El Cardenal Hotel

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Scored 9.1
Rated superb

Staff

9.7

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: El Cardenal Hotel in Loja offers family rooms with private bathrooms, balconies, and views of landmarks. Each room includes a work desk, TV, and free toiletries. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves local and Latin American cuisines with vegetarian options. Guests can enjoy lunch and dinner in a traditional ambience. Amenities and Services: The hotel features a sun terrace, restaurant, and free WiFi. Additional services include a paid shuttle, lounge, public bath, concierge, daily housekeeping, coffee shop, outdoor seating, picnic area, family rooms, full-day security, room service, tour desk, and luggage storage. Location and Attractions: Located 39 km from Camilo Ponce Enriquez Airport, the hotel is near landmarks such as the Cathedral and Plaza de Armas.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Private parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

Breakfast info

Continental, American, Breakfast to go

  • Private parking at the hotel

Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
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1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 single bed
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1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Life2ontour
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very clean, family run hotel. Owner loved our story and spent a long time chatting and taking photos. Very pleasant 10 minutes walk along the river bank to the centre. Parking is a locked compound a few units up the hill. Motorcycles...”
Paul
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Nice people. Excellent parking arrangement. Excellent value.”
Paul
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The staff were exceptional. Taking me into Loja centre to find the clinic for my yellow fever vax. Also joining in traditional family meals, i felt at home. It's surroundings very quiet, yet a short brisk walk or taxi ride to the many bustling...”
Rebecca
New Zealand New Zealand
“Lovely family run hotel. Secure parking for our motorcycles. We ate at the hotel and it was delicious, simple food and great value. Breakfast was good too. Everyone was so lovely and helpful.”
Mary
Ecuador Ecuador
“Breakfast was excellent. Mercedes is the best! She makes you feel like family. It is a great family run operation. Remi is so amazing. He does everything to make your stay enjoyable. Loved the solitude and river walks to the city center. No loud...”
Victoria
Ecuador Ecuador
“Un gran lugar y solo voy un día, me siento como en casa.”
David
United States United States
“Located in a very quiet residential neighborhood. It is adjacent to a large park. Only a 2 dollar taxi to the Central district.”
Laura
Canada Canada
“Habitación muy cómoda, ducha caliente, buen wifi, ubicación tranquila, desayuno delicioso y anfitriones amables. Sin duda recomendaría este hotel. Very comfortable room, hot shower, good wifi, quiet location, delicious breakfast and kind hosts....”
Fabian
Ecuador Ecuador
“La atención de las personas que están a cargo, muy amables y pendientes de todo. Muy recomendable, buenos espacios, muy bonito y precios muy buenos.”
Isabel
Ecuador Ecuador
“Desayuno variado cada día, casero. El personal muy amable. Se pasaron con los consejos para visitar lugares en Loja y fuera de la ciudad. Un hotel pequeño pero muy acogedor y agradable.”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
La Campiña
  • Cuisine
    Local • Latin American
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian

House rules

El Cardenal Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 22:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Curfew
Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 22:00 and 05:00
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 8 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubDiscoverCash
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 05:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note:

Payments by credit card will have 5% service charge fee

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform El Cardenal Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.

Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

This property is located in a residential area and guests are asked to refrain from excessive noise.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 05:00:00.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.