-springs-banos-de-cuenca-ecuador-770x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Thermal pool at Piedra de Agua Cuenca, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas, with bright blue skies and peaceful garden surroundings.\" class=\"wp-image-69968\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/piedra-de-agua-hot-springs-banos-de-cuenca-ecuador-770x1024.jpg 770w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/piedra-de-agua-hot-springs-banos-de-cuenca-ecuador-376x500.jpg 376w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/piedra-de-agua-hot-springs-banos-de-cuenca-ecuador-188x250.jpg 188w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/piedra-de-agua-hot-springs-banos-de-cuenca-ecuador-768x1021.jpg 768w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/piedra-de-agua-hot-springs-banos-de-cuenca-ecuador-1155x1536.jpg 1155w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/piedra-de-agua-hot-springs-banos-de-cuenca-ecuador.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Spa Circuit at Piedra de Agua<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>At Piedra de Agua, a staff member guides each reservation through the package, timing it so that each group experiences the services privately. While we were waiting to begin, we started with the Turkish bath next to the lockers, which I highly recommend you do as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Then we were led to the outdoor mud baths. First up was an exfoliating, firming, mineral-rich red clay that we applied to our face and bodies. After a nice soak we moved to the second pool and applied a hydrating blue clay mixed with quartz. We ordered sparkling water to make sure we stayed hydrated while in the hot springs.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"769\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/cave-piedra-de-agua-hot-springs-cuenca-769x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Underground thermal baths at Piedra de Agua in Cuenca Ecuador, with candlelit rock walls and two mineral-rich hot spring pools (one hot and one cold) glowing in the warm cave light\" class=\"wp-image-69962\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/cave-piedra-de-agua-hot-springs-cuenca-769x1024.jpg 769w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/cave-piedra-de-agua-hot-springs-cuenca-376x500.jpg 376w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/cave-piedra-de-agua-hot-springs-cuenca-188x250.jpg 188w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/cave-piedra-de-agua-hot-springs-cuenca-768x1022.jpg 768w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/cave-piedra-de-agua-hot-springs-cuenca-1154x1536.jpg 1154w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/cave-piedra-de-agua-hot-springs-cuenca.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 769px) 100vw, 769px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Next came the underground hot and cold pools. The rock walls curved around us in natural shapes, glowing softly under the warm candlelight. Alternating between the plunge and the heat left me feeling both deeply relaxed and re-energized, as if my body had been reset.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column69958_cb4501-4d > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:15px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:15px;padding-left:20px;}.kadence-column69958_cb4501-4d > .kt-inside-inner-col{box-shadow:0px 9px 20px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);}.kadence-column69958_cb4501-4d > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column69958_cb4501-4d > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column69958_cb4501-4d > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column69958_cb4501-4d > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column69958_cb4501-4d > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column69958_cb4501-4d > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column69958_cb4501-4d{position:relative;}.kadence-column69958_cb4501-4d, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column69958_cb4501-4d:not(.specificity){margin-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column69958_cb4501-4d > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column69958_cb4501-4d > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column69958_cb4501-4d kb-section-dir-vertical inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kb-row-layout-id69958_76be52-91 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id69958_76be52-91 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id69958_76be52-91 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:0px;padding-bottom:0px;grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id69958_76be52-91 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id69958_76be52-91 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id69958_76be52-91 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id69958_76be52-91 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column69958_855187-ff > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column69958_855187-ff > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column69958_855187-ff > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column69958_855187-ff > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column69958_855187-ff > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column69958_855187-ff > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column69958_855187-ff{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column69958_855187-ff > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column69958_855187-ff > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column69958_855187-ff\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><strong>Love hot springs as much as I do?<\/strong> You don&#8217;t want to miss my guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/papallacta-hot-springs-quito\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"69768\">Papallacta Hotel Spa<\/a>, an easy day trip from Quito.