Estudio Sampere Cuenca, Ecuador 
Hermano Miguel 3-43 (Escalinata) y Calle Larga - No zip Cuenca - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- The school is located in an area that is, in itself, a museum with lots of traditional bakeries and artisanal workshops.
- Free Ecuadorian coffee and herbal tea.
- Small class sizes
- Every afternoon free organized leisure activities for adults
- Excellent rating of teaching quality5
- Top rated school facilities4.5
- Cuenca is one of the top destinations our students liked most
What we dislike about the school
- Cancellation fees for students having to cancel due to visa rejection.
- Class time is shorter than in other schools at 45 minutes per lesson.
Location: Estudio Sampere Cuenca is located in the Ecuadorian cultural capital of Cuenca. The school is housed in between the old and new parts of the city, in a 20th-century red brick building overlooking the Tomebamba river. Estudio Sampere Cuenca is surrounded by beautiful buildings and has many attractions such as the Puente Roto, the ruins of Pumapungo and several museums close by. There are also many shops, gardens, restaurants and supermarkets in the area, ensuring that students have all they may need to feel comfortable during their time in the city. The Mariscal Lamar International Airport is 3km from the school, permitting all international arrivals and departures to be made with ease.
Course selection: Course selection is varied, with something available for students of all levels. Lessons can be taught in groups or privately, with combination programmes readily available. The school offers Spanish & Volunteering programmes, 4-week Medical programmes for medical professionals who would like to shadow a local doctor, and all-inclusive Travel & Study programmes which allow students to study Spanish whilst travelling through the local mountain ranges and coastlines.
School facilities: The school's facilities offer everything students may need to reach their language goals from a comfortable and motivating atmosphere. All classrooms have ample natural light to create an optimal learning environment. The school also has its very own garden and offers free coffee and WIFI.
Accommodation: Accommodation available through the school includes hotels, homestay and apartments, many of which offer double or twin rooms for students travelling together.
School chain: Estudio Sempere is a family-owned business that has been teaching Spanish to the highest of standards for over 65 years. The group has several schools internationally, including destinations in Cuba, Ecuador and multiple locations throughout Spain.
Staff at Sampere are predominantly native speakers with high levels of experience, qualifications and enthusiasm.
With such a vast amount of experience, Estudio Sampere consistently strives to be at the forefront of teaching and student care, pushing boundaries, methodologies and student interaction along the way. Course selection varies between school locations, yet frequently programmes are available for Senior, Junior and Teachers specifically.
This family-owned business runs on the enthusiasm and passion to share the Spanish language with the world, bringing together cultures whilst enjoying top quality tuition and student care.
Spanish Courses
General Language
Intensive Course
20 lessons per week | 6 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$225$214 / week More
Intensive Course
20 lessons per week | 6 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
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FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 225 214 | 400 380 | 575 547 | 750 713 | 915 870 | 1,080 1,026 | 1,245 1,183 | 1,410 1,340 | 1,575 1,497 | 1,740 1,653 | 2,070 1,967 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:00 - 11:15
Afternoon: 15:00 - 18:15 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 6 / Average: 5
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
Student reviews about "Intensive Course" at Estudio Sampere
Heather Libera De
"Excellent, I need to turn and stay longer!"
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Intensive Plus Course (20 Group + 10 Individual)30 lessons per week | 6 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$320$304 / week More
Intensive Plus Course (20 Group + 10 Individual)
30 lessons per week | 6 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
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$320$304 / week
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FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 320 304 | 590 561 | 860 817 | 1,130 1,074 | 1,390 1,321 | 1,650 1,568 | 1,910 1,815 | 2,170 2,062 | 2,430 2,309 | 2,690 2,556 | 3,210 3,050 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 13:15 - 18:15 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 6 / Average: 5
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
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Intensive Plus Course (20 Group + 5 Individual)25 lessons per week | 6 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$275$262 / week More
Intensive Plus Course (20 Group + 5 Individual)
25 lessons per week | 6 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
$275$262 / week
More
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 275 262 | 500 475 | 725 689 | 950 903 | 1,165 1,107 | 1,380 1,311 | 1,595 1,516 | 1,810 1,720 | 2,025 1,924 | 2,240 2,128 | 2,670 2,537 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
20 group language lessons plus 5 one-on-one lessons per week.
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 5 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:00 - 12:15
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:15 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 6 / Average: 5
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
Student reviews about "Intensive Plus Course (20 Group + 5 Individual)" at Estudio Sampere
Deborah
"I loved Estudio Sampere, the teachers, and Cuenca. I met many kind people in the parks, American and Ecuatoriana. I keep in contact with them.
