El Belén Travel Guide
Quito
Popular places to visit
Monument to the Equator
Learn about the local history of San Antonio de Pichincha with a stop at Monument to the Equator. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Parque La Carolina
Parque La Carolina is just one of the places to see in Quito, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.
Foch Square
You can learn about the history of Quito with a trip to Foch Square. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.
La Mariscal Craft Market
During your visit to Quito, you can search for that perfect souvenir at La Mariscal Craft Market. You can seek out the local tours in this culturally rich area.
Catedral Metropolitana de Quito
Learn about the local history of Quito when you take a trip to Catedral Metropolitana de Quito. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Basilica of the National Vow
You can learn about the history of Quito with a stop at Basilica of the National Vow. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Top hotels in El Belén
Hilton Colon Quito
Great location , clean and the staff was very helpful.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Casona 1914 Quito - Gothic Cathedral View Rooftop
The classic look of this well preserved mansion, warm and helpfull service and all the amenities you can hope for in this central but private location. Perfect place for couples and solo travelers who want a quiet comfortable oasis after a busy day.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Wyndham Quito Airport
24-7 shuttle to the airport leaving every 30 min was very convenient. Included buffet breakfast also made it easy to grab a bite before flying.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Hampton By Hilton Quito La Carolina Park
Breakfast wasn’t great, but everything else was perfect!
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
JW Marriott Quito
Lovely hotel, great breakfast and the gym / spa was one of the best stocked I've encountered.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Holiday Inn Quito Airport by IHG
Fabulous stay! Everything was perfect, the room was large and comfortable. The breakfast buffet was extensive with everything g fresh. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around El Belén
La Mariscal
La Mariscal is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Foch Square and La Mariscal Craft Market while in the area.
La Floresta
La Floresta is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Abya Yala Museum and Trude Sojka Cultural House.
San Juan
You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in San Juan. You might want to make time for a stop at Centro de Arte Contemporaneo or Palacio de Gobierno.
Colón
While visiting Colón, you might make a stop by sights like Uio Microtheater and Mindalae Museum.
La Colon
If you're spending some time in La Colon, Uio Microtheater and Mindalae Museum are top sights worth seeing.
The Street of the Seven Crosses
Shopping, churches and restaurants are some highlights of The Street of the Seven Crosses. Make a stop by Carondelet Palace or Independence Square while you're exploring.