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The circuit continued with steam boxes, which might feel like a tight fit if you\u2019re claustrophobic, though your head stays outside. Then we had free time to soak in all of the hot springs at the resort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Among the aguas termales in Cuenca, Piedra de Agua stands out for its design, atmosphere, and variety of experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Novaqua in Ba\u00f1os de Cuenca<\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column69958_6f4ce0-22 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:15px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:15px;padding-left:20px;}.kadence-column69958_6f4ce0-22 > .kt-inside-inner-col{box-shadow:0px 9px 20px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);}.kadence-column69958_6f4ce0-22 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column69958_6f4ce0-22 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column69958_6f4ce0-22 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column69958_6f4ce0-22 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column69958_6f4ce0-22 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column69958_6f4ce0-22 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column69958_6f4ce0-22{position:relative;}.kadence-column69958_6f4ce0-22, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column69958_6f4ce0-22:not(.specificity){margin-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column69958_6f4ce0-22 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column69958_6f4ce0-22 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column69958_6f4ce0-22 kb-section-dir-vertical inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kb-row-layout-id69958_7b03fb-6b > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id69958_7b03fb-6b > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id69958_7b03fb-6b > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:0px;padding-bottom:0px;grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id69958_7b03fb-6b > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id69958_7b03fb-6b > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id69958_7b03fb-6b > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id69958_7b03fb-6b alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column69958_571360-ff > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column69958_571360-ff > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column69958_571360-ff > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column69958_571360-ff > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column69958_571360-ff > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column69958_571360-ff > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column69958_571360-ff{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column69958_571360-ff > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column69958_571360-ff > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column69958_571360-ff\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><strong>\ud83d\udccd <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/BCn2FHbf7Eibmawe7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Map<\/a><br>\u231a <strong>Hours:<\/strong> Wed &#8211; Sat 7 am to 10 pm, Sun 7 am to 7 pm, Mon 8 am to 10 pm, Tues 2 pm to 10 pm<br>\ud83d\udcb5 <strong>Price:<\/strong> $18+ USD<br><strong>\u2668\ufe0f Avg Temp:<\/strong> 38 &#8211; 40\u202f\u00b0C (100 &#8211; 104\u202f\u00b0F)<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Novaqua is another popular choice for hot springs in Ba\u00f1os de Cuenca. It\u2019s a peaceful, adults-only setting designed for relaxation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"731\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/novaqua-hot-springs-banos-de-cuenca-ecuador-1024x731.jpg\" alt=\"Outdoor hot spring pool at Novaqua in Cuenca Ecuador, with guests lounging under yellow umbrellas and enjoying the mineral-rich waters beneath cloudy skies.\" class=\"wp-image-69965\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/novaqua-hot-springs-banos-de-cuenca-ecuador-1024x731.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/novaqua-hot-springs-banos-de-cuenca-ecuador-700x500.jpg 700w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/novaqua-hot-springs-banos-de-cuenca-ecuador-250x179.jpg 250w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/novaqua-hot-springs-banos-de-cuenca-ecuador-768x548.jpg 768w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/novaqua-hot-springs-banos-de-cuenca-ecuador.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The main thermal area consists of a large outside hot spring pool surrounded by tables and chairs as well as a small grassy area with loungers. While the pool is more communal than cozy, it&#8217;s still a good spot to unwind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you arrive you\u2019ll need to decide which package to choose. I\u2019ve detailed the two most popular below. The others include mini spa treatments and\/or dinner from the restaurant.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-table-container69958_a9a55a-54{max-width:59%;overflow-x:auto;}.kb-table-container .kb-table69958_a9a55a-54 th{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);text-align:center;}.kb-table-container .kb-table69958_a9a55a-54 td{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);text-align:left;}<\/style><div class=\"kb-table-container kb-table-container69958_a9a55a-54 wp-block-kadence-table\"><table class=\"kb-table kb-table69958_a9a55a-54\">\n<tr class=\"kb-table-row kb-table-row69958_42835e-88\">\n<th class=\"kb-table-data kb-table-data69958_3941cd-66\">\n\n<p><strong>Basic <\/strong>Package<\/p>\n\n<\/69958_3941cd-66>\n\n<th class=\"kb-table-data kb-table-data69958_94e153-5f\">\n\n<p><strong>Thermal Relax Package<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<\/69958_94e153-5f>\n<\/tr>\n\n<tr class=\"kb-table-row kb-table-row69958_69c144-cd\">\n<td class=\"kb-table-data kb-table-data69958_84c353-8d\">\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Main hot spring pool<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Turkish bath<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hot-cold contrasting pools<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/69958_84c353-8d>\n\n<td class=\"kb-table-data kb-table-data69958_a68539-a7\">\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Basic Package, plus<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dry sauna<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Steam box<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cave-like mud room<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/69958_a68539-a7>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"769\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/mud-bath-novaqua-hot-springs-cuenca-769x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Private stone soaking pool inside a natural cave at Novaqua thermal baths, surrounded by mineral-streaked rock walls and a rustic stone bench.