Nestled in the heart of Quito’s enchanting Old Town, adjacent to the historic San Francisco Plaza, Casa Gangotena invites you to experience timeless elegance and unparalleled luxury. This beautifully restored mansion blends the charm of Ecuador’s rich history with modern sophistication, offering seamless access to the city’s UNESCO World Heritage treasures.
Once home to Republican-era presidents and the renowned Gangotena family, this storied residence is now a proud Relais & Châteaux property and a “Leading Boutique Hotel” recognized by the World Travel Awards. Step into a world where history, culture, and luxury converge to create an unforgettable experience.
With their rich carpets, towering window frames, flowing curtains, and Art Deco furniture, the rooms of our boutique hotel in Quito, Ecuador add elegance and refinement to the comfort of being in your home away from home.
Your experience at our Boutique Quito Hotel is further enriched by the unique culinary offerings prepared at our restaurant. Inspired by Ecuador’s rich biodiversity, we’ve partnered with local farmers to create our unique “cocina mestiza”—a tribute to traditional Ecuadorian cuisine. Our signature style, steeped in ancestral techniques, explores the exquisite array of flavors, scents, and textures that are native to our country.
Expand your Quito experience by exploring Ecuador’s diverse attractions just a stone’s throw away from the capital! The following is our list of tours to six distinctive locations that we offer from Casa Gangotena, a boutique Quito hotel. Whether it be the culture, nature, or adventure you’re looking for, the following places are less than 1-2 hours away from Quito and will be the perfect complement to your experience in Old Town!
At Casa Gangotena, we’re not just offering a luxurious stay—we invite you to be part of a greater mission. Through our walking tours, you’ll discover how Casa Gangotena is passionately committed to revitalizing Quito’s Historic Center by supporting our surrounding community. This means that, upon staying with us, you won’t just experience unparalleled hospitality but also contribute to a community’s vibrant prosperity.
At Casa Gangotena, you are more than a guest—a catalyst for positive change!
Among the best hotels in Quito, Ecuador, Casa Gangotena Boutique Hotel stands out, nestled beside the iconic Plaza San Francisco. Discover unmatched elegance and history at this prime location. See our location here.
Daily and regular flights connect Quito with major cities in South and Central America, North America (via Miami, New York, Houston, and Atlanta), and Europe (direct from Madrid and Amsterdam). The hotel is around an hour’s drive from Quito International Airport. We can arrange airport transfers at an additional cost. Please get in touch with our front desk for more information at (+593) 99 714 6787.
Casa Gangotena, a boutique hotel in Quito, merges the grandeur of centuries past with the modernity of luxury tourism to bring an authentic experience of the living, breathing museum that is Colonial Quito. As the city’s only Relais & Chateaux old town Quito hotel, it leads guests through various private activities. Its culinary experience is aptly named Cocina Mestiza, given that the Sierra region blends urban lifestyle and aboriginal traditions.
When in the heart of Quito’s Historic Quarter, with a range of private tours and unique experiences and activities in Quito at your fingertips, you should stay for longer than a few hours or even half a day. Because we want to help you experience a true quiteño lifestyle, we recommend you spend at least one night in Quito. That will give you a full day to see and do as much as possible!
We have an assortment of rooms and suites across all three floors of this former mansion, to accommodate solo travelers, couples, friend groups, and families. You can take your pick between having a garden or plaza view and whether to have a balcony. See our rates here.
Yes! We have special travel deals for this year and the next, plus two tour packages that combine the Relais & Chateaux experience with not one but two award-winning hotels: Mashpi Lodge and the Finch Bay Galapagos Hotel.
Our blog has many helpful articles covering best time to visit Ecuador, staying in Quito, and visiting its Historic Center. You can also learn more about Casa Gangotena’s history and activities for guests. See our blog.
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