Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums
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About this property
Enjoy recreational amenities such as karaoke and bicycles to rent. Additional amenities at this Colonial hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a television in a common area.
Amenities
Enjoy recreational amenities such as karaoke and bicycles to rent. Additional amenities at this Colonial hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a television in a common area.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. A shuttle from the hotel to the airport is complimentary (available 24 hours).
Dining
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the hotel's coffee shop/cafe. A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 18 individually furnished guestrooms. Your Select Comfort bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have bathtubs and designer toiletries.
Location
Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums is centrally located in Quito, a 3-minute walk from Independence Square and 5 minutes by foot from Catedral Metropolitana de Quito. This hotel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Basilica of the National Vow and 1.2 mi (2 km) from El Panecillo.
What's nearby
Manuela Saenz Museum(0.1 miles)
Monastery of Santa Catalina(0.1 miles)
Bolivar Theatre(0.1 miles)
Independence Square(0.2 miles)
Santo Domingo Park(0.2 miles)
Plaza Grande(0.2 miles)
Carondelet Palace(0.3 miles)
Santo Domingo Church(0.3 miles)
Calle La Ronda(0.3 miles)
Catedral Metropolitana de Quito(0.3 miles)
Maria Augusta Urrutia Museum(0.3 miles)
Church of the Society of Jesus(0.3 miles)
El Centro Cultural Metropolitano(0.3 miles)
Plaza del Teatro(0.3 miles)
Plaza de San Francisco(0.3 miles)
The preferred airport for Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums is Mariscal Sucre Intl. Airport (UIO)(25.6 miles)
Parking
Airport shuttle
Non-Smoking Rooms
Tour Desk
Housekeeping
Safe-Deposit Box
Location
Junin Street Oe1-61 y Gral. Juan Jose Flores St, Quito Historic Center, Quito, Metropolitan District of Quito, Ecuador
Manuela Saenz Museum (0.1 miles)
Monastery of Santa Catalina (0.1 miles)
Bolivar Theatre (0.1 miles)
Independence Square (0.2 miles)
Santo Domingo Park (0.2 miles)
Plaza Grande (0.2 miles)
Room options
28
Deluxe Double Room
Room details
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 2
258 ft²
Wi-Fi (Free)Separate Living RoomBathtub
23
Exclusive Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Ensuite
Room details
3× Queen Beds
Sleeps 5
650 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Kitchenette
8
Standard Single Room
Room details
1 Full Bed
194 ft²
Wi-Fi (Free)Separate Living RoomBathtub
19
Classic Studio Suite
Room details
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
323 ft²
Wi-Fi (Free)Separate Living RoomBathtub
25
Superior Twin Room
Room details
2 Full Beds
Sleeps 2
377 ft²
Wi-Fi (Free)Separate Living RoomBathtub
Guest reviews of Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums
9.6
Exceptional
Based on 867 verified reviews
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Couple
100%
What guests think
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Across the reviews, Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums stands out for exceptionally friendly, hands-on service, a tasty made-to-order breakfast with rooftop views, clean, comfortable rooms, and a central, walkable Old Town location.
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Across the reviews, Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums stands out for exceptionally friendly, hands-on service, a tasty made-to-order breakfast with rooftop views, clean, comfortable rooms, and a central, walkable Old Town location.
Expect many stairs and no elevator in this historic multi-level building. Some guests mentioned occasional street noise and cautioned about pickpockets or being out late, and a few found airport transfer terms unclear. Overall, expect warm hospitality and a characterful, good-value stay.
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Facilities
Historic multi-level building with a rooftop area offering city views; there is no elevator and guests repeatedly note many stairs.
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Ted
Jan 13, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel has a perfect location at the edge of historical center of Quito and is located at dead end street ... so no noise from cars . View from the restaurant is excellent
Hotel has a perfect location at the edge of historical center of Quito and is located at dead end street ... so no noise from cars . View from the restaurant is excellent
10
Greg
Jul 17, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Tranquil location in the city center with a super friendly and helpful staff. They servered a wonderful breakfast on 3rd floor which we enjoyed all while taking in a beautiful view of the city and mountains! We will definitely recommend as great place to stay.
Tranquil location in the city center with a super friendly and helpful staff. They servered a wonderful breakfast on 3rd floor which we enjoyed all while taking in a beautiful view of the city and mountains! We will definitely recommend as great place to stay.
10
Matthew
Jul 9, 2025
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Stayed 17 nights
Great! A 275 year old colonial building. Get ready to climb some stairs! Everyone is nice. Free breakfast is delicious. Great value for price. Cozy bed. Perfect location right by old town. Yay!
Great! A 275 year old colonial building. Get ready to climb some stairs! Everyone is nice. Free breakfast is delicious. Great value for price. Cozy bed. Perfect location right by old town. Yay!
