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Featuring free WiFi and a restaurant, Hotel El Altar offers pet-friendly accommodations in Riobamba, 24 mi from Baños. The hotel has a children's play zone and views of the city, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant. Free private parking is available on site. All rooms have a TV with satellite channels. Rooms are fitted with a private bathroom. There is a 24-hour front desk at the property. San Andrés is 5 mi from Hotel El Altar, while Ambato is 29 mi from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Breakfast Info

American

Free private parking available at the hotel


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
1 twin bed
2 twin beds
3 twin beds
4 twin beds
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
8.2
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
8.3
Location
8.8
Free WiFi
8.3
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Nicolas
    Ecuador Ecuador
    I had the best experience in costumer service with their special staff member Luna 🐾
  • Alejandro
    China China
    The staff was very friendly and good parking space
  • Visitor
    United States of America United States of America
    The staff was extraordinary. When we accidently broke the rear windshield of our rental car backing into a parking spot, the staff sprung into action: helping to clean up the mess, taping up the broken windshield, and communicating with the car...

Hotel area info

Amenities of Hotel El Altar
Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Family rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • City view
Outdoors
  • Terrace
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Playground
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Minibar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Front Desk Services
    • Concierge
    • Baggage storage
    • Tour desk
    • 24-hour front desk
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Indoor play area
    Cleaning Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Suit press
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Business Facilities
    • Fax/Photocopying
    • Business center
    • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Safe
    General
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Pet bowls
    • Grocery deliveries
      Additional charge
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Smoke-free property
    • Executive lounge access
    • Wake-up service
    • Heating
    • Packed lunches
    • Family rooms
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    • Room service
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Spa
    • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
    • Steam room
    • Public Bath
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
      Additional charge
    • Spa
      Additional charge
    Languages Spoken
    • Spanish

    House rules

    Hotel El Altar takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 3:00 PM

    Check-out

    From 1:00 AM to 12:00 PM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 5 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    0 - 1 years
    Extra bed upon request
    $15 per child, per night
    Crib upon request
    Free
    2 - 11 years
    Extra bed upon request
    $15 per child, per night

    Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

    Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

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    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Hotel El Altar 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.

    In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

    Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

    Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

    Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

    FAQs about Hotel El Altar

    • Guests staying at Hotel El Altar can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.9).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • American

    • Check-in at Hotel El Altar is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

    • Room options at Hotel El Altar include:

      • Double
      • Single
      • Twin
      • Triple
      • Quad

    • Hotel El Altar offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Spa
      • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
      • Playground
      • Steam room
      • Public Bath
      • Spa lounge/Relaxation area

    • Hotel El Altar is 2 miles from the center of Riobamba. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Hotel El Altar may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Hotel El Altar on this page.

    • Yes, Hotel El Altar is popular with guests booking family stays.