Quito Historic Center Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

La Merced Church which includes a church or cathedral and a square or plaza
Quito Cathedral showing night scenes and street scenes as well as a large group of people
Quito showing heritage elements, interior views and a church or cathedral
Basilica of the National Vow showing a city
Basilica of the National Vow featuring a city

Popular places to visit

Activities


Our pick of the best Quito Historic Center Hotel Deals

Hotel San Francisco de Quito

Hotel San Francisco de Quito

3 out of 5
Sucre Oe 3-17 y Guayaquil Quito
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$119 per night from 1 Jan to 2 Jan
NZ$119
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Quito. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (411 reviews)
First of all, the hotel building itself is a piece of history almost 500 years. Second, unbeatable location, able to walk to all major historical landmarks easily. It is a very safe hood. There are plenty of restaurants around, next door to a grocery store. Hotel staff are very friendly.

Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025

Hotel San Francisco de Quito
Vista del Angel Hotel Boutique

Vista del Angel Hotel Boutique

4 out of 5
Cotopaxi N 9- 17 y Esmeraldas Quito
The price is NZ$222 per night from 13 Jan to 14 Jan
NZ$222
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2026
Stay at this hotel in Quito. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (247 reviews)
Everything was exceptional the city view of Quito was absolutely stunning

Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025

Vista del Angel Hotel Boutique
La Casona de la Ronda Boutique Hotel

La Casona de la Ronda Boutique Hotel

3.5 out of 5
La Ronda Quito
The price is NZ$221 per night from 29 Dec to 30 Dec
NZ$221
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Stay at this boutique hotel in Quito. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (206 reviews)
Very nice inn like hotel. Room was spacious and clean. They sent staff to meet our taxi and walk us to the hotel. Nice dinner and breakfast. The room are filled with tapestries and darker wood and colours so thats a different vibe than a modern hotel. Front desk staff very pleasant.

Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025

La Casona de la Ronda Boutique Hotel
Casa Gangotena

Casa Gangotena

4.5 out of 5
Calle Bolívar OE 6-41 & Cuenca Quito Pichincha
The price is NZ$873 per night from 19 Jan to 20 Jan
NZ$873
19 Jan - 20 Jan 2026
Stay at this luxury hotel in Quito. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Quicentro Sur Mall and Plaza de San Francisco ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (93 reviews)
Is good for, single or couple

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

Casa Gangotena
Hotel Plaza Grande

Hotel Plaza Grande

5 out of 5
Garcia Moreno N5-16 Y Chile Quito Pichincha
The price is NZ$344 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
NZ$344
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Stay at this luxury hotel in Quito. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (214 reviews)
I had an amazing stay at Hotel Plaza Grande. The location is excellent and lots of shopping nearby. Easy access to historical sites. The staff is very attentive and go out of the way to make your stay extra comfortable. The room is very spacious and free wine and chocolates were appreciated! Highly ...

Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025

Hotel Plaza Grande
Hotel Casa Alquimia

Hotel Casa Alquimia

3 out of 5
Rocafuerte Oe3-13 y Guayaquil Quito
The price is NZ$166 per night from 11 Jan to 12 Jan
NZ$166
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Stay at this hotel in Quito. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (280 reviews)
Corner room was much nicer with 3 big windows facing the church square. Hot water worked fine this time. Ask for room #4, avoid #5 as hot water wasn't working and it is pretty dark.

Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025

Hotel Casa Alquimia
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Quito Historic Center

Independence Square showing street scenes and a square or plaza as well as a large group of people

The Street of the Seven Crosses

Shopping, churches and restaurants are some highlights of The Street of the Seven Crosses. Make a stop by Independence Square or Catedral Metropolitana de Quito while you're exploring.

The Street of the Seven Crosses
Quito showing heritage elements, interior views and a church or cathedral

Centro Histórico

While you're in Centro Histórico, take in top sights like Calle La Ronda and jump on the metro at San Francisco Station to see more of the city.

Centro Histórico
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La Tola

While visiting La Tola, you might make a stop by sights like Nayon Xtreme Valley and San Blas Square.

La Tola
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San Juan

You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in San Juan. You might want to make time for a stop at Centro de Arte Contemporaneo or Palacio de Gobierno.

San Juan
Quito Cable Car featuring street scenes

Miraflores

If you're spending some time in Miraflores, TelefériQo Base Station and Liga Deportiva Universitaria Stadium are top sights worth seeing.

Miraflores
Foch Square which includes dining out, modern architecture and café scenes

La Mariscal

4/5(1 area review)

La Mariscal is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Foch Square and La Mariscal Craft Market while in the area.

La Mariscal


Quito Historic Center Travel Guide

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