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Triple Room
30 square metres
3 Twin Beds 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
Room sleeps 3 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Other room types
Single Room
20 square metres
1 Twin Bed
Room sleeps 1 guest
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Double or Twin Room
25 square metres
1 Double Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Double Room
25 square metres
1 Double Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Quadruple Room
40 square metres
1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds
Room sleeps 4 guests
(up to 2 children)
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Get an overview of this hotel
Comfortable hotel, walk to Regional Autonomous University of the Andes Riobamba

Popular property highlights

Breakfast included
Free self parking
Free WiFi
Pets allowed
Business centre

With a stay at Hotel El Altar in Riobamba, you'll be in a state park, within a 10-minute walk of Regional Autonomous University of the Andes Riobamba and Sesquicentennial Park. This hotel is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Higher Polytechnic School of Chimborazo and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Olympic Stadium.

Make yourself at home in one of the 30 guestrooms featuring minibars. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as laptop-compatible safes and desks.

Enjoy recreation amenities such as a steam room or take in the view from a terrace. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a television in a common area.

Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's 24-hour room service. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Featured amenities include a business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and a 24-hour front desk. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.

Languages spoken

  • Spanish

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Hotel Amenities

Hotel Amenities

  • Concierge services
  • Total number of rooms - 30
  • Number of floors - 3
  • Number of buildings/towers - 1
  • Airport transport (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Television in common areas
  • Free breakfast
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Spa services on site
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Business centre
  • Steam room
  • Smoke-free property
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Free WiFi
  • Number of restaurants - 1
  • Number of meeting rooms - 1
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Free self parking
  • Daily
  • Luggage storage
  • Terrace
  • Free continental breakfast
  • Garage
  • Off-street parking
  • Children's toys
  • Wheelchair accessible: No
  • Food and water bowls

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Free WiFi
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground on site

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Languages spoken

  • Spanish

Parking

Free self parking

Room Amenities

Hotel El Altar offers 30 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Beds feature down comforters. Cable television is provided. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Riobamba hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • Television
  • Minibar
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Phone
  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Room service (24 hours)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Cable TV service
  • Free WiFi
  • Down comforter
  • TV size (measurement) inch
  • Separate bedroom
  • Heating
  • Dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Linens provided
  • Number of bedrooms: 1
  • Number of bathrooms: 1
  • Shampoo
  • Window screens
  • Electrical adaptors/chargers
  • Children's books
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Mobile key entry

Where to Eat

A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 7 AM and 10 AM.

Hotel El Altar has a restaurant on site.

24-hour room service is available.

Nearby Things to do

  • Playground on site

Spa Services

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services.

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Hotel Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age is: 18

Check-in time ends at anytime

Check-out

Check-out time is noon

Payment types

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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 5 per pet, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 5 per day
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 1 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

You need to know

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

No cots (infant beds) available

No lifts

Children stay free

Noise-free rooms not guaranteed

Pets allowed in specific rooms only

Service animals are allowed

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

One child stays free

Debit cards

UnionPay

Staffed front desk

Smoke detector

Security system

Children stay free - maximum age 6

Property is cleaned with disinfectant

Staff wear personal protective equipment

Protective clothing is available for guests

Masks are available for guests

No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas

Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser

Social distancing measures are in place

Contactless check-in is not available

Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures

Individually wrapped food options are not available

No gap period between guests' stays

Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly

Temperature checks are not available to guests

Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F

Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant

Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

Contactless check-out is not available

Property does not follow sanitisation practices of any association

Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning

Electrostatic spray is used for disinfection

Cashless transactions are available

Masks are compulsory at the property

Contactless food service / room service is available

Reservation is not required for facilities on site

Food service has been amended for enhanced safety

Property does not offer on-site COVID-19 testing

Property does not require health documentation at check-in

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Ecuador value-added tax (15%). Nonresident travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa may be eligible for a tax refund. However, nonresident travelers may be exempt from value-added tax (15%) on package bookings.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 170.00 per vehicle (roundtrip)
  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Hotel Names

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

We should mention

Reservations are required for spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

One child 6 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.

The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

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