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La Casa Amarilla

3.5 star property
Art Deco guesthouse connected to a shopping center, within easy reach of Metropolitan Hospital

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Exterior
Down comforters, pillowtop beds, individually decorated, desk
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Property entrance

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Gym
  • Non-smoking
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
Feel at home
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free toiletries

Room options

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Double Room | Down comforters, pillowtop beds, individually decorated, desk

Double Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Down duvet
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Down comforters, pillowtop beds, individually decorated, desk

Single Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Down duvet
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
Selva Alegre Oe5-70 y, Antonio de San Miguel y Solier, Quito

What's nearby

  • TelefériQo - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Central University of Ecuador - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Parque La Carolina - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • La Mariscal Craft Market - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Basilica of the National Vow - 7 min drive - 4.8 km

Getting around

  • Mariscal Sucre Intl. Airport (UIO) - 64 min drive
  • El Ejido Station - 5 min drive
  • Universidad Central Station - 21 min walk
  • Pradera Station - 24 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪La Casa de la Humita y el Tamal Lojano - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Empanadas De Morocho De La Ulloa - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Passion For Sugar - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪La Taqueria - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪El Café de mi Tierra - ‬7 min walk

About this property

La Casa Amarilla

When visiting Quito, La Casa Amarilla is a great choice to consider. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails and mountain biking. Other highlights at this Art Deco guest house include a terrace and a garden.

Languages

Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 6 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
  • Express check-in/out available
  • Check-out time is noon

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Children

  • Children (11 years old and younger) not allowed
  • No cribs (infant beds)

Internet

  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • No onsite parking

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

What to do

  • Free use of nearby fitness center
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1948
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Art Deco architecture

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Ecuador value-added tax (15%). Nonresident travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa may be eligible for a tax refund. However, nonresident travelers may be exempt from value-added tax (15%) on package bookings.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 45 per vehicle (one way)

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Also known as

Casa Amarilla Hotel
Casa Amarilla Hotel Quito
Casa Amarilla Quito
La Casa Amarilla Quito
La Casa Amarilla Guesthouse
La Casa Amarilla Guesthouse Quito

Frequently asked questions

Does La Casa Amarilla offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, La Casa Amarilla does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is parking offered on site at La Casa Amarilla?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at La Casa Amarilla.
Is airport shuttle service offered by La Casa Amarilla?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 45 per vehicle one way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at La Casa Amarilla?
You can check in starting at 2 PM. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at La Casa Amarilla and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling and hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. La Casa Amarilla also has a garden.
What's the area around La Casa Amarilla like?
La Casa Amarilla is in Belisario Quevedo, a short 15-minute walk from TelefériQo and 10 minutes' walk from Metropolitan Hospital.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Relax and enjoy
Fantastic welcome from Jenny as you arrive ay Casa Amarilla Throughout your stay she can be relied upon to ensure you have a great experience of her home and Quito Her charming home is very comfortable with the benefit of a secluded outside garden area. The location is reasonable for access to Quto old town and the newer area where there are many restaurants There is also a Chinese restaurant a very short walk away. Jenny is keen to offer her knowledge of places not to be missed in the city and surrounding area She will call a taxi or arrange a guide and driver with ease....all you have to do is sit back and enjoy your stay. Like many others we returned to stay at Casa Amarilla three times during our month in Ecuador.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Good and convenient
I had a somewhat pleasant experience at La Casa Amarilla. The one thing that bothered me once I got ready to settle my bill was the price. On Hotels.com the rate was $67.00 per including taxes with a 10 day total of $675.86 including taxes. This is the amount on Hotels.com. Well Jenny proceeded to tell me the price was $75.00 per night, go figure. There were other amenities listed that were not available. The bed was hard as a rock! Other than the low balling and hard bed the stay was ok! If you decide to stay be prepared to pay more once it's time to check out! I also left a day early and still had to pay for an additional night!
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The Best Bed and Breakfast in Quito
We were attracted to La Casa Amarilla by the funky decor and excellent reports about the owner Jenny Chavez. We could not have chosen a better place. It was warm, safe, comfortable and extremely interesting. Jenny went out of her way to provide maps of the city and made sure we were always well looked after. When we had a bit of a medical hiccup, she was there at the hospital to pick us up and return us safely to her abode. We can not speak highly enough of Jenny and her hospitality-it is the best!
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I'd definitely stay there again
Jenny, David and Patricio are tops when it comes to accommodating their guests. The rooms are clean and comfortable, with modern plumbing and HOT water. Surrounded by a walled courtyard full of lush planting, Casa Amarilla is just plain memorable.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Best accommodation I had in Ecuador
Jenny, the B&B owner, was literally like our mum from Ecuador. Not only that she catered for all of our needs, she even gave us free ballet tickets. Jenny is the warmest and loveliest owner we have met in Ecuador and her house is just delightful, she has put a lot of soul into decorating it and creating a cozy atmosphere. Rooms were spotless and very comfy. Location is good, 10 minutes by taxi from main sites. Cab drivers have a bit of a problem finding the place, so write down the address. Will definitely come back!
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

