Title: Ecuador Travel Guide: Best of Ecuador, Guayaquil Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Ecuador](https://expedia.co.uk/Ecuador-Hotels.d553248635976397513.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Guayaquil](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Guayaquil.d1414.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Guayaquil](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Guayaquil.d1414.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Ecuador Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Ecuador.d553248635976397513.Car-Hire-Guide)[Ecuador Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Ecuador.d553248635976397513.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Ecuador Travel Guide ## Guayaquil ![Fachada colorida de estilo colonial, barrio de Santa Ana, Guayaquil, Ecuador](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976397513/63317c37-23f5-4437-8dce-9baf7ec279e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Ecuador Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Guayaquil travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Guayaquil.dx1414) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Malecon 2000](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6337570/7f7473ea-e86e-4aa1-94cb-b5e65c562b0e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Malecon 2000 Malecon 2000 is just one of the places to see in Guayaquil, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Malecon-2000-Guayaquil.d6112432.Attraction) ![The river front of Guayaquil](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6214252/a2fa679f-513d-428d-8862-b8be47b20847.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### City Mall During your visit to Guayaquil, you can do some window-shopping at City Mall. Visit the area's cathedral or simply enjoy its seafood restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/City-Mall-Guayaquil.d6214252.Attraction) ![Seaside Malecon 2000 walkway with Santa Ana Hill, Ecuador](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112446/c0604b74-9681-49b3-a341-814f86fd00b9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Ana Hill Explore the great outdoors at Santa Ana Hill, a lovely green space in Guayaquil. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Ana-Hill-Guayaquil.d6112446.Attraction) ![Guayaquil Historic Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6337229/0356bece-5a10-4ceb-b173-3388b16add5b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Guayaquil Historic Park Guayaquil Historic Park is just one of the places to see in Samborondon, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Guayaquil-Historic-Park-Guayaquil.d6112434.Attraction) #### U.S. Consulate General U.S. Consulate General is just one of the places to see in San Eduardo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops. [](https://expedia.co.uk/US-Consulate-General-Guayaquil.d6281024.Attraction) #### Mall del Sol Shopping Center During your visit to Guayaquil, you can enjoy retail therapy at Mall del Sol Shopping Center. Visit the area's cathedral or simply enjoy its seafood restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mall-Del-Sol-Commercial-Center-Guayaquil.d6160670.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Best of Guayaquil - City Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2952540/f2f5b91f-169a-4206-b7a8-95b03235e8b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Premium City Tour for Seniors - Guayaquil £112 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/premium-city-tour-for-seniors-guayaquil.a2952540.activity-details) ![Half Day Walking Tour of Guayaquil Pearl of the Pacific](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44847268/e9f87071-a55f-439d-b9b9-b5b419c4838c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Half Day Walking Tour of Guayaquil Pearl of the Pacific £75 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/half-day-walking-tour-of-guayaquil-pearl-of-the-pacific.a44847268.activity-details) ![Santa Ana Hill](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2388931/0a2d875f-ff49-4c4c-bfee-b451b136722b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Guayaquil City Tour Including the Light House of Cerro Santa Ana £105 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/guayaquil-city-tour-including-the-light-house-of-cerro-santa-ana.a2388931.activity-details) ![Cocoa farm and Chocolate making!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1750558/07fd37c3-9ac5-4d36-96ac-d50de7b2ea03.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cocoa farm and Chocolate making! £116 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cocoa-farm-and-chocolate-making.a1750558.activity-details) ![Best Highlights in Guayaquil](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49070678/2a86696b-4501-4729-b189-4383c2e60e76.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Best Highlights in Guayaquil £106 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/best-highlights-in-guayaquil.a49070678.activity-details) ![Picture 1 for Activity Guayaquil City Tour - 4 Hours Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48152840/0ea0a185-d12e-4514-9ee7-f5291bedd7f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Guayaquil City Tour - 3 Hours Tour £157 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/guayaquil-city-tour-3-hours-tour.a48152840.activity-details) [See all activities in Guayaquil](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Guayaquil.d1414.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Ecuador ![Wyndham Guayaquil Puerto Santa Ana](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6320000/6312500/6312483/007eb40d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Wyndham Guayaquil Puerto Santa Ana Calle Numa Pompilio Llona S N Guayaquil Guayas Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £84 26 Apr - 27 Apr Stay at this luxury hotel in Guayaquil. