Hotel Mama Cuchara

Location: Nestled in Quito's Centro Histórico, within walking distance of Plaza Santo Domingo and La Ronda neighborhood.

History: Originally a historic residence with a fascinating past - in 1875, it served as a secret meeting place for liberal conspirators planning the assassination of president Gabriel García Moreno. Today, it has been thoughtfully transformed into an art hotel while preserving its historical character.

Services Included:

• Free walking tours to local sights
• Welcome toast from the hotel manager
• Breakfast
• Concierge

Best For: Art enthusiasts and culture seekers, history buffs, luxury travelers, families

Highlights:

• Rooftop bar with observation platform that provides 360° views of Colonial Quito
• Restaurant in the heart of the home that features dishes from many provinces of Ecuador
• Art gallery featuring rotating exhibits of Ecuadorian artists with a sales program that benefits local artists and communities

Illa Experience Hotel

Location: Situated in Quito's San Marcos neighborhood in the Old Town, on a charming cobbled street near the Archive of Architecture museum. Just a five-minute walk from Plaza Grande, Plaza San Francisco, and Plaza Santo Domingo.

History: A meticulously restored 10-bedroom mansion dating back over 300 years to the 17th century. The property showcases unique architectural elements including original poles from the Eiffel Tower and reclaimed doors from the nearby San Francisco monastery. 

Services Included:

• Free walking tours to local sights
• Airport transfer
• Breakfast 
• Pool & spa facilities

Best For: Luxury experiential travelers, culture enthusiasts, food & wine connoisseurs

Highlights:

• Complimentary daily experiences (cooking demonstrations, wine tasting, hat weaving, etc.)
• Staff escort service to nearby plazas
• Rooftop bar with Panecillo mountain views & a farm-to-table restaurant

Hotel Plaza Grande

Location: Occupies a prime position on the corner of Plaza de la Independencia (Plaza Grande), Quito's main square. Neighbors include the Presidential Palace, Metropolitan Cathedral, Archbishop's Palace, and City Hall - placing guests at the absolute heart of historic Quito.

History: One of Quito's first hotels, the building was originally a Spanish colonial mansion belonging to Juan Diaz de Hidalgo, one of the city's earliest colonial inhabitants. The property has undergone extensive renovation and remodeling to transform it into a luxury boutique hotel while preserving its historic character.

Services Included:

• Breakfast 
• Complimentary wine & Ecuadorian chocolates in rooms
• Spa services

Best For: Travelers prioritizing central location, history enthusiasts, families

Highlights:

• Walking distance to the most popular locations in Quito, major government buildings and attractions
• Rooftop terrace
• Restaurant featuring regional Ecuadorian cuisine

Casa Gangotena

Location: Situated beside the iconic San Francisco Plaza in Quito's Old Town, offering immediate access to the historic quarter's attractions.

History: Originally home to several Republican-era presidents before being acquired by the prestigious Gangotena family, who undertook extensive renovations to create an architectural masterpiece. The mansion's historical and cultural significance earned it a place in the capital's cultural heritage inventory.

Services Included:

• Breakfast 
• Room service (additional charge)
• Luxury L’Occitanne bathroom amenities & fresh food plate in room

Best For: History enthusiasts, food connoisseurs, luxury travelers, families

Highlights:

• Fine dining restaurant offering reimagined Ecuadorian cuisine with tasting menu
• Rooftop terrace serving tapas and desserts
• Guest-exclusive experiences: historical tours, museum visits, cooking classes, chocolate shop visits, etc.

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