My host family took me hiking and out after dark for Corpus Cristi. Cuenca loves dogs, and I could relate to that. My hostess sat with me while I ate breakfast and dinner every night. I wandered into shops and restaurants after class and everyone gave me the time of day. "
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Living the Andean Roots Programme20 lessons per week | 6 students (max)Offer!from$1,480$1,443 / week Includes accommodationMore
Living the Andean Roots Programme
20 lessons per week | 6 students (max)
Offer!from
$1,480$1,443 / week
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FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 1,480 1,443 | 2,155 2,102 |
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- Starting dates
- 2026: 17 May 2026, 31 May 2026, 07 Jun 2026, 21 Jun 2026, 05 Jul 2026, 19 Jul 2026
Prices
- Course price includes accommodation
- Homestay, Single room, Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15 - Possible course durations
- 1, 2 weeks
- Students per class
- Maximum: 6 / Average: 5
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
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Online
Online One-to-One 1010 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$160$152 / week More
Online One-to-One 10
10 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
$160$152 / week
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FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 160 152 | 320 304 | 480 456 | 640 608 | 800 760 | 960 912 | 1,120 1,064 | 1,280 1,216 | 1,440 1,368 | 1,600 1,520 | 1,920 1,824 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 2 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:00 - 18:15 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
Additional information for all courses
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Online One-to-One 1515 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$230$219 / week More
Online One-to-One 15
15 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
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$230$219 / week
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FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 230 219 | 460 437 | 690 656 | 920 874 | 1,150 1,093 | 1,380 1,311 | 1,610 1,530 | 1,840 1,748 | 2,070 1,967 | 2,300 2,185 | 2,760 2,622 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 3 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:00 - 18:15 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
Additional information for all courses
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Online One-to-One 2020 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$300$285 / week More
Online One-to-One 20
20 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
$300$285 / week
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FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 300 285 | 600 570 | 900 855 | 1,200 1,140 | 1,500 1,425 | 1,800 1,710 | 2,100 1,995 | 2,400 2,280 | 2,700 2,565 | 3,000 2,850 | 3,600 3,420 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:00 - 18:15 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
Additional information for all courses
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Online One-to-One 2525 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$350$333 / week More
Online One-to-One 25
25 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
$350$333 / week
More
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 350 333 | 700 665 | 1,050 998 | 1,400 1,330 | 1,750 1,663 | 2,100 1,995 | 2,450 2,328 | 2,800 2,660 | 3,150 2,993 | 3,500 3,325 | 4,200 3,990 |
See Availability
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 5 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:00 - 18:15 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
Additional information for all courses
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Online One-to-One 55 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$90$86 / week More
Online One-to-One 5
5 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
$90$86 / week
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FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 90 86 | 180 171 | 270 257 | 360 342 | 450 428 | 540 513 | 630 599 | 720 684 | 810 770 | 900 855 | 1,080 1,026 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 1 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:00 - 18:15 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
Additional information for all courses
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Private
One-to-One 1010 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$160$152 / week More
One-to-One 10
10 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
$160$152 / week
More
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 160 152 | 320 304 | 480 456 | 640 608 | 800 760 | 960 912 | 1,120 1,064 | 1,280 1,216 | 1,440 1,368 | 1,600 1,520 | 1,920 1,824 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 2 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:00 - 18:15 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
Additional information for all courses
See Availability
One-to-One 1515 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$230$219 / week More
One-to-One 15
15 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
$230$219 / week
More
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 230 219 | 460 437 | 690 656 | 920 874 | 1,150 1,093 | 1,380 1,311 | 1,610 1,530 | 1,840 1,748 | 2,070 1,967 | 2,300 2,185 | 2,760 2,622 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 3 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:00 - 18:15 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
Additional information for all courses
See Availability
One-to-One 2020 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$300$285 / week More
One-to-One 20
20 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
$300$285 / week
More
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 300 285 | 600 570 | 900 855 | 1,200 1,140 | 1,500 1,425 | 1,800 1,710 | 2,100 1,995 | 2,400 2,280 | 2,700 2,565 | 3,000 2,850 | 3,600 3,420 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:00 - 18:15 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
Additional information for all courses
See Availability
One-to-One 2525 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$350$333 / week More
One-to-One 25
25 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
$350$333 / week
More
