We stayed at the Casa Joaquin boutique hotel in the Mariscal region of Quito on 3 separate occasions on our recent 1 month tour of Ecuador. Each time we... read more arrived we were greeted by Francisco with a big smile, impeccably clean rooms, fantastic breakfast with delicious coffee and recommendations for restaurants in the area. The hotel is in close proximity to the lively “party” area but also offer several great brewpubs with great casual inexpensive food options. (Highly recommend Cherusker brewpub see separate review). Despite easy walking to lots of action we found our room to be very quiet for great night sleeps between our other Ecuadorian adventures. Many of the other tourists we met opted to stay in the Old part of the city and while I do believe the restaurant options may be superior in the old town, we found the area we were in to be non-threatening when we walked around after dark which made it far preferable for us to the stories we heard of safety concerns in the old town. Just overall a perfect spot for us!

  I recently stayed here twice during my trip to Ecuador. Everything was fantastic! The rooms were clean, breakfast was fabulous and Francisco was very accomodating, kind and interesting to talk... read more to. I highly recommend staying here!

  If you are himhawing around about where to stay in Quito, just book it. You will not be disappointed.
In fact, you will be pleasantly surprised. ... read more The hotel is absolutely charming! Clean and comfy beyond expectation. Francisco and his family will go out of their way to make your stay welcoming. Breakfast is included. Also, if you need a ride from the airport he will book a cab for you at a very reasonable rate. Good neighborhood. Close to restaurants.
Just do it!