\" class=\"wp-image-69963\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/mud-bath-novaqua-hot-springs-cuenca-769x1024.jpg 769w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/mud-bath-novaqua-hot-springs-cuenca-375x500.jpg 375w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/mud-bath-novaqua-hot-springs-cuenca-188x250.jpg 188w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/mud-bath-novaqua-hot-springs-cuenca-768x1023.jpg 768w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/mud-bath-novaqua-hot-springs-cuenca-1153x1536.jpg 1153w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/mud-bath-novaqua-hot-springs-cuenca.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 769px) 100vw, 769px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The Thermal Relax package also includes access to herbal tea inside the restaurant and a snack of coffee with an empanadas de viento &#8211; a traditional food of Ecuador, filled with cheese and puffed up with air when fried.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id69958_eb5d6c-ea > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id69958_eb5d6c-ea > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id69958_eb5d6c-ea > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}.kb-row-layout-id69958_eb5d6c-ea > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id69958_eb5d6c-ea > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id69958_eb5d6c-ea > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id69958_eb5d6c-ea alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-2-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column69958_3cc886-58 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column69958_3cc886-58 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column69958_3cc886-58 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column69958_3cc886-58 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column69958_3cc886-58 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column69958_3cc886-58 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column69958_3cc886-58{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column69958_3cc886-58 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column69958_3cc886-58 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column69958_3cc886-58\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/novaqua-hot-springs-banos-de-cuenca-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Welcoming reception area at Novaqua in Ba\u00f1os de Cuenca, with wicker armchairs, stone walls, and soft pendant lighting behind the check-in counter.\" class=\"wp-image-69964\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/novaqua-hot-springs-banos-de-cuenca-768x1023.jpg 768w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/novaqua-hot-springs-banos-de-cuenca-375x500.jpg 375w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/novaqua-hot-springs-banos-de-cuenca-188x250.jpg 188w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/novaqua-hot-springs-banos-de-cuenca-1153x1536.jpg 1153w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/novaqua-hot-springs-banos-de-cuenca.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column69958_42d3eb-06 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column69958_42d3eb-06 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column69958_42d3eb-06 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column69958_42d3eb-06 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column69958_42d3eb-06 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column69958_42d3eb-06 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column69958_42d3eb-06{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column69958_42d3eb-06 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column69958_42d3eb-06 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column69958_42d3eb-06\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"769\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/bathroom-novaqua-hot-springs-cuenca-769x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Stylish vanity area at Novaqua hot springs in Cuenca Ecuador, featuring two oval mirrors with warm backlighting, bronze vessel sinks, hanging bamboo lanterns, and climbing greenery.\" class=\"wp-image-69961\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/bathroom-novaqua-hot-springs-cuenca-769x1024.jpg 769w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/bathroom-novaqua-hot-springs-cuenca-376x500.jpg 376w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/bathroom-novaqua-hot-springs-cuenca-188x250.jpg 188w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/bathroom-novaqua-hot-springs-cuenca-768x1022.jpg 768w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/bathroom-novaqua-hot-springs-cuenca-1154x1536.jpg 1154w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/bathroom-novaqua-hot-springs-cuenca.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 769px) 100vw, 769px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p>You&#8217;ll receive a robe upon entry and use the modern changing area with lockers. For the locker key, you\u2019ll need to provide an ID. 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mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading69958_219a13-7d, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading69958_219a13-7d[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading69958_219a13-7d\"]{font-size:16px;line-height:1.5;}}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading69958_219a13-7d wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading69958_219a13-7d\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/markets-cuenca-shopping\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"70160\">Best Markets in Cuenca for Food and Shopping<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Termas Pumamaqui<\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column69958_722135-d7 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:15px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:15px;padding-left:20px;}.kadence-column69958_722135-d7 > .kt-inside-inner-col{box-shadow:0px 9px 20px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);}.kadence-column69958_722135-d7 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column69958_722135-d7 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column69958_722135-d7 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column69958_722135-d7 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column69958_722135-d7 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column69958_722135-d7 > 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class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column69958_722135-d7 kb-section-dir-vertical inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kb-row-layout-id69958_547cab-37 