Sierra

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Basilica of the National Vow showing a church or cathedral, religious elements and interior views
Parque La Carolina which includes flowers, a garden and wild flowers
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Where to stay in Sierra

La Merced Church showing a square or plaza and a church or cathedral

Quito Historic Center

4/5(9 area reviews)

Churches, museums and shopping are some highlights of Quito Historic Center. Make a stop by Carondelet Palace or Independence Square while you're exploring.

Quito Historic Center
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Downtown Cuenca

Downtown Cuenca is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by New Cathedral of Cuenca and University of Cuenca's Orchid Garden while in the area.

Downtown Cuenca
La Carolina featuring a park and a pond

La Carolina

Visitors often come to La Carolina for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like El Jardin Mall and Iñaquito Shopping Center. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Iñaquito Station.

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Cuenca Historic Center

While you're in Cuenca Historic Center, take in top sights like Plaza Rotary Market and jump on the metro at Gaspar Sangurima Tram Station to see more of the city.

Cuenca Historic Center
Quito which includes a church or cathedral, heritage elements and interior views

Centro Histórico

While visiting Centro Histórico, you might make a stop by sights like Calle La Ronda and Santo Domingo Church.

Centro Histórico
Foch Square showing dining out, street scenes and modern architecture

La Mariscal

4/5(16 area reviews)

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
Wyndham Quito Airport
Wyndham Quito Airport
4.5 out of 5
Parroquia Tababela S/N Via Yaruqui, Aeropuerto Mariscal Sucre, Tababela, Pichincha
The price is €136 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
€136
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Tababela. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,983 reviews)
"Great rooms and service"

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2025

Wyndham Quito Airport
Holiday Inn Quito Airport by IHG
Holiday Inn Quito Airport by IHG
4 out of 5
Solar Numero 4, Barrio Santa Rosa, Calle conector Alpachaca y calle Cotopax, Tababela, Quito
The price is €98 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
€98
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Tababela. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (862 reviews)
"Oustanding"

Reviewed on 12 Mar 2025

Holiday Inn Quito Airport by IHG
Apartamento 3 habitaciones y parqueo
Apartamento 3 habitaciones y parqueo
3 out of 5
Cantón Marcabelí, Cuenca, Azuay
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Cuenca. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Mall del Rio and Galeria FVega are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4 reviews)
"Es una muy buena opción pero el parqueo es dificil y si existen más huéspedes hay que parquear en fila y pedir que retiren el auto, molestoso pero manejable. Un punto que si no me agradò es el hecho de que existe un solo baño. Es dificil con una familia grande."

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2024

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Old Town Quito Suites, Apartments & Boutique hotel
Old Town Quito Suites, Apartments & Boutique hotel
4 out of 5
José de Antepara E3-61 y Vicente Léon, San Blas, Quito, Pichincha
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly aparthotel in Quito. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
10/10 Exceptional! (137 reviews)
"Great apartment. Area around so so."

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2025

Old Town Quito Suites, Apartments & Boutique hotel
Le Parc Residences
Le Parc Residences
4.5 out of 5
Av Moscú N34 y Av República del Salvador, Quito, Pichincha
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Quito. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Botanical Garden of Quito ...
8/10 Very Good! (6 reviews)
"I had an incredible stay at this property! The location was absolutely amazing, making it easy to explore the area. The rate was also very competitive, making it an unbeatable value. I would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it to others. Thanks for a wonderful experience!"

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2025

Le Parc Residences
Apartamento 3 habitaciones y parqueo
Apartamento 3 habitaciones y parqueo
3 out of 5
Cantón Marcabelí, Cuenca, Azuay
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Cuenca. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Mall del Rio and Galeria FVega are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4 reviews)
"Es una muy buena opción pero el parqueo es dificil y si existen más huéspedes hay que parquear en fila y pedir que retiren el auto, molestoso pero manejable. Un punto que si no me agradò es el hecho de que existe un solo baño. Es dificil con una familia grande."

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2024

Apartamento 3 habitaciones y parqueo
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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.

Popular places to visit

Mitad del Mundo Monument which includes a monument, a garden and a square or plaza

Monument to the Equator

4/5(7 reviews)

Stand with one foot in each hemisphere at this monument to the site where the equator is marked, then spend time in the accompanying planetarium and museum.

Monument to the Equator
Cotopaxi National Park

Cotopaxi National Park

5/5(4 reviews)

Visit this national park to discover an active volcano, explore mountain forests and Andean tundra, and say “hola” to a llama.

Cotopaxi National Park
Parque La Carolina which includes flowers, a garden and wild flowers

Parque La Carolina

5/5(1 review)

Parque La Carolina is just one of the places to see in Quito, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.

Parque La Carolina
Mindo Cloud Forest

Mindo Cloud Forest

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors with a trip to Mindo Cloud Forest, a popular green space in Mindo. While you're in the area, wander around the forests.

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

Independence Square

4.5/5(9 reviews)

Rows of stately colonial buildings and a 16th-century cathedral surround this historic civic square on the site where Quito’s Old Town made its humble beginnings.

Independence Square
New Cathedral of Cuenca

New Cathedral of Cuenca

You can learn about the history of Cuenca when you stop by New Cathedral of Cuenca. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the cathedral in the area.

New Cathedral of Cuenca

Things to do

Galapagos horse riding the ridges of Sierra Negra Volcano

Galapagos horse riding the ridges of Sierra Negra Volcano

€411
per adult
Galapagos horse riding the ridges of Sierra Negra Volcano
Sierra Negra Volcano Galapagos Horse Riding

Sierra Negra Volcano Galapagos Horse Riding

€382
per adult
Sierra Negra Volcano Galapagos Horse Riding
Picture 2 for Activity Conquer Sierra Negra Volcano! Expedition to the lava fields

Conquer Sierra Negra Volcano! Expedition to the lava fields

€76
per adult
Conquer Sierra Negra Volcano! Expedition to the lava fields
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Cuenca

Cuenca

Baños de Agua Santa

Baños de Agua Santa