San Sebastian Apartment, named after the oldest barrio in Quito, is a spacious and independent apartment within Casa LunaLoma (The MoonHill House) located in the heart of the classic barrio (district) La Loma Grande, a colorful residential neighborhood adjacent to Quito Centro Historico. From our house, you have a beautiful, unobstructed view of our city’s most iconic landmark—the beloved statue of La Virgen de Quito. Each apartment within Casa LunaLoma has its own personality and charm, but all exude warmth. 

San Sebastian Apartment is 850 square feet, spacious enough for two to three travelers, located on the first floor of Casa LunaLoma. It is a great place for those looking for an immersive cultural experience whether exploring Quito's surroundings or you’re nearing the end of your travels through Ecuador and need a place to rest and restore.


LIVING / DINING ROOM
San Sebastian delicately balances modern with traditional. As you enter the apartment, you experience the striking interior arches that remain intact from the building of the house at the beginning of the 1900s. It also has built-in benches that convert into a bed for a third guest. A custom corner fireplace heats the apartment. Throughout the house there is access to reliable 20mbps internet, and the smart TV allows you to connect to your preferred streaming platforms.

The dining area is perfect for an intimate dinner for four at our rattan dining set. When you arrive, you’ll be welcomed by some goodies which we always provide to our guests, to include: medium size bottles of water, local Ecuadorian ground coffee, tea, and crackers.

KITCHEN
The kitchen has ample storage and is fully functional with a fridge, electric stove, microwave, and all the essentials for meal preparation needed for short and long term stays. Whether you are just prepping your morning coffee or if you want to cook a full meal. Many of our guests purchase items from the local tienditas (mini-markets) to prepare their meals. It also has a washer, which is very convenient!

BEDROOM
In the main bedroom, you’ll find a king-size bed and a spacious walk-in closet. Adorning a very comfortable mattress, you’ll find hotel-quality cotton bedding; the down comforters were specifically selected for their thickness to keep you warm during those chilly Quito nights. Should you need additional warmth, the apartment is equipped with a space heater and extra blankets. The bedroom also has a window with a lovely view of El Panecillo, and La Virgen de Quito.

SHARED SPACES
During your stay, you will have access to the shared courtyard of Casa LunaLoma, which has a colonial-style water fountain in the center, hanging ferns, geraniums, and a bench where you can enjoy the space. A horizontal, deep inset window perfectly frames a panoramic view of Quito Centro Historico, El Panecillo, and La Virgen de Quito. Casa LunaLoma also has a small, shared terrace on the third floor that overlooks El Panecillo. A washer/dryer is available under the stairs for all house guests to use.

SAFETY
Our house is very safe, to include all shared outdoor areas. There is a double door main entrance to the house, and each apartment has its own private entrance. For your safety, cameras are located on the exterior of the home as well as the interior shared spaces.

The neighborhood is relatively safe, yet please note it is still up and coming and it is not the gentrified part of Quito, which is what gives it its unique character and what makes it an immersive cultural experience. We always advise all our guests to remain vigilant when walking within any area of Quito Centro Historico, and to always choose taxi services in the evenings.

Our local host, Esteban, is readily available for support throughout your stay.

Overall, San Sebastian is a beautifully curated apartment and it’s perfect if you are looking for a home away from home, central to all that Quito Centro Historico has to offer. We look forward to welcoming you into our home and helping to make your visit to Ecuador a memorable one.

Bienvenido!