Quito in Ecuador is the second highest capital in Latin America, with the equator passing just north of the city. Lying in a long narrow valley, the setting is dramatised by the slopes of the Pichincha Volcano to one side and the gorge of Machangara on the other. The old UNESCO city has beautiful colonial buildings, ornate churches, plazas and cobbled streets and its highlights include Independence Square, the beautiful La Compania Jesuit church and the Panecillo Hill with its spectacular views over Quito.
Cafe Cultura is a 24 bedroom hotel in an old colonial style town house, right in the heart of the newer part of the city, which is very convenient.
Casa Aliso is a secluded hotel well known to the experienced traveller
The JW Marriott is a business-class hotel located adjacent to the popular La Mariscal neighbourhood where restaurants and bars are in abound.
Patio Andaluz is a colonial style house that has been renovated and turned into a very charming small hotel with 30 rooms.
A new boutique-style hotel in the heart of Quito's colonial centre
The Swissotel boasts an excellent reputation and service and is the top class hotel of Quito.
