In every country I look out for the most beautiful and unique places to stay. So, where to stay in Ecuador? Ecuador has so many beautiful boutique hotels: From lovely city hotels, luxury haciendas to exclusive rainforest lodges and unforgettable jungle experiences. For both work and personal trips, I visited Ecuador dozens of times. I love hotels with a boutique style, beautiful interior, nice atmosphere, lovely setting and of course an overall great experience. On top of that, I love to support sustainable and community-based projects. Are you curious about my favorite places to stay in Ecuador? In the next article you will find an overview of the best and most beautiful boutique hotels in Ecuador, sorted by city and region. All places, where I personally stayed!
- Discover the best and most beautiful boutique hotels & lodges in Ecuador – 13 tips
- Casa Gangotena Hotel | Best boutique hotels Quito Ecuador
- ILLA Experience Hotel | Best boutique hotels Quito Ecuador
- Hacienda Piman | Best hotels north of Ecuador
- Mashpi Lodge | Luxurious lodges in Ecuador
- Bellavista Cloud Forest Lodge | Mountain lodges Ecuador
- Hacienda Abraspungo | Best hotels Riobamba Ecuador
- La Selva Jungle Lodge | Boutique lodges Coca, Amazon Ecuador
- Sacha Lodge | Boutique lodges Coca, Amazon Ecuador
- Pacha Ecolodge | Boutique lodges Archidona in Ecuador
- Hamadryade Lodge | Best hotels & lodges Tena Ecuador
- Luna Volcán | Best boutique hotels Baños Ecuador
- How to travel around Ecuador
- More about Ecuador
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Discover the best and most beautiful boutique hotels & lodges in Ecuador – 13 tips
Casa Gangotena Hotel | Best boutique hotels Quito Ecuador
Looking for a place to stay at a unique location in Quito Ecuador? Casa Gangotena is a historic building transformed into a luxury boutique hotel, and is located right next to the San Francisco Church, on the famous San Francisco plaza. You will find yourself in the beating heart of historic Quito in Ecuador, which is also on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Casa Gangotena can count itself as one of the top hotels in Ecuador, and that is for a reason. In Casa Gangotena you enter a palace, where luxury and history come together. On top of that, there is so much eye for details and attention to service. Even national presidents regularly find their way to Casa Gangotena.
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Rooms
Hotel Casa Gangotena in Quito has 31 rooms spread over three floors. All rooms are stylishly decorated with high ceilings and windows, soft carpets, quality beds, with luxurious bedding, furniture and design inspired by Art Deco. No room is the same. But whichever room you choose, the most beautiful rooms are located at the front, with a view over Plaza San Francisco. From your balcony you can see the city waking up in the morning, and at the end of the day becoming quiet again.
Best view of Quito
Hotel Casa Gangotena owns a rooftop terrace, with perhaps the best view of Plaza San Francisco in Quito. It is a perfect place for wine, cocktails and small dishes including delicious ceviches. In the evening, you can look out over the city and its countless lights. In the restaurant on the ground floor you can order an à la carte lunch or book a high tea in the patio. Don’t forget to make a reservation. Curious bout Casa Gangotena? Read more about staying at Hotel Casa Gangotena in Quito Ecuador here.
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ILLA Experience Hotel | Best boutique hotels Quito Ecuador
ILLA Experience Hotel is located in the San Marcos district in the historic center of Quito. Behind the closed doors of this 17th-century mansion lies a world of its own, with beautifully decorated suites, restaurant Ines, where you enjoy a tasting menu, a roof terrace with views over the city and a large swimming pool. ILLA Experience Hotel is not only one of the luxurious boutique hotels, where you will be completely pampered during your stay, but also a place where you can experience Quito Ecuador in a different way. Curious? In the next article I will tell you everything you want to know about ILLA Experience Boutique Hotel and why you want to stay here during your visit to Quito Ecuador.
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Rooms
ILLA Experience Hotel Quito has ten luxurious rooms and suites spread over two floors. The rooms are decorated with luxurious materials and honor Ecuadorian traditions and cultures. I stayed in the Republican Junín myself, a suite inspired by the style of the mansions of the early 20th century. There is plenty of space, light, a lovely bed, a bathroom with a large bath, including luxurious shower products and both a separate shower and toilet. Some rooms overlook the street, others offer views of the Virgin of Quito.
Facilities
On the roof terrace, you can enjoy a drink while looking out over the city. You can also cool off in the pool after a day of sightseeing in Quito. But if you spend the night at ILLA Experience Hotel Quito, you should definitely not miss a dinner at Restaurant Ines. Chef Juan Carlos Donoso takes you on a journey through Ecuador in a multi-course tasting menu.
