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Hotel El Altar

3.0 star property

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TV
Spa
Children’s pool
Terrace/patio
Triple Room | 1 bedroom, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Avenida 11 de Noviembre y, Demetrio Aguilera, Riobamba, Chimborazo, 60107
  • Place, Regional Autonomous University of the Andes Riobamba
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Sesquicentennial Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Higher Polytechnic School of Chimborazo
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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Single Room | 1 bedroom, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe

Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe

Double or Twin Room

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Double Room | 1 bedroom, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe

Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Triple Room | 1 bedroom, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe

Triple Room

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds OR 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Quadruple Room | 1 bedroom, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe

Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Hotel El Altar

A restaurant, a snack bar/deli and a steam room are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, spa services, 24-hour room service and a business centre are on-site.
Hotel El Altar offers 30 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Beds feature down duvets. Cable televisions are provided. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Riobamba hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a steam room.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services.
During your stay at Hotel El Altar, you're just a quick walk from Regional Autonomous University of the Andes Riobamba. Features include free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls.
  • Free continental breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Enjoy a bite to eat at the restaurant
  • Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
  • On-site recreation includes a steam room and a playground
  • Within a 10-minute walk of Regional Autonomous University of the Andes Riobamba and Sesquicentennial Park
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business centre and a meeting room. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A steam room, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly Hotel El Altar. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Riobamba hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served a free continental breakfast daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.
Hotel El Altar has a restaurant on site.
24-hour room service is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7 AM to 10 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Playground
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Children's toys
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Separate bedroom
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • In a state park
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Desk
  • Dryer
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 5 per pet, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 5 per day
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 22 lb per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 17 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Ecuador value-added tax (VAT) at 15%. A VAT exemption is available to travellers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing that they are not a resident of Ecuador.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 170.00 per vehicle (return)
  • Pet deposit: USD 5 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 5 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 17 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child aged 6 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

HOTEL EL ALTAR Riobamba
EL ALTAR Riobamba
HOTEL EL ALTAR Hotel
HOTEL EL ALTAR Riobamba
HOTEL EL ALTAR Hotel Riobamba

Hotel El Altar Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 68 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Niko

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean affordable breakfast was good
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was super friendly. Parking was easy and secure. Everything was clean and comfortable. We had everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well located and has parking lot
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

arlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My room was clean comfortable and quiet, staff was all great,shower was hot and breakfast was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome people and space.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

said

Liked: Amenities
Very nice people. Very clean hôtel. En général evrything in this hôtel is perfect
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My partner and i stayed for 3 days. The staff was very accomadating and welcoming. The hotel is in a safe and convenient location.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lewis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service. Nice full breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George

It’s what I needed for the night
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrik Jesse J.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Satisfied with the visit

Good stay in Riobamba, parking was available and breakfast OK! Room nice with useful minibar options available for purchase. The reception charged me mistakenly at first as I had already paid online, but they caught their error already even before I did, and promptly fixed it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lewis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff friendly and professional. Full breakfast is nice. Would prefer real coffee to instant however.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Johnny

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Poor service for the breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Luciana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Simpático mas bem caro para o que é

O quarto de casal era grande. O banheiro pequeno. A cortina tipo "blinder" era menor que a janela, logo a luz do sol entrou no quarto bem cedo. Café da manhã: um pão, 1/2 fatia de queijo, 1/2 fatia de presunto, um pouquinho de frutas picadas, 2 ovos. Ah! Água ou leite quente para café solúvel ou chá. Beeeem básico. Outro detalhe: a cidade é bem fria de noite e não há calefaçao. Na cama há muitos cobertores.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

VERONICA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Muy buen servicio
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diego Elizalde

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excelente ubicación
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Priscila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Todo bien solo di falta secadora de pelo
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abdel Ilah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
MERCI
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Guillermo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lugar cómodo y seguro, volvería a hospedarme cuando viajo por trabajo
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

1207Axel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Deben mejorar el tema de la calefacción de las duchas pero el resto sin novedades
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hugo Alberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Volvería a alojarme nuevamente

El lugar, la amabilidad de las chicas, la muy buena predisposición para resolver nuestras inquietudes y el desayuno de 10. Si bien está alejado del centro histórico al tener un vehículo la distancia no fue un problema.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jhonny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
El servicio fue muy amable, la habitación era bonita y limpia.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Muy buena atencion
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Zoila

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Was not what I saw in the advertising, I was move to a room on the garage, was pretty old
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

DENNIS MARCELO

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Habitacion muy estrecha e incomoda
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great service

One night and it was pleasant
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021