In 1967, when the Hilton Colón opened it was the only high-end hotel in town. It quickly became a major cultural and business-meeting spot for both locals and visitors alike. While today it faces some stiff competition from both large chains and small boutique hotels, the Hilton is still a good and well-located choice — it’s right near Parque El Ejido, Casa de la Cultura, and the business center of the city.
It is particularly popular as a quick overnight base for folks heading to or from the Galápagos or other far-flung destinations in the country. The deluxe rooms are on the small side, with compact marble bathrooms to match. The superior rooms are a bit larger and more modern, but the real benefit of these rooms is free use of the business center (which includes a free continental breakfast and Internet access). The junior suites are similar to the superior rooms, except they have breakfast tables and two sinks in the bathroom. Suites have a separate sitting area and both a tub and shower in the bathrooms. The service here is quite good.