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Hotels by country: Ecuador

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    Arasha Resort & Spa

    Lodge/Hosteria - Mindo Cloud Forest
    Located in a part of tropical forest considered to be a 'biodiversity hotspot' 2 and a half hours from Quito Read more»
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    Bellavista

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    Inn/Posada - Mindo Cloud Forest
    2 hours north west of Quito, high in the cloud forest with comfortable, rustic accommodation. This is a paradise for hummingbirds and the views on a clear day are spectacular. There are several walking trails surrounding the property which can be explored independently or with a guide. Read more»
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    Black Sheep Inn

    Inn/Posada - Chugchilán
    A pretty inn with a cosy kitchen, sitting area and small library (book swap). Very helpful and friendly owners, full of local knowledge and information and with very ecological hearts. Amazing views across the plateau and in a very peaceful spot. Read more»
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    Carvallo Hotel

    City hotel - Cuenca
    A colonial house originally built in 1917 but converted to a hotel in 2002. This fresh and airy hotel has 3 floors and regularly exhibits the work of local artists. The salon upstairs is comfy and has antiques too. Read more»
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    Casa Aliso

    City hotel - New city
    This is a stylish boutique hotel in a quiet residential area of the new town, but within easy reach of shops and restaurants. Read more»
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    Casa Gangotena

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    City hotel - Historic centre
    Previously a privately-owned mansion, Casa Gangotena has been beautifully restored with antiques and eclectic furniture. Many of the original features and quirky additions in the 1920's such as tin ceilings have been retained and refurbished. Spread over three storeys, the communal areas include a wood-panelled library, a dining room, patio, rear garden and third floor terrace with wonderful views. The hotel overlooks the historic, cobbled Plaza San Francisco and is in the centre of the colonial old town. Read more»
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    El Monte Lodge

    Lodge/Hosteria - Mindo Cloud Forest
    Just outside the town of Mindo, this lodge is prettily set in a private reserve in lush cloud forest. Entrance to the lodge is by tarabita, a hand-pulled chair, on a cable over the stream. The main house has a beautiful dining room and several inviting areas to in which to sit and relax. Food is sourced locally and is mindful of the food chain. Read more»
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    El Relicario del Carmen

    City hotel - Historic centre
    A small, charming converted house with character in the old quarters of Quito. There is a small sitting area and restaurant used mainly for breakfast. The reception often displays artwork from local artists. Read more»
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    Hacienda Chillo-Jijón

    Country hotel - City outskirts
    Built in 1730 by the Miraflores family, who had one of the largest textile factories in the Andes. There are 20 acres of gardens and a beautiful chapel (which can be used for weddings). Read more»
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    Hacienda Cusin

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    Hacienda - near Otavalo
    The hacienda is 70km north of Quito. Dating from 1602, with a cobbled courtyard, antique furniture and wonderful gardens, it is full of history. Read more»
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    Hacienda El Porvenir

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    Hacienda - Cotopaxi
    A traditional Ecuadorian hacienda, at the foothills of Rumiñahui volcano at a height of 3,600m above sea level, and just 4km from Cotopaxi National Park. The hacienda has 4,500 hectares of land, stunning views, a cobbled couryard, a restaurant serving good homely Ecuadorian food and a lovely sitting room with an open fireplace. They have about 40 horses, mountain bikes available to rent and there is a small spa where massages are given. Read more»
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    Hacienda Hato Verde

    Hacienda - Cotopaxi
    A traditional hacienda just outside the Cotopaxi National Park, home to one of the largest, active volcanoes in the world. The hacienda has been beautifully renovated and maintains many of its original features, including a large fire place in the living room. Lunch and dinner are served in the dining room and are traditional Ecuadorian dishes. Read more»
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    Hacienda La Danesa

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    Hacienda - Naranjito, 80km from Guayaquil
    A charming hacienda and traditional dairy farm in Ecuador's Guayas province, 80km from Guayaquil and close to the small town of Naranjito. The 500 hectare estate is surrounded by fruit plantations, forests and rivers and is steeped in history. They produce milk (2,000 litres per day) and fresh cheese, have a teak plantation, and breed pinto (coloured) Quarter Horses. Read more»
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    Hacienda La Merced

    Hacienda - near Otavalo
    A small family-run hacienda and working farm in the Zuleta Valley, owned and run by Diana and Oswaldo. Oswaldo is very proud of his beautiful Andalusian horses and fighting bulls and they have a large dairy herd. Diana is an excellent cook and they are wonderful hosts. Read more»
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    Hacienda Luna Runtun

    Hacienda - Baños
    Lovely country inn, with spectacular views of the Tungurahua volcano, the Pastaza river, the surrounding valleys and the town of Baños. Read more»
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    Hacienda Manteles

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    Hacienda - Patate
    This homely hacienda is in a tranquil spot surrounded by forest and pretty gardens at the top of an Andean valley near Patate. Nestled between the Sangay and Llanganati National Park and with stunning views of Tungurahua volcano. There is ample room to relax and dine. Read more»
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    Hacienda Pimán

