River City Travel Guide

Guayaquil

A cityscape with a prominent church, flags, and a river.
A densely populated urban area with a mix of residential buildings, a large open square, and several communication towers.
A densely packed hillside settlement with colorful buildings and a prominent communication tower.
A river with a boat docked at a pier, surrounded by buildings and a bridge.
A coastal cityscape with a prominent hill, a river, and a stadium.

Stay near popular River City attractions

Santa Ana Hill

9.2/10 (500 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Guayaquil: City Highlights Tour with Cable Car Ride

Guayaquil: City Highlights Tour with Cable Car Ride

£92
per adult
Guayaquil: City Highlights Tour with Cable Car Ride
Guayaquil City Tour Including the Light House of Cerro Santa Ana

Guayaquil City Tour Including the Light House of Cerro Santa Ana

£105
per adult
Guayaquil City Tour Including the Light House of Cerro Santa Ana
Half Day Walking Tour of Guayaquil Pearl of the Pacific

Half Day Walking Tour of Guayaquil Pearl of the Pacific

£75
per adult
Half Day Walking Tour of Guayaquil Pearl of the Pacific
Cocoa farm and Chocolate making!

Cocoa farm and Chocolate making!

£116
per adult
Cocoa farm and Chocolate making!
Private city tour in Guayaquil - Iguana Park

Guayaquil Premium City Tour - Best Spots

£113
per adult
Guayaquil Premium City Tour - Best Spots
Ecuador Paragliding Montañita

Ecuador Paragliding Montañita

£49
per adult
Ecuador Paragliding Montañita
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Top hotels in River City

Wyndham Guayaquil Puerto Santa Ana

Wyndham Guayaquil Puerto Santa Ana

4.5 out of 5
Calle Numa Pompilio Llona S N Guayaquil Guayas
The price is £91 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
£91
6 Sept - 7 Sept
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Muy bueno siempre"

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2026

Wyndham Guayaquil Puerto Santa Ana
Luxury Suites Riverfront GYE

Luxury Suites Riverfront GYE

3.5 out of 5
Puerto Santa Ana Guayaquil Guayas
The price is £64 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
£64
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Stay at this aparthotel in Guayaquil. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Santa Ana Hill and Botanical Garden are ...
Luxury Suites Riverfront GYE
Hotel Río Guayas by Art Hotels Ecuador

Hotel Río Guayas by Art Hotels Ecuador

4 out of 5
124 Numa Pompilio Llona Guayaquil Guayas
The price is £295 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
£295
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Stay at this hotel in Guayaquil. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and on-site spa services. Popular attractions Numa Pompilio Llona Street and Santa Ana Hill ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"The staff was very friendly and helpful. The hotel is new and modern, it is a good place to relax and work."

Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025

Hotel Río Guayas by Art Hotels Ecuador
Mansión del Río

Mansión del Río

3.5 out of 5
Barrio Las Peñas Guayaquil
The price is £49 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
£49
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Stay at this hotel in Guayaquil. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Santa Ana Hill and Numa Pompilio Llona Street are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (143 reviews)
"Tiene que mejorar la calidad de los productos del desayuno, es muy básico."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2026

Mansión del Río
Fortune Hotel

Fortune Hotel

3 out of 5
Pedro Carbo 408 Guayaquil Guayas
The price is £31 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
£31
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Stay at this hotel in Guayaquil. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Artisan Market and Museum of Anthropology and Contemporary ...
7.6/10 Good! (9 reviews)
"Is a great place the only problem is the disco bars outside the hotel"

Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026

Fortune Hotel
Tu Escapada a la zona más exclusiva y turística de Guayaquil con Piscina y Gym

Tu Escapada a la zona más exclusiva y turística de Guayaquil con Piscina y Gym

Guayaquil Guayas
The price is £67 per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
£67
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Stay at this apartment in Guayaquil. Enjoy a fitness centre, laundry facilities and balconies. Popular attractions Santa Ana Hill and Numa Pompilio Llona Street ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
"I like this place and I the location was excellent"

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Tu Escapada a la zona más exclusiva y turística de Guayaquil con Piscina y Gym
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Where to stay in River City

Find the best River City areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A row of colorful colonial buildings with balconies and wooden shutters.

Ecuador

Ecuador might not have many top sights, but C.C. Riocentro Sur and Mall del Sur are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

An iguana on green grass.
Photo by Botak Jon
Open Photo by Botak Jon

Downtown Guayaquil

Travellers come to Downtown Guayaquil for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Sports Federation of Guayas and Central Market while you're in town.

A densely packed urban area with numerous buildings and a prominent tower on a hill.

Puerto Santa Ana

Restaurants and river views are some things travellers note about Puerto Santa Ana. Check out Santa Ana Hill or Botanical Garden while you're familiarising yourself with the larger area.

A cityscape with colorful buildings, a prominent church, and a hill with residential structures.

Kennedy

Unique features of Kennedy include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by San Marino Mall or Policentro while you're exploring the area.

A green and yellow iguana on a rocky surface.

Urdesa

Urdesa is well liked for its restaurants. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Guayaquil area, you might plan a trip to Alban Borja Commercial Center or Santa Ana Port.

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