Continental Hotel
Chile 512 y 10 de Agosto, Guayaquil 090150 Ecuador
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#14 of 74 hotels in Guayaquil
Location
4.6
Rooms
4.0
Value
3.9
Cleanliness
4.3
Service
4.2
Sleep Quality
4.1
The Continental Hotel is tradition , comfort and passion for service . Our hospitality has made us a reference for executives and tourists, domestic and international . We are less than 15 minutes from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo International Airport. The Continental Hotel is strategically located in the tourist , historical, commercial and banking center of Guayaquil. Our cuisine distinguishes us in the city ; in culinary matters, we immodestly , the best of Guayaquil. You will feel at every moment hospitality that characterizes us and that is part of our excellence. All our guests are special, we invite you to be one of them and liveContinental Style !
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Free breakfast
Airport transportation
Business Center with Internet Access
Conference facilities
Massage
Baggage storage
Parking garage
Wifi
Bar / lounge
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Breakfast buffet
Breakfast in the room
Banquet room
Meeting rooms
Salon
Concierge
Non-smoking hotel
Shops
24-hour front desk
Express check-in / check-out
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Ironing service
Room features
Air conditioning
Room service
Safe
Flatscreen TV
Room types
Non-smoking rooms
Suites
Family rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
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HOTEL STYLE
Park View
Classic
Languages Spoken
English, Spanish
Location
Chile 512 y 10 de Agosto, Guayaquil 090150 Ecuador
Getting there
Good for walkers
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Grade: 81 out of 100
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Extremely happy with their attention and help. The room Super clean and when we needed something it was done right away. From extra pillows to a new TV, not hesitation, 5 minutes later, it was in our room. The breakfast is fantastic. Fresh fruits, breads, coffee, juices....goes on and on.
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Date of stay: February 2020
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Response from Roberto Quintero, Director General at Continental Hotel
Responded Mar 6, 2020
Thank you for sharing your opinion of our service with other people. For us it was a pleasure to have served them and we are glad that your experience has been satisfactory. We hope you can visit us again soon.
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total satisfaction in attention.
I will return on next trips with the rest of my family, to enjoy Guayaquil, and stay at the Hotel.
On work or vacation trips, I will return to your facilities, which are very close to tourist places and public offices
I will return on next trips with the rest of my family, to enjoy Guayaquil, and stay at the Hotel.
On work or vacation trips, I will return to your facilities, which are very close to tourist places and public offices
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Date of stay: March 2020
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Response from Roberto Quintero, Director General at Continental Hotel
Responded Mar 13, 2020
Thank you for sharing your opinion of our service with other people. For us it was a pleasure to have served them and we are glad that your experience has been satisfactory. We hope you can visit us again soon.
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This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Great location across the street from iguana park and church. You can walk to the Guayaquil Malecon and Las Penas. Then you can go to the waterfront and past Las Penas to riverfront area where there are restaurants and bars. Clean room...mine had a crappy view of the roof but so what ?
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Date of stay: January 2020Trip type: Traveled solo
Room Tip:Â see if any rooms are available with a view other than the roof !
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Response from HotelContinentalEC, Director Comercial at Continental Hotel
Responded Jan 21, 2020
Thank you for sharing your opinion of our service with other people. For us it was a pleasure to have served them and we are glad that your experience has been satisfactory. We hope you can visit us again soon.
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Great place to walk to Guayaquil highlights including river front. Friendly and helpful staff. Went out and bought phone SIM card and umbrella for me at a very low cost. Excellent breakfast. Clean, basic single room. Very quiet.
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Date of stay: January 2020
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Response from HotelContinentalEC, Director Comercial at Continental Hotel
Responded Feb 11, 2020
Thank you for sharing your opinion of our service with other people. For us it was a pleasure to have served them and we are glad that your experience has been satisfactory. We hope you can visit us again soon.
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Can’t beat the location. Clean and comfortable rooms.