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 350 333 | 700 665 | 1,050 998 | 1,400 1,330 | 1,750 1,663 | 2,100 1,995 | 2,450 2,328 | 2,800 2,660 | 3,150 2,993 | 3,500 3,325 | 4,200 3,990 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 5 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:00 - 18:15 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
Additional information for all courses
See Availability
One-to-One 55 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$90$86 / week More
One-to-One 5
5 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
$90$86 / week
More
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 90 86 | 180 171 | 270 257 | 360 342 | 450 428 | 540 513 | 630 599 | 720 684 | 810 770 | 900 855 | 1,080 1,026 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 1 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:00 - 18:15 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
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Work & Study
Spanish & Volunteer20 lessons per week | 6 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$188$179 / week More
Spanish & Volunteer
20 lessons per week | 6 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
$188$179 / week
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FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 750 713 | 915 870 | 1,080 1,026 | 1,245 1,183 | 1,410 1,340 | 1,575 1,497 | 1,740 1,653 | 2,070 1,967 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Volunteer fee: USD 150
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:00 - 11:15
Afternoon: 15:00 - 18:15 - Possible course durations
- 4-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 6 / Average: 5
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
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Business
Salud Program - With Accommodation20 lessons per week | 6 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$613$598 / week Includes accommodationMore
Salud Program - With Accommodation
20 lessons per week | 6 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
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$613$598 / week
Includes accommodation
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FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 4 |
|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 2,450 2,389 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Donation: USD 150
Prices
- Course price includes accommodation
- Homestay, Single room, Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:00 - 11:15
Afternoon: 15:00 - 18:15 - Possible course durations
- 4 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 6 / Average: 5
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
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Salud Program - Without Accommodation20 lessons per week | 6 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$413$393 / week More
Salud Program - Without Accommodation
20 lessons per week | 6 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
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$413$393 / week
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FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 4 |
|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 1,650 1,568 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Donation: USD 150
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:00 - 11:15
Afternoon: 15:00 - 18:15 - Possible course durations
- 4 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 6 / Average: 5
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
Additional information for all courses
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Our prices for Estudio Sampere include
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED For adult courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program
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Hiking2/28
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Sites4/28
Learning at Estudio Sampere5/28
Excursions 6/28
Market7/28
Nature8/28
Estudio Sampere lesson9/28
Group photo10/28
Learning about art11/28
Admiring the view12/28
Snacks13/28
walking tour14/28
Traditions15/28
Seeing Cuenca16/28
Enjoying the city17/28
Studying at Estudio Sampere18/28
Excursions in Cuenca19/28
Refreshments at Estudio Sampere20/28
Happy students 21/28
Exploring Cuenca22/28
Estudio Sampere students23/28
Estudio Sampere entrance24/28
Horseback riding 25/28
Animals in Cuenca26/28
Hiking in Cuenca27/28
Estudio Sampere building28/28
Student opinions about Estudio Sampere, Cuenca
4.7
Overall school rating of
Estudio Sampere, Cuenca
Estudio Sampere, Cuenca
4 authentic ratings from students who booked with us
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Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Andre
76 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Very professional teachers.”
“Courses start too early.”
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Course: Intensive Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 2. Mar. 2026
Abraham
56 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Our course was only five days long. The instructors are skilled at identifying and focusing on appropriate areas of learning instruction.”
“There seemed to be only two of us students. So I guess we didn’t have critical mass for any afternoon or evening optional social activities to be offered.”
Insider tip: “Students should stay nearby. The Casa Merced hotel was nice.”
Other comments: Great building. Good uncluttered and quiet environment for learning. They were also generous with their coffee.
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Course: Intensive Plus Course (20 Group + 5 Individual) - 1 week
Review date: 24. Mar. 2025
Heather Libera De
62 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The patience of the tutors! They certainly are experienced with beginning Spanish language learners. The lessons were well-crafted to my needs and engaging. The school is beautifully maintained and furnished.”
“I cannot think of anything!!”
Quality of teaching / language progress: Excellent, I need to turn and stay longer!
Other comments: An excellent school for learning the Spanish language while having beautiful the World Heritage Centre of Cuenca to explore and enjoy.
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Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
Review date: 13. Oct. 2023
Deborah
Overall rating
5.0
“The comfortable building, the efficient of the secretary, my teachers.”
“There was no milk for the coffee, lol.”
Insider tip: “Hotel Victoria, Cherimoya from the street ladies, Pumipunga Museum.”