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id69958_547cab-37 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id69958_547cab-37 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:0px;padding-bottom:0px;grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id69958_547cab-37 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id69958_547cab-37 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id69958_547cab-37 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id69958_547cab-37 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column69958_611b57-c9 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column69958_611b57-c9 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column69958_611b57-c9 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column69958_611b57-c9 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column69958_611b57-c9 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column69958_611b57-c9 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column69958_611b57-c9{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column69958_611b57-c9 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column69958_611b57-c9 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column69958_611b57-c9\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><strong>\ud83d\udccd <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/U2gb8SqHYmoWawXM9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Map<\/a><br>\u231a <strong>Hours:<\/strong> Sat and Sun 9 am to 6 pm. Contact for weekday availability.<br>\ud83d\udcb5 <strong>Price: <\/strong>$20\/pp group of 4+, $25\/pp 1-3<br><strong>\u2668\ufe0f Avg Temp:<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking for private hot springs near Cuenca, Termas Pumamaqui offers a completely different experience. Located about 30 minutes past Ba\u00f1os de Cuenca, the drive alone is worth the trip. It winds through the dramatic highland scenery along the backside of Cajas National Park.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"759\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/pumamaqui-hot-springs-cuenca-1024x759.jpg\" alt=\"Scenic view of the thermal baths at Termas Pumamaqui in Cuenca Ecuador, with a stone-edged hot spring pool beside a rushing river and lush Andean mountains in the background.\" class=\"wp-image-69972\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/pumamaqui-hot-springs-cuenca-1024x759.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/pumamaqui-hot-springs-cuenca-675x500.jpg 675w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/pumamaqui-hot-springs-cuenca-250x185.jpg 250w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/pumamaqui-hot-springs-cuenca-768x569.jpg 768w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/pumamaqui-hot-springs-cuenca.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>These thermal baths sit alongside a river near the town of Soldados, surrounded by peaceful nature and cool mountain air. There are two hot spring pools built of stone, both rustic and scenic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The second pool felt slightly hotter, with a few areas where you could feel the heat rising straight from the bottom. We were able to eat our included snack (a slice of pizza and a cup of herbal tea) while soaking, though there\u2019s also a small enclosed space with tables if you prefer to dry off first.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"840\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/pumamaqui-aguas-termales-cuenca-1024x840.jpg\" alt=\"Stone steps path leading to the Pumamaqui hot springs in Cuenca. Bright green succulents line the path with a vibrant turquoise gate at the top. On the left is a small restaurant with a large glass window.\" class=\"wp-image-69971\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/pumamaqui-aguas-termales-cuenca-1024x840.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/pumamaqui-aguas-termales-cuenca-610x500.jpg 610w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/pumamaqui-aguas-termales-cuenca-250x205.jpg 250w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/pumamaqui-aguas-termales-cuenca-768x630.jpg 768w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/pumamaqui-aguas-termales-cuenca.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>To visit Aguas Termales Pumamaqui, you\u2019ll need to reserve in advance (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/TermasPumamaqui\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">FB page<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/termas_pumamaqui\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Instagram<\/a>). Each two-hour time slot gives you exclusive access to the hot springs, making it a great option for couples or small groups. I recommend going during the day or late afternoon. When we visited at night it was a bit chilly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Get to Pumamaqui Hot Springs From Cuenca<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Since we were a group of four, we hired a local driver to take us to Pumamaqui, wait, and drive us back. The cost was $40 USD which I think is manageable when you can split it with a group. Otherwise you would need to rent a car in Cuenca and drive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-theme-palette-7-background-color has-background\"><strong>Tip<\/strong> &#8211; Since we were a little early, we asked our driver to stop at this restaurant on the way. We ate dessert and had a cocktail. Although I don\u2019t usually like mixing wellness and alcohol, it was a fun stop and it could easily be a stop on the way back instead.