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.
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.
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.
TelefériQo Base Station
Hit the slopes at TelefériQo Base Station during your trip to Quito. Make time for the shops and 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.
Top hotels in El Belén
Hilton Colon Quito
"Nice option for a comfortable stay and elaborate breakfast."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Casona 1914 Quito - Gothic Cathedral View Rooftop
"The location is very convenient and easy access to everything. The rooftop has beautiful views of the city and cathedral. Staff were friendly and helpful throughout."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Wyndham Quito Airport
"Excellent location of hotel close to airport and added value of airport shuttle is truly a big advantage! Staff is helpful and friendly. Food service is slow..... maybe due to poor staffing."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Hampton By Hilton Quito La Carolina Park
"This is an excellent hotel to include rental car parking. Rooms do not automatically include a mini refrigerator but you can ask for one when you check in at no additional charge."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Holiday Inn Quito Airport by IHG
"Perfect"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
JW Marriott Quito
"Muy buen hotel, excelente todo"
Reviewed on 24 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.
Quito Historic Center
Churches, museums and shopping are just a few things travellers like about Quito Historic Center. Sights like Carondelet Palace and Independence Square are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Quito area at San Francisco Station.
