Quito Historic Center Travel Guide

Quito

A historic courtyard with a central fountain, white domed towers, and arched colonnades.
A historic square with a prominent church tower, stone buildings, and a pedestrian walkway.
An ornate church interior with intricate golden decorations, a central altar, and rows of pews.
A densely packed hillside town with colorful buildings and a prominent red and white structure in the background.
A cityscape with a prominent hill and a church on top.

Stay near popular Quito Historic Center attractions

A grand entrance with a large archway, steps leading up to it, and statues on either side.

Catedral Metropolitana de Quito

9.4/10 (1,122 reviews)
Discover one of the oldest churches in South America, featuring an intriguing mix of architectural styles, magnificent Catholic artworks and a fascinating history.
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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 ₹6,537 per night from 26 Nov to 27 Nov
₹6,537
₹6,679 total
26 Nov - 27 Nov
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! (510 reviews)
"Lovely ambience. Friendly and helpful staff. Excellent location."

Reviewed on 23 Oct 2026

Hotel San Francisco de Quito
Rossa Mia Hotel Boutique

Rossa Mia Hotel Boutique

3 out of 5
0e3-33 Mejía Quito Pichincha
The price is ₹4,068 per night from 26 Nov to 27 Nov
₹4,068
₹4,543 total
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Stay at this hotel in Quito. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Parque La Carolina and Atahualpa Olympic Stadium ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (28 reviews)
"Clean room, great staff, breakfast was perfecto and many things to do nearby. Shops, parks and restaurants. Offering fans in rooms for guest will help alleviate street noise. Or white noise machines. I’ll stay there again. Taxi drivers to and from airport are great too. Thanks 😊"

Reviewed on 26 Oct 2026

Rossa Mia Hotel Boutique
Vista del Angel Hotel Boutique

Vista del Angel Hotel Boutique

4 out of 5
Cotopaxi N 9- 17 y Esmeraldas Quito
The price is ₹11,116 per night from 26 Nov to 27 Nov
₹11,116
₹12,631 total
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Stay at this hotel in Quito. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Vista del Angel Hotel Boutique
Hotel Plaza Grande

Hotel Plaza Grande

5 out of 5
Garcia Moreno N5-16 Y Chile Quito Pichincha
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹17,090 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
₹17,090
₹19,060 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
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! (277 reviews)
"The dinner was food really not tasty. The room is nice but you can tell the years in it. A bit pricy for what’s offered."

Reviewed on 24 Oct 2026

Hotel Plaza Grande
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 ₹9,043 per night from 26 Nov to 27 Nov
₹9,043
₹9,043 total
26 Nov - 27 Nov
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (198 reviews)
"Great staff and clean room"

Reviewed on 25 Oct 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 ₹9,494 per night from 26 Nov to 27 Nov
₹9,494
₹10,741 total
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Stay at this boutique hotel in Quito. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
La Casona de la Ronda Boutique Hotel
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Where to stay in Quito Historic Center

Find the best Quito Historic Center areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A cityscape with a large park in the center, surrounded by buildings and roads.

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 Botanical Garden of Quito.

A cathedral with Gothic architecture amidst a densely packed urban area.
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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.

A mural on a building with the text 'Mercado Artesanal La Mariscal' and a date 'Desde 1999'.

La Mariscal

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.

An aerial view of a large oval-shaped park with a running track, a red sports field, and a river running through the middle.

Batán Grande

While you're in Batán Grande, take in top sights like Botanical Garden of Quito and jump on the metro at Carolina Station to see more of the city.

La Floresta

La Floresta is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Abya Yala Museum and Trude Sojka Cultural House.

Quito Historic Center Travel Guide