Barranco Travel Guide
Guayaquil
Popular places to visit
Malecon 2000
Malecon 2000 is just one of the places to see in Guayaquil, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
City Mall
During your visit to Guayaquil, you can do some window-shopping at City Mall. Visit the area's cathedral or simply enjoy its seafood restaurants.
Santa Ana Hill
Explore the great outdoors at Santa Ana Hill, a lovely green space in Guayaquil. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Guayaquil Historic Park
Guayaquil Historic Park is just one of the places to see in Samborondon, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Guayaquil Country Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Samborondon at Guayaquil Country Club.
U.S. Consulate General
U.S. Consulate General is just one of the places to see in San Eduardo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Things to do
Wine Tasting Experience with Tasting Menu
Half Day Walking Tour of Guayaquil Pearl of the Pacific
Small Group Guayaquil and Cocoa Farm Full-Day Tour
Premium City Tour for Seniors - Guayaquil
Guayaquil City Tour Including the Light House of Cerro Santa Ana
Top hotels in Barranco
Wyndham Guayaquil Puerto Santa Ana
Awesome
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Guayaquil Airport by IHG
Staff was very nice
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Oro Verde Guayaquil
Yes, great
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Hilton Colon Guayaquil
Overall experience would give it a 4.5 stars. Staff for the most part very friendly and helpful. Food was ok, clean rooms, exec lounge was nice to have! Would recommend!
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Unipark by Oro Verde Hotels
No to much choices
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Sheraton Guayaquil Hotel
My stay at the Sheraton Hotel was exceptional from start to finish. The moment I arrived, the staff made me feel genuinely welcomed with their friendly attitude and attentive service. The lobby and common areas were spotless, modern, and inviting—exactly the kind of atmosphere that sets the tone ...
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Barranco
Guayacanes
Guayacanes might not have many top sights, but Plaza Lagos Town Center and City Mall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Los Sauces
When in Los Sauces, you can plan a visit to City Mall and Mall del Sol Shopping Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
La Puntilla
While there might not be top attractions in La Puntilla, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Riocentro Entre Rios and La Piazza.
Garzota
The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Garzota. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Mall del Sol Shopping Center and World Trade Center, a few notable attractions nearby.
Alborada
If you're spending some time in Alborada, La Rotonda Shopping Center and Guayaquil Parrot are top sights worth seeing.
Urbanizacion Villa del Rey
While Urbanizacion Villa del Rey isn't home to many top sights, El Pantanal Zoo and Botanical Garden of Guayaquil are some notable places to visit nearby.
