Le Parc Hotel, Beyond Stars
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Quito
Ecuador, South America
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Expert Review: Le Parc Hotel, Beyond Stars
Le Parc Hotel, Beyond Stars, Quito: A Comprehensive Review of a Michelin Key Selected Property
Le Parc Hotel, Beyond Stars, in Quito, Ecuador, stands out as a sophisticated and modern boutique hotel, earning its place as a Michelin Key Selected property. Guests consistently praise its sleek design, exceptional service, and prime location, making it a highly recommended choice for both business and leisure travelers.
1. Overall Rating & Sentiment
The general consensus for Le Parc Hotel is overwhelmingly positive, with many guests rating it highly for its luxurious offerings and attentive staff. It is frequently described as a "5-star design hotel" and holds the distinction of being Quito's first proper boutique hotel, offering a blend of sleek urban design and European-style comfort. Review scores often hover around 8.8 to 9.0 out of 10 across various platforms.
2. Key Highlights
Guests consistently laud several aspects of Le Parc Hotel. Its modern and impeccably clean environment is a recurring theme in reviews. The outstanding service and friendly staff are frequently highlighted as major positives. The hotel's excellent breakfast, comfortable and often spacious rooms, and desirable location are also significant draws. The rooftop bar and pool are noted for providing unique panoramic views of Quito, adding to the hotel's appeal.
3. Room Quality
The rooms at Le Parc Hotel are described as modern, clean, and often spacious, though some guests noted smaller rooms when traveling alone. They feature very comfortable beds and excellent showers. Designed with a sleek, contemporary style, often by Adriana Hoyos, the rooms incorporate glass, stone, earth tones, and stark shades of black, white, and silver. Many rooms boast large, floor-to-ceiling windows providing impressive city views, complemented by effective block-out blinds for a restful night. Amenities include flat-screen TVs, L'Occitane toiletries, free Wi-Fi, and air conditioning. Some suites even feature futuristic in-room soaking tubs with city views, and elegant marble bathrooms with luxurious details designed by Philippe Starck are a highlight.
4. Dining Experience
The dining experience at Le Parc Hotel receives high praise, particularly for its breakfast. Guests consistently describe the breakfast as excellent, offering a wide variety of hot and cold options, including eggs made to order. The hotel features two on-site restaurants, NEU Bistro and Epicur, which serve international cuisine. Past reviews mention the Blu restaurant offering gourmet Peruvian and South American fusion cuisine, artfully presented. The hotel also boasts a stylish rooftop bar that serves cocktails and provides stunning city views, creating a great atmosphere for appetizers and drinks.
5. Service & Staff
The service and staff at Le Parc Hotel are consistently lauded as a major strong point. Guests frequently describe the staff as excellent, friendly, attentive, professional, and incredibly helpful. Many staff members are noted for their good English speaking skills, facilitating smooth communication. One guest specifically highlighted how the hotel went "above and beyond" by providing assistance after a minor accident a few blocks away.
6. Location & Accessibility
Le Parc Hotel is strategically situated in a safe and modern neighborhood within Quito's business and financial district. Its location is highly convenient, being within walking distance of numerous restaurants, a large shopping mall (Quicentro Shopping center), La Carolina Park, and the Quito Botanical Gardens. The national soccer stadium is also nearby. The hotel is approximately a 39-minute drive from Mariscal Sucre International Airport.
7. Value & Pricing
Many guests consider Le Parc Hotel to offer good value for money, with some booking platforms rating it 8.8 for this aspect. While it's considered a luxury experience, rates can vary, with February often being the cheapest month to stay and November the most expensive, showing an average 50% price fluctuation. Typical average prices have been noted around $109 for a weeknight and $286 for a weekend night, though rates can sometimes start lower, from $47 or $120.
8. Common Complaints
While generally positive, some guests have reported recurring issues. Noise from the rooftop bar or rented party rooms has been a complaint, particularly affecting rooms on lower floors. Some guests on higher floors also noted that single-glazed, floor-to-ceiling windows could lead to traffic noise and loud raindrop sounds, making sleep difficult. Minor amenity shortcomings were mentioned by one guest, such as only one coffee pod, two tea bags, no suitcase rack, no robe, and an unreplenished Kleenex box. An issue with a room card key not allowing floor access took a day to resolve for one guest. Furthermore, some found the in-room TVs to lack smart features (e.g., Netflix, Apple TV). There was also a complaint about an unrequested entry into a guest room by staff.
