Quito, EcuadorCentro Historico
Carlota
Eco-conscious Republican townhouse
Eco-conscious Republican townhouse
The 1905 townhouse runs as an eco-conscious hotel, powered by solar energy and built from salvaged materials.
“Environmentally conscious innovation meets tourism in the 12-room Hotel Carlota in the Old Town, the first LEED-certified hotel in the country.”
What it’s good at
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler.
a century-old landmark building is brought to life by contemporary architecture and transformed into a thoroughly modern boutique hotel, where classic mansion style and cutting-edge art and design combine
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Plaza Grande sits just down the street, surrounded by the colonial churches and cobblestone lanes of the historic center.
The rooms
Exposed brick and restored woodwork shape the rooms, each named after a native Andean bird.
Restaurant
Bistro 626
Tufted leather banquettes line the ground-floor room, where the kitchen serves traditional locro de papas and fresh ceviche.
How it began
Doña Carlota lived in the 1905 residence for over forty years before her grandson remade it into a hotel.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.