    Hacienda - near Ibarra
    Built in the 17th century and lovingly restored by the Zaldumbide family (the original owners), the hacienda is set in the peaceful Northern Andes, surrounded by dry forest and 9km from the town of Ibarra. There is a library, heated swimming pool, spa, restaurant (serving traditional home cooked meals) and outdoor dining area.  Read more»
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    Hacienda Pinsaqui

    Hacienda - near Otavalo
    Constructed in 1790, Hacienda Pinsaquí was originally a colonial textile workshop, employing over 1,000 local weavers and spinners. There are lovely gardens, a courtyard, small chapel, reading room, restaurant and a bar which is full of character. Read more»
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    Hacienda San Agustin de Callo

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    Hacienda - Cotopaxi
    Situated at the foot of the highest active volcano in the world, Cotopaxi. The colonial hacienda is on the site of an important Inca palace, with views of Cotopaxi and Chimborazo. Cobbled courtyard, gardens and sitting rooms for reading and relaxing. Good cuisine and hospitality. Read more»
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    Hacienda Santa Ana

    Hacienda - Cotopaxi
    A former seventeenth-century Jesuit monastery, just outside the Cotopaxi National Park, the hacienda has been lovingly restored, maintaining much of its original decoration and charm, whilst having a contemporary feel throughout. 

    The lounge area in the centre of the hacienda has large windows for picturesque views of the gardens and surrounding volcanoes, as well as a large fireplace for keeping guests warm at night. Read more»
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    Hacienda Umbria

    Hacienda - Machachi
    A working hacienda with 310 hectares of cultivated crops and pasture. The Andean countryside is beautiful and the farm is ringed by El Corazón, Rumiñahui, Ilinizas and Cotopaxi volcanoes. Read more»
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    Hacienda Zuleta

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    Hacienda - near Otavalo
    85km north of Quito in the Zuleta Valley. A beautiful colonial, family-run, working hacienda set at 2,800m with lots of history, in the tiny village of Angochuagua. It is set around a couple of cobbled courtyards, lined with geraniums, with lovely views up the valley and there is a tiny chapel, cheese factory and impressive organic vegetable garden. There is a wonderful sitting room with an open fireplace and the food is good. Read more»
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    Hampton Inn by Hilton

    City hotel - Guayaquil
    A spotless hotel in the city centre just a few blocks from the malecón and the same distance from the Parque Bolívar (full of iguanas). Read more»
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    Hilton Colón

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    City hotel - Guayaquil
    A large modern, business hotel with an outdoor pool, spa and well-equipped gym. Rooms are comfortable and spacious, providing a good night's rest before or after a trip to the Galapagos. Read more»
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    Hostal de la Rábida

    City hotel - New city
    Small hotel with 11 comfortably furnished rooms around a courtyard. A 5 minute walk from the new town, where many restaurants, bars and shops are located. Read more»
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    Hosteria Chilcabamba

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    Lodge/Hosteria - Cotopaxi
    A mountain lodge at 3,487m 6km from the northern entrance to Cotopaxi National Park, surrounded by some major peaks and offering spectacular views towards the Cotopaxi volcano. It has a warm, friendly atmosphere, good food and is an excellent base for riding and hiking in the park. Read more»
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    Hostería La Andaluza

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    Hacienda - Riobamba
    A converted colonial hacienda with views to Chimborazo. Read more»
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    Hosteria La Cienega

    Hacienda - Cotopaxi
    One of Ecuador’s oldest colonial haciendas constructed in the 17th century. This historical hacienda is in a beautiful location near Cotopaxi volcano and set around a beautifully kept garden and courtyard.  Read more»
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    Hotel Abraspungo

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    Country hotel - Riobamba
    Comfortable country inn in a suburb of the city, with a bar and restaurant. Read more»
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    Hotel Crespo

    City hotel - Cuenca
    An attractive building with traditional atmosphere and views of the Tomebamba river and the southern part of the city. Close to the main attractions of the city. Friendly service and a good restaurant. Read more»
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    Hotel del Parque

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    City hotel - Guayaquil
    Once a hospice, this beautifully-designed luxury boutique hotel is set within one of Guayaquil's historic parks. It is an oasis of calm within the city, just 15 minutes from Guayaquil airport (traffic permitting) and a short taxi ride from the city centre. There are two internal garden courtyards, a chapel, spa, gym and lounge. Its restaurant, Casa Julián, is across the road and on the riverfront. Read more»
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    Hotel Santa Lucía

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    Inn/Posada - Cuenca
    A charming, restored 1859 colonial house with many antiques in the upstairs salon. There is a separate breakfast cafe and bar at the front of the hotel with a pretty central courtyard for supper. One block from the main square. Read more»
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    Huaorani Ecolodge

    Lodge/Hosteria - Southern Amazon
    Temporarily closed due to oil exploration pressures A unique lodge in terra firma rainforest, near Quehueri'ono in the north-western part of the Waorani (or Huaorani) territory. Access is by road from Quito to Shell (around five hours) and then light aircraft and canoe. The Huaorani have long inhabited the headwaters of the Amazon, living as nomadic hunter-gatherers with no outside contact until the end of the 1950s. Their community was very involved in the construction of the lodge and are also the predominant staff. Read more»
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    Illa Experience