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews) The hospitality was excellent. The rooms were extremely clean and very comfortable with all of the essentials that I needed inside the room. The all included breakfast in the morning was one of the best I would definitely stay there again. The restaurants nearby were very convenient , very safe ... Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F04%2F2026&endDate=27%2F04%2F2026&selected=6312483&PinnedHotelID=6312483&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976397513) ![Holiday Inn Guayaquil Airport by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5960000/5959100/5959068/84757bed_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Guayaquil Airport by IHG Av. de Las Américas,junto al Aeropuerto Guayaquil Guayas £74 3 May - 4 May Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Guayaquil. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,008 reviews) The entire hotel was spotless, our suite was very spacious and had more than we needed for our one night stay. Staff were friendly. It was nice to have a cold juice drink as a welcome after travelling I would suggest you pay close attention when eating in the restaurant, as there were minor items ... Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=03%2F05%2F2026&endDate=04%2F05%2F2026&selected=5959068&PinnedHotelID=5959068&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976397513) ![Oro Verde Guayaquil](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23700/23682/104d895f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Oro Verde Guayaquil 9 De Octubre Y Garcia Moreno Guayaquil Guayas £72 17 Apr - 18 Apr Stay at this luxury hotel in Guayaquil. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews) Pros: Breakfast included and it has endless options. Very good! Internet is fast. Good tv options. Airport shuttle: every hour on the DOT. Left at exactly 12noon. Con’s are only because I have 3 kids.- the pool is about 4ft 5in all over. No shallow end. No music plays at the pool, and there are signs ... Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=17%2F04%2F2026&endDate=18%2F04%2F2026&selected=23682&PinnedHotelID=23682&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976397513) ![Hilton Colon Guayaquil](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/69100/69054/8bfb463a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Colon Guayaquil Av Francisco de Orellana Mz 111 Guayaquil £91 19 Apr - 20 Apr Stay at this luxury hotel in Guayaquil. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (887 reviews) Overall experience would give it a 4.5 stars. Staff for the most part very friendly and helpful. Food was ok, clean rooms, exec lounge was nice to have! Would recommend! Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F04%2F2026&endDate=20%2F04%2F2026&selected=69054&PinnedHotelID=69054&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976397513) ![Unipark by Oro Verde Hotels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4400/4375/e8fe4057_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Unipark by Oro Verde Hotels Clemente Ballén 406 Guayaquil Guayas £55 17 Apr - 18 Apr Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Guayaquil. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the comfy rooms ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews) Parking is valet and it's very good Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=17%2F04%2F2026&endDate=18%2F04%2F2026&selected=4375&PinnedHotelID=4375&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976397513) ![Sheraton Guayaquil Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/560000/556000/556000/d8d91fe6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sheraton Guayaquil Hotel Av. Constitucion, Plaza del Sol Guayaquil Guayas £84 17 Apr - 18 Apr Stay at this luxury hotel in Guayaquil. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9/10 Wonderful! (635 reviews) My stay at the Sheraton Hotel was exceptional from start to finish. The moment I arrived, the staff made me feel genuinely welcomed with their friendly attitude and attentive service. The lobby and common areas were spotless, modern, and inviting—exactly the kind of atmosphere that sets the tone ... 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Guayaquil-Bolivar.dx916425151487365120) ![Rocafuerte](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6337570/ec818446-c148-43bd-834f-eee037c6cfc5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Rocafuerte If you're spending some time in Rocafuerte, Central Market and Guayaquil Municipal Library are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Guayaquil-Rocafuerte.dx916424806843506688) ![Downtown Guayaquil](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6337570/ec818446-c148-43bd-834f-eee037c6cfc5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Guayaquil Travellers come to Downtown Guayaquil for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Central Market and Sports Federation of Guayas while you're in town. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Guayaquil-Downtown-Guayaquil.dx6337572) ![Tarqui](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6337570/7f708c6d-3c32-4877-a6c6-abf88de77dce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Tarqui While visiting Tarqui, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Ana Hill and El Carmen Hill. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tarqui.dx553248635976385120) ![Las Penas - the oldest area of Guayaquil, Ecuador](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6160677/bba216e2-af7b-43c5-a2e1-e6be5ff1a024.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Las Peñas Visitors to Las Peñas like its churches and seaside views, and Santa Ana Hill is a sight worth a stop. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Guayaquil-Las-Penas.dx6160677) ![River City](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6337570/7f708c6d-3c32-4877-a6c6-abf88de77dce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### River City While visiting River City, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Ana Hill and Numa Pompilio Llona Street. 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