Casa El Edén
Intimate, owner-run colonial mansion. Warm, homey, and personal — somewhere between a grand family home and a boutique hotel. Thoughtfully decorated with handpainted ceilings and locally themed décor. Guests consistently describe it as feeling like staying with family.
Request a room on the higher floors or one that overlooks the interior courtyard to reduce street noise
Why It Matters
Ranked #7 of 153 hotels in Quito on TripAdvisor with 5/5 from 648 reviews. Listed on Tablet Hotels. The hosts Mario and Blanca are the genuine draw — Mario offers personalized running tours of the city at altitude (2,850m / 9,000 ft), and Blanca hand-selects all breakfast ingredients daily. It's the kind of place where the owners remember your name and get up before dawn to help with luggage.
Six-room boutique hotel inside a beautifully restored century-old colonial townhouse in Quito's UNESCO-listed Old Town. Owned and personally run by Mario (a psychologist and marathon runner) and Blanca, who spent 15 years hosting international students before opening Casa El Edén in 2014. The building wraps around a glass-cupola atrium, and every room is named after an Ecuadorian fruit.
Where You'll Stay
6 room types available
Luxury Double Room – Guanábana
The flagship room, named after the soursop (guanábana). The largest room in the house at 290 sq ft, on the second floor overlooking the central courtyard. Standout feature: two separate bathrooms — one with a large walk-in shower, one with an antique bathtub and toilet. Guests have described the soaking tub with bath salts and candles as a highlight. Queen bed.
Queen · 27 sqm
Standard Double Room – Maracuyá
The entry-level room, named after the passion fruit. On the second floor overlooking the central courtyard. Known for some of the most striking handpainted walls and ceilings in the house. Queen bed, private bathroom with shower and toilet. Quieter than street-facing rooms thanks to the courtyard aspect.
Queen (63 in)Superior Double Room – Babaco
Named after the Ecuadorian babaco fruit — a relative of papaya found only in the high Andes. A superior-category room with individually furnished décor. Located on the second or third floor. All superior rooms share the same included services: WiFi, organic breakfast, heating, and rooftop access.
Double
Superior Double Room – Chirimoya
Named after the cherimoya, called 'the most delicious fruit known to men' by Mark Twain. Superior category with fruit-themed handpainted décor. Like all rooms, located on the second or third floor of the colonial mansion.
DoubleSuperior Double Room – Pitahaya
Named after pitahaya (dragon fruit), native to Ecuador. A superior-category room with characteristic fruit-themed décor and handpainted details. Part of the main building on the upper floors.
DoubleSuperior Double Room – Tomate de Árbol
Named after the Ecuadorian tree tomato. Spread across the second and third floors, this spacious, bright room has views over the street and part of Quito's Old Town. Flexible bed configuration — king or two twins. One of the more versatile rooms for friends or couples.
King (80 in) or 2 Twin beds · 27 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
2 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Private full-day excursion (2 hours from Quito) with English-speaking driver/guide, private transport, and park entry fee included. Guided visit of the national park and volcano area.
A trip to Mindo, a cloud forest town renowned for birdwatching, butterflies, orchids, and adventure sports including rafting, zip-lining (kanopi), hiking, and sailing. The hotel can arrange transport and guide.
Private transfer (45 min from Quito) with English-speaking driver to both the main museum and Intiñán museum at the equatorial line. Extension to Pululahua volcanic crater available. Entry fees and meals not included.
Private full-day trip (2 hours from Quito) with an English-speaking guide/driver to the famous Otavalo indigenous market and surrounding highlights: San Pablo lagoon, Yahuarcocha, Cotacachi. Customizable itinerary.
Arranged by the hotel with an English-speaking guide. Alternatively, a free tip-based walking tour organized by Communitytravelgroup is recommended for budget-conscious guests.
Mario, an avid marathon runner (18 marathons completed, including Paris), personally takes guests on a running or walking tour through the historic center of Quito. A unique way to see the city — just remember you're at 2,850m (9,000 ft) elevation. Ask about this at check-in.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
The original open atrium of the colonial mansion, now covered with a glass cupola. Forms the lobby and main communal gathering space of the hotel.
Two reading rooms with a curated collection of books in both Spanish and English. One features a cozy fireplace.
A fireplace in the lobby/common area — welcome given Quito's cool evenings at altitude.
Complimentary high-speed wireless internet throughout all rooms and common areas.
A small but perfectly positioned rooftop garden with panoramic views over Quito's Old Town. Cold beers available. Guests consistently rate it highly for sundowner drinks.
Complimentary bottled water in all rooms, replenished daily.
Safe in every room.
Traditional Ecuadorian ponchos available in rooms for cooler afternoons and evenings.
Flat-screen TV with satellite/cable channels in all rooms.
Rainfall showerheads in all room bathrooms.
In-room heating available in all rooms. Portable heaters also provided on cold nights.
Highly personalized tour and activity booking assistance. Mario and team will arrange private drivers, guides, restaurant reservations, and custom itineraries.
Staff available around the clock. Late-night arrivals not a problem — just send a WhatsApp with your estimated arrival time.
Complimentary luggage storage available before check-in or after check-out.
Laundry and dry cleaning services available.
The colonial building does not permit on-site parking. Several secure car parks are within walking distance at $1–2 per hour; hotel can assist with arrangements.
Airport transfers available at additional cost. Mario can arrange trusted and reliable private drivers for airport runs or day tours.
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