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Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums

3.0 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near Independence Square

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Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Independence Square and Catedral Metropolitana de Quito. Free perks include WiFi and cooked-to-order breakfast daily between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM. Other highlights at this Colonial hotel include a snack bar/deli and a terrace. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: San Francisco Station is 6 minutes away.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10, Loved by guests
Top-rated by travelers

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant
  • Self parking
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Airport drop-off service
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Feel at home (6)

  • Living room
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Premium bedding
  • Self parking (surcharge)
The current price is $101
$101 total
May 24 - May 25

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds

Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Single Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds

Standard Single Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Twin Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds

Superior Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Exclusive Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Ensuite | Premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds

Exclusive Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Ensuite

  • Garden view
  • 60 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds

Classic Studio Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
Calle Junin OE1 - 61 y, Juan Jose Flores, Centro Historico, Quito, EC170401

What's nearby

  • Independence Square - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Catedral Metropolitana de Quito - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • St. Francis Catholic Church - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • El Panecillo - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Basilica of the National Vow - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Mariscal Sucre Intl. Airport (UIO) - 64 min drive
  • Universidad Central Station - 11 min drive
  • Tambillo Station - 22 min drive
  • Chimbacalle Station - 27 min walk
  • San Francisco Station - 6 min walk
  • La Alameda Station - 21 min walk
  • El Ejido Station - 29 min walk
  • Airport drop-off service

Restaurants

  • ‪Hasta la vuelta Señor - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Lavid - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cafeteria Modelo - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cafeteria Fabiolita - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Las Espumillas De La Michelena - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums

  • Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Independence Square and Catedral Metropolitana de Quito. Free perks include WiFi and cooked-to-order breakfast daily between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM. Other highlights at this Colonial hotel include a snack bar/deli and a terrace. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: San Francisco Station is 6 minutes away.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 18 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Covered onsite self parking (USD 20 per night)
    • Covered onsite extended parking (USD 20 per night)
    • Onsite garage
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Transfers

    • Airport drop off on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Private dining
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Karaoke

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • Built in 1748
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Colonial architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Lever door handles
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Down comforter
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished
  • Separate living room

Freshen up

  • Bathtub only
  • Designer toiletries
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Mobile key entry
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Ecuador Value-Added Tax (VAT) at 15%. A VAT exemption is available to travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing they are not a resident of Ecuador.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 35 per vehicle. Maximum occupancy 3
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 30 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 30 (subject to availability)
  • Spa access is available for an extra charge of USD 30 per person per day

Parking

  • Covered self parking costs USD 20 per night
  • Covered extended parking costs USD 20 per night

Policies

This property does not have elevators.

Long-term renters welcome.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club

Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Friend's Hostel Quito

Friend's Quito

Friend's

Friends Quito

Friends Hotel Rooftop

Friends Hotel Rooftop by DOT Tradition

Friends Hotel Rooftop by DOT Collection

Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums Hotel

Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums Quito

Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums Hotel Quito

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 20 per night. Extended parking costs USD 20 per night.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums?

Yes, a shuttle from the hotel to the airport is available. The charge is USD 35 per vehicle.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge of USD 30 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 30 (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Independence Square (3-min walk) and Catedral Metropolitana de Quito (5-min walk), along with El Panecillo (12-min walk) and Basilica of the National Vow (0.9 mi).

Are there restaurants at or near Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums like?

Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums is in Quito Historic Center, a short 6-minute walk from San Francisco Station and 3 minutes' walk from Independence Square.

