Accommodation

SWISSÔTEL
Swissôtel Quito is a luxury hotel conveniently located in Quito's commercial and residential district.  Swissôtel is within easy reach of Quito's Old Town and just a 15-minute drive away from the Mariscal Sucre International Airport. 


Known as 'Latin America's most friendly hotel', Swissôtel Quito is recognized for its excellent, personalised service and attention to detail.


The hotel has five splendid restaurants offering a wide range of international cuisine. From French, Swiss and Japanese dishes to fillet steaks and sumptuous buffets, there is certainly something to suit every pallette at Swissôtel Quito.

 

MERCURE
The 4* Grand Hotel Mercure Alameda Quito is strategically located in one of Quito's most important corporate areas at just 10 minutes away from the airport and close to the financial district, embassies and exclusive shopping malls. 

The hotel boasts 58 Mercure rooms and 89 Standard Rooms with six conference and meeting rooms, a business centre, private parking, hairdressers, a beauty parlour and gym. .

 

ZULETA
Rated by Outside Magazine as one of the world's "TOP TEN FINDS in 1997." This 4,000 acre working farm, built in 1691, offers guests a truly unique Ecuadorian experience.

Saddle-up one of the Hacienda's ninety horses and explore the surrounding high-altitude grasslands and cloudforests, or visit Zuleta's condor re-population project, community embroidery workshop, dairy and cheese factory, or trout farm. Biking and hiking opportunities abound.

The Hacienda is also close to Otavalo.

 

LA CIENEGA
Hosteria La Cienega is one of Ecuador's oldest colonial haciendas. Located about 74 km south of Quito, near the slopes of Volcano Cotopaxi , this mansion has witnessed and even played host to centuries of important events in the history of Ecuador.

Today, tastefully converted into a charming country inn, La Cienega offers visitors the unique experience of residing within the walls of a living museum.

The rooms are comfortable and provide a full sense of history.

 

HACIENDA CUSIN
Hacienda Cusin is a restored 17th century Andean estate at 8,500 feet, situated 90 minutes north of Quito and 20 minutes south from the famous market town of Otavalo. The Equatorial line and snow-capped Cayambe mountain are just 30 minutes away.


El Monasterio de Cusin with its high buttressed walls, towers, garden and fountain courtyards is just across the garden. 


Uniquely decorated guestrooms, suites and garden cottages all have private bathrooms and views of perennial gardens.  Most guestrooms have log-burning fireplaces, beamed ceilings, king-size beds and fine Andean craft furnishings.


Public rooms such as Salon Bolivar, Salon Cotacachi, Sala de Lectura, library (where tea is served all day), the dining room and refectory are antique furnished and have open log-burning fireplaces.

 

HACIENDA PINSAQUI
This colonial hacienda was constructed as far back as 1790, being faithfully and caringly restored in the wake of a disastrous earthquake that shook the region in 1867.  The building originally housed a textile workshop, employing close to one thousand local weavers and spinners. In the late 1800s, the unique creations of these workers became internationally renowned, when the “bayetas”, a special fabric classic of Pinsaquí, arrived at the World’s Fair in Chicago.

Hacienda Pinsaquí is ideally situated at the base of Volcano Imbabura, just north of the world-famous Otavalo market.  Its location also allows effortless access to the region's many attractions.

Hacienda Pinsaquí offers its guests:

  • 23 well-appointed rooms with fireplaces (some with jacuzzis)
  • A restaurant serving the finest Ecuadorian and International cuisine
  • 200 year-old grounds with ponds, palms, walks and roaming llamas
  • The Terrace snack bar with lovely views of the garden
  • Room service, etc
 

CASA MOJANDA
A dramatic mountainside inn, organic farm and retreat located above the town of Otavalo in the foothills of Mojanda featuring spacious rammed earth cottages with magnificent mountain views. Guests will enjoy the world famous Otavalo crafts market, horse tours, hiking, biking, bird watching and kayaking the Mojanda Lakes, as well as a large international book and video library, traditional hot tub, delicious primarily vegetarian meals, children's activities, and excellent ethno-cultural tours.

Casa Mojanda seeks to exert a minimal impact on the natural environment while actively supporting local community traditions and cultures as well as projects in rural public health, education and the conservation of the Mojanda Lakes paramo, forests and watershed.

 

HACIENDA LEITO
An XVIII century Jesuit hacienda, located in the charismatic valley of Patate and close to the Llanganates National Park entrance.


Historical hacienda Leito came under the ownership of the Restrepo family in 1928, when Mr. Marco Antonio Restrepo, also known as " The King of the Wood", bought the property.  He contributed with a giant production of livestock and converted this hacienda into extraordinary land.


With a touch of elegance and tradition, Leito provides a warm atmosphere for all people of all ages, comfortable rooms with fireplaces and superb cuisine. Its spectacular setting offers excellent hospitality and breathtaking views of Volcano Tungurahua to make your stay a truly unforgettable and unique experience.

 
CAMPING
Believe it or not, camping is very comfortable!   We use 4 person tents for couples and 2 person tents for singles.   We also provide comfortable sleeping matresses and sleeping bags.  Meals are served at tables with chairs and we do the dishes!!!
 
 

HOTEL SANTA LUCIA (Cuenca)
The original building where the Santa Lucia hotel is located was built in 1859 and remained in the same family for well over a hundred years, being a peaceful witness to important episodes in the history of southern Ecuador.

Restoration began in 1999 and lasted for over two and a half years. Santa Lucia hotel has rescued and preserved a classic example of Cuenca heritage keeping with the architectural style characteristic of the latter half of 19th century Ecuador.  Whilst radiating history and tradition, the hotel also offers its guests all the necessary modcons. 

 

HOTEL INCA REAL (Cuenca)
Located in Cuenca's colonial centre, Inca Real is an old colonial house which has been converted into a hotel.  The hotel offers 30 small and simple rooms with wall to wall carpeting, bathroom, TV, telephone as well as private parking, restaurant, and room service.

The hotel was recently declared part of Cuenca's architectural heritage. Perfect accommodation for the discerning client who wants to experience Cuenca in all its authenticity.

 
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