10
Juan
Nov 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Muchas gracias por todo. Es un lugar bonito, histórico, tradicional. Para sentir el sabor del centro de Quito. Un viejo edificio remodelado y bien adaptado para viajeros frescos y acostumbrados a conocer los rincones típicos de una ciudad con el ritmo local. Hay que subir escaleras y hay que disfrutarla vista matutina o el atardecer. Si desayunas temprano, ya estuvo, verás la niebla que baña el horizonte con su frescura sabrosa. La atención, espléndida.
Muchas gracias por todo. Es un lugar bonito, histórico, tradicional. Para sentir el sabor del centro de Quito. Un viejo edificio remodelado y bien adaptado para viajeros frescos y acostumbrados a conocer los rincones típicos de una ciudad con el ritmo local. Hay que subir escaleras y hay que disfrutarla vista matutina o el atardecer. Si desayunas temprano, ya estuvo, verás la niebla que baña el horizonte con su frescura sabrosa. La atención, espléndida.
10
Adriana
Oct 2, 2025
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Stayed 8 nights
El hotel tiene una buena unbicación dentro del espacio histórico del centro, así que se puede ir caminando a los sitios. El hotel tiene 16 habitaciones, distribuídas en 3 niveles, no cuenta con elevador. Tiene un restaurante en el top con vistas al "Panecillo", la atención es esmerada, amigable y buscan dar servicio personal. La habitación esta dotada de cobertores calienes y lo necesario para tu comodidad.
El hotel tiene una buena unbicación dentro del espacio histórico del centro, así que se puede ir caminando a los sitios. El hotel tiene 16 habitaciones, distribuídas en 3 niveles, no cuenta con elevador. Tiene un restaurante en el top con vistas al "Panecillo", la atención es esmerada, amigable y buscan dar servicio personal. La habitación esta dotada de cobertores calienes y lo necesario para tu comodidad.
10
Mary
Oct 26, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Very pleasant and attractive room. Access a bit challenging for anyone with mobility issues because of stairs.
Very pleasant and attractive room. Access a bit challenging for anyone with mobility issues because of stairs.
8
Marie-Helene
Jul 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The staff is very helpful. The location is very good, near central plaza. The building is well renovated, colonial style, very beautiful but too much stairs for people over 75 and in Quito (2800m) it is difficult to breathe. The breakfast was very good but in the 3rd floor, beautiful view but more stairs!!
The staff is very helpful. The location is very good, near central plaza. The building is well renovated, colonial style, very beautiful but too much stairs for people over 75 and in Quito (2800m) it is difficult to breathe. The breakfast was very good but in the 3rd floor, beautiful view but more stairs!!
10
Krystall
Apr 29, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
What an absolute amazing stay! We were picked up at the airport and dropped off at the front door. The airport greeter (Fernando) and front desk representative (Joel) carried our luggage to our room (on the top floor). There is no lift/elevator so request a lower floor if possible. My name was on the welcome sign and we were given information about the area and tours. I mentioned that I was cold and Joel brought us a space heater. There were additional blankets for our convenience. The beds were comfortable and the double room with two beds was spacious. Yale and Henry were super helpful front desk representatives! They made us feel very welcome and comfortable to ask any questions. The breakfast crew was superb! The food was freshly prepared and appealingly presented. The breakfast area offers astonishing views of the city including the Virgin of El Panecillo. Fresh flowers and greenery add a nice touch to the homey feeling. This historic center hotel is charming and has phenomenal value for your money. No need to keep up with room keys as there are digital keypads. We booked our return to the airport at check in. If ever in Quito again, this will be our only choice!!
What an absolute amazing stay! We were picked up at the airport and dropped off at the front door. The airport greeter (Fernando) and front desk representative (Joel) carried our luggage to our room (on the top floor). There is no lift/elevator so request a lower floor if possible. My name was on the welcome sign and we were given information about the area and tours. I mentioned that I was cold and Joel brought us a space heater. There were additional blankets for our convenience. The beds were comfortable and the double room with two beds was spacious. Yale and Henry were super helpful front desk representatives! They made us feel very welcome and comfortable to ask any questions. The breakfast crew was superb! The food was freshly prepared and appealingly presented. The breakfast area offers astonishing views of the city including the Virgin of El Panecillo. Fresh flowers and greenery add a nice touch to the homey feeling. This historic center hotel is charming and has phenomenal value for your money. No need to keep up with room keys as there are digital keypads. We booked our return to the airport at check in. If ever in Quito again, this will be our only choice!!
10
Catharine
Jan 20, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The building itself, the age, the wood floors, the wooden staircases, the roof top breakfast area which has an amazing view and whilst the building is historically charming the bathrooms are modern. The check in was excellent. Efficient, informative and very friendly.
The building itself, the age, the wood floors, the wooden staircases, the roof top breakfast area which has an amazing view and whilst the building is historically charming the bathrooms are modern. The check in was excellent. Efficient, informative and very friendly.
10
Mikael
Feb 10, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
This hotel really deserves its name, Friends. i can’t remember the last time when I felt so welcomed. The reception is very helpful. i inmediately felt st home. There are some nice common areas if you don’t want to be in your room. i loved the rocking chair outside my room. Breakfast was good too, with fresh fruit, juice, eggs, toast and coffee/too. Only minus is some street noice in the morning.
