River City Travel Guide

Guayaquil

A cityscape with a prominent church, flags, and a river.
A densely populated urban area with a mix of residential buildings, a large open square, and several communication towers.
A densely packed hillside settlement with colorful buildings and a prominent communication tower.
A river with a boat docked at a pier, surrounded by buildings and a bridge.
A coastal cityscape with a prominent hill, a river, and a stadium.

Stay near popular River City attractions

Santa Ana Hill

9.2/10 (500 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.
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Things to do

Picture 1 for Activity GYE Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport Aeropuertos Lounge Access

GYE Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport Aeropuertos Lounge Access

฿1,235
per adult
GYE Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport Aeropuertos Lounge Access
Half Day Walking Tour of Guayaquil Pearl of the Pacific

Half Day Walking Tour of Guayaquil Pearl of the Pacific

฿3,339
per adult
Half Day Walking Tour of Guayaquil Pearl of the Pacific
Guayaquil: City Highlights Tour with Cable Car Ride

Guayaquil: City Highlights Tour with Cable Car Ride

฿4,073
per adult
Guayaquil: City Highlights Tour with Cable Car Ride
City Winery - Two Hemispheres

Wine Tasting Experience with Tasting Menu

฿2,153
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wine Tasting Experience with Tasting Menu
Cocoa farm and Chocolate making!

Cocoa farm and Chocolate making!

฿5,175
per adult
Cocoa farm and Chocolate making!
Private city tour in Guayaquil - Iguana Park

Guayaquil Private Experience - City Tour for Seniors

฿5,676
per adult
Guayaquil Private Experience - City Tour for Seniors
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Top hotels in River City

Wyndham Guayaquil Puerto Santa Ana

Wyndham Guayaquil Puerto Santa Ana

4.5 out of 5
Calle Numa Pompilio Llona S N Guayaquil Guayas
The price is ฿3,534 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
฿3,534
฿3,971 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Stay at this luxury hotel in Guayaquil. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
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Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

Wyndham Guayaquil Puerto Santa Ana
River View suites Puerto Santa Ana gye

River View suites Puerto Santa Ana gye

3 out of 5
Puerto Santa Ana, Edificios Riverfront Guayaquil Guayas
The price is ฿2,628 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿2,628
฿2,997 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Stay at this apartment in Guayaquil. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Santa Ana Hill and Numa Pompilio Llona Street ...
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Mansión del Río

Mansión del Río

3.5 out of 5
Barrio Las Peñas Guayaquil
The price is ฿1,993 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
฿1,993
฿2,226 total
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Stay at this hotel in Guayaquil. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Santa Ana Hill and Numa Pompilio Llona Street are ...
Mansión del Río
Hotel Río Guayas by Art Hotels Ecuador

Hotel Río Guayas by Art Hotels Ecuador

4 out of 5
124 Numa Pompilio Llona Guayaquil Guayas
The price is ฿11,276 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
฿11,276
฿12,546 total
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Stay at this hotel in Guayaquil. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and on-site spa services. Popular attractions Numa Pompilio Llona Street and Santa Ana Hill ...
Hotel Río Guayas by Art Hotels Ecuador
Luxury Suites Riverfront GYE

Luxury Suites Riverfront GYE

3.5 out of 5
Puerto Santa Ana Guayaquil Guayas
Stay at this aparthotel in Guayaquil. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Santa Ana Hill and Numa Pompilio Llona ...
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Luxury Suites Riverfront GYE
Fortune Hotel

Fortune Hotel

3 out of 5
Pedro Carbo 408 Guayaquil Guayas
The price is ฿1,661 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
฿1,661
฿1,695 total
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Stay at this hotel in Guayaquil. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Artisan Market and Museum of Anthropology and Contemporary ...
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Where to stay in River City

Find the best River City areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A row of colorful colonial buildings with balconies and wooden shutters.

Ecuador

Ecuador might not have many top sights, but C.C. Riocentro Sur and Mall del Sur are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

A colorful outdoor installation with large letters spelling out a word.
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Downtown Guayaquil

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

A densely packed urban area with numerous buildings and a prominent tower on a hill.

Puerto Santa Ana

Restaurants and river views are some things travellers note about Puerto Santa Ana. Check out Santa Ana Hill or Numa Pompilio Llona Street while you're familiarising yourself with the larger area.

A lizard on a metal fence.

Kennedy

Unique features of Kennedy include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by San Marino Mall or World Trade Center while you're exploring the area.

A densely packed hillside cityscape with colorful buildings and a prominent tower against a sunset sky.

Urdesa

Urdesa is well liked for its restaurants. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Guayaquil area, you might plan a trip to San Marino Mall or Alban Borja Commercial Center.

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