is situated in a small block of eight similar flats, located near the top of the steep winding road leading down to the historic village of Guapulo. It is located on the lower ground floor, and the natural lie of the hill means that both the living room and bedroom enjoy panoramic views over Guapulo and the valley beyond. On a clear day you can just see the massive volcano Cayambe on the horizon.

The flat has a living room, bathroom, kitchen with breakfast bar, laundry and a double bedroom with shower room en suite (see the attached floor plan for layout). Outside it has a dedicated parking space, and the building enjoys a 24 hour security guard. The flat caters for 2 in the double bedroom, although it is possible to sleep another two on the sofa bed in the living room, but visitors should note there is only one shower (off the main bedroom).

The flat is well equipped -the kitchen has a modern fridge/freezer, gas cooker, electric grill, and pretty well most things you might need to create a dinner party. In the laundry there is a new top loading washing machine, drying line, iron and ironing board, and vacuum cleaner. The bedroom has cable TV, and extensive wardrobe space. In the living room there is the settee and two comfortable swivel chairs. It also has a dining area with table and chairs for up to six people.

There is a wifi internet connection for visitors who bring their own computer.

The price includes the cleaning of the flat and change of bedding once a week. 

The apartment is located in the best area of town just 200 m from the the five star Hotel Quito (you can use their pool and gym facilities for around $16 a day). This is a quieter area than the noisy traffic and pollution of Colonial Quito.

Near the hotel in the elegant Av Gonzales Suarez are a number of shops including small supermarkets, chemist, laundry and bakery. Also just 50m down the hill you will find a delightful local store selling fresh bread, drinks and other everyday items from 7.00 in the morning. If you prefer a more cosmopolitan shopping experience then a short taxi ride will take you to 'Megamaxi' the largest superstore in Quito and the Quicentro Shopping Centre where you can buy pretty well anything.

Just at the top of the hill, 150m from the flat, is the local bar 'El Mirador de Guapulo' which serves typical bar snacks and cocktails and looks out over the Sanctuario de Guapulo, the oldest colonial church in Quito. On many evenings there is live music in the bar. Alternatively a taxi ride of around two dollars will take you into the popular Mariscal Area of town with its many restaurants, bars, shops and other interesting sights.
 

Quito has much to offer the visitor. It makes a great starting point for a visit to Ecuador. If you are planning a longer tour of South America it is a good place to acclimatise to the altitude and perhaps do an intensive Spanish course at one of the many schools in town. From Quito you can book trips to Indian markets (Otavalo is one and a half hours by car), the cloud forest (Mindo is renowned for the variety of butterflies), the thermal pools at Papallacta and the jungle via Baños.

For the more adventurous, you might try white water rafting in the cloud forest and jungle, scuba diving on the Galapagos or climbing the great volcanoes. And for anyone with an interest in nature, Ecuador displays an extraordinary diversity, with 1640 species of birds, 4500 species of butterfly, and 358 species of amphibians (15% of the worlds total).

Quito was the first UNESCO world heritage city and is the Ibero-america City of Culture 2004. A visit to the restored colonial old town is well worth doing, especially at night when Quito's many historic churches are illuminated. There are also a wide range of museums and galleries, including the Fundacion Guayasamin. Alternatively you might choose to sample the atmosphere at a local football match at the Atahualpa Stadium.

In the evening you might visit the National Theatre Sucre, and there are a number of good restauarants, bars and clubs in nearby La Floresta or the more touristic Mariscal Area.

Whatever your interests, Ecuador is a fascinating country.
 

With an easterly aspect, the flat has fabulous views down over the the historic Church of Guapulo, and the sun streams in over the distant mountains at sunrise -on a clear day you can see the snow capped peak of the volcano Cayambe. Please be aware that Quito is at altitude and the surrounding area is hilly so acclimatisation is recommended before doing strenuous activity. Ideally suited for a couple, the flat can take four people by using the sofa bed in the living room, but you should be aware there is only one shower.

The apartment comprises 1 bedrooms in total; 1 double, 1 of the bedrooms with en-suite facilities. The property also has 1 double sofa bed located in the Living Room. This gives room for up to 4 people. Bed linen and towels are provided for your use.

The apartment has 2 bathrooms and 2 WCs for your party's use.

The apartment has television video, satellite/cable. The music system will play cds, radio. If you need to keep in contact there is a telephone for incoming and outgoing calls.

There is room for 6 in the living room and 6 in the dining room. To prepare food you will find a cooker, an oven, a fridge, a freezer, a kettle, a toaster. You will also find a washing machine, an iron and ironing board. The owner has also provided cutlery, crockery, glassware, cooking utensils.

This is a non-smoking apartment

Pets are not welcome 

Not suitable for wheelchairs 

The location of the apartment means you will hear some noise, though not excessive.

The apartment is right beside walking, a food shop.

Close to the apartment you will find swimming, tennis, historic sites, a museum, a theatre/cinema, shopping areas, a restaurant.

Within easy reach of the apartment you will find climbing.

The flat is situated near the modern part of Quito with a wide range of facilities nearby.

The historic old town is about 15 minutes away by taxi, with a wide range of restaurants and shops.

The apartment is....

15 min from Quito Mariscal Sucre airport.
15 min from Quito Old Town.
90 min from Otavalo Indian market.
90 min from Cotopaxi Volcano.
90 min from Cloud Forest.

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Gabriela says: "The apartment is wonderful! It was definetely much more than we had hoped for. It is quiet, very clean, roomy and bright. The view is gorgeous and the guard is really nice and helpful. The kitchen and laundry room are so well-equipped! Oh! and the hair dryer in the master bathroom was an absolute life-saver. The welcome basket was a lovely touch and Ruthy is just great! Thank you so much for everything! "

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