River City Travel Guide

Guayaquil

A cityscape with a prominent church, flags, and a river.
A densely populated urban area with a mix of residential buildings, a large open square, and several communication towers.
A densely packed hillside settlement with colorful buildings and a prominent communication tower.
A river with a boat docked at a pier, surrounded by buildings and a bridge.
A coastal cityscape with a prominent hill, a river, and a stadium.

Stay near popular River City attractions

Santa Ana Hill

9.2/10 (500 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

City Winery - Two Hemispheres

Wine Tasting Experience with Tasting Menu

Rp1.152.035
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wine Tasting Experience with Tasting Menu
Half Day Walking Tour of Guayaquil Pearl of the Pacific

Half Day Walking Tour of Guayaquil Pearl of the Pacific

Rp1.786.100
per adult
Half Day Walking Tour of Guayaquil Pearl of the Pacific
Cocoa farm and Chocolate making!

Cocoa farm and Chocolate making!

Rp2.768.455
per adult
Cocoa farm and Chocolate making!
Ecuador Paragliding Guayaquil

Ecuador Paragliding Guayaquil

Rp1.750.378
per adult
Ecuador Paragliding Guayaquil
Cocoa Farm

Small Group Guayaquil and Cocoa Farm Full-Day Tour

Rp3.214.980
per adult
Small Group Guayaquil and Cocoa Farm Full-Day Tour
Guayaquil: Personalized City Tour with Guide

Guayaquil: Personalized City Tour with Guide

Rp1.607.490
per adult
Guayaquil: Personalized City Tour with Guide
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Top hotels in River City

Wyndham Guayaquil Puerto Santa Ana

Wyndham Guayaquil Puerto Santa Ana

4.5 out of 5
Calle Numa Pompilio Llona S N Guayaquil Guayas
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.241.408 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
Rp2.241.408
Rp2.509.326 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Stay at this luxury hotel in Guayaquil. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,009 reviews)
"This is a great option in Guayaquil and the area is very walkable with many restaurants right outside along the river. Highly recommended."

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

Wyndham Guayaquil Puerto Santa Ana
River View suites Puerto Santa Ana gye

River View suites Puerto Santa Ana gye

3 out of 5
Puerto Santa Ana, Edificios Riverfront Guayaquil Guayas
The price is Rp1.875.428 per night from 11 Sept to 12 Sept
Rp1.875.428
Rp1.892.939 total
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Stay at this apartment in Guayaquil. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Santa Ana Hill and Botanical Garden are located ...
River View suites Puerto Santa Ana gye
Mansión del Río

Mansión del Río

3.5 out of 5
Barrio Las Peñas Guayaquil
The price is Rp1.040.153 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
Rp1.040.153
Rp1.161.679 total
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Stay at this hotel in Guayaquil. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Santa Ana Hill and Numa Pompilio Llona Street are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (147 reviews)
"Great experience at this hotel, very interesting architecture and lovely staff. All were super friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 5 Sept 2026

Mansión del Río
Luxury Suites Riverfront GYE

Luxury Suites Riverfront GYE

3.5 out of 5
Puerto Santa Ana Guayaquil Guayas
Stay at this aparthotel in Guayaquil. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Santa Ana Hill and Botanical Garden are ...
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Luxury Suites Riverfront GYE
Hotel Río Guayas by Art Hotels Ecuador

Hotel Río Guayas by Art Hotels Ecuador

4 out of 5
124 Numa Pompilio Llona Guayaquil Guayas
The price is Rp5.883.696 per night from 11 Sept to 12 Sept
Rp5.883.696
Rp6.546.488 total
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Stay at this hotel in Guayaquil. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and on-site spa services. Popular attractions Numa Pompilio Llona Street and Santa Ana Hill ...
Hotel Río Guayas by Art Hotels Ecuador
Fortune Hotel

Fortune Hotel

3 out of 5
Pedro Carbo 408 Guayaquil Guayas
The price is Rp866.794 per night from 11 Sept to 12 Sept
Rp866.794
Rp884.305 total
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Stay at this hotel in Guayaquil. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Artisan Market and Museum of Anthropology and Contemporary ...
7.6/10 Good! (9 reviews)
"Is a great place the only problem is the disco bars outside the hotel"

Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026

Fortune Hotel
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Where to stay in River City

Find the best River City areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A row of colorful colonial buildings with balconies and wooden shutters.

Ecuador

Ecuador might not have many top sights, but C.C. Riocentro Sur and Mall del Sur are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

A colorful outdoor installation with large letters spelling out a word.
Photo by Botak Jon
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Downtown Guayaquil

Travellers come to Downtown Guayaquil for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Sports Federation of Guayas and Moorish Clock Tower while you're in town.

A densely packed urban area with numerous buildings and a prominent tower on a hill.

Puerto Santa Ana

Restaurants and river views are some things travellers note about Puerto Santa Ana. Check out Santa Ana Hill or Numa Pompilio Llona Street while you're familiarising yourself with the larger area.

A cityscape with colorful buildings, a prominent church, and a hill with residential structures.

Kennedy

Unique features of Kennedy include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by San Marino Mall or Policentro while you're exploring the area.

A green and yellow iguana on a rocky surface.

Urdesa

Urdesa is well liked for its restaurants. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Guayaquil area, you might plan a trip to San Marino Mall or Policentro.

River City Travel Guide