About Guayaquil
Guayaquil is one of Ecuador's major cities, home to around 2,723,665 people.
Best time
The dry season (roughly May–September) is ideal
Weather
From highland cool to tropical warmth
Experiences
Things to do in Guayaquil
1
El Lago Park
2
Botanical Garden
3
Zoo el Pantanal
Budget travel
Free things to do in Guayaquil
El Lago Park
Botanical Garden
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit El Lago Park
- Visit Botanical Garden
- Visit Zoo el Pantanal
- Eat at Red Crab
Where to eat
Local favourites
Red Crab
Coastal food: fish, crabs, shrimp; a big variety of dishes and combinations. A little pricey for the medium. Has two locations: 1. in Urdesa
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
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Fika Hotel Guayaquil Airport Suites Mall del Sol
Luxury suites with full kitchen and fridge in the most exclusive area of Guayaquil near the airport complete with hot water, TV, Wi-fi, 24-h
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Hotel Alexander
Neat and clean hotel, cheapest in its category, just a few blocks from 9 de Octubre Ave. Has hot water, TV, WIFI, internet cafe in lobby, A/
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Hotel Andes Inn
Clean, good value hotel. Large sunny windows. Cable TV. Hot water. Internet in lobby.
- $$
Hotel Berlín
Cable TV, air conditioner, free and reliable Internet, kitchen. In the center of Guayaquil (very noisy!) near to Malecon 2000, Seminario Par
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Hotel Sander
Simple and clean place just a few blocks from the center of town. Rooms have TVs, fans and towels.
Nightlife
- El Gran Yate
- Bar los 80s
In pictures
Guayaquil gallery
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