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. 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 and Plaza de Armas.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Breakfast Info

Continental, American, Breakfast to go

  • Private parking at the hotel


Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

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...
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.
Anonymous
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...
Jara
Ecuador Ecuador
Excelente, los anfitriones muy amables. Confiables.
Victoria
Ecuador Ecuador
Un gran lugar y solo voy un día, me siento como en casa.

Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
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1 queen bed
1 queen bed
1 twin bed
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1 queen bed
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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

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 11 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
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubDiscoverCash
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.