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    City hotel - Historic Centre
    A luxury boutique hotel in the charming neighbourhood of San Marcos, popular with artists, writers and musicians. This historic 20th century mansion is a few minutes' walk from Plaza Grande, and has been transformed into an elegant and stylish hotel. There is a restaurant, bar, outdoor terrace, spa and gym. Read more»
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    JW Marriott Hotel

    City hotel - New city
    Modern first class hotel with comfortable rooms and all the facilities you would expect from this international chain. There is a small spa and good-sized outdoor pool. The hotel building is something of a landmark and is visible from many areas of Quito, even from the top of the Teleferico. Read more»
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    Kapawi Eco Lodge

    Lodge/Hosteria - Southern Amazon
    The most remote of the jungle lodges, Kapawi is Ecuador’s most complete eco-lodge, close to the Peruvian border, on the Pastaza river, with 3 possible access routes depending on conditions. Read more»
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    La Casona de la Ronda

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    City hotel - Historic centre
    A small and friendly hotel on the lively la Ronda street, on the edge of Quito's historical centre. Nicely decorated throughout, there is a cosy restaurant and sitting area on the ground floor, and a viewpoint on the top floor. Read more»
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    La Mirage

    Hacienda - near Otavalo
    Less than 2 hours from Quito near Cotocachi, famous for its leather. Beautiful gardens surround the hotel, with peacocks wandering around, and an indoor pool and spa for pampering. Read more»
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    La Selva Lodge

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    Lodge/Hosteria - Amazon
    2 hours downstream of Coca on the north side of the Rio Napo, overlooking a lake in a mixture of primary and secondary forest. It sustains a private butterfly farm, biology field station and 135-foot observation tower. There is a bar, dining room and reading room. Read more»
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    Las Palmeras Inn

    Inn/Posada - near Otavalo
    A 20 minute walk from Otavalo. The pretty white garden cottages are furnished with local handicrafts and have lots of character. Read more»
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    Mama Cuchara

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    City hotel - Historic Centre
    A contemporary boutique hotel in a refurbished 18th century Spanish-colonial house, a few minutes' walk from the Plaza Santa Domingo and the La Ronda neighbourhood. There is a restaurant, and a rooftop terrace and bar with a view across the city. The hotel is an eclectic mix of old and new; some guest rooms have original wooden beams, whilst others are in an extended section of the house. The interior is complemented by colourful fused-glass doors and rotating exhibits of various Ecuadorian artists. Read more»
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    Mansión Alcázar

    Inn/Posada - Cuenca
    A beautiful and peaceful hotel in the centre of Cuenca with its own private garden. The design is very tasteful and a large chandelier and fountain dominate the lobby. There is a drawing room upstairs which has its own library. The restaurant is very good. Read more»
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    Mansion del Rio

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    City hotel - Guayaquil
    A small boutique hotel in the vibrant, artistic neighbourhood of Las Peñas at the northern end of the malecónRead more»
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    Mashpi Lodge

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    Lodge/Hosteria - Mindo Cloud Forest
    3 hours from Quito, Mashpi is Ecuador's first 'design' jungle lodge. It has been cleverly constructed to maximise the experience of being in the middle of some of Ecuador's finest cloud forest and is surrounded by a 1,200 hectare reserve. Read more»
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    Napo Wildlife Centre

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    Lodge/Hosteria - Amazon
    In Yasuní National Park, 2 hours by boat and 1 hour by canoe from Coca, Napo is set in an 82 square mile nature reserve. It is the only lodge on the relatively undisturbed south bank of the Napo river, where there is a particularly high concentration of bird and animal species. The lodge is based on a conservation partnership with the local Kichwa Añangu community. The dining room overlooks Añangu lake, and there is a library, bar and shop. On a clear day you can see the Andes from the 131-foot ecological tower, which was built using palm leaves, bamboos and other local materials. Read more»
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    Oro Verde

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    City hotel - Guayaquil
    A large business hotel in the heart of the city, about 15 minutes' walk from the Malecón (water front esplanade). There is a choice of four restaurants, a bar, pool and spa. Read more»
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    Patio Andaluz

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    City hotel - Historic centre
    The Patio Andaluz is a colonial-style hotel in the heart of Quito Old Town. It has 2 courtyards, a reading room, restaurant and bar. Read more»
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    Plaza Grande

    City hotel - Historic centre
    An opulantly decorated hotel in the centre of the old quarters of Quito with a fine colonial façade. There are several fine dining restaurants. Read more»
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    Posada Ingapirca

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    Inn/Posada - Ingapirca
    A converted farmhouse, a few hundred yards from Ecuador’s finest Inca ruins at Ingapirca. Read more»
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    Quito Polo Club

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    Country hotel - City Outskirts
    In the neighbourhood of La Palma, 20 minutes from the international airport and 40 minutes from the city centre. The contemporary chalet-style lodges are light and airy, providing a serene escape from the city. There is a restaurant and café bar, 2 swimming pools (one heated), tennis courts and a fitness centre. Riding and polo lessons are available but must be booked in advance. Read more»

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