What's it like in River City?

Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Guayaquil's River City neighbourhood. Are you looking for River City travel tips? Make sure that you visit Santa Ana Hill and Botanical Garden while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in River City?

Based on our traveller data, Wyndham Guayaquil Puerto Santa Ana is one of the top choices for your stay in River City. This hotel offers a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Other good options for your stay in the area include Luxury Suites Riverfront GYE and Hotel Río Guayas by Art Hotels Ecuador .

How many hotels are there in River City?

Expedia has 106 hotels and other accommodation options in River City to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Guayaquil area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in River City, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review top deals in River City.

What is there to do in this Guayaquil neighbourhood?

Spend some time exploring the natural setting of River City with a visit to Santa Ana Hill and Botanical Garden. Numa Pompilio Llona Street and Artisan Market are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around River City include Emporium by The Point, La Perla and Museum of Anthropology and Contemporary Art. While you're out sightseeing in Guayaquil, make sure that you visit other sights such as Santa Ana Garden or El Carmen Hill.

The Best Hotels in River City, Guayaquil - 2026 Updated Prices

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Our top choices for River City hotels

A modern bar area with a bar counter, seating, and a large window.

1. Wyndham Guayaquil Puerto Santa Ana

River City

Isabel

₹12,043 total

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a pool, and a city view at sunset.

2. River View suites Puerto Santa Ana gye

River City

Aaliyah

₹9,698 total

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A rooftop pool with a view of the city skyline.

3. Luxury Suites Riverfront GYE

River City

Pedro

₹8,082 total

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A grand room with ornate chandeliers, a large sofa, a round armchair, and a fireplace.

4. Mansión del Río

River City

Mary Grant

₹5,648 total

30 Sept - 1 Oct

An outdoor cafe with tables and chairs, surrounded by trees and buildings.

5. Fortune Hotel

River City

MARIA

₹4,817 total

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A bathroom with a bathtub, a stone wall, a window with a view, and a table with chairs.

6. Hotel Río Guayas by Art Hotels Ecuador

River City

septimiu

₹38,900 total

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A bedroom with a bed, pillows, a fan, and a painting on the wall.

7. Malecon Guesthouse

River City

₹2,385 total

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A cocktail on a marble table with a pool in the background.

8. Hotel Patrimonial by Greenfield

Downtown Guayaquil, 1 km from River City

Julio

₹4,322 total

1 Sept - 2 Sept

An aerial view of a hotel with a swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery and a decorative garden.

9. Grand Hotel Guayaquil, Centro Histórico.

Rocafuerte, 1.8 km from River City

Maria Dorila

₹7,698 total

28 Sept - 29 Sept

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, potted plants, and a view of trees through large windows.

10. Ibis Styles El Malecon Guayaquil

Downtown Guayaquil, 1.4 km from River City

George S

₹6,439 total

4 Sept - 5 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and potted plants.

11. Hotel Ramada

Downtown Guayaquil, 1 km from River City

Sixto

₹6,105 total

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A hotel lobby with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, seating area, and decorative columns.

12. Hotel Palace Guayaquil

Rocafuerte, 1.5 km from River City

Marlaynna

₹6,934 total

5 Sept - 6 Sept

A person in a swimsuit and red hat sitting on a green inflatable ring in a pool.

13. Oro Verde Guayaquil

Downtown Guayaquil, 1.8 km from River City

VICENTE

₹9,682 total

12 Sept - 13 Sept

A modern lobby with large windows, a staircase, and comfortable seating areas.

14. Doubletree By Hilton Guayaquil

Downtown Guayaquil, 1.4 km from River City

₹8,244 total

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a painting, and a desk.

15. Hotel GH Alexander

Rocafuerte, 1.8 km from River City

Monty

₹2,800 total

31 Aug - 1 Sept

16. DC Suites Aeropuerto

Simón Bolívar, 3.2 km from River City

Gerald

₹3,529 total

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A modern bar area with a bar counter, stools, and a seating area with a table and chairs.

17. Wyndham Garden Guayaquil

Simón Bolívar, 3 km from River City

Giselle

₹7,981 total

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

18. Hotel Las Peñas

Rocafuerte, 1.4 km from River City

Melida

₹3,804 total

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A gym with various exercise equipment, including a stationary bike, an elliptical trainer, and a treadmill. There is a potted plant and a mirror on the wall.

19. Hotel Cityzen Guayaquil

Roca, 1.3 km from River City

Tahmidul

₹4,843 total

4 Sept - 5 Sept

A reception desk with a marble top and a modern light fixture above it.

20. TRYP by Wyndham Guayaquil Airport

Simón Bolívar, 3.1 km from River City

Carlos

₹9,577 total

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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Compare popular hotels in River City

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Wyndham Guayaquil Puerto Santa Ana	4.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Luxury Suites Riverfront GYE	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 109 reviews	View
River View suites Puerto Santa Ana gye	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 62 reviews	View
Hotel Río Guayas by Art Hotels Ecuador	4.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 4 reviews	View
Mansión del Río	3.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 146 reviews	View

Where to stay in River City

Find the best River City areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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Ecuador

Ecuador might not have many top sights, but C.C. Riocentro Sur and Mall del Sur are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Downtown Guayaquil

Travellers come to Downtown Guayaquil for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Sports Federation of Guayas and Central Market while you're in town.

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A densely packed urban area with numerous buildings and a prominent tower on a hill.

Puerto Santa Ana

Restaurants and river views are some things travellers note about Puerto Santa Ana. Check out Santa Ana Hill or Botanical Garden while you're familiarising yourself with the larger area.

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Kennedy

Unique features of Kennedy include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by San Marino Mall or Policentro while you're exploring the area.

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Urdesa

Urdesa is well liked for its restaurants. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Guayaquil area, you might plan a trip to San Marino Mall or Policentro.

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