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column69958_b1809c-79 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:15px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:15px;padding-left:20px;}.kadence-column69958_b1809c-79 > .kt-inside-inner-col{box-shadow:0px 9px 20px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);}.kadence-column69958_b1809c-79 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column69958_b1809c-79 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column69958_b1809c-79 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column69958_b1809c-79 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column69958_b1809c-79 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column69958_b1809c-79 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column69958_b1809c-79{position:relative;}.kadence-column69958_b1809c-79, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column69958_b1809c-79:not(.specificity){margin-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column69958_b1809c-79 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column69958_b1809c-79 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column69958_b1809c-79 kb-section-dir-vertical inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kb-row-layout-id69958_c2bab0-a9 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id69958_c2bab0-a9 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id69958_c2bab0-a9 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:0px;padding-bottom:0px;grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id69958_c2bab0-a9 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id69958_c2bab0-a9 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id69958_c2bab0-a9 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id69958_c2bab0-a9 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column69958_3793fa-e7 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column69958_3793fa-e7 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column69958_3793fa-e7 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column69958_3793fa-e7 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column69958_3793fa-e7 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column69958_3793fa-e7 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column69958_3793fa-e7{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column69958_3793fa-e7 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column69958_3793fa-e7 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column69958_3793fa-e7\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><strong>Love nature?<\/strong> You&#8217;ll want to read these next:<br><a href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/things-to-do-in-banos-ecuador\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"69848\">Ba\u00f1os Ecuador: Things to Do, Hot Springs + More<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/mindo-cloud-forest-ecuador\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"69740\">Mindo Cloud Forest<\/a> (one of my favorite places in Ecuador)<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Get to Ba\u00f1os de Cuenca<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ba\u00f1os de Cuenca is about 8 miles (13 km) west of Cuenca Ecuador. If you&#8217;re traveling solo or on a budget, you can catch a local bus from Terminal Terrestre in Cuenca. Just look for one headed toward Ba\u00f1os or ask for help at the terminal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since we were a group of four, it made more sense to split the cost of a taxi. The ride took about 20 minutes and cost $3-4 each way, which is well worth the convenience especially once you consider traveling to the bus station.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Visit the Aguas Termales in Cuenca?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Soaking in natural hot springs isn\u2019t just relaxing. It\u2019s long been considered a therapeutic practice. These mineral-rich waters can support both physical and mental wellness.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"770\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/piedra-de-agua-hot-springs-banos-de-cuenca-1024x770.jpg\" alt=\"Close-up of the turquoise thermal waters at Piedra de Agua in Cuenca Ecuador, framed by volcanic rock and tropical plants near the pool\u2019s edge.\" class=\"wp-image-69967\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/piedra-de-agua-hot-springs-banos-de-cuenca-1024x770.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/piedra-de-agua-hot-springs-banos-de-cuenca-665x500.jpg 665w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/piedra-de-agua-hot-springs-banos-de-cuenca-250x188.jpg 250w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/piedra-de-agua-hot-springs-banos-de-cuenca-768x577.jpg 768w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/piedra-de-agua-hot-springs-banos-de-cuenca.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>When you soak in these thermal waters, your body temperature rises slightly, improving circulation and oxygenation while helping to eliminate toxins. The warmth also helps relax tight muscles, ease joint stiffness, and calm the nervous system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The hot springs in Cuenca contain minerals like calcium, potassium, magnesium, and sulfur.&nbsp; Whether you&#8217;re soaking to unwind or support recovery, regular use of thermal baths may help with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Chronic pain and joint inflammation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Circulatory and respiratory support<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stress reduction and better sleep<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Skin issues like eczema or psoriasis<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Benefits of a Turkish Bath<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>At both Novaqua and Piedra de Agua, the Turkish-style steam baths offer another layer of wellness. Steam can improve metabolic functions, open the respiratory system, and promote lymphatic flow. It\u2019s also a gentle way to prepare the body for other treatments, like contrasting pools or clay masks, by relaxing the muscles and softening the skin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Benefits of Natural Clay Masks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Cuenca hot springs often feature volcanic clay treatments thanks to their rich mineral content. The clay not only exfoliates and nourishes the skin, but may also help with detoxification and calming inflammation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Wrapping Up Your Ba\u00f1os de Cuenca Visit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ba\u00f1os de Cuenca is more than just a place to relax. These mineral-rich hot springs in Cuenca support wellness and recovery, whether you visit Piedra de Agua Spa or the private aguas termales tucked into the Andean landscape.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It doesn&#8217;t matter if you\u2019re soaking for health or peace of mind, it\u2019s hard not to leave feeling grounded, refreshed, and ready to keep exploring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ba\u00f1os de Cuenca is home to several accessible and rejuvenating hot springs. Just 20 minutes west of the city, these aguas termales emerge from a fault line known as Loma de los Hervideros. Naturally heated to around 75\u202f\u00b0C (167 \u00b0F), the water is cooled to a soothing 36\u201340\u202f\u00b0C (97-104 \u00b0F) before reaching the pools. 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