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Guesthouse Nelson

2.5 star property

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Family Room | View from room
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Suite, Balcony | Breakfast area | Daily continental breakfast for a fee

Reviews

5.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Room service

Explore the area

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General Pedro Briceño E1-82, Quito, Pichincha, 170403
  • Place, La Alameda Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Basilica of the National Vow
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, House of Ecuadorian Culture
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Quito (UIO-Mariscal Sucre Intl.)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

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Junior Suite, Balcony | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Junior Suite, Balcony

  • City view
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Double Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, Balcony

  • City view
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Shared Dormitory (3 beds)

  • 322 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room

  • 431 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room

  • Beach view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Luxury Room, City View

  • City view
  • 356 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Luxury Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Luxury Double Room

  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Quito

Located in Quito Historic Center, Guesthouse Nelson is next to La Alameda Park and San Blas Square. This 10-room hostal welcomes guests with conveniences like a bar/lounge, a coffee shop/cafe, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • La Alameda Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Basilica of the National Vow - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • House of Ecuadorian Culture - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Catedral Metropolitana de Quito - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • La Mariscal Craft Market - 6 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • La Alameda Station - 6 min walk
  • Universidad Central Station - 10 min drive
  • Mariscal Sucre Intl. Airport (UIO) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Corvinas de Don Jimmy - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Vista hermosa 2 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Café San Blas - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Zular - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mirador Basílica Rooftop - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Guesthouse Nelson

At Guesthouse Nelson, guests have access to karaoke, free WiFi in public areas, and microwave in a common area. Valet parking is USD 5.00 per night if you plan to drive, or hop aboard the airport shuttle (available on request) for USD 60 per vehicle roundtrip. The front desk has multilingual staff standing by 24 hours a day to assist with luggage storage and concierge services. Additional amenities include a refrigerator in a common area, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
Guests can enjoy free WiFi and TVs. Beds sport pillow menus and bathrooms offer free toiletries.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) during limited hours on request
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Valet parking on site (USD 5 per night)

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to noon for a fee: USD 4 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Karaoke

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1900
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Room service

More

  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 12

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night

Important information

Fees

  • You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Ecuador Value-Added Tax (VAT) at 15%. A VAT exemption is available to travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing they are not a resident of Ecuador.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 4 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 60 per vehicle (roundtrip)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 5.00 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 12
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available during limited hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers valet parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Guesthouse Nelson Hostal
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Guesthouse Nelson Quito
Guesthouse Nelson Hostal
Guesthouse Nelson Hostal Quito

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Guesthouse Nelson?

Guesthouse Nelson provides free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Guesthouse Nelson?

As of Jun 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Guesthouse Nelson on Jun 28, 2026 start from $18, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do around Guesthouse Nelson?

This hostal is situated in Quito Historic Center, just steps from San Blas Square and La Alameda Park, and within a short walk of Itchimbia Park. You'll also find Basilica of the National Vow and National Assembly of Ecuador less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Guesthouse Nelson?

Yes, extended parking is offered for free at the hostal. Valet parking is available for USD 5 per night.

Does Guesthouse Nelson include a casino on the premises?

No, Guesthouse Nelson doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Guesthouse Nelson?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostal.

Is Guesthouse Nelson a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hostal will appreciate amenities like a pillow menu as well as a bar/lounge and a coffee shop/cafe.

Are there hot tubs at Guesthouse Nelson?

No, this hostal doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Guesthouse Nelson feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Guesthouse Nelson serves continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its cafe.

Does Guesthouse Nelson allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Guesthouse Nelson.

Are there connecting rooms at Guesthouse Nelson?

No, this hostal doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Guesthouse Nelson?

The closest major airport to Guesthouse Nelson is Mariscal Sucre Intl. Airport (UIO), which is 23.1 mi away (64 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Guesthouse Nelson?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hostal offer a balcony where guests can enjoy beach and city views.

Guesthouse Nelson Reviews

Reviews

5.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 7 reviews

6.4/10

Cleanliness

4.4/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Griselda

Liked: Room comfort

Regadets eléctrica mala :(

Todo bien excepto la regadera eléctrica, poca agua y medio tibia y supongo que no nos hicieron limpieza de habitación por ser semana de carnavales y creo que no tenían personal...
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2018
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Ela

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Please stay AWAY from this "hotel"!!!

I really hope Expedia will reconsider representing this facility. The owner of the "Guest House" is never there and does not provide ANY of the items listed on the Expedia website -there is no hot water. -bad odor coming from the toilet. -old stained bedding -no toiletries (we were provided with one soap bar for two weeks stay) -no daily cleaning (he did not do ANY cleaning of the room during our 2 weeks stay, did not even remove the garbage. We collected our garbage in our own bags on the small balcony as there was no place to remove it to) -he did not replace our towels. We had to ask other guest for support in getting in touch with him in order to receive clean towels and toilet paper) and during 2 weeks he replace our towels 3 times. -the room was very cold at night and the owner did not provide us with additional blankets. I inquire about bedding change after one week and offered to wash it in my own time using my own detergent. All I asked is to be able to use his washing machine. I was told that the charge will be $4.00 for washing and drying! At that time we decided to leave the hotel and stay somewhere else. When we came back at the end of our paid stay to gather the rest of our belongings the garbage was still there. No one entered the room to do ANYTHING. Thankfully we speak enough Spanish to communicate as the owner does not speak ANY English.. Please stay AWAY form the hotels that do not allow cancellation. We can provide pictures upon request.
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2017
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Not really worth the money

We arrived at 8am, and the hotel staff didn’t come to work until 11am. We sat on the front step waiting for HOURS. We think they were all hungover from a big festival the night before. When we did get checked in, they couldn’t find our hotels.com reservation. The showers are really bad, barely a trickle of water if you set it to “hot”, although they advertise hot showers... the good things are the room was very large, and the location is good for getting to the historic district, but I would not stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Albert

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
De eigenaar kon de boeking niet Vinden, terwijl er wel van tevoren was betaald. Waar dit aan heeft gelegen is onbekend. Kregen ook geen sleutel van de voordeur. Waardoor we er ook s ochtens niet uit konden
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017
Verified

4/10 Poor

Laurent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Déçu

Il n'y avait personne a notre accueil à 7h du matin alors qu'on avait prévenu de notre arrivée. Ils ont voulu nous faire payer plus que ce qui était prévu. La rue est bruyante et l'éclairage public éclaire la chambre comme en plein jour (il n'y a pas de rideaux occultants. On a croisé plusieurs personnes enfermée à l'intérieur de la maison (il faut une clef pour sortir et il n'y avait personne à l’accueil) Il n'y a pas vraiment d'eau chaude (il y en a un peu si on fait couler très peu l'eau)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice Hotel, Excellent Manager, Excellent ubication

Wonderful experience, the manager is very kind, confortable rooms, so quite, nearby down town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Kaldt hotell uten varmtvann

Hotellet ligger midt i mellom gammelbyen og den nyere delen av Quito. Hotellet var gammelt, rommet dårlig, med en dårlig seng og uten varmtvann i dusjen. Isolasjonen er heller ikke bra, noe som gjør oppholdet i Quito kaldt! Bra wifi.