You’ll find this hotel in a park, surrounded by some of Ecuador’s wildlife and animals. This elegant hotel comes complete with a spa and a chapel – a feature that blends in with the historical surroundings. As you walk around the park, you’ll see some of the charming, colonial-era architecture that make Guayaquil worth a visit.

It takes about 15 minutes to get from here to the city’s downtown – city tours will introduce you to some of the city’s top landmarks in the area, including the hill called Cerro Ana. From here, you’ll have an excellent view of the city. Walking down the hill and along the Malecón boardwalk, stop and check out the galleries, restaurants, and cafes that line the streets. The hotel’s surrounding park is an excellent spot for bird watching. Monkeys, sloths, and tapirs also live on the grounds of the park and at the zoo, and the property overlooks the scenic Guayas River.

The hotel’s style of architecture dates back to the turn of the century, although it’s been fully reconstructed restored since then. It’s beautifully appointed, with opulent furnishings and high ceilings. The lovely scenery continues on the grounds of the hotel, and the courtyard has a collection of tropical plants. This is where you’ll find the free breakfast buffet every morning.

You can also get a high-end meal at the on-site restaurant, and book formal events (like weddings) in the beautiful chapel. If you’re looking for romance, you also have the option to book private riverside dining. Fill your downtime with a little TLC. You can get a massage in the hotel's charming belltower and maintain your overall wellness at the fitness center. Get more you time in the reading room, which comes furnished with laptops and a television.

All of the rooms are bright, with natural lighting and white-and-tan furnishings. Each room has a private bathroom with marble fixtures. There’s a kettle for making tea, and a French press for coffee. Check out the other offerings in the minibar. Fresh complimentary juice, coffee, cookies, and pastries are available throughout the day, and room service can bring you anything else you want.

Wi-Fi available throughout the hotel. You can store any valuables in the your room's safety deposit box. And before you leave for the day, let the housekeeping staff know if you’d like them to take your laundry or dry cleaning.