River City

Guayaquil

River City
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Photo by Katharina Ebert
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Photo by Paula Vernimmen

Popular places to visit

Santa Ana Hill

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.

Santa Ana Hill
La Perla

La Perla

You can learn about the history of Guayaquil with a trip to La Perla. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

La Perla

Numa Pompilio Llona Street

During your trip to Guayaquil, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Numa Pompilio Llona Street. Take some time to visit the cathedral in this family-friendly area.

Numa Pompilio Llona Street

Botanical Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Botanical Garden, a lovely green space in Guayaquil. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Botanical Garden

Museum of Anthropology and Contemporary Art

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Museum of Anthropology and Contemporary Art in Guayaquil. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Museum of Anthropology and Contemporary Art

Artisan Market

During your visit to Guayaquil, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Artisan Market. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Artisan Market

Things to do

Half Day Walking Tour of Guayaquil Pearl of the Pacific

Half Day Walking Tour of Guayaquil Pearl of the Pacific

S$128
per adult
Half Day Walking Tour of Guayaquil Pearl of the Pacific
Guayaquil Cocktail Tasting Tour

Guayaquil Cocktail Tasting Tour

S$122
per adult
Guayaquil Cocktail Tasting Tour
Cocoa Farm

Small Group Guayaquil and Cocoa Farm Full-Day Tour

S$231
per adult
Small Group Guayaquil and Cocoa Farm Full-Day Tour
San Francisco Plaza

Shared Walking Tour in Guayaquil City

S$51
per adult
Shared Walking Tour in Guayaquil City
Ecuadorian Experience Guayaquil-Galápagos 8 Days 7 Nights

Ecuadorian Experience Guayaquil-Galápagos 8 Days 7 Nights

S$1,153
per adult
Ecuadorian Experience Guayaquil-Galápagos 8 Days 7 Nights
Full-Day Cuenca and Traditional Craft Beer Tasting Tour

Full-Day Cuenca and Traditional Craft Beer Tasting Tour

S$590
per adult
Full-Day Cuenca and Traditional Craft Beer Tasting Tour
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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, Ciudad del Rio - Puerto Santa Ana, Guayaquil, Guayas
The price is S$160 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
S$160
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Guayaquil. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Nice hotel and good location"

Reviewed on 2 Aug, 2025

Wyndham Guayaquil Puerto Santa Ana
Luxury Suites Riverfront GYE

Luxury Suites Riverfront GYE

3.5 out of 5
Puerto Santa Ana, Guayaquil, Guayas
The price is S$143 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
S$143
22 Aug - 23 Aug
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Guayaquil. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Santa Ana Hill and Botanical Garden ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (93 reviews)
"The property is close to the Malecon and airport. The shades and windows were dirty. It looked a bit drab inside."

Reviewed on 15 May, 2025

Luxury Suites Riverfront GYE
Mansión del Río

Mansión del Río

3.5 out of 5
Barrio Las Peñas, Calle Numa Pompilio Llona No. 120, Guayaquil
The price is S$85 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
S$85
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Guayaquil. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Santa Ana Hill and Numa Pompilio Llona ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (125 reviews)
"Mansion del Rio is like staying in a museum. We had a great time. It was close to Malecon 2000 as well as the revitalized Santa Ana area along the river. Staff were great, and the breakfast was very good."

Reviewed on 2 Feb, 2025

Mansión del Río
River View suites Puerto Santa Ana gye

River View suites Puerto Santa Ana gye

3 out of 5
Puerto Santa Ana, Edificios Riverfront, Bellini, junto al hotel Wyndham., Guayaquil, Guayas
The price is S$104 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
S$104
22 Aug - 23 Aug
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Guayaquil. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Santa Ana Hill and Botanical Garden ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (34 reviews)
"Agradable experiencia! Buena comunicación"

Reviewed on 24 Mar, 2025

River View suites Puerto Santa Ana gye
Fortune Hotel

Fortune Hotel

3 out of 5
Pedro Carbo 408, Guayaquil, Guayas
The price is S$55 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
S$55
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Guayaquil. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Artisan Market and Museum of Anthropology and ...
"Very bad Hotel. Not using Expedia again."

Reviewed on 8 Apr, 2024

Fortune Hotel
Hotel Rio Guayas

Hotel Rio Guayas

2.5 out of 5
124 Numa Pompilio Llona, Guayaquil, Guayas
The price is S$332 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
S$332
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Stay at this aparthotel in Guayaquil. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Numa Pompilio Llona Street and Santa Ana ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
"I absolutely loved my stay at Hotel Rio Guayas! The staff was incredibly kind, attentive, and made me feel truly welcome. One of the highlights was the stunning river view from the restaurant absolutely unforgettable. The hotel feels luxurious, with beautiful artwork and elegant decor throughout. ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jul, 2025

Hotel Rio Guayas
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Other neighbourhoods around River City

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Las Peñas

Visitors to Las Peñas like its churches and seaside views, and Santa Ana Hill is a sight worth a stop.

Las Peñas
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Puerto Santa Ana

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

Puerto Santa Ana
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La Atarazana

When in La Atarazana, you can plan a visit to Santa Ana Hill and Modelo Alberto Spencer Herrera Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

La Atarazana
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Roca

While there might not be top attractions in Roca, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Central Market and Santa Ana Hill.

Roca
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Downtown Guayaquil

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

Downtown Guayaquil
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Rocafuerte

If you're spending some time in Rocafuerte, Central Market and Simon Bolivar Statue are top sights worth seeing.

Rocafuerte

River City