Learn a thing or two about those who have lived behind the doors of Palacio de Gobierno. This majestic residence is famous for its design and colorful history.

This historic stately house in San Juan is popular with many travelers, so make a spot for it on your travel plans. Don't think that's all there is to do here, though. There are loads more places waiting for you to explore after Palacio de Gobierno. El Panecillo, Atahualpa Olympic Stadium, and Catedral Metropolitana de Quito are not far away.

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Good location in the old town, great interior, friendly and helpful staff. Only five minutes walk to metro and central square.

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Nice updated traditional building. Kitchenette in our room. Breakfast food provided. Excellent staff; friendly, attentive, hospitable. Close to old Quito, but area not as busy. Would stay again.

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This hotel is EXTREMELY CLEAN AND BEAUTIFUL TO THE DETAILS! Showers is so amazing but the products shampoo a conditioner cream soap are spa level, food is gourmet but the service is upscale, coffe at the room is Omg and the bed the pillows the little details like delicious water a plate with amazing local fruits desert and orange juice as welcome ! A básquet of local snacks … and the fountain at night sound as rain ! What can I say just Amazing

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