This hotel really deserves its name, Friends. i can’t remember the last time when I felt so welcomed. The reception is very helpful. i inmediately felt st home. There are some nice common areas if you don’t want to be in your room. i loved the rocking chair outside my room. Breakfast was good too, with fresh fruit, juice, eggs, toast and coffee/too. Only minus is some street noice in the morning.
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Cleanliness
Rooms are consistently described as very clean and well kept.
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Melissa
Mar 3, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Sehr freundliches Personal, sauber, schönes historisches Gebäude, gute zentrale Lage.
Sehr freundliches Personal, sauber, schönes historisches Gebäude, gute zentrale Lage.
10
TRINIDAD
Sep 6, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Clean rooms, nice staff, good breakfast! On our second visit we were given an upgrade. Will likely stay here again! Nice place and nice people and great central location!
Clean rooms, nice staff, good breakfast! On our second visit we were given an upgrade. Will likely stay here again! Nice place and nice people and great central location!
10
FELIX
Sep 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Clean Room, staff very professional and kind
Clean Room, staff very professional and kind
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Janet
Jan 24, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Friendly staff, clean rooms Fabulous breakfast and view
Friendly staff, clean rooms Fabulous breakfast and view
10
susan sheko
Nov 30, 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
The location of this property is ideal and walkable to everything you need or want to see in Old Town Quito. The rooms are clean and the beds are comfortable. The breakfast on the rooftop is different each day which is an added benefit. Staff are extremely helpful and well organized. We recommend this property.
The location of this property is ideal and walkable to everything you need or want to see in Old Town Quito. The rooms are clean and the beds are comfortable. The breakfast on the rooftop is different each day which is an added benefit. Staff are extremely helpful and well organized. We recommend this property.
10
Noemi
Jul 8, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Excelente servicio y amable, limpias las habitaciones, ubicación estratégica.
Excelente servicio y amable, limpias las habitaciones, ubicación estratégica.
10
Taya
Jun 10, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This property was so welcoming from the minute we walked in. Easy taxi service, personable staff, delicious breakfast. We had an early tour to catch and they opened the breakfast early for us. Very clean room, hot shower. Lots of restaurants around and a 3 minute walk to Quito’s historic centre.
This property was so welcoming from the minute we walked in. Easy taxi service, personable staff, delicious breakfast. We had an early tour to catch and they opened the breakfast early for us. Very clean room, hot shower. Lots of restaurants around and a 3 minute walk to Quito’s historic centre.
10
Chris
Dec 19, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Nice, clean place to stay in Quito. The staff is very helpful, and we found the room to be clean and without too much noise in the night. The front desk is happy to help guide you. The breakfast is tasty!
Nice, clean place to stay in Quito. The staff is very helpful, and we found the room to be clean and without too much noise in the night. The front desk is happy to help guide you. The breakfast is tasty!
10
Alexander
May 18, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent place to stay. Very safe. Very clean with a good eye for details.
Excellent place to stay. Very safe. Very clean with a good eye for details.
10
Kevin
Jun 10, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Amazing property, right in the heart of historic Quito. The room was extremely clean, and the staff was amazing. Only downside was it got quite noisy at night (outside traffic), but it is to be expected with such a centrally-located place. Overall, we were quite pleased with this hotel, and would definately stay there again!
Amazing property, right in the heart of historic Quito. The room was extremely clean, and the staff was amazing. Only downside was it got quite noisy at night (outside traffic), but it is to be expected with such a centrally-located place. Overall, we were quite pleased with this hotel, and would definately stay there again!
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Rooms
Rooms are comfortable and attractively decorated, with some offering city or Panecillo views and modern bathrooms. Noise varies by room and time, from quiet to some street noise in this central setting.
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susan sheko
Nov 30, 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
The location of this property is ideal and walkable to everything you need or want to see in Old Town Quito. The rooms are clean and the beds are comfortable. The breakfast on the rooftop is different each day which is an added benefit. Staff are extremely helpful and well organized. We recommend this property.
The location of this property is ideal and walkable to everything you need or want to see in Old Town Quito. The rooms are clean and the beds are comfortable. The breakfast on the rooftop is different each day which is an added benefit. Staff are extremely helpful and well organized. We recommend this property.
10
Matthew
Jul 9, 2025
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Stayed 17 nights
Great! A 275 year old colonial building. Get ready to climb some stairs! Everyone is nice. Free breakfast is delicious. Great value for price. Cozy bed. Perfect location right by old town. Yay!
Great! A 275 year old colonial building. Get ready to climb some stairs! Everyone is nice. Free breakfast is delicious. Great value for price. Cozy bed. Perfect location right by old town. Yay!
10
Lance
Mar 8, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
I loved everything about this hotel. It is nearly new, great breakfasts, quiet and attractive inside and out. They communicated with me quickly and clearly when I had questions before my visit. What I liked best was the camaraderie of the team. They act like a close family. Yale really stands out. Great English, always happy to help. She went above and beyond to get my new phone setup when my old one was pickpocketed. Thanks everyone! Be careful! Old town feels very safe, even at night. But the pickpockets are very skilled.