cozy, chill, and welcoming
The host was helpful, funny, and made me feel right at home. I slept like a baby.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay with old world courtesies
I enjoyed the stay. Jenny was a great hostess and made everyone feel at home and like one of the family calling everyone of her guests her "little ones" in Spanish. When I got a bit of altitude sickness, she made me a thermos of oregano tea with lemon and sugar two days in a row - supposedly a remedy for the sickness, and kept making sure that I was drinking it all day. Whatever the medicinal value, it was tasty and excellent. The one suggestion I would have is to put up banisters on the stairs. It would certainly be safer for someone somewhat unsteady with age, altitude sickness, or a bit too much wine! Great and enjoyable place overall.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Quito Adventures
Excellent hotel, fantastic, very personable staff, significant resource for local and regional information.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

home sweet home
What a lovely home away from home. Jenny and Sophia were absolutely wonderful hosts!! They helped plan our vacation/trips with wise advice and the B&B was an oaisis of peace in Quito. Within walking distance of the main park and entertainment district and a local bakery up the hill. Too bad it was cloudy because one could walk to the Funiclair that goes up the mountain from the Casa Amarilla.! A must for anyone wanting to connect with local residents in Quito.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel for tourists or long term stay in Quit
The Casa Amarilla (Yellow House) is surrounded by a wall of the same color, topped by a profusely flowering hedge. You enter through a locked gate into a beautiful garden area. As you enter the main door, you are warmly greeted by the owner Jenny. Downstairs a living room (with cable TV), dining room (with tea and water constantly available), and reading room are for guests' use. Each bedroom has ensuite bathroom with modern fixtures. Beds are comfortable. Our room was on the second floor with windows overlooking the city, cathedral spires, and la Virgen atop Panecillo hill. Breadfasts are good: coffee, toast, cereal, yogurt, fruit and freshly squeezed juice. The best thing about staying at the Casa Amarilla is the personal attention Jenny gives her guests. She arranged transport from the new airport, gave travel advice, arranged tours, booked hotels in Banos and Cuenca for us, even found us a last minute Galapagos tour. Jenny also let us leave luggage with her as we travel around the country less encumbered. The Casa Amarilla is not in an area suitable for walking, but a short taxi ride brings you to all the interesting parts of the city. If you are looking for an impersonal five star hotel, this is not the place for you. But if you hope your travels will afford opportunity to meet the people, make friends, and have an authentic experience of place, consider the Casa Amarilla.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We'll never stay elsewhere again in Quito!!
This place is beyond wonderful! The owner (Jenny) is the coolest person in all of Ecuador. She routinely goes above and beyond the role of hostess to help out her guests. She even helped us when we weren't staying there! I just can't say enough how warm and friendly and wonderful she is. Without her help, we would have been in serious trouble a couple of times! The house is BEAUTIFUL and welcoming, filled with bright colors and cool art. It feels wonderfully safe and is EXCEPTIONALLY clean. Hands down the cleanest place we stayed in Ecuador (6 weeks traveling!) Staying here is just like being at home, but with better relatives! To anyone considering this place, STAY HERE! You will NOT be disappointed. :) A tip on getting here... This is not a big name hotel and so some taxi drivers do not know where this place is. Get the address and the cross streets from Jenny (via email) before you go, it will make your taxi ride smoother!
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A wonderful B&B!
Jenny, the owner, is absolutely lovely and we wish we had more time here! She went out of her way to make sure we had everything we needed, even driving us to dinner when we arrived. The house itself was beautiful and breakfast was great. It was really nice to just be able to sit and talk to the other guests as well.
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Remote
The guest house is in a residential area. The nearest restaurant, 3 blocks away, was a fast food place in a supermarket. Jenny, the owner, was gracious and tried to be helpful however during our stay, she was totally preoccupied literally putting furniture together to set up a room for waiting guests. Her timing was bad! Rooms were cute but so small. There was no place to put any of our belongings.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Casa Amarilla in Quito, Ecuador
Lovely hotel. Very clean and comfortable with a great breakfast. Our room was great with a modern shower. The owner is so committed to your well being and enjoying your staying that is virtually impossible not to....
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Downtown hotel like home
Jenny and Patricio are careing and extremely helpful. A lovely place, great breakfast, lots of useful and fun talking, if one wants that. i stayed there twice, and highly recommend it.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Just like home but better
The owner of Casa Amarilla was extremely helpful and a joy to be around. She has created a place of refuge for a traveler that makes you feel like you are at home, yet she isn't intrusive or pushy. The room we had (a double on the first floor) was large,tastefully decorated and comfortable.. The bathroom was a nice size and well appointed. They furnish shampoo,conditioner, and bath gel in a dispenser in the shower - very ecological aware. Jenny will serve you breakfast no matter how early you have to leave to catch a plane. When we arrived at the B&B around midnight, she greeted us at the door and offered us a nice cup of tea. I will definitely stay here again when I return to Quito.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

