ILLA Experience Hotel is located in the San Marcos district in the historic center of Quito. Behind the closed doors of this 17th-century mansion lies a world of its own, with beautifully decorated suites, restaurant Ines, where you enjoy a tasting menu, a roof terrace with views over the city and a large swimming pool. ILLA Experience Hotel is not only a luxurious boutique hotel, where you will be completely pampered during your stay, but also a place where you can experience Quito in a different way. In this article I will tell you more about ILLA Experience Boutique Hotel and why you want to stay here during your visit to Quito Ecuador.
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Welcome to ILLA Experience Hotel Quito Ecuador
As soon as you enter ILLA Experience Hotel in Quito, you know you have arrived in a special place. This starts at the reception: A team of people is ready to welcome you and take your luggage off your hands. And before you know it, you are standing with a welcome drink and snack in hand, listening to the stories about Quito and the hotel.
ILLA stands for “holy light” and “a professional attitude”, something the owners want to let you experience during your stay. A place where luxury and traditions come together in everything around you. The hotel is decorated with stylish elements and a lot of attention to detail. Besides that, the staff is doing everything they can to make your stay as pleasant as possible.
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The rooms
ILLA Experience Hotel Quito has ten luxurious rooms and suites spread over two floors. The rooms are decorated with luxurious materials and honor Ecuadorian traditions and cultures. Something that is reflected in the design, furniture and art hanging on the walls. Each floor is inspired by a different era, but no two rooms are the same. And believe me, you really enter a little heaven on earth.
I stayed in the Republican Junín myself, a suite inspired by the style of the mansions of the early 20th century. There is plenty of space, light, a lovely bed, a bathroom with a large bath, including luxurious shower products and both a separate shower and toilet. Some rooms overlook the street, others offer views of the Virgin of Quito. Upon arrival, a macaron or fresh quesadilla will be waiting for you in your room.
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Facilities
ILLA Experience Hotel Quito has several corners where you can take a seat on one of the comfortable sofas and chairs, with coffee, tea and sweets ready for you all day long. On the roof terrace, with its bar, you can enjoy a drink while looking out over Quito and the surrounding area.
You can also cool off in the pool after a day of sightseeing in Quito. Looking for even more relaxation? Massages are offered in the spa and you can use the jacuzzi free of charge.
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Experience a tasting menu at Restaurant Ines
If you stay overnight at ILLA Experience Hotel Quito, a dinner at Restaurant Ines should not be missed. Chef Juan Carlos Donoso takes you on a journey through Ecuador in a multi-course tasting menu.
The dishes are an honor to his grandmother and inspired by mother earth. He experiments with flavor combinations and every dish is so pretty. In the open kitchen you can have a look at the preparations, after which the stories of the dishes are explained to you at the table. This makes the dishes even more special and allows you to taste them with attention.
Make sure to ask for the wine pairing. The sommelier knows how to present a perfect combination of local and international wines. And definitely try to get a table by the window, so that you have a view of Quito’s Virgen, watching out over the city.
What to do around ILLA Experience Hotel & Spa in Quito
Because you are in the middle of Quito’s colonial center, almost all sights are within direct walking distance. Want to know more about what to do in Quito? In the next article you will find all my insider tips for things to do, museums, restaurants and cool neighborhoods in Quito.
Experiences by locals and artists
ILLA Experience Hotel wants to introduce you to Quito and its traditions through experiences. You can participate in daily small workshops, given by artists and locals from the San Marcos district. During my stay I learned how to burn a drawing in wood, an art form that was used in Quito in the past.
There are also workshops where you braid hats, make traditional sweets and learn watercolor techniques. And the great thing is that you can follow these workshops completely free of charge. Curious about more local experiences in Quito? In the six senses tour, you will not only visit the highlights of Quito, but also look for local traditions and become acquainted with local crafts.
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In every country I look out for the most beautiful and unique places to stay. A boutique atmosphere, a stylish design, a lovely setting, and a good service are important topics for me, when choosing a hotel. In addition, I like to support the locals and love a sustainable approach around a hotel. Are you curious about my favorite hotels in Ecuador? In the next article you will find an overview of the best boutique hotels in Ecuador, where I personally stayed.
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