I loved everything about this hotel. It is nearly new, great breakfasts, quiet and attractive inside and out. They communicated with me quickly and clearly when I had questions before my visit. What I liked best was the camaraderie of the team. They act like a close family. Yale really stands out. Great English, always happy to help. She went above and beyond to get my new phone setup when my old one was pickpocketed. Thanks everyone! Be careful! Old town feels very safe, even at night. But the pickpockets are very skilled.
10
Chris
Dec 19, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Nice, clean place to stay in Quito. The staff is very helpful, and we found the room to be clean and without too much noise in the night. The front desk is happy to help guide you. The breakfast is tasty!
Nice, clean place to stay in Quito. The staff is very helpful, and we found the room to be clean and without too much noise in the night. The front desk is happy to help guide you. The breakfast is tasty!
10
Kevin
Jun 10, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Amazing property, right in the heart of historic Quito. The room was extremely clean, and the staff was amazing. Only downside was it got quite noisy at night (outside traffic), but it is to be expected with such a centrally-located place. Overall, we were quite pleased with this hotel, and would definately stay there again!
Amazing property, right in the heart of historic Quito. The room was extremely clean, and the staff was amazing. Only downside was it got quite noisy at night (outside traffic), but it is to be expected with such a centrally-located place. Overall, we were quite pleased with this hotel, and would definately stay there again!
10
Chelsea
Dec 3, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Honestly the room was amazing!! We stayed in a beautifully decorated three room suite for a wildly reasonable price. My only regret is I was running around so much, I didn’t spend much time in the room! I stayed with a friend but this would be a great stay for a romantic getaway. The location was quiet but close to everything. Definitely recommend!
Honestly the room was amazing!! We stayed in a beautifully decorated three room suite for a wildly reasonable price. My only regret is I was running around so much, I didn’t spend much time in the room! I stayed with a friend but this would be a great stay for a romantic getaway. The location was quiet but close to everything. Definitely recommend!
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Steven
Jun 20, 2025
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Stayed 15 nights
The Friends Hotel and Rooftop was everything we love about a hotel. The staff were all friendly and helpful from the moment we arrived until the day we departed. Each morning, a delicious, and ever changing, breakfast exceeded our expectations. We took a smaller room on an upper floor that had a view of the Panecillo and the location was convenient for walking throughout the Centro Histórico. Our first choice on any visit to Quito.
The Friends Hotel and Rooftop was everything we love about a hotel. The staff were all friendly and helpful from the moment we arrived until the day we departed. Each morning, a delicious, and ever changing, breakfast exceeded our expectations. We took a smaller room on an upper floor that had a view of the Panecillo and the location was convenient for walking throughout the Centro Histórico. Our first choice on any visit to Quito.
10
Catharine
Jan 20, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The building itself, the age, the wood floors, the wooden staircases, the roof top breakfast area which has an amazing view and whilst the building is historically charming the bathrooms are modern. The check in was excellent. Efficient, informative and very friendly.
The building itself, the age, the wood floors, the wooden staircases, the roof top breakfast area which has an amazing view and whilst the building is historically charming the bathrooms are modern. The check in was excellent. Efficient, informative and very friendly.
10
Mikael
Feb 10, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
This hotel really deserves its name, Friends. i can’t remember the last time when I felt so welcomed. The reception is very helpful. i inmediately felt st home. There are some nice common areas if you don’t want to be in your room. i loved the rocking chair outside my room. Breakfast was good too, with fresh fruit, juice, eggs, toast and coffee/too. Only minus is some street noice in the morning.
This hotel really deserves its name, Friends. i can’t remember the last time when I felt so welcomed. The reception is very helpful. i inmediately felt st home. There are some nice common areas if you don’t want to be in your room. i loved the rocking chair outside my room. Breakfast was good too, with fresh fruit, juice, eggs, toast and coffee/too. Only minus is some street noice in the morning.
10
Wendy
Oct 17, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The room was clean and a really comfortable size, styled beautifully. The staff are extremely helpful and friendly and the breakfast offered was great. They even give you a generous breakfast box for the early morning excursions we had. Overall, highly recommend staying here.
The room was clean and a really comfortable size, styled beautifully. The staff are extremely helpful and friendly and the breakfast offered was great. They even give you a generous breakfast box for the early morning excursions we had. Overall, highly recommend staying here.
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Service
Service is repeatedly praised as friendly, proactive, and personalized, with staff arranging tours and transfers, accommodating early or special requests, and offering thoughtful assistance.
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susan sheko
Nov 30, 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
The location of this property is ideal and walkable to everything you need or want to see in Old Town Quito. The rooms are clean and the beds are comfortable. The breakfast on the rooftop is different each day which is an added benefit. Staff are extremely helpful and well organized. We recommend this property.
The location of this property is ideal and walkable to everything you need or want to see in Old Town Quito. The rooms are clean and the beds are comfortable. The breakfast on the rooftop is different each day which is an added benefit. Staff are extremely helpful and well organized. We recommend this property.
