Must-see hotels in South Coast

  • Pakaloro Hostel

    Montañita

    Near the intersection of the two main roads in town, this clean hostel is a two-minute walk from the beach. White rooms have tiled floors, wooden…

  • Hotel Francisco I

    South Coast

    A block off the malecón, Francisco’s large rooms are ageing but clean, although some of the air-conditioners supply as much noise as cold air. Rooms are…

  • Hostal Saloah

    South Coast

    Steps away from several bus companies, the 15 good-value rooms at the Saloah are quiet, if rather dark (owing to tiny windows and dim lighting). Each of…

  • Hanga Roa Hostal

    Montañita

    This small, quiet, friendly spot is right on the beach is at the northern end of town. Simple rooms have wood details and modern bathrooms; two have…

  • Hotel Marvento I

    South Coast

    If sea views aren’t a priority, the Marvento, only a block from the malecón, is an option. Everything from the polished marbled floors to the rustic…

  • Hotel Presidente Internacional

    Guayaquil

    A traditionally outfitted doorman is a surprise in this worn-down part of the city; however, the nine-story Presidente is real value considering the…

  • Hotel Nevada Playas

    South Coast

    Only two blocks from the beach, the Nevada has comfortable rooms with chintzy decor (some are bright; others are rather gloomy), cable TVs, and hot water…

  • Hotel Nueve de Octubre

    Guayaquil

    This behemoth occupies prime real estate in the heart of the downtown shopping strip. The Soviet era-style hallways and basic rooms are clean but lack…

  • Balsa Surf Camp

    Montañita

    This hideaway of handcrafted two-story thatch-roofed bungalows is set in a lush garden across a sandy pathway to the beach. The camp was being completely…

  • Romerio Hostal

    South Coast

    In the most central location, on the edge of the plaza facing the tourist office, this good-value option has a mix of rooms, with either carpet or wooden…

  • Hostal Sumpa Montanita

    Montañita

    The two two-story thatch-roofed buildings here occupy prime real estate overlooking the ocean at the end of Calle Principal. All rooms are small, basic…

  • Hotel Continental

    Guayaquil

    One of the oldest of the city’s luxury hotels, the fortress-like Hotel Continental has comfortable, though not especially large, rooms. It’s right across…

  • Hotel Francisco III

    South Coast

    The nicest of the Salinas Franciscos is well located in the middle of the malecón. The sunny outdoor hallways are a nice touch, though unfortunately the…

  • Hotel Bolívar Internacional

    South Coast

    Clean, friendly and only a short walk from several bus companies. Some of the tiled rooms have windows overlooking a small park; rooms also have cable TV…

  • Hotel Ecuatoriano

    South Coast

    A simple budget hotel, within good walking distances of transport and eating options. The decor is dated, but rooms are clean with TVs and private…

  • Hotel El Delfin

    South Coast

    A few blocks inland from the beach, at the western end, this well-kept hotel has small rooms with new furnishings (but dated style), and a compact…

  • Hotel Blacio

    South Coast

    A short stroll downhill from Plaza de la Independencia, this small, inexpensive, and friendly place has hot water and dated but well-cared-for rooms.

  • Hotel Marvento II

    South Coast

    The newer Marvento II has high-end furnishings, and a mostly shaded pool and courtyard.

  • Marvento Suites

    South Coast

    Marvento Suites is plush with large rooms, a sauna, pool and Jacuzzi (plus a lift).

  • Hotel Hernancor

    South Coast

    The grand dame of town is the Hotel Hernancor, with its facade of reflective glass and prominently displayed flags. A basic socialist-style theme extends…

  • Hotel San Martin

    South Coast

    Located a short stroll before the border (and on the same road), the basic Hotel San Martin is good value. Renovations to modernize the lobby were…

  • Hotel Vanessa

    South Coast

    The friendly Hotel Vanessa can guarantee hot water, plus clean, comfortable (if a little dated) rooms; some in the back even get sunlight.

  • Hotel Arena Caliente

    South Coast

    Arena Caliente has standard tiled rooms that are in good shape. The best feature is the large courtyard swimming pool and lounge area.

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