Embassy Quito Hotel is at Presidente Wilson E8-22 and Avenida 6 de Diciembre, in the middle of La Mariscal and about a three-minute walk from Plaza Foch, the square that anchors the district's restaurants and nightlife. It is a straightforward, affordable hotel with an unusually wide range of room types: single, standard double and twin, superior and triple rooms, plus classic and comfort apartments with two or three bedrooms that sleep four to six. That makes it a practical choice for families, groups of friends and longer stays. Guests rate it 8.4 out of 10 across about 150 reviews. On site you will find a restaurant, a bar, a coffee shop and a business centre, along with a concierge who can help with tours and tickets, laundry services, free Wi-Fi, air conditioning and free self parking. Rooms have desks, safes, telephones and rainfall showers. There is no pool and no spa, which is what keeps the price low.
Location and getting around
La Mariscal is the centre of Quito's visitor district, with the largest concentration of restaurants, cafes, tour agencies and bars, and the hotel is placed so that you can walk to most of them. The Pontifical Catholic University is about five minutes away on foot, the La Mariscal craft market is seven and the House of Ecuadorian Culture about ten.
The El Ejido metro station is roughly twelve minutes on foot, which is the practical route to the Old Town. Most visitors use taxis or ride-hailing cars after dark, and Mariscal is best explored with the usual city care at night. The airport is a long drive away, a bit under an hour, so book a transfer in advance and allow extra time for flights.
Rooms and facilities
Standard rooms are compact, so this is a place to sleep rather than to spend the day, and the apartments are the strongest value for groups because they add bedrooms and space to spread out. City views are common. Breakfast is not always part of the rate, so check what you are booking, and the restaurant and the many nearby cafes can fill the gap.
Free self parking is helpful if you rent a car. Cats and dogs are accepted for a nightly fee, up to two pets, with some restrictions, so contact the hotel before you travel with an animal. Check-in begins in the early afternoon and there are limited hours for late arrivals, so tell the hotel when you expect to land. Check-out is at noon.
Who it suits and what to know: Embassy Quito suits budget-minded travellers, solo visitors, families who need extra bedrooms and groups who want a central base for tours to Cotopaxi, the Quilotoa loop, the Mitad del Mundo area and the cloud forest. If you want a pool, a spa and a polished lobby, the Mercure Alameda and the NH Collection Quito Royal are better fits, and if you want colonial charm, look at the Old Town hotels.
Ask for a higher room if street noise is a concern. At Quito's altitude, a light first day helps, and a warm layer is useful in the evenings. Free cancellation is offered on selected rates, so compare flexible and fixed options, and book early for Christmas week and the Fiestas de Quito in December.
Why stay here
- ✓Restaurant and bar
- ✓Coffee shop
- ✓Free self parking
- ✓Free Wi-Fi
- ✓Air conditioning
- ✓Concierge and tour assistance
- ✓Business centre
- ✓Apartments with two or three bedrooms
Good questions
Where is Embassy Quito Hotel?+
At Presidente Wilson E8-22 and Avenida 6 de Diciembre in La Mariscal, about a three-minute walk from Plaza Foch.
Does it offer apartments for groups?+
Yes, besides standard rooms there are classic and comfort apartments with two or three bedrooms that sleep four to six.
Can I bring a pet?+
Cats and dogs are accepted for a nightly fee, up to two pets, with some restrictions. Contact the hotel before you travel.