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Hacienda Piman | Best hotels north of Ecuador
Hacienda Piman is idyllically located near the city of Ibarra, in the north of Ecuador. This historic hacienda in Ecuador has been transformed into one of the most beautiful luxury boutique hotels where you can completely relax. You are surrounded by mountains and a lush green vegetation, with magical trees and flowers everywhere. The hacienda consists of twelve hectares of greenery, with the authentic Main Manor House, including terrace, being the main building. The villas are spread throughout the complex and are connected by beautifully landscaped walking paths.
Rooms
Hacienda Piman has 17 rooms, including lovely villas with balconies located at the lake. These are modernly furnished, with comfortable beds, soft colors and natural light. The rooms in the main building have a classic interior, with a modern twist and overlook the gardens or patio at the front.
Facilities
Hacienda Piman has a stylish restaurant to enjoy delicious dishes. In the butterfly garden you can admire butterfly species up close. There is also a small chapel and outdoor swimming pool. Moreover, the area invites you to take the most beautiful trips. You can walk, cycle and do various tours. How about spotting spectacled bears, attending an embroidery workshop or learning more about condors?
In the next article I will tell you more about Hacienda Piman and my tips for what to do in the area.
Mashpi Lodge | Luxurious lodges in Ecuador
Are you looking to experience luxury in the middle of nature? Then you want to stay at Mashpi Lodge in Ecuador, one of the most unique lodges and boutique hotels in the world, according to National Geographic. And once you’re there, you’ll quickly understand why. Mashpi Lodge is an architectural masterpiece, situated deep in the cloud forest. It is also part of the protected Mashpi reserve, the habitat for thousands of birds, animals, butterflies, and plants. As a visitor to Mashpi, you not only get to explore this extraordinary world of flora and fauna but also contribute directly to the preservation of this unique ecosystem.
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The lodge
Mashpi Lodge is located on a plateau in the cloud forest. The majority of the building consists of panoramic glass, with an accompanying sleek design. Inside it is modernly furnished and spotlessly clean. There is a spacious restaurant with terrace, where culinary meals are served, a reception with a small shop, an expedition area where lectures take place, a roof terrace, spa and 21 rooms spread throughout the building. The rooms are luxurious, spacious, sleekly furnished and fully equipped. The beds are of good quality and the large window gives you a view of life in the cloud forest.
Activities
Mashpi Lodge is approximately a 3-hour drive from Quito. In addition to your stay, all excursions and meals are included in your package. And believe me, you won’t find it any better. The meals are prepared and served to a high standard. All excursions are tailor-made and show you the different sides of the rainforest. How about a sky bike, where you cycle above the cloud forest, go on night walks, admire hummingbirds and visit waterfalls? Mashpi Lodge in Ecuador is an experience from start to finish. Read more about Mashpi Lodge in the next article and why you should definitely visit this place during your visit to Ecuador.
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Bellavista Cloud Forest Lodge | Mountain lodges Ecuador
Do you love pure nature and birds? Just under a two hours’ drive from Quito in Ecuador lies Bellavista Cloud Forest, a nature reserve known for its cloud forest and birds. Birdwatchers from around the world come here to look for unique species, and nature enthusiasts to hike and enjoy the surroundings. Nestled in this reserve, high on a mountain, is Bellavista Cloud Forest Lodge. A comfortable retreat, secluded from the outside world, and a perfect base to explore Ecuador’s cloud forest and its inhabitants.
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The lodge
Bellavista Cloud Forest Lodge has different types of rooms, some with private balconies and terraces. Rooms are simply but comfortably furnished with good beds, hot water and a small heater. It can cool down considerably in the evening due to the altitude. There is also a large panoramic restaurant serving tasty meals, a shop, a viewpoint with a small terrace and a photogenic swing.
Activities
Bellavista Cloud Forest was one of Ecuador’s first protected nature reserves. With an area of more than 400 hectares, this is the habitat of more than 300 species of birds, countless frogs, insects, orchids and unknown mammal species. All activities are included and together with your guide you put together your own program. Are you a bird watcher? Then your focus could be on bird watching and checking these species off your list. Do you like hiking? Then there are several hiking trails to waterfalls. But the best part is to do a combination of both. Read more about Bellavista Cloud Forest Lodge in Ecuador in the next article.
