Puerto Santa Ana Travel Guide

Guayaquil

Vista panorámica de las favelas de cerro santa ana, guayaquil, ecuador
Vista panorámica de las favelas de cerro santa ana, guayaquil, 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

4.5/5(3 reviews)

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
The river front of Guayaquil

City Mall

4/5(1 review)

During your visit to Guayaquil, you can do some window-shopping at City Mall. Visit the area's cathedral or simply enjoy its seafood restaurants.

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

Santa Ana Hill

5/5(2 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.

Santa Ana Hill
Macaw up close

Guayaquil Historic Park

5/5(1 review)

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

Things to do

San Francisco Plaza

Shared Walking Tour in Guayaquil City

฿1,243
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

฿3,108
per adult
Half Day Walking Tour of Guayaquil Pearl of the Pacific
Guayaquil: Cloud Forest, Hiking & Canyoning Full Day Tour

Guayaquil: Cloud Forest, Hiking & Canyoning Full Day Tour

฿13,332
per adult
Guayaquil: Cloud Forest, Hiking & Canyoning Full Day Tour
City Winery - Two Hemispheres

Wine Tasting Experience with Tasting Menu

฿2,004
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wine Tasting Experience with Tasting Menu
Making hot Chocolate!

Cocoa farm and Chocolate making!

฿4,817
per adult
Cocoa farm and Chocolate making!
Cocoa Farm

Small Group Guayaquil and Cocoa Farm Full-Day Tour

฿5,594
per adult
Small Group Guayaquil and Cocoa Farm Full-Day Tour
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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 ฿2,937 per night from 20 Feb to 21 Feb
฿2,937
฿3,309 total
20 Feb - 21 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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
Staff was very friendly, food spectacular, and the infrastructure was amazing! Spa was a plus...

Reviewed on 5 Feb 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 ฿3,437 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
฿3,437
฿3,468 total
23 Feb - 24 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! (104 reviews)
La habitación estaba muy limpia excelente suite

Reviewed on 25 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 ฿2,490 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
฿2,490
฿2,521 total
17 Feb - 18 Feb
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! (46 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 ฿2,931 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
฿2,931
฿3,302 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
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! (850 reviews)
Did meet my expectation

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

Hilton Colon Guayaquil
Oro Verde Guayaquil

Oro Verde Guayaquil

5 out of 5
9 De Octubre Y Garcia Moreno Guayaquil Guayas
The price is ฿2,486 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
฿2,486
฿2,813 total
17 Feb - 18 Feb
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! (1,014 reviews)
Staff and clean rooms

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Oro Verde 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 ฿2,891 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
฿2,891
฿3,257 total
9 Mar - 10 Mar
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! (1,018 reviews)
We arrived at 3am to our transfer waiting for us, the staff were all friendly and attentive. The room was spacious and clean, and the bed was very comfortable.

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Holiday Inn Guayaquil Airport by IHG
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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 Botanical Garden.

River City
Las Penas - the oldest area of Guayaquil, Ecuador

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 Botanical Garden.

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 Botanical Garden, 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 Central Market and Sports Federation of Guayas while you're in town.

Downtown Guayaquil
Important monument here in Guayaquil

Rocafuerte

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

Rocafuerte

Puerto Santa Ana Travel Guide