Right next to Malecon and the Parque de Iguanas. Good for one night and a quick view of Guayaquil where location matters the most and you just what a simple clean and comfortable room for the night.
Right next to Malecon and the Parque de Iguanas. Good for one night and a quick view of Guayaquil where location matters the most and you just what a simple clean and comfortable room for the night.
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Date of stay: January 2020
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Response from HotelContinentalEC, Director Comercial at Continental Hotel
Responded Jan 2, 2020
Thank you for sharing your opinion of our service with other people. For us it was a pleasure to have served them and we are glad that your experience has been satisfactory. We hope you can visit us again soon.
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Comfortable amenities for a good price! Does not disappoint every time I stay here. However could benefit from an overall upgrade for esthetic. The staff are friendly and very helpful. It is actually the same staff from when I use to stay at the Continental (15-20 years ago). Definitely family oriented and friendly establishment.
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Date of stay: March 2020
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I have visited Guayaquil several times in the past two years and have always stayed at the Hotel Continental. The rooms are large, comfortable, very clean and some have a lovely view of the Parque de Iguana and the Cathedral (which is beautifully lighted at night.) They have always been accomodating to me in terms of giving me the room with a view. The bell staff are very friendly and helpful.. They actually remember me each time I visit. The breakfast buffet (included with the room) is very good and fast, which is very handy when one has an early departure from the airport. The hotel is centrally located, only 5 minutes to the Malecon or shopping areas. It is pleasant to stroll in the park across the street. The bar and restaurant are highly rated with excellent food and service. The only negative I can think of is the unfriendly (almost) surly man who acts as cashier!
They have recently raised the rates a bit, but it is still a bargain compared with room rates in large city hotels in the USA.
They have recently raised the rates a bit, but it is still a bargain compared with room rates in large city hotels in the USA.
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With a better location than Hotel Ramada and more affordable than the (excellent) Hampton Inn, Hotel Continental is a solid choice. Service, service, service is what this hotel is all about. Reservations can usually be made without a credit card and without having to worry about getting in by 6 p.m. The price includes full breakfast.
Standard rooms are average-sized, comfortable and spotless.
Downsides - plumbing isn’t the best, as water usage in other rooms will leave you with sporadically scalding bath water.
Also, in contrast with Hotel Ramada and Hampton, airport shuttles are generally not available with Continental, which leaves you bargaining directly with (hopefully legitimate) cab drivers at the airport. Upon checking out, the bellman will hail a cab and make sure you’re not overcharged. ($4 to the airport is about right.) But that’s not the same thing as calling a cab, and therefore no guarantee of getting a legitimate taxi.
Standard rooms are average-sized, comfortable and spotless.
Downsides - plumbing isn’t the best, as water usage in other rooms will leave you with sporadically scalding bath water.
Also, in contrast with Hotel Ramada and Hampton, airport shuttles are generally not available with Continental, which leaves you bargaining directly with (hopefully legitimate) cab drivers at the airport. Upon checking out, the bellman will hail a cab and make sure you’re not overcharged. ($4 to the airport is about right.) But that’s not the same thing as calling a cab, and therefore no guarantee of getting a legitimate taxi.
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Date of stay: February 2007
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Our flight was canceled and not only would they not refund our money, we tried to attempt to stay there another night since we had already paid and they said no. I emailed 3 times, even emailed the manager and never got a response. I even had hotels.com call them and no one spoke English when they tried. I have never had a hotel that was so not understanding or willing to help, especially since we were trying to book there 5 nights after the fact. So we stayed at the Marriott and it was wonderful!!!
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Date of stay: June 2011Trip type: Traveled with friends
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This hotel is nice but NOT rpt NOT a 5 star hotel as indicated! Think Ramada in in Detroit or a la Quinta... 2-3 stars and ok... but not 5 Star RITZ CARLTON or St. Regis. Service is ok and the breakfast is ok. The room is NOT as advertised! The Photos from the site were deceptive on the sitting area and the sitting space is not as advertised. IF YOU WANT A HOT SHOWER... well don't come here! Bedding is little more than a sheet and there are not blankets in the closet.