Quality of teaching / language progress: I loved Estudio Sampere, the teachers, and Cuenca. I met many kind people in the parks, American and Ecuatoriana. I keep in contact with them.
My host family took me hiking and out after dark for Corpus Cristi. Cuenca loves dogs, and I could relate to that. My hostess sat with me while I ate breakfast and dinner every night. I wandered into shops and restaurants after class and everyone gave me the time of day.
Other comments: My teachers moved me down a few levels, but it was ok to review. I resolved confusions and left more confident. It didn't matter that I was an older student.
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Course: Intensive Plus Course (20 Group + 5 Individual) - 2 weeks
Review date: 20. Jun. 2022
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Estudio Sampere
- Accreditations and Quality seals
- Spanish teacher qualifications
- 100% hold a university degree100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
- Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
- Student gender mix
- 50% male / 50% female
- Offer for returning students
- When you book here, you will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you have already attended a course previously at Estudio Sampere.
- Year of school foundation
- 1995
General school facilities
Garden
Free coffee
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Paid parking (<500m)
Classroom equipment
Air conditioning in some classrooms
Heating in most classrooms
Ample natural light in some classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 7
- Number of public PC workstations: 1
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| USA | 25% |
| Germany | 13% |
| Switzerland | 10% |
| England | 7% |
| Other nationalities | 45% |
Age of students
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 0% |
| 18-24 years | 35% |
| 25-34 years | 30% |
| 35-50 years | 20% |
| >50 years | 15% |
The average age outside summer is 9 years higher than in summer.
- Average number of students
- In summer: 30Throughout the year: 15
- Minimum age of students
- 16 years
- Average number of levels
- Adult courses In summer: 5Adult courses Throughout the year: 5Junior courses In summer: 1Junior courses Throughout the year: 1
- Average age of students
- In summer: 25 yearsThroughout the year: 34 years
Information for all courses offered by Estudio Sampere
- Lesson duration
- 45 minutes
- School's administrative fee
- $35
- Course material
- Generally course material is distributed free to students but has to be returned to the school at end of course.
- Comments about courses
To reach Cuenca from abroad one must first travel to Quito or Guayaquil and then take another flight to Cuenca from Quito or ground transportation from Guayaquil.
- Days without class
- In 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2026 - 04 Jan 2026, 16 Feb 2026, 03 Apr 2026, 01 May 2026, 25 May 2026, 10 Aug 2026, 09 Oct 2026, 02 Nov 2026, 03 Nov 2026, 19 Dec 2026 - 31 Dec 2026.In 2027 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2027 - 04 Jan 2027, 16 Feb 2027, 03 Apr 2027, 01 May 2027, 25 May 2027, 10 Aug 2027, 09 Oct 2027, 02 Nov 2027, 03 Nov 2027, 19 Dec 2027 - 31 Dec 2027.School policy regarding bank holidays:Private classes are recuperated or refunded. Same as for nearly all language schools, group classes falling on bank holiday are not refunded and not recuperated. - Level test
- A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.
Lessons needed per Spanish language level
The data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.
Accommodation
Homestay 
In high demand!
2 ratings Single room, Breakfast, lunch & dinner 
Shared bathroom
from
$200/ week Show more
Homestay
In high demand!
2 ratings
Single room, Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Shared bathroom
from
$200/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in $ | 200 | 400 | 600 | 800 | 1000 | 1200 | 1400 | 1600 | 2000 | 2400 | 200 |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in $ |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Special diet supplement: EUR 25 per week.
3 nights plus will be charged at full price per week.
- Check-in
- Sunday
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Price extra night
- $35 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Includes
- Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast, lunch & dinner.
- Minimum age of students
- 16
- Maximum age of students
- 99
Student reviews about Homestay
Heather Libera De
"It was a perfect match - we were about the same age. My hostess gave the best hospitality and her home was so beautiful and comfortable. Her cooking was so delicious and we had enriching conversations.
Deborah
"I could not take a hot shower until I felt comfortable using the family bathroom. The shower in my bathroom only had cold water, so I used wipes, went to the hot springs, and stayed in a hotel the first week.
The food was not interesting so I only ate a simple breakfast and dinner. I ate lunch in a bar or cafe everyday.
Homestay
2 ratings Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Shared bathroom
from
$170/ week Show more
Homestay
2 ratings
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Shared bathroom
from
$170/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in $ | 170 | 340 | 510 | 680 | 850 | 1020 | 1190 | 1360 | 1700 | 2040 | 170 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in $ |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Special diet supplement: EUR 25 per week.
