Ecuador City Hotels
Discover Rebecca’s top picks and insights for city hotels in Quito and Cuenca. All of these boutique-style and family-owned hotels were selected for providing excellent service, quality, and location. If you need further guidance on where the best place is for your needs, contact our Destination Experts; they’ll be more than happy to help you find the perfect lodging for you!
Find the best City hotels in their different categories in the tabs below:
Luxury City Hotels
Quito Luxury Hotels
Casa Gangotena
Enter the elegant and luxurious Hotel Boutique Casa Gangotena, located in the heart of the historic center of Quito. This beautiful and eclectic mansion tells the story of the city in every room. You can use the facilities not only to relax, but you can also arrange many special occasions like weddings and engagement dinners.
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Illa Experience Hotel
Illa Experience knows the beauty and true essence of the city of Quito. It is the essence, its richness in culture and traditions that need to be shared, told, and remembered by everyone who sets foot in Ecuador. Located in the historic center of Quito, the hotels guarantee a luxury experience in their top-notch accommodations.
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Cuenca Luxury Hotels
Cruz del Vado
Cruz del Vado is a charming and cozy hotel located in the historic district of Cuenca, Ecuador. The hotel is housed in a beautifully restored colonial building with traditional architecture. The hotel features 11 rooms, each individually decorated with local textiles, artwork, and antique furnishings. Guests can enjoy modern amenities such as free Wi-Fi, cable TV, and 24-hour room service, while also taking in the historic charm of the building. The hotel’s location is ideal for exploring the city, with many of Cuenca’s attractions within walking distance.
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First Class City Hotels
Quito First Class Hotels
Hotel Carlota
Situated in the historical center of Quito, a French-style house from 1900. Also has a sustainable design and has the LEED certification by the US Green Building Council.
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La Palma Polo Club Hotel Puembo
Located in Puembo, 20 minutes away from Quito International Airport, enjoy the beautiful green neighborhood far away from the city for a completely natural landscape. The hotel has 16 luxury suites with kitchens, living rooms, private rooftops, and wide bathrooms for your use.
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Cuenca Hotel
Mansion de Alcazar
Boutique Hotel Mansion Alcazar is a stately Cuenca mansion from the late nineteenth century. Its classic architecture evokes the golden years of the Ecuador Republic in a city declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Use the mansion as your home base for your tours, it’s located in the actual heart of Cuenca’s Historic Center.
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Comfort City Hotels
Quito Comfort Hotels
Hotel Ikala
In Quito, Hotel Ikala combines colonial and modern architecture in one of the most popular zones: the Mariscal. It has many different types of accommodations so you can rest properly during your visit to Quito.
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Casona 1914
This hotel was built in 1914, defined as a neoclassical mansion, and was the home of the great architect Francisco Durini Cáceres. Located in Alameda Park the mansion was restored in 2019 to be used as a boutique hotel in Old Town Quito. Enjoy a wonderful holiday in a century-old house with cozy suites and delicious Ecuadorian dishes!
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Cuenca Comfort Hotel
Hotel Santa Lucia
Visit a 19th-century house, this nostalgic boutique hotel offers high-quality accommodations. The rooms feature Baroque-influenced decor that creates a palatial environment. Santa Lucia Boutique Hotel is located in a living museum neighborhood with many points of interest within a short walk, making it an ideal base for exploring the city. With its combination of historic charm and modern amenities, Hotel Santa Lucia is an excellent choice.
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Still can’t decide on where the best place to stay near Quito or Cuenca is? Don’t worry, just contact us, and one of our Destination Experts will help find the perfect lodging that best suits your needs and create the perfect trip to the Andes.
The Destination Experts, are adventure designer specialists in custom-made trips and can help you create your own customized trip to the amazing Ecuador Mainland. Do not hesitate to let us know of any special requests, whether there are food restrictions, special requirements, or important events like honeymoons, or family trips, our destination experts will take care of everything for you and make sure you have the holiday you always dreamed of!
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Rebecca Adventure Travel’s top hotel recommendations in Quito and Cuenca?
Rebecca Adventure Travel recommends boutique-style and family-owned city hotels in Quito and Cuenca, selected for excellent service, quality, and location. They categorize hotels into Luxury, First Class, and Tourist Superior.
Can you recommend luxury hotels in Quito and Cuenca, Ecuador?
For luxury in Quito, Casa Gangotena (historic center, eclectic mansion) and Illa Experience Hotel (historic center, cultural essence) are recommended. In Cuenca, Cruz del Vado (historic district, restored colonial building) is a luxury option.
Are there First Class hotel options near Quito airport or in Cuenca’s historic center?
For First Class, Hotel Carlota is in Quito’s historical center, and La Palma Polo Club Hotel Puembo is a countryside option 20 minutes from Quito International Airport. In Cuenca, Mansion de Alcazar is a traditional luxury hotel in the heart of the historic center.
What are some good Tourist Superior hotels in Quito and Cuenca?
In Quito, Hotel Ikala (Mariscal, colonial and modern architecture), Casona 1914 (old town, neoclassical mansion), and Ilatoa Lodge (Ilaló volcano slopes, outside the city) are Tourist Superior options. In Cuenca, Hotel Santa Lucia (19th-century house, historic charm) and Hotel Victoria (modern, central location) are recommended.
How can Rebecca Adventure Travel help me choose the best city hotel in Ecuador?
If you need further guidance, you can contact Rebecca Adventure Travel’s Destination Experts. They are specialists in custom-made trips and will help you find the perfect lodging that best suits your needs, considering special requests like food restrictions, requirements, or events.