The Casa Gangotena started out as a prestigious family estate and was later transformed into a stunning boutique hotel in the heart of Quito. The hotel mainly caters to adults, but is happy to provide extra beds and special menu items for young travelers. While the Gangotena doesn’t have an onsite pool, the Granilandia Water Park is nearby for cooling off on sweltering summer afternoons. Quito is the only capital city in the world located at the base of an active volcano. Guests can visit the Cotopaxi Nature Reserve for unrivaled views of the Pichincha Volcano, and nine other volcanos!