10
Angela
Jan 30, 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
We had a wonderful stay. The staff were all very helpful and accommodating, and the breakfast was a perfect way to start each day. Plus, the location was perfect for exploring the historical sites.
We had a wonderful stay. The staff were all very helpful and accommodating, and the breakfast was a perfect way to start each day. Plus, the location was perfect for exploring the historical sites.
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Graciela
Aug 18, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff was extremely helpful and friendly. They will help setup transportation/excursions within Quito and surrounding areas. The breakfast was made fresh each morning and always included eggs, fruit, juice, coffee, and bread. The only downside is that airport transport is not included unless you book a specific number of days with the hotel.
The staff was extremely helpful and friendly. They will help setup transportation/excursions within Quito and surrounding areas. The breakfast was made fresh each morning and always included eggs, fruit, juice, coffee, and bread. The only downside is that airport transport is not included unless you book a specific number of days with the hotel.
10
Stephanie
Feb 16, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a great stay at Friends. The staff were extremely knowledgable and helpful. It is a great location
We had a great stay at Friends. The staff were extremely knowledgable and helpful. It is a great location
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Marie-Ann
Jul 14, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The receptionist Yale is extremely helpful with getting your trip sorted and has any 'must see' for you figured out. Never have been in such good hands in a foreign country. An absolute YES if you want to spend an unforgettable time without having everything planned and scheduled beforehand. And yes, the hotel has a good standard, too :-)
The receptionist Yale is extremely helpful with getting your trip sorted and has any 'must see' for you figured out. Never have been in such good hands in a foreign country. An absolute YES if you want to spend an unforgettable time without having everything planned and scheduled beforehand. And yes, the hotel has a good standard, too :-)
10
Jose Alberto
Mar 19, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Truly one of the best stays I had in my travels. I was welcomed with so much love and left very sad that I had to leave my new friends here in this hotel. Some key points what made my stay awesome, the daily breakfast from the “welcome breakfast” to the “box-lunch” breakfast as if I had a tour at 6am they made sure I left with a very well prep breakfast. The kitchen staff beyond awesome and delicious meals. The front desk made sure I had all the information I needed and booked 3 amazing tours for me, Otavalo, Baños & Cotopaxi. I’m in a noisy NY but sleeping at this location was very peaceful/comfortable. They allowed me to keep my bags at the location even after checkout because I had a very late flight. To everyone at the hotel thank you so much, I’m very grateful for my stay and I’ll definitely come back.
Truly one of the best stays I had in my travels. I was welcomed with so much love and left very sad that I had to leave my new friends here in this hotel. Some key points what made my stay awesome, the daily breakfast from the “welcome breakfast” to the “box-lunch” breakfast as if I had a tour at 6am they made sure I left with a very well prep breakfast. The kitchen staff beyond awesome and delicious meals. The front desk made sure I had all the information I needed and booked 3 amazing tours for me, Otavalo, Baños & Cotopaxi. I’m in a noisy NY but sleeping at this location was very peaceful/comfortable. They allowed me to keep my bags at the location even after checkout because I had a very late flight. To everyone at the hotel thank you so much, I’m very grateful for my stay and I’ll definitely come back.
10
Anita
May 23, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This hotel is absolutely awesome and exceeded our expectations! The service was outstanding, and we truly appreciated the excellent communication support with translators — it made our stay as deaf guests so much easier and more enjoyable. The rooftop offers a stunning view, and the breakfast was delicious. Highly recommended!
This hotel is absolutely awesome and exceeded our expectations! The service was outstanding, and we truly appreciated the excellent communication support with translators — it made our stay as deaf guests so much easier and more enjoyable. The rooftop offers a stunning view, and the breakfast was delicious. Highly recommended!
10
Brooks
Aug 27, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
This is an inexpensive hostel, great value for the price, that is in the middle of the Old Town section of Quito. Short walk from everything you want to see. Safe. Tons of dining options. Very good breakfast each day. Super friendly, helpful staff! Yale took care of us. Highly recommended.
This is an inexpensive hostel, great value for the price, that is in the middle of the Old Town section of Quito. Short walk from everything you want to see. Safe. Tons of dining options. Very good breakfast each day. Super friendly, helpful staff! Yale took care of us. Highly recommended.
10
Amy
Mar 12, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff was super friendly and helpful. The breakfast was delicious and they had no problem catering to my gluten free allergy. I took the walking tour and it was really good!
The staff was super friendly and helpful. The breakfast was delicious and they had no problem catering to my gluten free allergy. I took the walking tour and it was really good!