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Reviews

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9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently delicious and varied, often made fresh each morning with a generous selection of options. (28 reviews)
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Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, clean rooms Fabulous breakfast and view
Janet, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We had a great stay at Friends. The staff were extremely knowledgable and helpful. It is a great location
Stephanie, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We had a wonderful stay. The staff were all very helpful and accommodating, and the breakfast was a perfect way to start each day. Plus, the location was perfect for exploring the historical sites.
Angela, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful hotel. Beautiful old building. Centrally located for the old town. Staff are really friendly. Rooms are well appointed and clean. The altitude gets you on the walk up the stairs but you get acclimatised quickly! The dining room has the best views in the city. And the breakfasts are really delicious. And the chef is fantastic at altering the offering for any dietary. Highly recommend
cassie, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Everything about this place was excellent! From check in to check out, all staff were extremely helpful and friendly.
Tammy, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The complete staff was excellent, friendly and helpful in every way. The rooms were clean and the place is amazing. Eating a delicious breakfast overlooking Quito was amazing. Can’t say enough good things about my stay there.
Looking out over Quito from the breakfast room
Larry, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was amazing and the breakfast was top notch
Brandi, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The staff at this hotel are excellent. Super helpful and friendly. Location is great and staff give great recommendations for activities and restaurants in the area.
Maryanne, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was awesome and very helpful Breakfast was phenomenal Kitchen staff very friendly and understanding
Amine, 4-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

We booked the 3 bedroom apartment for a group of 4. Only downside we were unaware of was that one bedroom was off by itself and none of us really felt comfortable with that. The breakfast was great! Most staff amazing but had one gentleman at front desk who completely ignored us, did not even look up when we dropped off the key to checkout. Good location. Great rooftop. HOT water! Lots of steps- pack light!
Jessica, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

What REALLY stood out was the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff. Yale, in particular went out of her way to ensure a great stay. The room was very clean, but for older or disabled folks, caution there are stairs, but there may be rooms on the ground floor.
Arthur, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean Room, staff very professional and kind
FELIX, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The location of this property is ideal and walkable to everything you need or want to see in Old Town Quito. The rooms are clean and the beds are comfortable. The breakfast on the rooftop is different each day which is an added benefit. Staff are extremely helpful and well organized. We recommend this property.
susan sheko, 6-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The room was clean and a really comfortable size, styled beautifully. The staff are extremely helpful and friendly and the breakfast offered was great. They even give you a generous breakfast box for the early morning excursions we had. Overall, highly recommend staying here.
Wendy, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

I can't praise the staff enough, they, particularly Yale, went beyond the call of duty to assist us. Although, there are some stairs up to the rooms, help was available to carry our bags. The room was clean and tidy. I wish we could have spent a couple more nights.
Arthur, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was awesome!!!! Best Boutique Hotel I stayed in a long time, quaint and efficient. Highly recommend! The breakfast was excellent and service was personalized. Reception staff helped gladly with toyr recommenadions and irganization. For me this place was maybe not a luxurious 5 star, but it certainly felt like 5 star treatment. Thanks everybody 🙏 you made my stay in Quito memorable.
Irmgard, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent place to stay. Very safe. Very clean with a good eye for details.
Alexander, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

From the moment we arrived we were pampered with personalized care. The staff was exceptional at making us feel welcomed and thoughtfully & attentively responding all of our requests and questions. We enjoyed extraordinary meals & wonderful walks with breath taking views.
deidre, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This is an inexpensive hostel, great value for the price, that is in the middle of the Old Town section of Quito. Short walk from everything you want to see. Safe. Tons of dining options. Very good breakfast each day. Super friendly, helpful staff! Yale took care of us. Highly recommended.
Brooks, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was super friendly and helpful. The breakfast was delicious and they had no problem catering to my gluten free allergy. I took the walking tour and it was really good!
Amy, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing property, right in the heart of historic Quito. The room was extremely clean, and the staff was amazing. Only downside was it got quite noisy at night (outside traffic), but it is to be expected with such a centrally-located place. Overall, we were quite pleased with this hotel, and would definately stay there again!
Kevin, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A gem in Quito

This quaint little hotel is charming, easy walking in the historic district, and staff are war and friendly and very helpful
james, 4-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The staff is very helpful. The location is very good, near central plaza. The building is well renovated, colonial style, very beautiful but too much stairs for people over 75 and in Quito (2800m) it is difficult to breathe. The breakfast was very good but in the 3rd floor, beautiful view but more stairs!!
Marie-Helene, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

nice area, decent staff, good breakfast, a little expensive. uber cannot find address
craig, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great! A 275 year old colonial building. Get ready to climb some stairs! Everyone is nice. Free breakfast is delicious. Great value for price. Cozy bed. Perfect location right by old town. Yay!
Matthew, 17-night trip