donQuijote Quito, Ecuador
Calle Guayaquil N9-77 y Oriente - 170130 Quito - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- Lessons are for 60 minutes, much longer than in most schools.
What we dislike about the school
- Cancellation fees for students having to cancel due to visa rejection.
Location: Don Quijote Quito is a Spanish language institute located in the historic and grand capital city of Ecuador, Quito. The school is housed in the city centre, surrounded by several amenities, links to public transport, shops, eateries, and places of social and cultural interest. Such places within a 15-minute journey of the school include the Plaza Grande, Teatro Sucre, the historic centre of Quito, the El Tejar commercial centre, the Iglesia de la Compañía de Jesús, and many more.
Course selection: Course selection includes General Spanish, which is available to students of all levels, and Private tuition. Private tuition can be taken in conjunction or independently from any other course or programme.
Accommodation: The school can supply accommodation in homestays with local families and Student Residence facilities. All accommodation is subject to availability and is allocated on a first-come-first-served basis.
Social and cultural: The school provides an array of social activities for students to enjoy and take part in with their international peers. Such activities and excursions can include hikes to the Cascada de Peguche, mountain biking through Cotopaxi National Park, exploring the Galapagos Islands, visiting Laguna Cuicocha and more.
School facilities: The school facilities include a library, a computer room, a video room, a kitchen and spacious classrooms.
Spanish Courses
General Language
Intensive Spanish 20
20 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$210$200 / week More
Intensive Spanish 20
20 lessons per week | 8 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
$210$200 / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 210 200 | 420 399 | 630 599 | 840 798 | 1,050 998 | 1,260 1,197 | 1,470 1,397 | 1,680 1,596 | 1,890 1,796 | 2,100 1,995 | 2,520 2,394 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 8 / Average: 6
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
Additional information for all courses
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Combined Spanish 20 + 1030 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$350$333 / week More
Combined Spanish 20 + 10
30 lessons per week | 8 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
$350$333 / week
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FREE changes
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 350 333 | 700 665 | 1,050 998 | 1,400 1,330 | 1,750 1,663 | 2,100 1,995 | 2,450 2,328 | 2,800 2,660 | 3,150 2,993 | 3,500 3,325 | 4,200 3,990 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 6 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 8 / Average: 6
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
Additional information for all courses
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Private
Private Lessons 2020 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$330$314 / week More
Private Lessons 20
20 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
$330$314 / week
More
FREE changes
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 330 314 | 660 627 | 990 941 | 1,320 1,254 | 1,650 1,568 | 1,980 1,881 | 2,310 2,195 | 2,640 2,508 | 2,970 2,822 | 3,300 3,135 | 3,960 3,762 |
See Availability
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
Additional information for all courses
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Our prices for donQuijote include
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
Activity board1/7
School street2/7
Free cake for everyone3/7
Students in class4/7
Spanish language class5/7
6/7
School hallway7/7
donQuijote
- Accreditations and Quality seals
Instituto Cervantes, CPF- Spanish teacher qualifications
- 100% hold a university degree100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
- Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
- Student gender mix
- 50% male / 50% female
- Offer for returning students
- When you book here, you will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you have already attended a course previously at donQuijote.
- Year of school foundation
- 1989
General school facilities
Kitchen for student use
Fridge for student use
Drink vending machine
Computer lab
Library
Lounge
Printer for student use
Free coffee
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Tourist information
Assistance with entrance ticket purchases
Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs
Assistance with organizing transportation
Paid parking (<500m)
Classroom equipment
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 9
- Number of public PC workstations: 2
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| USA | 15% |
| Germany | 15% |
| Switzerland | 15% |
| England | 10% |
| France | 10% |
| Netherlands | 10% |
| Sweden | 5% |
| Japan | 5% |
| Brazil | 1% |
| China | 1% |
| Korea | 1% |
| Italy | 1% |
| Other nationalities | 11% |
- Average number of students
- In summer: 40Throughout the year: 30
- Minimum age of students
- 18 years
- Average number of levels
- Adult courses In summer: 5Adult courses Throughout the year: 5
- Average age of students
- In summer: 25 yearsThroughout the year: 35 years
Information for all courses offered by donQuijote
- Lesson duration
- 60 minutes
- School's administrative fee
- $45
- Course material
- Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
- Comments about courses
In the event that only 1 or 2 students are enrolled in the group course, the school reserves the right to change this into a Private or Semi-Private Program. If this happens, there will be a 50% reduction in class hours.
- Days without class
- In 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2026, 25 Dec 2026.In 2027 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2027, 25 Dec 2027.If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools. - Level test
- A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via an online form.
Lessons needed per Spanish language level
The data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.
Airport transfer
- Mariscal Sucre International Airport:
- $50 one way
$100 return (both ways)
Accommodation
Homestay Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal 
Shared bathroom
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$325/ week Show more
Homestay
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
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$325/ week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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| Price in $ | 325 | 650 | 975 | 1300 | 1625 | 1950 | 2275 | 2600 | 3250 | 3900 | 325 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
- Check-in
- Sunday
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Price extra night
- $46 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Includes
- TV, Phone, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast & 1 meal.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
Student Residence Single room, Breakfast
Shared bathroom
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$275/ week Show more
Student Residence
Single room, Breakfast
Shared bathroom
from
$275/ week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in $ | 275 | 550 | 825 | 1100 | 1375 | 1650 | 1925 | 2200 | 2750 | 3300 | 275 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in $ |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
- Check-in
- Sunday
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Price extra night
- $39 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Average distance from school
- 25 minutes walking.
- Includes
- TV, Phone, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
Student Testimonial Videos
Note: The video testimonials of students from donQuijote have been provided by the school and schools do not usually publish negative testimonials.
Questions and answers about donQuijote
I have a basic knowledge of Spanish, are there any courses suitable for me?
“Indeed, there are courses at the school suitable for all levels.”
Sawsan Zein, LanguageCourse.Net - Jan 24, 2025
FAQ about donQuijote, Quito
What is the best price for a course at donQuijote, Quito?
“Spanish courses at donQuijote start at 200 US$ for a Intensive Spanish 20 course with 20 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.”
Is airport pickup offered by donQuijote?
“Yes. The school offers pickup from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (50 US$)”
What is the number of students per class at donQuijote?
“Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at donQuijote varies from 1 (Private Lessons 20) to 8 students (Intensive Spanish 20)”
Which countries are students of donQuijote from?
“The highest Nationality percentage at donQuijote comes from Germany with a 15% representation, followed by students from Switzerland (15%) and USA (15%).”
donQuijote offers courses for which ages?
“donQuijote offers courses from 18 years to 99. The average age is 25 during the summer and 35 the rest of the year.”
Terms of donQuijote
- First day of course
- Students should arrive at 8:00
- Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
- Legal name/parent company
- Enforex for English Executives SL | Tax registration ID: B80274269
Visa Documents
Nationals from USA do not require a visa for travelling to Ecuador and attending a language course.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
- Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
- Yes
- Express shipment fee (via courier)
- Europe: $150,North America: $105,South America: $200,Africa: $200,Oceania: $200,Asia: $200
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