There are so many hotels in Ecuador, and in fact, most of them are small, independent hotels, rather than large name-brand chains. So there is no way any taxi driver can be expected to know them all. It’s therefore advisable to write down the address and telephone number of your hotel and always keep it at hand during your travels — especially including when you arrive in Ecuador at the airport.
Taxi drivers aren’t yet familiar with every hotel option near the new airport.
So save yourself some frustration and come prepared!