Our stay was enhanced by the manager, Francisco, and his wife and family (if behind the scenes). He was on hand to advise us, as when we visited Quito, violence had broken out nationwide. He made sure we got taxis, made reservations for restaurants, and knew our way about the Mariscal Sucre neighborhood near Plaza Foch. Despite its reputation as a tourist zone, it can be a sketchy area to wander in, so take care... Breakfast is provided. Eggs or French toast. Milk, tea, coffee, cereal and bread are also on hand. A little bar is on the other side of the dining room. A sitting room with a big sofa offers a chance to sit and chat with guests outside the rooms themselves. The room reminded us of a French hotel. (The owner is Belgian.) The decor gave an old-world feel to the place, immediately welcoming. On the top floor, the air could get stuffy. The window opened onto an inner atrium glassed over, so we relied on a fan, which made the interior quite pleasant, and also drowned out some street noise. The area is a bit sketchy, even in daytime. Despite Mariscal Sucre's billing as a tourist destination, hard times are evident, and around Plaza Foch as we were, be cautious. That's another reason why having a reliable manager proves a bonus, given that those unfamiliar with the neighborhood can get lost pretty easily, in our case at least. It's located convenient to streets where you can easily catch a cab. But not on a too-busy street, luckily. Recommended as a fairly priced, restful, and attractive hotel.
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