• Lonely Planet Ecuador & The Galapagos islands
  Crossroads has been completely renovated and is popular. Facilities include a good cafe, cable TV, kitchen privileges and a patio with fireplace. The American owner is helpful.
  

• Let's Go - Ecuador
  A Favorite among adventure travelers. Basic rooms, But amenities include a basketball court and an opportunity to chat with the owner, Jeff, who can help plan excursions.

• The Rough Guide to Ecuador
  American-run Hostal, offering a range of dorm and private rooms (some en suite) with good showers in a handsome old house, a small cafe, a TV room with VCR, and Kitchen facilities.

• The Kayaker's Guide to Ecuador
  The kayaker hotel in Quito. Jeff, the owner, is a paddler. Some rooms with shared bath, some with private bath, and some dorm rooms. Reservations might be a good idea.

• Lonely Planet South America
  Crossroads - With bright rooms, parking, a fireplace and a basketball court.
  

• Open Road Publishing Ecuador & Galapagos islands Guide
  This impressive, burnt orange manor-turned-hotel is one of Quito's best options in the budget category. Long hallways of hardwood floors polished till they squeak lead to spacious, simple rooms, also outfitted with the lustrous floors. Attractive lounging areas include a small courtyard with with outdoor fireplace, a nice cafeteria, and a front yard garden. There is also a small guest kitchen for those that prefer to prepare their own meal.
  

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