Must-see nightlife in South Coast

At the northern end of the beach, overlooking the sand, the only microbrewery on Ecuador's coast serves up Amazonian IPA, chocolate stout, blackberry,…

A busy daytime spot with street-side tables, bar stools and a large variety of fruit drinks, fruit bowls, granola, and cream-topped fruity desserts.

This surfer-themed eating and drinking spot serves up gourmet sandwiches, snacks and tasty tropical fruit juices and cocktails. It's a fun spot for a…

This stylish Urdesa lounge is the hottest nightspot du jour, drawing a well-dressed dance-loving crowd with deep pockets. Minimum consumption is typically…

This Polynesian-themed joint plays surf videos on a screen, has waiters clad in tie-dye and serves up good sandwiches, juices and tropically infused…

After summiting Cerro Santa Ana, stop in for a breather at this faux pirate ship below the lighthouse. It has drinks and food, and live music on weekends,…

La Paleta is a great little lounge to while away an evening, with cave-like nooks, a hipster crowd and good ambient grooves. Serves beers and high-end…

Argie expat Damian's funky little bar wouldn't be out of place in his hometown of Buenos Aires. Floor cushions and low tables create a Moroccan-like vibe,…

With a classic European-style feel (decorated with upholstered dining chairs, chandeliers, a picture of the Leaning Tower of Pisa, a small model of a…

This hip spot has a candlelit, lounge-like vibe that's just the right setting for a few drinks with friends. Well-mixed cocktails are on hand, plus there…

Budget travelers should head here for breakfast or lunch. This little pink no-frills booth, next to Hotel Ecuatoriano, does fresh fruit smoothies and…

Walking up the steps in Las Peñas, take the first lane off to the left (step 37, to be exact!) to reach this lively, bohemian drinking den. It has salsa…

In this trendy new part of town, half Miami Beach, half Ecuador, the menu focuses on fried things (like pizza in plantain crust) but you'll come here for…

Close to the malecón, this convenient modern cafe offers a proper caffeine fix (one of the few places that actually uses fresh beans), plus cakes and…

Lost Beach Club throws big electronic music parties (house, techno, progressive) opposite the beach. International DJs frequently play on Saturdays.

An upscale sports bar near the start of the commercial strip on Estrada in Urdesa. Billiards, table football and cover bands on various nights.

At the foot of the hill, the atmospheric Diva Nicotina draws a festive young crowd who pack the house when there's live music.

This local joint is one of the few drinking spots in town. It has pumping music and a disco ball, dark wooden paneling and a handful of tables – big…

In the heart of the Zona Rosa, this is one of Guayaquil's salsa spots, with mesmerizing dancers and brassy bands.