The
colonial center of Quito is a treasure trove of baroque art and
architecture, including state buildings, churches, monasteries
and narrow streets that reflect Ecuador's unique blend of indigenous
and Spanish cultures. The Hotel Plaza Grande is located in what
was originally the home of Juan Díaz de Hidalgo, one of
the Spanish conquerors who founded the city of Quito at the beginning
of the sixteenth century.  He was later appointed Quito's first
judge. His mansion later became one of Quito's first hotels.
Previously known as the Majestic Hotel, its doors first opened
in 1943. The hotel was renowned for its elegance, music and color,
delighting thousands of guests and becoming one of the biggest
attractions of the era. The hotel closed its doors, but the building
remained in service, first as a bank and then as administrative
offices for the municipality of Quito. In 2005, however, the building
caught the attention of a group of hoteliers, who began an investment
to restore the old hotel to its former glory. Today, the boutique
Hotel Plaza Grande is Quito's finest hotel. This is a full-service
hotel with 24-hour room service, Spa and Fitness Center, and three
restaurants: The Café Plaza Grande, La Belle Epoque for
more formal dining, and the El Claustro Wine Cellar.
Hotel Plaza Grande has 15 suites,
furnished with antique pieces or highest quality reproductions,
and following standards of the Spanish colonial era. The suites
combine the flavor of long-ago times with every detail that a
modern five star hotel could require. There are eleven double
and single Royal Suites, each of which has been outfitted with
tasteful décor and fine linens for an unforgettable visit.
The three Plaza Suites feature an incomparable view of the Plaza
de Independencia Square, the Panecillo Hill, Cathedral and Presidential
Palace that will take you back centuries. |
Building at Night
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Front Desk
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Lobby Flowers
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Lobby Stairway
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Lobby Seating
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La Belle Epoque Restaurant
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La Belle Epoque Restaurant
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Japanese Restaurant
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Cafe
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San Francisco Salon
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Claustro Wine Cellar
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Claustro Wine Cellar
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Bar
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Grand Suite Bathroom
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Living Room
Plaza View Suite
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Bedroom
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Bedroom
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Royal Suite
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Presidential Suite
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