The JW Marriott Hotel Quito is one of the capital's best-known international hotels, standing in the modern part of the city near the La Mariscal district rather than in the colonial centre. It is a full-service tower with a large number of well-sized rooms, many with city or mountain views from the upper floors, and the facilities you would expect from the brand, including several restaurants and bars, a fitness centre, wellness and spa services, a swimming pool and meeting space for business travellers. Service is polished and the building is modern, which makes a contrast with the heritage hotels of the Old Town. The surrounding area has shops, restaurants and nightlife within a short walk or taxi ride, and the Quicentro and other malls are close by. The trade-off is distance from the colonial sights, which are a taxi ride away, but the hotel works well as a base for a longer stay, for road trips and for travellers who prioritise comfort, dependable service and familiar facilities.
Location and getting around
The hotel sits in the modern city, so plan on a fifteen to thirty minute taxi or ride-hailing trip to the Historic Centre, depending on traffic. The TelefériQo, the equator monument and the main day-trip departure points are all straightforward from here, and the hotel can arrange drivers or guides. Evening dining and bars are close by, and the hotel can arrange a car for late returns.
Rooms and atmosphere
Rooms are contemporary and spacious, with comfortable beds and large windows, and the higher floors give the best views of the valley and the mountains beyond. Executive and club-level rooms typically add lounge access and extras, which can be worth considering if you value a quiet space for breakfast and evening drinks. The pool and wellness area are a welcome retreat after days at altitude, and the restaurants mean you can eat well without leaving the building.
Who it suits and what to know: families, business travellers and anyone who wants familiar comforts will be happy here, as will visitors with mobility needs who prefer lifts and level access over cobbled streets. Travellers whose priority is walking out into the colonial centre may prefer one of the Old Town hotels.
Rates change with events and the season, so compare dates, and check what is included, such as breakfast, parking and airport transfers. Allow time to adjust to the altitude on your first day, drink plenty of water and keep the schedule light before heading up the cable car or out to the volcanoes.
Why stay here
- ✓Modern tower with city views
- ✓Spacious rooms and suites
- ✓Several restaurants and bars
- ✓Swimming pool
- ✓Spa and wellness services
- ✓Fitness centre
- ✓Business and meeting facilities
- ✓Easy road access for day trips
Good questions
Is the JW Marriott near the Old Town?+
No, it is in the modern part of the city, so allow roughly fifteen to thirty minutes by taxi or ride-hailing to the Historic Centre, depending on traffic.
Does it have a pool and spa?+
The hotel is known for its wellness facilities, including a pool and spa services. Check current opening hours and access for your stay when you book.
Who is it best for?+
Families, business travellers and visitors who want modern comfort, dependable service and lift access. Travellers focused on colonial atmosphere may prefer an Old Town hotel.
