Located on the Plaza San Francisco in the heart of Quito’s UNESCO-listed colonial quarter, Casa Gangotena is widely regarded as the finest luxury hotel in the city, and one of the best-positioned for guests who want to make the most of their time in the capital, particularly if drawn to Quito’s history and culture.
Casa Gangotena sits directly on the Plaza San Francisco, with one of Quito’s most spectacular colonial churches on its doorstep and the streets of the historic centre immediately beyond. For guests with only a morning and an afternoon to explore the city, the location is unmatched — churches, plazas, markets and museums are all within easy walking distance, and no time is lost to transfers.
As a member of Relais & Châteaux, the hotel holds itself to a high standard of comfort and service across its 31 rooms and suites, each individually designed and many overlooking the plaza or the surrounding rooftops of the old city.
The kitchen is led by Chef Emilio Dalmau, whose cooking draws on Ecuador’s native ingredients — quinoa, seafood, chocolate and more — reframed through a contemporary lens. His menu reflects Ecuador’s culinary past, present and future, and is considered among the finest dining experiences in the capital.
Casa Gangotena makes a natural starting point for a guided day in Quito’s colonial quarter. We can arrange a privately guided exploration of the historic centre — taking in the Basílica del Voto Nacional, La Compañía de Jesús, the González Suárez viewpoints and the city’s celebrated markets — as a half-day or full-day experience.
See our tour of Quito’s historic center →
Please refer to our Rates page for pricing details for this extension.
To arrange a Quito extension with Casa Gangotena as part of your Galápagos journey, please contact one of our Safari Designers.