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Krystall
Apr 29, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
What an absolute amazing stay! We were picked up at the airport and dropped off at the front door. The airport greeter (Fernando) and front desk representative (Joel) carried our luggage to our room (on the top floor). There is no lift/elevator so request a lower floor if possible. My name was on the welcome sign and we were given information about the area and tours. I mentioned that I was cold and Joel brought us a space heater. There were additional blankets for our convenience. The beds were comfortable and the double room with two beds was spacious. Yale and Henry were super helpful front desk representatives! They made us feel very welcome and comfortable to ask any questions. The breakfast crew was superb! The food was freshly prepared and appealingly presented. The breakfast area offers astonishing views of the city including the Virgin of El Panecillo. Fresh flowers and greenery add a nice touch to the homey feeling. This historic center hotel is charming and has phenomenal value for your money. No need to keep up with room keys as there are digital keypads. We booked our return to the airport at check in. If ever in Quito again, this will be our only choice!!
What an absolute amazing stay! We were picked up at the airport and dropped off at the front door. The airport greeter (Fernando) and front desk representative (Joel) carried our luggage to our room (on the top floor). There is no lift/elevator so request a lower floor if possible. My name was on the welcome sign and we were given information about the area and tours. I mentioned that I was cold and Joel brought us a space heater. There were additional blankets for our convenience. The beds were comfortable and the double room with two beds was spacious. Yale and Henry were super helpful front desk representatives! They made us feel very welcome and comfortable to ask any questions. The breakfast crew was superb! The food was freshly prepared and appealingly presented. The breakfast area offers astonishing views of the city including the Virgin of El Panecillo. Fresh flowers and greenery add a nice touch to the homey feeling. This historic center hotel is charming and has phenomenal value for your money. No need to keep up with room keys as there are digital keypads. We booked our return to the airport at check in. If ever in Quito again, this will be our only choice!!
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Location
Central, walkable base for Old Town sights and Plaza Grande. A few guests mention safety awareness after dark and pickpockets, and some note occasional street noise.
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Ted
Jan 13, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel has a perfect location at the edge of historical center of Quito and is located at dead end street ... so no noise from cars . View from the restaurant is excellent
Hotel has a perfect location at the edge of historical center of Quito and is located at dead end street ... so no noise from cars . View from the restaurant is excellent
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susan sheko
Nov 30, 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
The location of this property is ideal and walkable to everything you need or want to see in Old Town Quito. The rooms are clean and the beds are comfortable. The breakfast on the rooftop is different each day which is an added benefit. Staff are extremely helpful and well organized. We recommend this property.
The location of this property is ideal and walkable to everything you need or want to see in Old Town Quito. The rooms are clean and the beds are comfortable. The breakfast on the rooftop is different each day which is an added benefit. Staff are extremely helpful and well organized. We recommend this property.
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Angela
Jan 30, 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
We had a wonderful stay. The staff were all very helpful and accommodating, and the breakfast was a perfect way to start each day. Plus, the location was perfect for exploring the historical sites.
We had a wonderful stay. The staff were all very helpful and accommodating, and the breakfast was a perfect way to start each day. Plus, the location was perfect for exploring the historical sites.
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Olfary
Jan 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel was clean and is centrally located in the historical area of quito - not safe once the sun comes down. A HUGE disappointment. Also, don't be fouled by the “free shuttle offering” to the airport is total lie!. Is a false advertisement. If you reserve one night only, they will turn it around saying that you have to stay a minimum of 2 nights in order to obtain it.
The hotel was clean and is centrally located in the historical area of quito - not safe once the sun comes down. A HUGE disappointment. Also, don't be fouled by the “free shuttle offering” to the airport is total lie!. Is a false advertisement. If you reserve one night only, they will turn it around saying that you have to stay a minimum of 2 nights in order to obtain it.
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Matthew
Jul 9, 2025
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Stayed 17 nights
Great! A 275 year old colonial building. Get ready to climb some stairs! Everyone is nice. Free breakfast is delicious. Great value for price. Cozy bed. Perfect location right by old town. Yay!
Great! A 275 year old colonial building. Get ready to climb some stairs! Everyone is nice. Free breakfast is delicious. Great value for price. Cozy bed. Perfect location right by old town. Yay!
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Taya
Jun 10, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This property was so welcoming from the minute we walked in. Easy taxi service, personable staff, delicious breakfast. We had an early tour to catch and they opened the breakfast early for us. Very clean room, hot shower. Lots of restaurants around and a 3 minute walk to Quito’s historic centre.
This property was so welcoming from the minute we walked in. Easy taxi service, personable staff, delicious breakfast. We had an early tour to catch and they opened the breakfast early for us. Very clean room, hot shower. Lots of restaurants around and a 3 minute walk to Quito’s historic centre.
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Lance
Mar 8, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
I loved everything about this hotel. It is nearly new, great breakfasts, quiet and attractive inside and out. They communicated with me quickly and clearly when I had questions before my visit. What I liked best was the camaraderie of the team. They act like a close family. Yale really stands out. Great English, always happy to help. She went above and beyond to get my new phone setup when my old one was pickpocketed. Thanks everyone! Be careful! Old town feels very safe, even at night. But the pickpockets are very skilled.
I loved everything about this hotel. It is nearly new, great breakfasts, quiet and attractive inside and out. They communicated with me quickly and clearly when I had questions before my visit. What I liked best was the camaraderie of the team. They act like a close family. Yale really stands out. Great English, always happy to help. She went above and beyond to get my new phone setup when my old one was pickpocketed. Thanks everyone! Be careful! Old town feels very safe, even at night. But the pickpockets are very skilled.
