The Casa Gardenia is a gorgeous little boutique-style bed and breakfast hotel slap bang in the historic core of Quito. Uphill from the centre, it has spectacular views out over the city from the comfy sofa on the rooftop balcony - these are particularly magical at night when the city is ablaze with lights.
The property is imaginatively designed to combine traditional taste and style with contemporary flair, retaining the traditional balconies and original adobe walls of the old building. Service is particularly attentive, with all the staff really eager to please, and English is spoken.