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CASA GANGOTENA IS A GOOD NEIGHBOR
Being a good neighbor is woven into everything we do
Beyond offering an exceptional stay, we invite our guests to connect deeply with the vibrant community of Quito’s Historic Center. Stay with us and immerse yourself in a truly unique mansion, while also supporting our commitment to preserving the city’s rich cultural heritage. Together with residents and local businesses, we honor the relationships, values and traditions that sustain and bolster our community, fostering our shared, collective wellbeing.
Your role
When staying at Casa Gangotena, you contribute to enhancing the area’s beauty, strengthening community bonds, and supporting cultural development — all while preserving the exceptional historic charm of Ecuador’s capital. Together, we weave the threads of a strong social fabric, fostering a resilient community with a deep sense of belonging and creating opportunities that enrich the shared spirit that defines us.
Our Impact
Sustainability Pillars
Local purchasing and emblematic businesses
The local community and its iconic businesses inspire us. These businesses thrive by adapting to the unique challenges of operating within a historic city structure. Casa Gangotena supports the purchase from local businesses in the Historic Center because it is committed to sustainable development and the preservation of Quito’s cultural heritage
Local Purchasing
- 20% of our grocery purchases are made within 500 steps of the hotel.
- Our guest experiences include 12 businesses in the Historic Center
Gastronomic Businesses
- 28 entrepreneurs receive training and advice to improve their business together with Alianza para el Emprendimiento y la Innovación (AEI) as part of the ReEmprende Gastronomy program.
- We provided 2 expert mentorships to boost their professional growth in the culinary field.
Emblematic Business
- 34 entrepreneurs, including 15 gastronomic businesses and 18 emblematic businesses, receive training and advice in business management, finance, digital communication, and more to strengthen their capacities through the De Vuelta al Centro program.
- As a result, 10% increase in sales, making their businesses more sustainable.
- 10 of these entrepreneurs are part of our “Explore our Neighborhood” map
Development-focused educational programs
Our goal is to implement educational programs that raise awareness and train employees, visitors, and local communities on sustainable practices, promoting responsible tourism and the conservation of natural and cultural heritage.
Shared urban space campaign
Together with De Vuelta al Centro, we promote citizen education to ensure our heritage space is respected.
Partnership with Fundación Sembrar
In partnership with Fundación Sembrar, we welcome young individuals from vulnerable communities in the northwestern region of Quito. These communities face significant challenges, including high levels of violence, social exclusion, and limited opportunities. Through this initiative, participants gain valuable hands-on experience in the culinary arts, opening doors to a brighter future.
- 6 young individuals have benefited from these internships, with 1 participant now permanently employed with us.
Educational Programs
- 119 university students have visited our facilities as part of educational programs designed to inspire and enhance their learning experience.
- Dual Education Program: 10 employees are enrolled in this program to enhance their skills and expertise.
- We support REDNI (Child Nutrition Network) in the Historic Center, to develop educational workshops on nutrition and health practices.
In collaboration with Unidos por la Educación and De Vuelta al Centro, we have worked in the renovation, provision of equipment, and enhancement of teaching practices at La Providencia School.
- 72 classrooms, 79 teachers, and 950 children and young adults are now benefiting from this transformative program.
Local Culture Promotion
We promote the development of our city by connecting with its history, building meaningful relationships with its inhabitants, and revitalizing its environment through events and activities that celebrate local culture and traditions.
Promotion of Local Culture
Through artistic activations, community workshops, and concerts, we aim to become a gathering and celebration space for the entire community, fostering pride and a sense of belonging in our historic center.
- A total of 60 artistic activations, 25 community workshops, and 30 concerts have been carried out in support of the De Vuelta al Centro Festival.
City Embellishment
The beautification of a city goes beyond aesthetics; it is a process that strengthens collective identity and local pride through the revitalization of public spaces, cultural promotion, and active community participation.
- 20,000 geraniums have been planted in the Historic Center, integrating the community through educational nurseries.
- We donated 52 native trees and 6 wax palms, contributing to the reforestation of Quito’s Historic Center. In coordination with the Metropolitan Heritage Institute, we ensure tree maintenance for two years, reaffirming our commitment to a greener and more sustainable city.
- We support an initiative to paint a 1,000 m² mural connecting the Humboldt Viewpoint with the iconic Plaza de San Francisco.
Environmental Practices in Hotel Management
We are committed to continuously improving our operations to be more efficient and sustainable. We implement a comprehensive and rigorous environmental management approach, dedicated to reducing carbon emissions and preserving the unique ecosystems that make our destinations truly exceptional.
EMISSIONS REDUCTION
We are committed to reducing emissions and improving energy efficiency across all our operations.
- Energy efficiency in lighting: We have LED lights and light sensors with efficient lights.
- Energy efficiency in hot water system: Use of solar panels for the water heating system.
- We have reduced 63.60 tons of CO₂ thanks to our solar panel system.
REUSE, CLASSIFY, RECYCLE, AND MINIMIZE WASTE
We implement a meticulous system to classify, reuse, and recycle materials, reducing the overall volume of waste generated by our operations. Beyond recycling, we strive to minimize waste at the source by rethinking consumption patterns and adopting innovative practices.
- COMMITTED TO REDUCING SINGLE-USE PLASTICS: We are actively working to reduce single-use plastics in our operations by adopting reusable alternatives and collaborating with like-minded partners.
- We have conveniently located water-filling stations.
- We only offer biodegradable soaps and shampoos in refillable bottles.
CIRCULAR GASTRONOMY
We repurpose our waste to create unique value in our gastronomic offerings.
- Coffee soy as an innovative ingredient.
Your stay with us is carbon neutral
When you stay at Casa Gangotena, all carbon produced is offset through our Carbon Neutral program, administered by our holding group’s foundation, Fundación Futuro.
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