So I NEVER WRITE REVIEWS ON ROOMS... but in this case I have opted to write a review because when I raised the issue with the hotel they basically said sorry but it is what it is... I asked to check out early and was told that due to their cancellation policy they were charging the full amount. When I raised that the rooms are advertised as a 5 star hotel and the quality of the hotel is far from a 5 star the front desk employee, Maria Jose, acknowledged this fact. I requested that the hotel allow me to end my stay and receive a reimbursement for the nights not used at the hotel and was told this was not possible... I tried to explain that the fact that this hotel falsely represents itself as a 5 star location, which is an acknowledged fallacy, and my desire to switch to another hotel and still the hotel was not willing to budge on its "cancellation policy."
Instead of continuing to fight this hotel, I believe that the proper forum is this review.
DO NOT GIVE THIS HOTEL YOUR BUSINESS WHEN THERE ARE FAR NICER OPTIONS IN TOWN...
So I NEVER WRITE REVIEWS ON ROOMS... but in this case I have opted to write a review because when I raised the issue with the hotel they basically said sorry but it is what it is... I asked to check out early and was told that due to their cancellation policy they were charging the full amount. When I raised that the rooms are advertised as a 5 star hotel and the quality of the hotel is far from a 5 star the front desk employee, Maria Jose, acknowledged this fact. I requested that the hotel allow me to end my stay and receive a reimbursement for the nights not used at the hotel and was told this was not possible... I tried to explain that the fact that this hotel falsely represents itself as a 5 star location, which is an acknowledged fallacy, and my desire to switch to another hotel and still the hotel was not willing to budge on its "cancellation policy."
Instead of continuing to fight this hotel, I believe that the proper forum is this review.
DO NOT GIVE THIS HOTEL YOUR BUSINESS WHEN THERE ARE FAR NICER OPTIONS IN TOWN...
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Date of stay: February 2018Trip type: Traveled solo
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Response from Roberto Q, Director Comercial at Continental Hotel
Responded Feb 17, 2018
Thanks for writing us. The room that you buy is exactly the same as one of the photos that appear on our WEB. It's a pity that I did not mention the subject of the price I paid, there the public would have known the deceptiveness of you comment. Actually we are not 5 star hotel, but the service you receive is much higher than the low price you pay. On the hot water all our rooms have it, if you know how to open the correct key. It's a shame what happened. I hope you feel good. Good day.
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Hi, breakfast incluided rate, room service and all our restaurants increses 22% of taxes, no adicional carges.
Dear Miss Judith,
Thanks for choosing us, we will gladly keep your luggage in our warehouse in our custody.
You can book in our web page.
We hope your visit.
Best regards,
Pamela Tavra
Front Desk and Rersevatio Manager
Perfect, please make your booking into our web, thanks
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LOCATION
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NUMBER OF ROOMS
91
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Frequently Asked Questions about Continental Hotel
Which popular attractions are close to Continental Hotel?
Nearby attractions include Parque Seminario (0.09 miles), Hemiciclo de la Rotonda (0.3 miles), and Iglesia San Francisco (0.2 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Continental Hotel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and an on-site restaurant.
What food & drink options are available at Continental Hotel?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at Continental Hotel?
Yes, free parking and a parking garage are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Continental Hotel?
Conveniently located restaurants include La Pepa De Oro, Mercado del RĂo, and Unipark Hotel.
Does Continental Hotel have airport transportation?
Yes, Continental Hotel offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Are any cleaning services offered at Continental Hotel?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Does Continental Hotel offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers a business center, meeting rooms, and a banquet room.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Continental Hotel?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Spanish.
Are there any historical sites close to Continental Hotel?
Many travelers enjoy visiting Cementerio Patrimonial de Guayaquil (1.1 miles), Palacio de la Gobernacion del Guayas (0.2 miles), and Kessem Style Trip (4.9 miles).
Does Continental Hotel have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the park view available here.