Hotel Poseidon  

In Manta's Barbasquillo neighborhood, about 3 km from the city center and a short drive to Universidad Laica Eloy Alfaro de Manabí, Mall del Pacífico, Museo del Banco Central and the Avenida Malecón. The hotel also offers private beach access for easy ocean days.

Hotel Poseidon keeps things warm and simple — around 40 guestrooms with minibars, air conditioning and flat-screen TVs. Rooms feature private bathrooms with showers, complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Staff provide 24-hour front desk service, concierge help, elevator access and a complimentary roundtrip airport shuttle.

Dive into an outdoor pool and hot tub, sip at the poolside bar, or hit the fitness center. The property includes a private beach, free parking, laundry and dry-cleaning, tour desk and transfer services. Wake up to sea-breeze mornings and plan excursions right from the hotel.

Built for work and events: a 24-hour business center plus banquet and event facilities. Complimentary Wi-Fi and concierge support help keep meetings and logistics on track.

El Dorado restaurant serves regional cuisine and has a bar/lounge vibe. There's a poolside bar, continental breakfast (available for a fee, served early) and 24-hour room service when you want to dine in.