We submitted the booking form for this place, then received a reply the following day to confirm our booking. This we duly did, only then to be told that because we had taken so long our room had been sold. This all occurred within a 24 hour timeframe. I'm not sure if the staff understand the nature of travel but... More

We spent 2 nights in this nice hostel in Quito. Location is nice, 5 min walk from commercial/touristical district/main buses. Very welcoming staff (they prepared a special breackfast for us at 6h00 am on the day of our departure, borrowed us an hair dryer and a plug adapatator). Large room, large bathroom. Decoration is old but everything is very clean.... More

My husband and I discovered Hostal Charles Darwin on the web. We contacted them via email and received a speedy reply from Catalina, one of the owners. After a helpful correspondence via email, we reserved (no deposit required) and Catalina also arranged for a van pick-up at the airport (we had lots of luggage!). The cost for van pickup is... More

We read about this hotel in the Budget Traveler (the magazine had booked their staff here) so we decided to move here after spending two horrific nights at the Chalet Suisse, Quito. What a pleasant change! Located in a quiet, residential neighborhood just minutes away from the New Town, this charming bed-and-breakfast is owned by two brothers and their sister,... More

It is a long time ago 1998 but if it has not changed hands and is still run by the same family it is quiet, comfortable and you are looked after. Was able to leave belongings there whilst away from it on a trip. Supply tea when you arrive back from a day out. Organised good restaurants and taxis for... More