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

La Casona de la Ronda Boutique Hotel

La Casona de la Ronda Boutique Hotel

3.5 out of 5
La Ronda, Calle Morales OE1- 160, Quito
The price is NZ$218 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
NZ$218
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Stay at this 3.5-star boutique hotel in Quito. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (193 reviews)
Nice, cozy hotel, and attentive staff.
"Large, comfortable rooms, nicely decorated. Very good restaurant on site. Excellent breakfast. Located on a popular street in Quito. The staff is very attentive. Hugo, the hotel’s security guard, was especially helpful. We highly recommend and will definitely return to this hotel."

Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025

La Casona de la Ronda Boutique Hotel
Hotel San Francisco de Quito

Hotel San Francisco de Quito

3 out of 5
Sucre Oe 3-17 y Guayaquil, Centro Histórico, Quito
The price is NZ$130 per night from 12 Sept to 13 Sept
NZ$130
12 Sept - 13 Sept
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Quito. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (371 reviews)
"Great hotel in great location with nice people."

Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025

Hotel San Francisco de Quito
Hotel Patio Andaluz

Hotel Patio Andaluz

4 out of 5
Garcia Moreno N6-52, Quito, Pichincha
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Quito. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (424 reviews)
"This hotel is a beautiful place. Some rooms remain me my Mother in law house. I got the unique and only big suite with a panoramic View which I enjoy a lot."

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2025

Hotel Patio Andaluz
Casona 1914 Quito - Gothic Cathedral View Rooftop

Casona 1914 Quito - Gothic Cathedral View Rooftop

3.5 out of 5
Av. Gran Colombia N11-274 y Antonio, Elizalde, Quito, Pichincha
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Quito. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (138 reviews)
Amazing boutique hotel
"Amazing hotel, the gentleman helped me with everything. The breakfast is delicious and everything was amazing."

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

Casona 1914 Quito - Gothic Cathedral View Rooftop
Hotel Plaza del Teatro

Hotel Plaza del Teatro

3 out of 5
Guayaquil, N8-75 y Esmeraldas, Quito, Pichincha
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Quito. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Quicentro Sur Mall and Santo Domingo Park ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (90 reviews)
"Beautiful historic property close to all the main attractions in downtown Quito. Carlos and his staff took care of me during my stay in Quito. Highly recommend!"

Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025

Hotel Plaza del Teatro
Hotel Casa Alquimia

Hotel Casa Alquimia

3 out of 5
Rocafuerte Oe3-13 y Guayaquil, Quito
The price is NZ$94 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
NZ$94
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Quito. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (247 reviews)
"Everything was great from start to finish. The room was well equipped, the beds were firm but comfortable. The pillows were probably some of the best I've ever had at a hotel. The breakfast was fabulous! Eggs made to order, fresh fruit, fruit juice, hot chocolate, coffee, bread with butter and cheese. ..."

Reviewed on 12 Aug. 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

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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San Roque

If you're spending some time in San Roque, Plaza de San Francisco and Calle La Ronda are top sights worth seeing.

San Roque
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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
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
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La Floresta

La Floresta is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Abya Yala Museum and Trude Sojka Cultural House.

La Floresta
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Colón

While visiting Colón, you might make a stop by sights like Centro Comercial Multicentro and Mindalae Museum.

Colón

Quito Historic Center Travel Guide

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