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

Popular places to visit

Things to do


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 ฿2,374 per night from 30 Dec to 31 Dec
฿2,374
฿2,421 total
30 Dec - 31 Dec
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! (411 reviews)
First of all, the hotel building itself is a piece of history almost 500 years. Second, unbeatable location, able to walk to all major historical landmarks easily. It is a very safe hood. There are plenty of restaurants around, next door to a grocery store. Hotel staff are very friendly.

Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025

Hotel San Francisco de Quito
Vista del Angel Hotel Boutique

Vista del Angel Hotel Boutique

4 out of 5
Cotopaxi N 9- 17 y Esmeraldas Quito
The price is ฿3,619 per night from 13 Jan to 14 Jan
฿3,619
฿4,027 total
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2026
Stay at this hotel in Quito. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (247 reviews)
Everything was exceptional the city view of Quito was absolutely stunning

Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025

Vista del Angel Hotel Boutique
Hotel Plaza Grande

Hotel Plaza Grande

5 out of 5
Garcia Moreno N5-16 Y Chile Quito Pichincha
The price is ฿5,586 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
฿5,586
฿6,230 total
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
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! (215 reviews)
The hotel was beautiful and perfect location in old town. The staff was very friendly and helpful. I would definitely comeback and recommend it.

Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025

Hotel Plaza Grande
Hotel Casa Alquimia

Hotel Casa Alquimia

3 out of 5
Rocafuerte Oe3-13 y Guayaquil Quito
The price is ฿2,961 per night from 11 Jan to 12 Jan
฿2,961
฿3,007 total
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
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. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (281 reviews)
Great one night stay at casa alquima. We’re just stopping over before our land tour. We had booked the family room which had 3 beds and was easiest the biggest room in the hacienda. Checkin/checkout was smooth and the breakfast was exceptional. Also walking distance to all the major attractions. ...

Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025

Hotel Casa Alquimia
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 ฿2,825 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
฿2,825
฿3,248 total
22 Jan - 23 Jan 2026
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! (109 reviews)
Staff was awesome!!!! Best Boutique Hotel I stayed in a long time, quaint and efficient. Highly recommend! The breakfast was excellent and service was personalized. Reception staff helped gladly with toyr recommenadions and irganization. For me this place was maybe not a luxurious 5 star, but it ...

Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025

Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums
Hotel Casa Ecuatreasures Centro Histórico

Hotel Casa Ecuatreasures Centro Histórico

4 out of 5
Calle Benalcazar N-953 y Oriente Quito Pichincha
The price is ฿2,925 per night from 27 Jan to 28 Jan
฿2,925
฿3,217 total
27 Jan - 28 Jan 2026
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Quito. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (116 reviews)
Hotel Casa Ecuatreasures was a wondeful place to stay for our visit to Quito. It is located in a great spot to explore the old town on foot, with easy access to the basilica as well as the various plazas and many places to eat and shop. However, the true highlight is definitely the manager Hernan! ...

Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025

Hotel Casa Ecuatreasures Centro Histórico
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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
Quito which includes a church or cathedral, heritage elements and interior views

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
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La Tola

While visiting La Tola, you might make a stop by sights like Nayon Xtreme Valley and Quijos River.

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 Cable Car featuring street scenes

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 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


Quito Historic Center Travel Guide