El Cardenal Hotel

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 9.4
Rated wonderful

Free Wifi

10

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 ambiance. Breakfast includes continental, American, and Italian options with local specialties, pancakes, cheese, and fruits. 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 24 mi from Camilo Ponce Enriquez Airport, the hotel is near landmarks such as the Cathedral of Loja and the Museum of Archaeology.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • 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 (9.0)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Italian, American

  • Private parking at the hotel

Availability

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Guest reviews

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Clare
Ecuador Ecuador
“The location was quiet, yet close to the city center. The owners were kind and very helpful.”
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.”
Domenic
United States United States
“The staff was super friendly and welcoming, it felt like a home stay or a visit to some distant relative’s house rather than a stay at a hotel. The room was big and comfortable and the breakfasts were fantastic. This definitely ended up being one...”
Robert
Ecuador Ecuador
“This family run business is wonderful. They went way above any expectations we had for any hotel. Not just personalized service, but very personal help about all aspects of being in Loja. The location is next to el Parque Lineal, along the...”
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.”
Adrián
Ecuador Ecuador
“La amabilidad del personal, el desayuno, las excelentes recomendaciones y consejos de los anfitriones. Las habitaciones son muy amplias y el internet tiene muy buena velocidad.”
Gudiño
Ecuador Ecuador
“El trato gentil y amable de cada uno de los integrantes del hotel”
Alvarado
Ecuador Ecuador
“ambiente muy relajado personas amables y dedicadas es muy familiar excelente habitaciones cómodas y grandes tiene una buena vista de la ciudad te ayudan con la obtención de taxis”
Byron
Ecuador Ecuador
“La amabilidad de las personas que atendieron , nos hicieron sentir como en casa”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
La Campiña
  • Cuisine
    Local • Latin American
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian

Amenities of El Cardenal Hotel

Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular amenities

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

House rules

El Cardenal Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Curfew
The entrance to the property is closed between 22:00 and 05:00
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 5:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-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 ID 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 of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by 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 does not accommodate bachelor(ette) 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 minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

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