Casa Gangotena

Heritage cosmopolitan boutique.

Situated at the heart of Quito’s Old Town, Casa Gangotena can be found on the southwest corner of San Francisco Plaza. Built on the spot once held by temples and presidential residences, the Ecuador hotel offers a perfect spot for explorations of this UNESCO World Heritage city.

Insider Tip

Don't miss the exclusive cultural immersions to unique, authentic locations such as the Carmen Alto Museum and San Francisco Brewery.

Where You’re Staying

Elegant accommodations feature Art Deco furniture and tall ceilings that help bring in the Andean sunlight. Rooms and suites feature views of the Calle Cuenca, the garden, Panecillo Hill, or San Francisco Plaza, with select rooms including friezes and murals.

Where to Dine

Casa Gangotena’s restaurant serves Ecuadorian cuisine that makes use of the country’s rich ingredients. Café Quinteño is the equivalent of high tea and provides a chance to enjoy premium Ecuadorian coffees, pastries, and sandwiches.

Where to Relax

The Limpia Andina ceremony offered at the hotel that uses local herbs and plants to help expel negative energy from the body.

What to Do

Explore the streets, plazas, and passageways of Old Town. Sample chocolate from different regions around Ecuador. Visit the Church and Convent of San Francisco for an exclusive tour of the church towers, an area usually accessible only to bell ringers.

Features

Boutique

Historic

Tropical

Urban