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A few 4★ and 5★ hotels in Quito's Old Town, within easy walking distance of the Basílica and Hotel Plaza Grande. Estimated rates are approximate; please verify for March 2027.
Fly into Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO), about 45–60 minutes from Old Town depending on traffic. Official airport taxis are typically about $26 to central Quito, and the airport express bus is about $8.
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Quito is delightfully affordable once you arrive — flights are the biggest variable. Use the ranges below as a starting point, then add your own flight quote for a full estimate.
Estimated total per person (excluding flight, double occupancy)
| Style | 3 nights | 5 nights | 7 nights |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budget Airbnb or small hotel · street food and almuerzos · metro and short taxis | $145 | $240 | $335 |
| Comfortable Mid-range hotel (~$100/night) · mix of café and sit-down meals · regular taxis | $360 | $600 | $840 |
| Splurge Plaza Grande / Casa Gangotena (~$300/night) · fine dining · private transport | $840 | $1,400 | $1,960 |
Round-trip economy fares from the US to Quito (UIO), based on searches for travel around March 13, 2027.
Prices as of June 2026 — for planning guidance only. Airfare and hotel rates fluctuate; please verify before booking.
A few 4★ and 5★ hotels in Quito's Old Town, within easy walking distance of the Basílica and Hotel Plaza Grande. Estimated rates are approximate; please verify for March 2027.
Reception venue
5★ Boutique
The reception venue and one of Old Town’s most elegant boutique hotels, located directly on Plaza de la Independencia. Staying here keeps wedding-day logistics simple and places guests in the center of historic Quito.
Visit website ↗5★ Boutique
A celebrated luxury boutique hotel on Plaza San Francisco, known for polished service, historic architecture, and an excellent Old Town location. A strong choice for guests seeking a memorable Quito stay close to the main wedding area.
Visit website ↗Boutique Colonial Mansion
A charming colonial mansion hotel with interior patios, warm service, and a central Old Town address. It offers a traditional Quito atmosphere at a slightly more moderate rate than the top luxury properties.
Visit website ↗Historic Boutique
A small boutique property in a converted historic building, offering character and a quieter feel within walking distance of Old Town landmarks. Good for guests who prefer intimate hotels over larger properties.
Visit website ↗Boutique Old Town
A boutique Old Town option with historic charm and convenient access to plazas, churches, and cafés. It may suit guests who want character, walkability, and a quieter base for the wedding weekend.
Visit website ↗If you are extending your trip, here are some of the most memorable things to see in and around Quito.
Plaza Grande, La Compañía (gold-leaf interior), San Francisco, and Calle La Ronda — all walkable from the Plaza.
Cable car climbs to about 3,945 m for sweeping city and Andes views; round-trip about $8.50. Go early before clouds.
Equator monument about 45 minutes north of Quito; entry around $5. Combine with Museo Solar Inti Ñan for fun gravity demonstrations.
Birding and waterfalls about 2 hours northwest. 450+ species recorded — a local guide makes the morning unforgettable.
Famous Andean textile market about 2 hours north — best experienced on a Saturday morning.
Multi-day add-ons. Galápagos and Cuenca need domestic flights; the Amazon is reached via Coca. Build in extra time and check vaccine guidance for the jungle.
No special vaccines are required for Quito itself. Yellow fever vaccine is recommended if extending to the Amazon and required by some countries on re-entry. Drink bottled or filtered water (hotels usually provide it), pack SPF 30+ and a hat for the intense high-altitude sun, and give your body 24–48 hours to acclimate before strenuous activities. Pharmacies ("farmacias") are common throughout Quito for over-the-counter needs.
Several easy options for data and calls while you're in Ecuador.
T-Mobile, Verizon, and AT&T plans typically include Ecuador data, though speeds may be slower than at home. Verify your plan before flying.
Airalo and Holafly sell Ecuador eSIMs from about $5–15 for 1–2 GB. Install before flying and activate on arrival — no SIM swap needed.
Claro and Movistar sell prepaid SIMs at UIO airport for around $10 with a few GB of data. Bring an unlocked phone.
Most hotels, cafés, and restaurants in Quito offer free WiFi to customers.
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