On the hillside where Guayaquil first rose, among cobbled alleys and century-old homes, stands Hotel Río Guayas: a contemporary homage to the bohemian, resilient soul of Las Peñas. Where once the cannons of Fort La Planchada thundered and duels with French and Dutch corsairs echoed, now rises a sanctuary of tropical elegance, where history breathes through every detail.
Hotel Río Guayas doesn’t imitate the past – it embodies it. It’s no coincidence the hotel stands on the historic land of former President Arroyo del Río – preserving cultural heritage landmarks is a cornerstone of the Art Hotels Ecuador brand. Keeping with the architectural identity of Las Peñas, the last vestige of Guayaquil’s typical architecture, every detail is a combination of functionality and ornamentation – most notably exhibited by the windows’ chazas (fixed horizontal lattices), a legacy of Arab influence.
Just fifteen minutes from the international airport and steps away from both the artistic charm of Las Peñas and the modern cafés and galleries of Puerto Santa Ana, the hotel is the perfect portal to explore Ecuador. To travelers bound for the Galápagos Islands, it offers a land-based experience that matches the wonder of the sea.
Guayaquil is not just a place on the map – it’s a gateway. And Hotel Río Guayas is its most refined threshold. A space where bespoke service, signature cuisine, and curated local art converge in harmony. Here, the sophisticated traveler – whether a local seeking a cultural escape or a global explorer in pursuit of authenticity – finds a hotel that dares to look back in order to build forward.
