Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums

Hotels
9.6 (2738 reviews)
Junin Street Oe1-61 y Gral. Juan Jose Flores St , Quito , ec

Children allowed

Facilities

Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Tour desk
Soundproof rooms
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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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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 2738 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
A
Alice extended_group us
10
It was a quick stay, the staff helped us make the most of it. It was amazing!
Pros:

It was in walking distance to the historic sites. The staff is helpful and accommodating.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-06-13 via Nuitee
K
Kari couple ca
10
2026-06-12 via Nuitee
P
Peter couple au
10
Convenient location, helpful staff
Pros:

Charming in heart of downtown historic area

2026-06-09 via Nuitee
O
OneLuckyLady solo_traveller us
10
Excellent stay
Pros:

Excellent location, varied breakfast with a wonderful view, helpful staff, comfortable bed

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-08 via Nuitee
C
Catherine solo_traveller au
8
Very welcoming and comfortable small hotel in the historical centre
Pros:

Well located in the historical centre, comfortable bed, terrific staff, good breakfast

2026-06-08 via Nuitee
G
Gerhard solo_traveller om
10
Quito is awesome
Pros:

I really liked that it's a local hotel with character rather than some corporate franchise.
Yale is an incredible host and she was able to assist with any questions in fluent English.
There are so many interesting sites within easy walking distance.

Cons:

The stairs reminded me how out of shape I am.

2026-06-08 via Nuitee
T
Tanja solo_traveller si
8
Pros:

The staff in incredibly friendly.

2026-06-07 via Nuitee
M
marie ange couple fr
10
A hotel where you feel right at home
Pros:

The situation near the center. The staff is very professional, very welcoming, breakfast on the rooftop is very good. All was perfect

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-05 via Nuitee
M
Mary solo_traveller us
10
Pros:

Staff was extremely friendly, professional, and helpful. Location was great- on a quiet street only about 10 minute walk to Plaza Grande/Independence Square. Room was clean and charming.
Breakfast on rooftop was delicious and had a perfect view of Virgin de el Panecillo.

2026-06-03 via Nuitee
M
Micah couple us
10
Excellent location, friendly staff, good amenities, great breakfast!
Pros:

Excellent location just a few blocks from the historic center, with many little shops and eating options nearby. Charming building from the 18th century, fantastic and helpful staff, wonderful rooftop breakfast every morning with beautiful views and crisp air. Located on a walking street, so no traffic right outside the hotel! The staff was so friendly and always ready to help resolve any concerns. Yale was especially cheerful and happy to answer questions about the city and provide specific info about different methods of public transit and local eating spots.

Cons:

The only complaint would be the stairs we had to climb to get to our room (challenging on the first day at 9300 feet!). Knowing the building is from the mid-1700s made the winding stairs and unique architecture more appreciable as we went up and down stairs!

2026-06-02 via Nuitee
B
Brendan solo_traveller ca
8
2026-05-31 via Nuitee
D
Diamantino solo_traveller es
9
Pros:

La gran amabilidad de la recepcionista, encantadora. Excelente trato en el desayuno

2026-05-30 via Nuitee
L
Lorraine couple gb
8
2026-05-29 via Nuitee
B
Bill couple us
9
Very good place.
Pros:

Location was covenient to center, very safe day and early evening. Everyone liked breakfast. Staff wasextremely helpful and friendly.

Cons:

It totaly met expectations for an active stay, so really nothing we didn't like.

2026-05-29 via Nuitee
Z
Zi Chuan extended_group ca
10
Pros:

Great breakfast on rooftop

2026-05-28 via Nuitee
A
Assel solo_traveller kz
10
Pros:

Отличное расположение, приятный персонал, вкусные разнообразные завтраки.

2026-05-28 via Nuitee
K
Karola solo_traveller de
8
Pros:

Sehr schönes Ambiente. Neu hergerichtetes altes Gebäude inmitten der Stadt.

2026-05-27 via Nuitee
J
Judith solo_traveller au
10
Loved it.
Pros:

Great location, quirky and beautiful heritage property.

Cons:

Just be ware there is no elevator.

2026-05-27 via Nuitee
X
Xavier solo_traveller ec
10
Pros:

I had a wonderful stay at Hotel Friends. The staff was incredibly friendly and always ready to help with a smile. The rooms were clean, comfortable, and very cozy. I also loved the location because it was convenient and close to many interesting places in Quito. The breakfast was delicious and fresh every morning. Overall, it was an excellent experience, and I would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Quito. I hope to come back again soon!

2026-05-27 via Nuitee
J
Julia solo_traveller de
9
Tolle Unterkunft in der historischen Altstadt Quitos
Pros:

Sehr schöne Unterkunft mit toller Dachterasse in zentraler Lage. Die Zimmer sind geräumig und gut ausgestattet, dazu sehr sauber. Das Frühstück war frisch und wurde liebevoll zubereitet, im Gemeinschaftsbereich steht ein Wasserspender zur Verfügung. Das Hotel als solches ist sehr gut organisiert und die Mitarbeiter bemüht und freundlich. Wir konnten unser Gepäck dort aufbewahren, während wir 4 Tage im Amazonas waren (hatten insgesamt 3 Aufenthalte dort). Das Wlan funktioniert super. Wir haben uns in der Straße des Hotels stets sicher gefühlt.

Cons:

Nichts.

2026-05-26 via Nuitee