There's nothing more peaceful than sitting by a river and watching the water as it makes its way downstream. Why not pack a picnic hamper and spend a quiet afternoon at Quijos River?

Traveling on a shoestring? Quijos River is a terrific place to start your exploring in Centro Histórico. This flowing body of water has free entry. El Panecillo, Catedral Metropolitana de Quito and Independence Square are nearby and also rated by travelers.

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Vieja Cuba Hotel

Colón

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Aug 15 - Aug 17

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Roundtrip flight included

Guayaquil (GYE) to Quito (UIO)

9.2/10 Wonderful! (385 reviews)

We loved our stay here. We had our two teenage sons with us and the room was perfect. The staff was incredible- so helpful and answered all our questions. They called taxis for us, recommended delicious restaurants, and even stayed up for us to arrive nearly in the middle of the night. Each morning they had an amazing breakfast for our family, which was one of our favorite meals of the day. They would do a juice, fresh fruit, granola, and then would make toast or eggs if we wanted it. Safe neighborhood and we felt very safe with the gate around the hotel. Would absolutely stay again.

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2025

Hotel Sucre

Quito Historic Center

per person

Aug 28 - Sep 1

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Miami (MIA) to Quito (UIO)

9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)

Awesome staff Transfer to and from airport was excellent A great hotel that made our vacation great!!

Reviewed on May 6, 2025

La Casona de la Ronda Boutique Hotel

Quito Historic Center

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Aug 29 - Sep 1

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

New York (JFK) to Quito (UIO)

9.6/10 Exceptional! (181 reviews)

Staff was lovely. So quiet! We walked to dinner and though it felt perfectly safe they sent a security guard along with us who then returned for our walk home. They even sent us with packed breakfasts before our early flight (which we didn’t even ask for!) Breakfast was lovely the day we were able to eat there too.

Reviewed on Jun 20, 2025

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