Quito Historic Center Travel Guide

Quito

La Merced Church showing a square or plaza and a church or cathedral
Quito Cathedral which includes street scenes and night scenes as well as a large group of people
Quito which includes a church or cathedral, heritage elements and interior views
Basilica of the National Vow showing a city
Basilica of the National Vow featuring a city

Top hotels in Quito Historic Center

Hotel San Francisco de Quito

Hotel San Francisco de Quito

3 out of 5
Sucre Oe 3-17 y Guayaquil Quito
The price is ฿2,421 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
฿2,421
฿2,471 total
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Quito. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (450 reviews)
Great location in historic city center!

Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026

Hotel San Francisco de Quito
Hotel Plaza Grande

Hotel Plaza Grande

5 out of 5
Garcia Moreno N5-16 Y Chile Quito Pichincha
The price is ฿5,854 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
฿5,854
฿6,529 total
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this luxury hotel in Quito. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (224 reviews)
Great location!

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

Hotel Plaza Grande
Casa Gangotena

Casa Gangotena

4.5 out of 5
Calle Bolívar OE 6-41 & Cuenca Quito Pichincha
The price is ฿15,506 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
฿15,506
฿17,140 total
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this luxury hotel in Quito. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Quicentro Sur Mall and Plaza de San Francisco ...
Casa Gangotena
Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums

Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums

3 out of 5
Calle Junin OE1 - 61 y Quito
The price is ฿3,127 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
฿3,127
฿3,127 total
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Stay at this hotel in Quito. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (125 reviews)
We booked the 3 bedroom apartment for a group of 4. Only downside we were unaware of was that one bedroom was off by itself and none of us really felt comfortable with that. The breakfast was great! Most staff amazing but had one gentleman at front desk who completely ignored us, did not even look ...

Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026

Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums
La Casona de la Ronda Boutique Hotel

La Casona de la Ronda Boutique Hotel

3.5 out of 5
La Ronda Quito
The price is ฿2,968 per night from 27 Mar to 28 Mar
฿2,968
฿3,314 total
27 Mar - 28 Mar
Stay at this boutique hotel in Quito. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (219 reviews)
The hotel is a “one of a kind”. Located in the historic part of Quito in a former large colonial home. The ornamental paintings on all the walls create an indoor garden atmosphere. Our room was quite large with a comfortable king size bed. The washroom is well appointed. The breakfast was fresh and ...

Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026

La Casona de la Ronda Boutique Hotel
Hotel Casa Alquimia

Hotel Casa Alquimia

3 out of 5
Rocafuerte Oe3-13 y Guayaquil Quito
The price is ฿2,181 per night from 25 Apr to 26 Apr
฿2,181
฿2,230 total
25 Apr - 26 Apr
Stay at this hotel in Quito. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (305 reviews)
Near everything and has all the character.

Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026

Hotel Casa Alquimia
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Other neighbourhoods around Quito Historic Center

Independence Square which includes street scenes and a square or plaza as well as a large group of people

The Street of the Seven Crosses

Shopping, churches and restaurants are some highlights of The Street of the Seven Crosses. Make a stop by Carondelet Palace or Independence Square while you're exploring.

The Street of the Seven Crosses
It's hard to tell from its quaint city center how enormous Quito is. On the steps of Iglesia y Convento de San Francisco, you can see the colorful buildings that cover the hills surrounding the city and get an idea for how large this city is. #lifeatexpedia

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
Quito @ night

La Tola

While visiting La Tola, you might make a stop by sights like San Blas Square and Raftecuador.

La Tola
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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
Quito from the summit of the TelefériQo, a tram ride from the city to the top of Pinchincha mountain. The air is thin, but the views make you forget to breathe.

Miraflores

If you're spending some time in Miraflores, TelefériQo Base Station and Liga Deportiva Universitaria Stadium are top sights worth seeing.

Miraflores
Foch Square showing cafe lifestyle, street scenes and dining out

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

Quito Historic Center Travel Guide