The Secret Garden

Hostel/Backpacker accommodationAntepara E4 60 y Rios, QuitoShow on map

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Fabulous

Guests rate it highest for service, location and amenities.

8.62,666Reviews

Check-in from 1:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.3 out of 10, at Antepara E4 60 y Rios.
Breakfast availableIncluded on some rates — the board is shown on each room.

Charming Hostel in the Heart of Quito

Unique Features and Amenities:

Explore the city with ease using our complimentary bikes and take in the stunning views from our terrace.Indulge in delicious meals at our on-site restaurant and unwind with a drink at the cozy bar.Benefit from our 24-hour front desk, tour desk services, and free WiFi throughout the property for a seamless stay.Comfortable Accommodation Options:

Relax in rooms equipped with a safety deposit box and some with a private balcony for a touch of luxury.Rest easy on our plush bed linen provided in each guest room for a comfortable night's sleep.Local Attractions and Convenience:

What this place offers

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Hiking
Luggage storage

Rooms

8.6

Fabulous

Rated 8.6 out of 10 by 2,666 guests who stayed here.

Cleanliness8.1
Service9.3
Location9.3
Rooms7.8
Amenities8.8
Value8.3
Food & drink8.3

Guests mention

Great locationFriendly serviceSocial atmosphere

ANTONIOSGreece
September 2026Solo traveller
Very well organised hostel with good vibes and staff. Astonishing view from the roof top restaurant.
I had a wonderful morning tour in the old town of Quito! Our guide Fernando was full of energy and introduced us to…
KatrinaAustralia
September 2026Solo traveller
One of the best hostels I’ve ever stayed at!
Great hostel, very social with the family dinners and many daily tours on offer. Staff were fantastic and very accommodating! I changed my reservation to stay at the Cotopaxi Secret Garden halfway through - well worth…
BiancaUnited States
September 2026Couple
Great hostel except rooms are loud.
Great location, beautiful roof, comfortable room, hot showers, and staff were helpful in organizing taxis etc. Everything was wonderful except two complaints (noise and price transparency), but those complaints did…
TorresFrance
September 2026Solo traveller
J'ai aimé l'établissement l'emplacement la propreté et un personnel à l'écoute 😊
PetaAustralia
September 2026Solo traveller
Great location and amazing roof top
Great location with good walking distance to the centre of old town and places to eat. The hostel has an amazing roof top where you spend most time when not out exploring Quito. Even the local come to admire the view and…
nivaIsrael
September 2026Group
מקום צבעוני ושמח
מקום שמח ומיוחד .
סיור מעניין של 3 שעות בקיטו כולל ביקור וטעימות שוקולד , הסברים מעניינים במקומות שביקרנו, התנסות בחוויה של תרבות אקוודורית
עליה במדרגות לא נוחות

Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated December 2025.

Where you’ll be

Antepara E4 60 y Rios, Quito

Guests rate the location 9.3 out of 10 — superb.

Things to know

Cancellation

Each room shows its own terms before you pay.

Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.

Non-refundable rates are marked as such.

House rules

Check-in from 1:00 PM until 11:00 PM

Check-out by 11:00 AM

Children welcome

No pets

Non-smoking rooms available

Payment & property

Paid when you book, not at the desk.

Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.

The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.

What we’d check for you here

That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.

Questions about The Secret Garden

What time is check-in and check-out at The Secret Garden?

Check-in is from 1:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.

Does The Secret Garden allow pets?

No — the property states that pets are not allowed.

Is there parking at The Secret Garden?

Parking is listed among the property's facilities. Whether it's free and whether a space can be reserved varies, so we check it against your dates rather than promise it here.

Is breakfast included at The Secret Garden?

Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.

Does The Secret Garden have Wi-Fi?

Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.

Can I check in late at The Secret Garden?

The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 1:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.

How do I book The Secret Garden?

Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.

Where is The Secret Garden?

Antepara E4 60 y Rios, Quito.

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