Although Quito can be a bit scary (I witnessed a mugging in the early evening and a friend's handbag was stolen off of her shoulder in daylight), I felt totally safe at the Traveller's Inn at Calle La Pinta and Rio Amazonas. This was a decent neighborhood (2 blocks from the Marriott) and it has a locked gate that is... more

The Amazon Inn is great, mostly due to the service provided by the staff. They pick you up for free at the airport or the bus terminal, and that is appreciated. They often organize cheap day trips within Ecuador. The price is not too high for a hotel so nice-looking. The hotel also has a travel agency so that you... more

This is a lovely excellent-value guesthouse in Quito. We stayed here twice and also booked a tour through them. Rooms are spacious and immaculately clean, many with private bathroom. The guesthouse is run by a very friendly and welcoming Ecuadorian family, many of whom speak good English. Facilities are excellent and include free internet, laundry facilities, TV, lounge, tour booking.... more