Accommodation in Ecuador: Quito
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Casa Aliso (City hotel - La Floresta, Quito)
This is a stylish boutique hotel in a quiet residential area of the new town, but within easy reach of shops and restaurants. View details
Patio Andaluz (City hotel - Historical centre, Quito)
The Patio Andaluz is superbly situated within the heart of Quito Old Town. A spacious hotel with a good mix of high quality and Ecuadorian style.
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Plaza Grande (City hotel - Historical centre, Quito)
An opulantly decorated hotel in the centre of the old quarters of Quito with a fine colonial façade. There are several fine dining restaurants. View details
Rumiloma (Lodge/Hosteria - Pichincha)
A beautiful lodge on the slopes of Pichincha volcano with fantastic views over Quito. The sitting area is beautifully decorated with many antiques and the restaurant serves wonderful food. There is always a warm welcome from Amber and Oswaldo! View details
San Francisco de Quito (City hotel - Quito)
A small, friendly, colonial hotel in the heart of the old town with lots of character, comfortable rooms, a patio courtyard and a small restaurant.
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Casa Gangotena (City hotel - Historical centre, Quito)
Previously a privately-owned mansion, Casa Gangotena has been beautifully restored with antiques and eclectic furniture. Many of the original features and quirky additions in the 1920's such as tin ceilings have been retained and refurbished. Spread over three storeys, the communal areas include a wood-panelled library, a dining room, patio, rear garden and third floor terrace with wonderful views. The hotel overlooks the historic, cobbled Plaza San Francisco and is in the centre of the colonial old town. View details
El Relicario del Carmen (City hotel - Historical centre, Quito)
A small, charming converted house with character in the old quarters of Quito. There is a small sitting area and restaurant used mainly for breakfast. The reception often displays artwork from local artists. View details
Hacienda Chillo-Jijón (Country hotel - 30 minutes south of Quito.)
Built in 1730 by the Miraflores family, who had one of the largest textile factories in the Andes. There are 20 acres of gardens and a beautiful chapel (which can be used for weddings). View details
Hostal de la Rábida (City hotel - Quito)
Small hotel with 11 comfortably furnished rooms around a courtyard. A 5 minute walk from the new town, where many restaurants, bars and shops are located. View details
Hostal Santa Barbara (City hotel - Quito)
In a colonial house near the new town. Triple rooms are spacious. View details
Hotel Café Cultura (City hotel - Quito)
A converted colonial house with plenty of character with a small, pretty garden. The hotel has been tastefully decorated with modern frescoes throughout. View details
Hotel Sebastián (City hotel - Quito)
A good central 4 star hotel, with restaurants and shops within walking distance. View details
JW Marriott Hotel (City hotel - Quito)
Modern first class hotel with comfortable rooms and all the facilities you would expect from this international chain. There is a small spa and good-sized outdoor pool. The hotel building is something of a landmark and is visible from many areas of Quito, even from the top of the Teleferico.
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La Posada de la Abuela (Inn/Posada - Quito)
A small, friendly posada in an old colonial house with only 12 spotless rooms in the heart of the city. Several of the rooms have fireplaces, and there is a café for breakfasts only. View details
Le Parc (City hotel - Quito)
A minimalist design hotel with a good restaurant, small gym and welcoming spa. There is also a great roof top terrace with views of the city.
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Mansión del Angel (City hotel - New city)
A former colonial town house built at the turn of the century with 10 rooms on three floors, each individually furnished with period pieces.
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Ride Andes (Operator - Northern and Southern Sierras)
Our outfitter for riding in Ecuador is Sally Vergette, whose company is called Ride Andes. Using her excellent contacts at haciendas throughout the region Sally organises unique rides that encompass both the northern and southern sierras. View details
Swissotel (City hotel - Quito)
A good central 5 star hotel, well situated within close proximity of the highlights of Quito. A grand hotel with good facilities including an indoor and outdoor pool, gym and restaurants.
View details- Villa Colonna (City hotel - Closed in July 2011)
In the historic centre of Quito, just a few blocks from the main plaza and the Basilica. There is a reading room, patio and a roof terrace overlooking the historic centre. View details