Sierra

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Basilica of the National Vow showing a church or cathedral, interior views and religious elements
La Carolina showing flowers, wildflowers and a park
Basilica of the National Vow featuring interior views, a church or cathedral and religious aspects
Basilica of the National Vow featuring a city

Where to stay in Sierra

La Merced Church showing a square or plaza and a church or cathedral

Quito Historic Center

4/5(9 area reviews)

Churches, museums and shopping are just a few things travellers like about Quito Historic Center. Sights like Independence Square and Catedral Metropolitana de Quito are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Quito area at San Francisco Station.

Quito Historic Center
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Downtown Cuenca

Downtown Cuenca is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by New Cathedral of Cuenca and University of Cuenca's Orchid Garden while in the area.

Downtown Cuenca
La Carolina which includes a garden and a pond

La Carolina

Travellers choose La Carolina for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Carolina Station or Iñaquito Station and check out top sights like El Jardin Mall.

La Carolina
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Cuenca Historic Center

While you're in Cuenca Historic Center, take in top sights like Plaza Rotary Market and jump on the metro at Gaspar Sangurima Tram Station to see more of the city.

Cuenca Historic Center
Quito showing interior views, a church or cathedral and heritage elements

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
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
Wyndham Quito Airport

Wyndham Quito Airport

5 out of 5
Parroquia Tababela S/N Via Yaruqui, Aeropuerto Mariscal Sucre, Tababela, Pichincha
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM533 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
RM533
RM598 total
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Tababela. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,139 reviews)
"The staff clearly are excited by being able to work at this hotel and serve the clientele. There is a pride that shines through."

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

Wyndham Quito Airport
Holiday Inn Quito Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Quito Airport by IHG

4 out of 5
Solar Numero 4, Barrio Santa Rosa, Calle conector Alpachaca y calle Cotopax, Tababela, Quito
The price is RM337 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
RM337
RM343 total
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Tababela. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"The staffs very friendly and patient, the rooms and facilities are clean and modern, and the shuttle from Quito airport was easy and fast. Wonderful first experience in Quito!"

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

Holiday Inn Quito Airport by IHG
Apartamento 3 habitaciones y parqueo

Apartamento 3 habitaciones y parqueo

3 out of 5
Cantón Marcabelí, Cuenca, Azuay
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Cuenca. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Mall del Rio and Galeria FVega are located ...
"Es una muy buena opción pero el parqueo es dificil y si existen más huéspedes hay que parquear en fila y pedir que retiren el auto, molestoso pero manejable. Un punto que si no me agradò es el hecho de que existe un solo baño. Es dificil con una familia grande."

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2024

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Edificio Tofino

Edificio Tofino

3 out of 5
Av. Naciones Unidas, Quito, Pichincha
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Quito. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Naciones Unidas Boulevard and Iñaquito ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (26 reviews)
"Nice place right in the center of town. It is very hard to initially find using the address but if you enter the name of the hotel in Google map it will take right there."

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2025

Edificio Tofino
Acqualina Suites and Spa

Acqualina Suites and Spa

4.5 out of 5
& Irlanda, Quito, Pichincha
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Quito. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Botanical Garden of Quito ...
"The apartment is nice, but be aware that the owner is quite inflexible. When we learned we were unable to have friends over in the apartment (building policy not mentioned to us at any point), we requested to leave. The owner was completely inflexible, and threated to charge us additional an amount ..."

Reviewed on 26 Aug 2024

Acqualina Suites and Spa
Le Parc Residences

Le Parc Residences

4.5 out of 5
Av Moscú N34 y Av República del Salvador, Quito, Pichincha
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Quito. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Botanical Garden of Quito ...
7.6/10 Good! (22 reviews)
"Great location and safe neighborhood."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025

Le Parc Residences
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Popular places to visit

Mitad del Mundo Monument showing a garden, a square or plaza and a monument

Monument to the Equator

Stand with one foot in each hemisphere at this monument to the site where the equator is marked, then spend time in the accompanying planetarium and museum.

Monument to the Equator
Cotopaxi National Park featuring tranquil scenes and a sunset

Cotopaxi National Park

Visit this national park to discover an active volcano, explore mountain forests and Andean tundra, and say “hola” to a llama.

Cotopaxi National Park
La Carolina showing flowers, wildflowers and a park

Parque La Carolina

Parque La Carolina is just one of the places to see in Quito, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.

Parque La Carolina
La Mariscal Craft Market showing interior views, street scenes and markets

La Mariscal Craft Market

From Panama hats and wood carvings to musical instruments and hand-knitted items, this vibrant market offers a wide range of Ecuadorian souvenirs and crafts.

La Mariscal Craft Market
Termas de Papallacta

Termas de Papallacta

You can take time to visit Termas de Papallacta during your travels to Papallacta. Visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Termas de Papallacta
Quilotoa Lagoon

Quilotoa Lagoon

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Quilotoa Lagoon during your travels in Chugchilan. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

Quilotoa Lagoon

Things to do

Picture 2 for Activity Conquer Sierra Negra Volcano! Expedition to the lava fields

Hiking Sierra Negra Volcano- Volcan Chico lava fields

RM321
per adult
Hiking Sierra Negra Volcano- Volcan Chico lava fields
Sierra Negra Volcano Galapagos Horse Riding

Sierra Negra Volcano Galapagos Horse Riding

RM1,707
per adult
Sierra Negra Volcano Galapagos Horse Riding
Galapagos horse riding the ridges of Sierra Negra Volcano

Galapagos horse riding the ridges of Sierra Negra Volcano

RM1,840
per adult
Galapagos horse riding the ridges of Sierra Negra Volcano
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Quito featuring landscape views and a city

Quito

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