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Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums

3.0 star property
Colonial hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Superior Twin Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds
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Located close to Catedral Metropolitana de Quito and Independence Square, Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities and a restaurant.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds

Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Select Comfort bed
  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Single Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds

Standard Single Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Select Comfort bed
Designer toiletries
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Twin Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds

Superior Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Select Comfort bed
  • 35 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Exclusive Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Ensuite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds

Exclusive Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Ensuite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Select Comfort bed
Separate bedroom
Heating
  • 60 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds

Classic Studio Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Select Comfort bed
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Quito, Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums is in the city center. Catedral Metropolitana de Quito and Basilica of the National Vow are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Independence Square and El Panecillo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Atahualpa Olympic Stadium.
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Calle Junin OE1 - 61 y, Juan Jose Flores, Centro Historico, Quito, EC170401

What's nearby

  • Independence Square - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Catedral Metropolitana de Quito - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • El Panecillo - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Basilica of the National Vow - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • TelefériQo Base Station - 6 min drive - 2.8 miles

Getting around

  • San Francisco Station - 6 min walk
  • Chimbacalle Station - 10 min drive
  • Mariscal Sucre Intl. Airport (UIO) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hasta la vuelta Señor - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪La Purisima - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dulceria Colonial - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Lavid - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Roofcrown - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums

Hotel near Independence Square
Located close to Catedral Metropolitana de Quito and Basilica of the National Vow, Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities and a restaurant.
Other perks include:
  • Bike rentals, self parking (surcharge), and airport drop-off service (surcharge)
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and luggage storage
  • A water dispenser, concierge services, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to perks like free WiFi and laptop-friendly workspaces.
More amenities include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Designer toiletries and bathtubs
  • Wardrobes/closets and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour airport drop-off shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Covered self parking on site (USD 20 per night)
  • Covered extended parking on site (USD 20 per night)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Books
  • Karaoke
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Lever door handles
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Built in 1748
  • Colonial architecture
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Living room
  • Mobile key entry
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive smart lock details

Access methods

Staffed front desk, smart lock

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Ecuador value-added tax (15%). Nonresident travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa may be exempt from value-added tax (15%).

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 35 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 3)
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 20 per night
  • Covered extended parking fee: USD 20 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Friend's Hostel Quito
Friend's Quito
Friend's
Friends Quito
Friends Hotel Rooftop
Friends Hotel Rooftop by DOT Tradition
Friends Hotel Rooftop by DOT Collection
Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums Hotel
Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums Quito
Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums Hotel Quito

Frequently asked questions

Is Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums?

Self parking is available for USD 20 per night. Extended parking is available for USD 20 per night.

What time is check-in at Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a shuttle from the hotel to the airport that runs on request. A fee of USD 35 per vehicle applies.

Where is Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums located?

Located in Quito Historic Center, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Independence Square and Catedral Metropolitana de Quito. El Panecillo and Basilica of the National Vow are also within 1 mi (2 km). San Francisco Station is 6 minutes by foot and La Alameda Station is 21 minutes.

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