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Danielle
Apr 22, 2022
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Stayed 3 nights
Dans une rue tranquille, bien situé. Personnel très accueillant, bon petit déjeuner.
Dans une rue tranquille, bien situé. Personnel très accueillant, bon petit déjeuner.
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Kevin
Jun 10, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Amazing property, right in the heart of historic Quito. The room was extremely clean, and the staff was amazing. Only downside was it got quite noisy at night (outside traffic), but it is to be expected with such a centrally-located place. Overall, we were quite pleased with this hotel, and would definately stay there again!
Amazing property, right in the heart of historic Quito. The room was extremely clean, and the staff was amazing. Only downside was it got quite noisy at night (outside traffic), but it is to be expected with such a centrally-located place. Overall, we were quite pleased with this hotel, and would definately stay there again!
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Brooks
Aug 27, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
This is an inexpensive hostel, great value for the price, that is in the middle of the Old Town section of Quito. Short walk from everything you want to see. Safe. Tons of dining options. Very good breakfast each day. Super friendly, helpful staff! Yale took care of us. Highly recommended.
This is an inexpensive hostel, great value for the price, that is in the middle of the Old Town section of Quito. Short walk from everything you want to see. Safe. Tons of dining options. Very good breakfast each day. Super friendly, helpful staff! Yale took care of us. Highly recommended.
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Dining
Breakfast is widely praised as delicious, cooked to order, and served with rooftop views; early or boxed options are available. Several reviews note there isn’t a full on-site restaurant beyond this.
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Brandi
Oct 22, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Staff was amazing and the breakfast was top notch
Staff was amazing and the breakfast was top notch
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Janet
Jan 24, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Friendly staff, clean rooms Fabulous breakfast and view
Friendly staff, clean rooms Fabulous breakfast and view
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Reid H
Aug 5, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
It was a unique property, lots of charm. It says there’s a deli there or something. They sell drinks and some chips at the front but I think that’s it. When I checked in Yale was fantastic, sweet kind, and very helpful and knowledgeable.
It was a unique property, lots of charm. It says there’s a deli there or something. They sell drinks and some chips at the front but I think that’s it. When I checked in Yale was fantastic, sweet kind, and very helpful and knowledgeable.
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susan sheko
Nov 30, 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
The location of this property is ideal and walkable to everything you need or want to see in Old Town Quito. The rooms are clean and the beds are comfortable. The breakfast on the rooftop is different each day which is an added benefit. Staff are extremely helpful and well organized. We recommend this property.
The location of this property is ideal and walkable to everything you need or want to see in Old Town Quito. The rooms are clean and the beds are comfortable. The breakfast on the rooftop is different each day which is an added benefit. Staff are extremely helpful and well organized. We recommend this property.
10
Angela
Jan 30, 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
We had a wonderful stay. The staff were all very helpful and accommodating, and the breakfast was a perfect way to start each day. Plus, the location was perfect for exploring the historical sites.
We had a wonderful stay. The staff were all very helpful and accommodating, and the breakfast was a perfect way to start each day. Plus, the location was perfect for exploring the historical sites.
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Cristine
Apr 30, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Overall the kindness of the staff made this an amazing stay. The hotel was very secure, I felt like I was coming to my home. I received everything that was offered and they went above and beyond to accomodate. The breakfast is a set menu but always delicious, healthy and filling. The view from the rooftop is amazing, loved having breakfast with an amazing view of Quito, el panecillo and the surrounding mountains. The night tour they offer is educational, fun and not very long (my personal preference). Will stay here again, no doubt.
Overall the kindness of the staff made this an amazing stay. The hotel was very secure, I felt like I was coming to my home. I received everything that was offered and they went above and beyond to accomodate. The breakfast is a set menu but always delicious, healthy and filling. The view from the rooftop is amazing, loved having breakfast with an amazing view of Quito, el panecillo and the surrounding mountains. The night tour they offer is educational, fun and not very long (my personal preference). Will stay here again, no doubt.
10
Carol Ann
May 5, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The staff was very friendly and helpful. The hot breakfast was excellent. A small fridge was provided me upon request. Filtered water was readily available for the guests to keep in their rooms. The facility was beautifully and meaningfully decorated reflecting Ecuadorian culture. I don't think Expedia should advertise them as having a restaurant. It's misleading,especially if the person who books really wants to have access to a restaurant in their hotel.
The staff was very friendly and helpful. The hot breakfast was excellent. A small fridge was provided me upon request. Filtered water was readily available for the guests to keep in their rooms. The facility was beautifully and meaningfully decorated reflecting Ecuadorian culture. I don't think Expedia should advertise them as having a restaurant. It's misleading,especially if the person who books really wants to have access to a restaurant in their hotel.
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Amy
Mar 12, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff was super friendly and helpful. The breakfast was delicious and they had no problem catering to my gluten free allergy. I took the walking tour and it was really good!
