Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums

Hotels
9.6 (2663 reviews)
Junin Street Oe1-61 y Gral. Juan Jose Flores St , Quito , ec

Children allowed

Facilities

Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Non-smoking rooms
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Tour desk
Soundproof rooms
Facilities for disabled guests
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Helpful staff
Delicious breakfast
Cons:
Stairs can be a challenge
Some noise issues

Categories

Cleanliness
9.2
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Service
10
Exceptional service with helpful and friendly staff mentioned across multiple reviews.
Location
9.9
Great location, with easy access to central attractions.
Room Quality
9.2
Rooms were comfortable, though some were small and with noise issues.
Amenities
9.1
Standard amenities provided, though no lift noted.
Value for Money
9.7
Good value based on positive feedback on the pricing.
Food and Beverage
10
Breakfast received high praise for quality and variety.
Overall Experience
9.7
Overall stay was enjoyable with mostly positive feedback.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-28 05:53

Property Description

Charming Accommodation in the Heart of Quito

Convenient Amenities: Friends Hotel & Rooftop, located just steps away from Bolivar Theatre, offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, and free WiFi. Guests can enjoy the convenience of private parking and a shared lounge during their stay.

Comfortable Rooms: Each room at the hotel features a wardrobe, a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries, and some even include a kitchen with a fridge. The perfect retreat after a day of exploring the city.

Exciting Experiences: Explore Quito's attractions with ease, as popular landmarks like Sucre Theatre and Colonial Art Museum are nearby. Additionally, guests can indulge in cycling adventures and even rent bikes from the hotel to roam around the city effortlessly.

Book your stay at Friends Hotel & Rooftop for a memorable experience in Quito!

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: UIO

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs USD 20 per day.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 16 years old stay for US$40 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.6
Based on 2663 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.2
Service: 10
Location: 9.9
Room Quality: 9.2
Amenities: 9.1
Value for Money: 9.7
Food and Beverage: 10
Overall Experience: 9.7
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Victoria solo_traveller gb
9
2026-04-23 via Nuitee
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G1048QLdannya Solo travel
10
Great location and wonderful style
Pros:

Hotels staff was very helpful on what to do and see in the area. Always friendly with great attitudes.

2026-04-21 via Tripadvisor
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Z5677KFjenniferr Friends getaway
10
Wonderful breakfast
Pros:

I visited the restaurant. Excellent service and delicious food ! Food was cooked fresh.
Staff was very attentive and helpful.
Beautiful location. I would definitely return here. 5 stars for sure. Beautiful view nice pleasant location. Enjoyed the experience.

2026-04-21 via Tripadvisor
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marygD6001SF Friends getaway
10
Beautiful view from rooftop restaurant.
Pros:

Our friends were staying here and we were invited to come for a delicious breakfast.

2026-04-21 via Tripadvisor
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Tphil0 Family
10
Fantastic friendly staff
Pros:

We had a fantastic stay here. We had a 2 bedroom apartment which was great.

The staff are all so nice, patient and very helpful. Great location in the old town with some great restaurants nearby.

We are coming back.

Highly recommend.

2026-04-20 via Tripadvisor
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Christiane couple au
10
Great for Quito tourists.
Pros:

Location, welcoming helpful staff and a building with character.

Cons:

People need to be advised to open the window at night. The oxygen became really low while sleeping.

2026-04-20 via Nuitee
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Flyer40395494320 Friends getaway Orleans, Ottawa, Ontario
10
excellent staff, cosy rooms
Pros:

Lovely reception staff who were very helpful when we arrived, cosy rooms, excellent breakfast personalised with my name (thank you, Mariano!).

Also excellent company - other guests we encountered were well-travelled across Ecuador and South America and we exchanged notes.

Was also grateful for the use of the rooftop while we were waiting to catch our flight.

2026-04-17 via Tripadvisor
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Dobrin solo_traveller bg
10
Pros:

Very beautiful old building and interior. Extremely friendly and helpful staff. Several minutes walking distance to the center. We are very happy with our stay there.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-17 via Nuitee
4
401susanw Family
10
Everything I had hoped it would be.
Pros:

Friendly, helpful staff, clean rooms, wonderful breakfasts, great location. Thanks so much!!

2026-04-16 via Tripadvisor
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Pavlin solo_traveller bg
10
Pros:

Practically everything.

2026-04-16 via Nuitee
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Daphna extended_group il
6
2026-04-16 via Nuitee
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Mobile08059094992 Couples
10
Friends Hotel in Quito, Ecuador
Pros:

Great people doing a great job! ❤️

2026-04-15 via Tripadvisor
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yoavk329 Family Ness Ziona, Central District
10
Breakfast review
Pros:

A very pleasant breakfast. You get hot water and tea so everyone can prepare their own tea at the table. They also offer coffee and milk.
You are always served two plates: one sweet plate, with items such as pancakes and a fruit platter, and another savory plate with a carbohydrate such as potatoes or bread, together with eggs.

2026-04-15 via Tripadvisor
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yokozuna81 Family Sofia, Sofia Region
10
The best hotel in Ecuador
Pros:

Staff is mega friendly and helpful. Location is top, right in city center, but safe! Breakfast is awesome- eggs & pancakes with a great view to Virgin of the Panecillo! TOTALLY RECOMMENDED

2026-04-15 via Tripadvisor
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Piotr Leszno solo_traveller pl
10
Pros:

Bardzo miła i pomocna obsługa.

2026-04-15 via Nuitee
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Tukano solo_traveller pl
10
Pros:

The view is amazing same as the staff

2026-04-12 via Nuitee
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jessicavschneider Family San Diego, California
10
Best Hotel
Pros:

Best hotel! Best breakfast, staff and location! Would stay here any time I come back to Quito.

2026-04-11 via Tripadvisor
M
Madalina solo_traveller ch
7
2026-04-10 via Nuitee
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Katrina couple au
6
A great spot for the old town but not my happiest stay
Pros:

The location in the old town is excellent. Mo need to uber in - it’s on your doorstep. And the old town feels pretty safe and pleasant to walk around.

Cons:

Our initial welcome was unwelcome and unfriendly. The receptionist’s English wasn’t great but if he was friendly and wanted to make us feel comfortable that would not have mattered. When Yale came on though the next morning she was wonderful and so helpful in a number of ways. Yale cheered me up about staying there for the next few days. Thank you Yale! My biggest complaint is that the rooms we paid for are not what we received. They said on bookings the rooms were soundproofed. As our room fronted onto the internal courtyard with a bedroom window that couldn’t close, I had a lot of noise coming in throughout the night. It was like an echo chamber unfortunately. We were also told the room had a washing machine but it doesn’t, so we had to pay US $44 to get our washing done. People like me will feel kinder in their reviews if these ‘promises’ are removed from the property details. I’m not sure if there are better places to stay in the old town but I wouldn’t have chosen this one if I’d known these things.

2026-04-09 via Nuitee
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Traveler62280506963 Solo travel New York City, New York
10
A special experience.
Pros:

Wonderful stay. Very conveniently located at the edge of the central UNESCO old city. Accommodating and personable. Breakfast in the rooftop restaurant fresh, abundant, and delicious accompanied by a truly beautiful panoramic wrap around view. Special thanks to Mariano.

2026-04-08 via Tripadvisor