The new Hampton opens its doors in Quito with an investment of 15 million dollars, after overcoming the pandemic

new hotel The Hampton (from the Hilton Colón group) with 11 floors and 135 rooms was inaugurated in Quito, in Portugal and Catalina Aldaz streets, this March 22. Starting a hotel that represents an investment of 15 million dollars and a generation, At this moment, with at least 60 jobs, it becomes a sign of the reactivation of the economy, since the project started a month before the pandemic, due to which its construction was almost paralyzed; It continued strongly in 2022 and was successfully completed in 2023.

This hotel, from which you have a panoramic view of modern Quito With its tall buildings, parks and even the Atahualpa Olympic Stadium, it is part of the international chain of Hampton hotels (which are the number one franchise in the world) and is considered the newborn son of the Hilton Colón hotel in Quito. Both complement each other and thus the group There are 860 rooms throughout Ecuador.

Alberto Dassum, president of the Colón hotel group, He spoke of the effort required to carry out the project amid the pandemic, saying they “had to juggle” to see it through to a successful conclusion. He explained that there are happy coincidences, one of which is his connection with the Gallegos family and the construction company Semaica.

He explained that Hampton by Hilton Quito La Carolina Park is owned by Hotelier Genoves and managed by Hotel Colón Internacional CA Este the hotel is the first in the country with the EDGE Advanced certificate, Issued by the World Bank Group.

Patricio Jiménez, manager of the new Hampton, explained that this certificate establishes the sustainability of the project since the building has 54% savings in electricity, 37% water and 44% construction materials. For example, regarding electricity, he explained that they work with a heat pump that is used to heat water. “We do not use fossil fuels to produce electricity,” he explained.

The project leaders emphasized the location and view of the building. It is surrounded by parks (La Carolina and Parque Metropolitano) and is close to the recently renovated Quicentro shopping center, the Atahualpa Olympic Stadium and the Ecopark business center. The rooms are comfortable and decorated in colors based on the sky of Quito and the imposing mountains that surround it.

They were present during the event executives from Banco Guayaquil, which was the financial entity supporting the project. Besides, he was Diego Andrade, Director of Promotion of the Ministry of Tourism, Deputy Minister Niels Olsen; He appreciated the honor of being present at the opening ceremony and emphasized the perseverance of managers, investors and builders in carrying out the works.

In the meantime Cristina Ribadeneira, from Quito Tourism, He said that these types of investments are the trigger for the economic revival of other businesses. He used the opportunity to wish the executives success in their project.

The hotel has a gym with a view of the mountains, a hot breakfast, highlighting its waffles, Hampton’s flagship product; bar and dining area snacks in it vestibule. Likewise, of all that Hampton by Hilton Quito offers to families and tourists, it is also ideal for business travelers. The hotel offers several meeting rooms, including three meeting rooms lit by large windows roofing and premises of cooperation in it vestibule. A room costs $90 on average.

Hampton by Hilton Quito is part of Hilton Honors, the guest loyalty program for 19 Hilton brands. Hilton Honors members who book directly through the Hilton channel have access to instant benefits, including flexible payment options.