The staff was super friendly and helpful. The breakfast was delicious and they had no problem catering to my gluten free allergy. I took the walking tour and it was really good!
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Marie-Helene
Jul 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The staff is very helpful. The location is very good, near central plaza. The building is well renovated, colonial style, very beautiful but too much stairs for people over 75 and in Quito (2800m) it is difficult to breathe. The breakfast was very good but in the 3rd floor, beautiful view but more stairs!!
The staff is very helpful. The location is very good, near central plaza. The building is well renovated, colonial style, very beautiful but too much stairs for people over 75 and in Quito (2800m) it is difficult to breathe. The breakfast was very good but in the 3rd floor, beautiful view but more stairs!!
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Wendy
Oct 17, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The room was clean and a really comfortable size, styled beautifully. The staff are extremely helpful and friendly and the breakfast offered was great. They even give you a generous breakfast box for the early morning excursions we had. Overall, highly recommend staying here.
The room was clean and a really comfortable size, styled beautifully. The staff are extremely helpful and friendly and the breakfast offered was great. They even give you a generous breakfast box for the early morning excursions we had. Overall, highly recommend staying here.
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Robert
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Well located, clean, very helpful staff, very good breakfast. Lots of little touches made it a very nice stay.
Well located, clean, very helpful staff, very good breakfast. Lots of little touches made it a very nice stay.
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Julie
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely place to stay in Old Town. We were within walking distance of lots of museums, churches, food, and shopping. The staff was amazing--gave us help finding tourist spots and food and taking the subway (very clean and modern). The free breakfasts were excellent. Only caveat...you need to walk stairs to your rooms (bags were delivered/taken down, so that's covered). Quaint, quirky, and perfect.
Lovely place to stay in Old Town. We were within walking distance of lots of museums, churches, food, and shopping. The staff was amazing--gave us help finding tourist spots and food and taking the subway (very clean and modern). The free breakfasts were excellent. Only caveat...you need to walk stairs to your rooms (bags were delivered/taken down, so that's covered). Quaint, quirky, and perfect.
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Todd
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 3 nights
I cannot recommend this hotel enough. We LOVED everything about it!! It is a charming and cute boutique hotel, so warm and inviting. The location was nice as it was so close to many great restaurants, many of the main sites in the city and near the pickup spots for the tours that we took. The breakfast was outstanding with eggs and fresh fruit with beautiful views of the city from the breakfast room. But by far the best part of our stay was the incredible staff. We have never had such personalized service from any other place that we have ever stayed. The attention and consideration from the staff have spoiled us from this point on as I sincerely doubt any other place will show their guests as much sincere appreciation and care as they did. If you are traveling to Quito, stay here!!! You will not be disappointed!!
I cannot recommend this hotel enough. We LOVED everything about it!! It is a charming and cute boutique hotel, so warm and inviting. The location was nice as it was so close to many great restaurants, many of the main sites in the city and near the pickup spots for the tours that we took. The breakfast was outstanding with eggs and fresh fruit with beautiful views of the city from the breakfast room. But by far the best part of our stay was the incredible staff. We have never had such personalized service from any other place that we have ever stayed. The attention and consideration from the staff have spoiled us from this point on as I sincerely doubt any other place will show their guests as much sincere appreciation and care as they did. If you are traveling to Quito, stay here!!! You will not be disappointed!!
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Maria
Oct 12, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Clean room but thin walls. Did not get breakfast just some fruit to go as I was departing too early!
Clean room but thin walls. Did not get breakfast just some fruit to go as I was departing too early!
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Carlos
Oct 3, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
The location perfect, close to Historical Quito Center. The staff very friendly and helpful. Will definitely stay here again.
The location perfect, close to Historical Quito Center. The staff very friendly and helpful. Will definitely stay here again.
FAQs about Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums
Is parking available at the hotel?
Self parking is available on-site for a fee of USD 20 per night. Reservations are not required.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at the property?
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM until 12:00 AM, and check-out is at 12:00 PM. Early check-in and late check-out are available for a fee of USD 30 each, subject to availability.
Is there an airport shuttle service available?
An airport shuttle service is available for a fee of USD 35 per vehicle, accommodating a maximum of 3 passengers. This service is available 24 hours.
What accessibility features does the hotel offer?
The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. However, specific details about room accessibility are not provided.
Where is the hotel located in relation to key attractions?
The hotel is centrally located in Quito, just a 3-minute walk from Independence Square and 5 minutes from Catedral Metropolitana de Quito. It is approximately 0.8 miles from Basilica of the National Vow and 1.2 miles from El Panecillo.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast, and specific age policies for children are not detailed.
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To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will be asked to provide the property with a copy of their passport before arrival.
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
- Cashless transactions are available
- Long-term renters welcome
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
- Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
- No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- Covered self parking fee: USD 20 per night
- Covered extended parking fee: USD 20 per night
- Early check-in fee: USD 30 (subject to availability)
- Late check-out fee: USD 30 (subject to availability)
- Spa fee: USD 30 per person per day
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