Puerto Santa Ana Travel Guide

Guayaquil

With more than 400 years old, Las Peñas was the first neighborhood of Guayaquil, which took its name from the cliffs and limestone rocks that formed the Hill back then when the Spanish settled in the XV century. In 1982 the neighborhood was declared Cultural Heritage of Ecuador.
With more than 400 years old, Las Peñas was the first neighborhood of Guayaquil, which took its name from the cliffs and limestone rocks that formed the Hill back then when the Spanish settled in the XV century. In 1982 the neighborhood was declared Cultural Heritage of Ecuador.

Popular places to visit

By the riverside

Malecon 2000

Malecon 2000 is just one of the places to see in Guayaquil, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Malecon 2000
Seaside Malecon 2000 walkway with Santa Ana Hill, Ecuador

Santa Ana Hill

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.

Santa Ana Hill
Macaw up close

Guayaquil Historic Park

Guayaquil Historic Park is just one of the places to see in Samborondon, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Guayaquil Historic Park

Emporium by The Point

After visiting Emporium by The Point, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Guayaquil. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Emporium by The Point

U.S. Consulate General

U.S. Consulate General is just one of the places to see in San Eduardo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

U.S. Consulate General

Mall del Sol Shopping Center

During your visit to Guayaquil, you can enjoy retail therapy at Mall del Sol Shopping Center. Visit the area's cathedral or simply enjoy its seafood restaurants.

Mall del Sol Shopping Center

Things to do

City Winery - Two Hemispheres

Wine Tasting Experience with Tasting Menu

฿2,029
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wine Tasting Experience with Tasting Menu
San Francisco Plaza

Shared Walking Tour in Guayaquil City

฿1,258
per adult
Shared Walking Tour in Guayaquil City
Half Day Walking Tour of Guayaquil Pearl of the Pacific

Half Day Walking Tour of Guayaquil Pearl of the Pacific

฿3,146
per adult
Half Day Walking Tour of Guayaquil Pearl of the Pacific
Making hot Chocolate!

Cocoa farm and Chocolate making!

฿4,876
per adult
Cocoa farm and Chocolate making!
Cocoa Farm

Small Group Guayaquil and Cocoa Farm Full-Day Tour

฿5,662
per adult
Small Group Guayaquil and Cocoa Farm Full-Day Tour
Best Highlights in Guayaquil

Best Highlights in Guayaquil

฿4,561
per adult
Best Highlights in Guayaquil
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Top hotels in Puerto Santa Ana

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 ฿3,138 per night from 24 Jan to 25 Jan
฿3,138
฿3,530 total
24 Jan - 25 Jan
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
The entire hotel looks gorgeous. The room was spotless. The staff was fantastic. I highly recommend.

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

Wyndham Guayaquil Puerto Santa Ana
Luxury Suites Riverfront GYE

Luxury Suites Riverfront GYE

3.5 out of 5
Puerto Santa Ana Guayaquil Guayas
The price is ฿3,263 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
฿3,263
฿3,294 total
2 Feb - 3 Feb
Stay at this aparthotel in Guayaquil. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Santa Ana Hill and Botanical Garden are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (101 reviews)
Everything was excellent, and very clean I give it a 10 out of 10 rating. Thank you.

Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

Luxury Suites Riverfront GYE
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 ฿2,503 per night from 21 Jan to 22 Jan
฿2,503
฿2,535 total
21 Jan - 22 Jan
Stay at this apartment in Guayaquil. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Santa Ana Hill and Botanical Garden are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (45 reviews)
Excellent

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

River View suites Puerto Santa Ana gye
Hilton Colon Guayaquil

Hilton Colon Guayaquil

4.5 out of 5
Av Francisco de Orellana Mz 111 Guayaquil
The price is ฿2,947 per night from 31 Jan to 1 Feb
฿2,947
฿3,320 total
31 Jan - 1 Feb
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (834 reviews)
Room was great and the check in excellent.

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Hilton Colon Guayaquil
Holiday Inn Guayaquil Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Guayaquil Airport by IHG

3.5 out of 5
Av. de Las Américas,junto al Aeropuerto Guayaquil Guayas
The price is ฿2,500 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
฿2,500
฿2,828 total
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Guayaquil. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
Usually I got sleepers in that hotel, so I didn’t have to ask for them.

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Holiday Inn Guayaquil Airport by IHG
Oro Verde Guayaquil

Oro Verde Guayaquil

5 out of 5
9 De Octubre Y Garcia Moreno Guayaquil Guayas
The price is ฿2,500 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
฿2,500
฿2,828 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Stay at this spa hotel in Guayaquil. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,006 reviews)
Nice hotel with great breakfast and dining

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Oro Verde Guayaquil
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Other neighbourhoods around Puerto Santa Ana

Panoramic view of Guayaquil city

River City

While visiting River City, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Ana Hill and Artisan Market.

River City
Panoramic view of Guayaquil city

Las Peñas

Visitors to Las Peñas like its churches and seaside views, and Santa Ana Hill is a sight worth a stop.

Las Peñas
Panoramic view of Guayaquil city

Tarqui

While visiting Tarqui, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Ana Hill and El Carmen Hill.

Tarqui
With more than 400 years old, Las Peñas was the first neighborhood of Guayaquil, which took its name from the cliffs and limestone rocks that formed the Hill back then when the Spanish settled in the XV century. In 1982 the neighborhood was declared Cultural Heritage of Ecuador.

La Atarazana

When in La Atarazana, you can plan a visit to Santa Ana Hill and Artisan Market, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

La Atarazana
Important monument here in Guayaquil

Downtown Guayaquil

Travellers come to Downtown Guayaquil for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like San Francisco Square and Central Market while you're in town.

Downtown Guayaquil
Important monument here in Guayaquil

Rocafuerte

If you're spending some time in Rocafuerte, San Francisco Square and Central Market are top sights worth seeing.

Rocafuerte

Puerto Santa Ana Travel Guide