Updated Jan 26, 2026
KEY STATS
2.7M
Population
239 Mbps
Internet
GYE (4km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Guayaquil's Malecón 2000 riverside hums with salsa rhythms and fresh ceviche spots, energizing digital nomads in Ecuador's Pacific pulse. Tropical heatwaves yield to refreshing sea breezes, with Guayaquil Airport streamlining regional adventures.
QUICK FACTS
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Food
1,320 restaurants mapped in Guayaquil
Tech
239 Mbps average download — faster than most capital cities worldwide
Economy
63% cheaper than New York City based on overall cost of living index
Travel
GYE airport just 4 km from the city center
Climate
Year-round average of 26C — near-ideal temperatures
INFRASTRUCTURE
10,638 total POIs
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
1,320
Cafes
350
Bars
85
Fast Food
298
Shopping
Supermarkets
284
Convenience
530
Shopping Malls
181
Healthcare
Hospitals
128
Clinics
366
Pharmacies
769
Education
Schools
717
Universities
126
Libraries
7
Recreation
Parks
1,282
Playgrounds
117
Sports
338
Cinemas
10
Museums
26
Theatres
19
Transport
Bus Stops
515
Train Stations
10
Fuel Stations
122
Services
Banks
217
ATMs
96
Post Offices
26
Police
121
Fire Stations
58
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
239 Mbps
Download
212 Mbps
Upload
5ms
Latency
86,187
Tests
28,093
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: Jan - Dec
25°
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25°
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26°
M
26°
A
27°
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27°
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27°
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27°
A
27°
S
26°
O
26°
N
25°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 26.1 C Range: 27.1 - 25.1 C Rain: 619 mm/year Sunshine: 3,694 h/year
CITY SCORES
92.1
Nomad Index
A
Livability
37.5
Culture
63.0
Overall
COST OF LIVING
DIndex relative to New York City (NYC = 100)
36.6
Overall
63% cheaper than NYC
11.6
Rent
88% cheaper than NYC
35.1
Groceries
65% cheaper than NYC
35.9
Restaurants
64% cheaper than NYC
AIRPORT
GYE
José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport
4 km from center
Very close — ~6 min ride
FUN FACTS
Guayaquil (Spanish pronunciation: [ɡwaʝaˈkil] ), officially Santiago de Guayaquil, is the largest city in Ecuador and also the nation's economic capital and main port.
The city is the capital of Guayas Province and the seat of Guayaquil Canton.
The city is located on the west bank of the Guayas River, which flows into the Pacific Ocean at the Gulf of Guayaquil.
With a population of 2,746,403 inhabitants, it is the most populous city in the country, and the fifth largest in the Andean Community.
However, its urban fabric extends beyond its official urban parishes, encompassing nearby cities and parishes; thus, the Guayaquil metropolitan area reaches a population of 3,618,450, making it the most populous urban agglomeration in the nation, and also the fifth in the Andean Community.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Guayaquil known for?
Guayaquil's Malecón 2000 riverside hums with salsa rhythms and fresh ceviche spots, energizing digital nomads in Ecuador's Pacific pulse. Tropical heatwaves yield to refreshing sea breezes, with Guayaquil Airport streamlining regional adventures.
How fast is the internet in Guayaquil?
Guayaquil has an average download speed of 239 Mbps and upload speed of 212 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Guayaquil?
Guayaquil has an average year-round temperature of approximately 26.1 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Guayaquil?
Guayaquil is served by GYE (José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport), approximately 4 km from the city center.
What is the population of Guayaquil?
The population of Guayaquil is approximately 2.7M.
What infrastructure does Guayaquil have?
Guayaquil has 10,638 mapped points of interest, including 1,320 restaurants, 128 hospitals, 717 schools.
What country is Guayaquil in?
Guayaquil is located in Ecuador.
