One Travel + Leisure Best Hotels of the World. Situated in the heart of Quito’s Old Town, this beautifully restored colonial house has been turned into a hotel and has had an excellent reception amongst the travelers that enjoy the spacious high ceilings and luxury accommodation in a great area of the old town overlooking San Francisco Plaza.

This amazing hotel has received positive reviews from The Telegraph, Forbes, The Robb Report and The Financial Times.

Illa Experience Hotel is an historic 1700-era house, stylishly restored in the magnificent style of Colonial and Republican architecture. The location is in the San Marcos neighborhood, traditional home to artists, writers and musicians, and close to Quito´s Historic Centre. It’s charm and popularity lies in its small size (just 10 rooms), personalized service, and the many artisan touches that you will find throughout. The building also counts with a roof bar, a wine cellar and highly acclaimed restaurant.

Following a meticulous renovation, this antique Spanish-colonial house was resurrected and modernized into what is now Hotel Mama Cuchara. The hotel offers guests all the charisma of a historic hotel, the deeply individual charm of a boutique hotel and the effortless comforts, services and contemporary elegance of 5 star accommodations.