Hotel Crespo

Located in the old part of the city, the beautiful Hotel Crespo is a bargain for North Americans who prefer first class accomodations. It overlooks Río Tomebamba and parque. The wooden interior is exquisite. Tropical hardwoods carved in Art Nouveau style grace the restaurant. The ceramic mural (pictured on their website) in the lobby is fantastic. The hotel doubles as an art gallery. Additionally, the staff is friendly and helpful. It lacks the amenities of many newer hotels (no spa or fitness center, limited business center), but Hotel Crespo provides four-star, full-service accomodation.