River City

Guayaquil

River City
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Popular places to visit

Santa Ana Hill

Santa Ana Hill

4.5/5(14 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Santa Ana Hill, a lovely green space in Guayaquil. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Santa Ana Hill
View from La Perla. Guayaquil, Ecuador

La Perla

You can learn about the history of Guayaquil when you stop by La Perla. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

La Perla

Numa Pompilio Llona Street

During your trip to Guayaquil, you can do some window-shopping at Numa Pompilio Llona Street. Take some time to visit the cathedral in this family-friendly area.

Numa Pompilio Llona Street

Botanical Garden

4.5/5(19 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Botanical Garden, a lovely green space in Guayaquil. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Botanical Garden

Museum of Anthropology and Contemporary Art

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Museum of Anthropology and Contemporary Art in Guayaquil. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Museum of Anthropology and Contemporary Art

Artisan Market

4/5(2 reviews)

During your visit to Guayaquil, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Artisan Market. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Artisan Market

Things to do

Half Day Walking Tour of Guayaquil Pearl of the Pacific

Half Day Walking Tour of Guayaquil Pearl of the Pacific

$100
per adult
Half Day Walking Tour of Guayaquil Pearl of the Pacific
Cocoa Farm

Small Group Guayaquil and Cocoa Farm Full-Day Tour

$180
per adult
Small Group Guayaquil and Cocoa Farm Full-Day Tour
San Francisco Plaza

Shared Walking Tour in Guayaquil City

$40
per adult
Shared Walking Tour in Guayaquil City
Full-Day Cuenca and Traditional Craft Beer Tasting Tour

Full-Day Cuenca and Traditional Craft Beer Tasting Tour

$460
per adult
Full-Day Cuenca and Traditional Craft Beer Tasting Tour
City Winery - Two Hemispheres

Wine Tasting Experience with Tasting Menu

$59
per adult
Wine Tasting Experience with Tasting Menu
City tour #1 in Guayaquil.

#1 City Tour : The Best of Guayaquil

$150
per adult
#1 City Tour : The Best of Guayaquil
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River City Hotel Deals

Wyndham Guayaquil Puerto Santa Ana

Wyndham Guayaquil Puerto Santa Ana

4.5 out of 5
Calle Numa Pompilio Llona S N, Ciudad del Rio - Puerto Santa Ana, Guayaquil, Guayas
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$110 nightly
The price is $123 total per night from Sep 14 to Sep 15
$123 total
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Guayaquil. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
Wyndham Guayaquil Puerto Santa Ana
Mansión del Río

Mansión del Río

3.5 out of 5
Barrio Las Peñas, Calle Numa Pompilio Llona No. 120, Guayaquil
$59 nightly
The price is $66 total per night from Sep 3 to Sep 4
$66 total
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Guayaquil. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Santa Ana Hill and Numa Pompilio Llona ...
Mansión del Río
River View suites Puerto Santa Ana gye

River View suites Puerto Santa Ana gye

3 out of 5
Puerto Santa Ana, Edificios Riverfront, Bellini, junto al hotel Wyndham., Guayaquil, Guayas
$80 nightly
The price is $81 total per night from Sep 3 to Sep 4
$81 total
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Guayaquil. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Santa Ana Hill and Botanical Garden ...
River View suites Puerto Santa Ana gye
Luxury Suites Riverfront GYE

Luxury Suites Riverfront GYE

3.5 out of 5
Puerto Santa Ana, Guayaquil, Guayas
$98 nightly
The price is $99 total per night from Sep 3 to Sep 4
$99 total
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Guayaquil. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Santa Ana Hill and Botanical Garden ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (90 reviews)
"Fue increíble, extremadamente seguro, con guardias por todas partes, haciendo rondas en cada piso. Agradable y limpio en todas las áreas de nuestra estancia, definitivamente lo recomendaría y los usaré para mi próxima estancia."

Reviewed on Aug 21, 2025

Luxury Suites Riverfront GYE
Hotel Rio Guayas

Hotel Rio Guayas

2.5 out of 5
124 Numa Pompilio Llona, Guayaquil, Guayas
$246 nightly
The price is $271 total per night from Sep 3 to Sep 4
$271 total
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Stay at this aparthotel in Guayaquil. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Numa Pompilio Llona Street and Santa Ana ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
"I absolutely loved my stay at Hotel Rio Guayas! The staff was incredibly kind, attentive, and made me feel truly welcome. One of the highlights was the stunning river view from the restaurant absolutely unforgettable. The hotel feels luxurious, with beautiful artwork and elegant decor throughout. ..."

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025

Hotel Rio Guayas
Fortune Hotel

Fortune Hotel

3 out of 5
Pedro Carbo 408, Guayaquil, Guayas
$50 nightly
The price is $51 total per night from Sep 3 to Sep 4
$51 total
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Guayaquil. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Artisan Market and Museum of Anthropology and ...
Fortune Hotel
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Other neighborhoods around River City

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Las Peñas

Travelers enjoy Las Peñas for its churches and seaside views. Consider checking out Santa Ana Hill while you're in the area.

Las Peñas
With more than 400 years old, Las Peñas was the first neighborhood of Guayaquil, which took its name from the cliffs and limestone rocks that formed the Hill back then when the Spanish settled in the XV century. In 1982 the neighborhood was declared Cultural Heritage of Ecuador.

Puerto Santa Ana

Well-liked for its restaurants and river views, you might stop by Santa Ana Hill and La Perla while you're exploring Puerto Santa Ana and the surrounding neighborhoods.

Puerto Santa Ana
With more than 400 years old, Las Peñas was the first neighborhood of Guayaquil, which took its name from the cliffs and limestone rocks that formed the Hill back then when the Spanish settled in the XV century. In 1982 the neighborhood was declared Cultural Heritage of Ecuador.

La Atarazana

When in La Atarazana, you can plan a visit to Santa Ana Hill and Modelo Alberto Spencer Herrera Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

La Atarazana
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Roca

While there might not be top attractions in Roca, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Central Market and Santa Ana Hill.

Roca
By the riverside

Downtown Guayaquil

Travelers come to Downtown Guayaquil for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Central Market and Sports Federation of Guayas while you're in town.

Downtown Guayaquil
They are here because people started feeding them

Rocafuerte

While visiting Rocafuerte, you might make a stop by sights like Central Market and Simon Bolivar Statue.

Rocafuerte
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