friendly manager Jenny worth her weight in gold
This hotel picked me up in the wee hours of the morning, after waiting two hours for me to go through customs. It's manager, Jenny, was up to greet me. The place was a ways from the airport and not exactly located in a neighborhood that would interest a tourist. My room had a lovely view but it was terribly noisy because of traffic. The hotel is also over priced when compared with others similar to it. But Jenny was great, spending an innordinate amount of time helping me. I'm convinced that she is just as helpful with all of her customers.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A Great Hotel near the Airport in Quito
Jenny is a special host at La Casa Amarilla. She made me and another guest especially welcome and helped us prepare to travel in Ecuador by assisting us to connect with telephone services. Jenny is always will to drop what she is doing to help guests catch a taxi or find what they need in the area. Staying at La Casa Amarilla is a special experience. La Casa Amarilla is very cute too, decorated in Jenny's delightful style.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great Hospitality
Charming B&B with wonderful hospitality.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

LA CASA AMARILLA IS A HIDDEN JEWEL IN QUITO.CLEAN,COMFORTABLE AND SAFE..JENNY CAN'T DO ENOUGH TO HELP YOU, WHATEVER YOUR NEEDS.A RESTAURANT AROUND THE CORNER.OVERALL A HOME FEELING.THE ONLY PLACE FOR ME TO STAY WHEN IN QUITO
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

neat place
Basic b&b, but a really great husband and wife team.
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Don't do it!
We booked because it advertizes 1.1 miles from Airport..... IT IS NOT... even close! It is about 10 miles from the airport.... The Taxi driver didn't even know how to find it. It was in a bad neighborhood.... The Bed was a king and clean but hard as a rock! I didn't know they made a mattress that hard. The Bath was clean but hot water never came...... They said you make your own coffee with the hot water machine in the "kitchen" area.... but there was not sink, cabinets, ect.... just a table with stuff and the cold/hot water machine.... the hot water didn't work.... Hence no coffee.... guess what? Our plane left at 6:30 am but they didn't serve breakfast till like 8: or 9:00am... so no breakfast and no discount .... I asked if they could get us a taxi in the am.... first we were told to carry our luggage down the street and hale one down! I said... There was no way in that neighborhood at 5:00 am.... Finally they agreed to call their friend for us who was a taxi driver. Was glad to leave there! I am going back to Quito next month... guess where I am not staying????? OH... better have cash... I booked online and then the next am.... the lady was running me down the street and said they don't take credit cards and I had to pay cash! Good thing I had cash.... I paid her and they called my CC Company and put a stop to any charges from them.... Be careful!
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Uncomfortable one night stand
Room too close to loud street car noise well into the night.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The only place I’ll stay in Quito!
I was beyond satisfied with every aspect of this B&B. Since I was coming in late with quite a bit of luggage, I took advantage of their airport pick up. It was a few dollars more than a regular cab, but was worth it. Rodrigo met me at the airport with a sign with my name on it, helped me with my bags, and we had a delightful chat in English for the 10 minutes or so it took us to get to La Casa Amarilla. He works in the travel industry and can tell you anything you want to know about Quito. The owner, Jenny -- a wonderful and attentive hostess, met me at the door. La Casa Amarilla is clean, modern, and nicely decorated. The mattress I slept on was quite firm, but it’s a quiet part of Quito (yes, there is such a thing) and I slept well. Jenny showed me the intercom that connected to her room and told me to call her at any time if I needed anything at all. You are welcome to wander most of the lower two floors of the house where there is a comfy living room along with a dining area that has a water cooler and hot beverages available 24/7. Jenny is the founder of a non-profit organization called Verde Milenio that does great work with indigenous peoples and others in the campo. We had a lovely talk about it at breakfast. Jenny doesn’t speak much English, but she was very patient with my weak Spanish and it was a great experience overall. I recommend this B&B highly!
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