3 nights plus will be charged at full price per week.
- Check-in
- Sunday
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Price extra night
- $35 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
- Includes
- Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast, lunch & dinner.
- Minimum age of students
- 16
- Maximum age of students
- 99
Apartment Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
$300/ week Show more
Apartment
Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
$300/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in $ | 300 | 500 | 750 | 910 | 1160 | 1410 | 1660 | 1910 | 2410 | 2910 | 250 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in $ |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per room
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per room
- Check-in
- Sunday
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Private bathroom
- Included
- Average distance from school
- 20 minutes walking.
- Includes
- TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Private bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
- Maximum age of students
- 99
No extra nights bookable
Hotel Single room, Breakfast
Private bathroom
from
$450/ week Show more
Hotel
Single room, Breakfast
Private bathroom
from
$450/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in $ | 450 | 900 | 1350 | 1800 | 2250 | 2700 | 3150 | 3600 | 4500 | 5400 | 450 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in $ |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Taxes are included.
- Check-in
- Sunday
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Price extra night
- $90 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Private bathroom
- Included
- Average distance from school
- 20 minutes walking.
- Includes
- TV, Phone, Daily cleaning, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
- Maximum age of students
- 99
Hotel Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast
Private bathroom
from
$290/ week Show more
Hotel
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast
Private bathroom
from
$290/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in $ | 290 | 580 | 870 | 1160 | 1450 | 1740 | 2030 | 2320 | 2900 | 3480 | 290 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in $ |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Taxes are included.
- Check-in
- Sunday
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Price extra night
- $90 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
- Private bathroom
- Included
- Average distance from school
- 20 minutes walking.
- Includes
- TV, Phone, Daily cleaning, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
- Maximum age of students
- 99
Questions and answers about Estudio Sampere
Are cultural and tourist activities offered?
“Regarding the activities, at our school in Cuenca, we offer students various cultural and social activities to complement their Spanish classes. Some of the most popular options include: dance classes, Ecuadorian cooking classes, Visits to the city's museums, and a Pottery workshop. In addition, we organise excursions to interesting eco-tourist sites.
”
”
Ana, Adminstration from Estudio Sampere, Cuenca - Sep 16, 2025
What methodology/what textbooks and/or teaching materials does Estudio Sampere use for classes?
“We use AULA books as well as our own material.”
Ana Zájara, Marketing Manager from Estudio Sampere - Nov 25, 2024
I would like to stay with a host family at Estudio Sampere in Cuenca, but only with half board. Is that possible? I only see the offer with full board.
“I am sorry to say that in Cuenca we do not offer half board.”
Astrid Libé, Admissions and Enrolments from Estudio Sampere - Jun 27, 2024
Is it possible to pay the balance by credit card?
“The payment is always divided into two parts. The deposit is collected by LanguageCourse.Net at the time of booking. The balance is paid to the school. This can also be done by credit card. The school will send a secure payment link upon request.”
Tanja, LanguageCourse.Net - Jul 06, 2023
I would like to book a course, but I only have Sundays off.
“Unfortunately, classes only take place from Monday to Friday.”
Rubén De Haro, LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 22, 2023
FAQ about Estudio Sampere, Cuenca
What is the best price for a course at Estudio Sampere, Cuenca?
“Spanish courses at Estudio Sampere start at 86 US$ for a Online One-to-One 5 course with 5 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.”
What is the most popular accommodation offered by Estudio Sampere?
“The accommodation Homestay is the most popular among all our clients of Estudio Sampere”
What is the number of students per class at Estudio Sampere?
“Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Estudio Sampere varies from 1 (Online One-to-One 10) to 6 students (Intensive Course)”
Which countries are students of Estudio Sampere from?
“The highest Nationality percentage at Estudio Sampere comes from USA with a 25% representation, followed by students from Germany (13%) and Switzerland (10%).”
Estudio Sampere offers courses for which ages?
“Estudio Sampere offers courses from 16 years to 99. The average age is 25 during the summer and 34 the rest of the year.”
Terms of Estudio Sampere
- First day of course
- Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 7:45
- Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
- Legal name/parent company
- Estudio Sampere S.A. | Tax registration ID: A7816385
Visa Documents
Nationals from USA do not require a visa for travelling to Ecuador and attending a language course.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
- School fee for issuing the visa documents:
- 250 US$
- Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
- Yes
- Express shipment fee (via courier)
- 15 US$
- Free shipment via regular mail
- Yes
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