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Hacienda Abraspungo | Best hotels Riobamba Ecuador
Are you looking for a nice place to stay around Riobamba in Ecuador? Then you want to book Hacienda Abraspungo, located at the foot of the Chimborazo volcano in Ecuador, surrounded by greenery, flowers and birds. Abraspungo is an old hacienda, located in the Guano Valley, transformed into one of the most beautiful boutique hotels that Riobamba in Ecuador has to offer. On a clear day you have a view of the various peaks, with the first view of the snow-capped Chimborazo volcano being truly breathtaking.
The rooms
Hacienda Abraspungo is spacious and consists of several buildings with rooms, gardens, fountains, colored flowers and whistling birds. Abraspungo has 45 rooms spread throughout the complex. Each room is named after one of Ecuador’s many mountains and volcanoes, and has direct access to the gardens. The rooms are stylishly and comfortably furnished and fully equipped. Some rooms are on the ground floor and others on the first floor. From your balcony or terrace you look out over the green surroundings with countless flowers and plants.
There is also a restaurant with terrace and numerous seating areas around the hacienda. Abraspungo is the perfect base for a visit to the Chimborazo volcano. Curious? In this article I will tell you more about a stay at Hotel Hacienda Abraspungo in Riobamba Ecuador.
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La Selva Jungle Lodge | Boutique lodges Coca, Amazon Ecuador
A 2-hour boat trip on the Rio Napo from Coca, followed by an idyllic canoe trip, takes you to one of the most beautiful jungle lodges and boutique hotels in Ecuador: La Selva Jungle Lodge, located on Laguna Garzacocha. A place where luxury and nature come together in a perfect way.
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The complex
La Selva Jungle Lodge is located in the Yasuní Reserve in the Amazon of Ecuador and can only be reached by boat. The complex consists of a lodge, with a briefing area, restaurant and observatory. There are well-maintained walking paths with numerous flowers, connecting the lodge with the 19 suites. At the end of the complex there is a hidden spa and there are lounge areas on the jetty on the water, where you can fully relax and enjoy.
The rooms
As soon as you enter your room, it is hard to believe that you find yourself deep in the Amazon. The room is luxurious, made of natural materials, with soothing colors, inspired by life in the jungle. There is a large bed including a mosquito net construction that spans the bed with curtain rails, a seating area, and a spacious walk-in bathroom. From your balcony you can enjoy the green surroundings and sounds of the jungle every day
Meals and activities
At La Selva Jungle Lodge you don’t just eat, all dishes can call themselves culinary delights. Moreover, you will go out every day under the guidance of experts to discover the different sides of the Amazon. From boat trips and jungle walks to visiting a local community and admiring parrots on the clay lick. And it’s all included and tailor-made. Curious? In the next article I will tell you everything you want to know about a stay at La Selva Eco-Lodge & Retreat in Ecuador.
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Sacha Lodge | Boutique lodges Coca, Amazon Ecuador
Are you looking for a place where you can discover the Amazon of Ecuador in a luxurious and comfortable way? Sacha Lodge, is located at the Pilchicocha lake, deep in the jungle of Ecuador. It serves as the habitat for over six hundred bird species, eight species of monkeys, anteaters, sloths, giant otters, bats, and big cats. Sacha Lodge covers 2000-hectare protected natural reserve and is approximately a 2-hour boat ride from the city of Coca.
The complex
The Sacha Lodge complex comprises two restaurants, a reception area, and 26 rooms, scattered across the jungle. All rooms are connected by well-maintained boardwalks and it is not exception if you encounter a monkey colony or come across an agouti along the way.
The bungalows
Rooms are constructed from natural materials, spacious, and modernly furnished with glass throughout. From your bed, you can gaze through the tall windows at the lush green jungle. The beds are large and comfortable, and the bathroom is well-appointed with glass walls, providing a view of the green surroundings. On your balcony, you can relax in one of the chairs or take a siesta in the hammock.
Facilities
Sacha Lodge in Ecuador owns a buffet restaurant and an à la carte restaurant for dinner. Dishes vary daily, providing an extensive selection. At Sacha Lodge, all meals and excursions are included, making the lodge the base for daily explorations in the surroundings. What do you think about observing the jungle from a crane or suspension bridge? Observing anacondas or going on a night walk? In the next article I will tell you everything you want to know about Sacha Lodge, one of the lodges in Ecuador where you can experience the jungle in a comfortable way.
Pacha Ecolodge | Boutique lodges Archidona in Ecuador
Pacha Ecolodge is located in Archidona, on the Misahuallí River in Ecuador and is a perfect base to explore the surroundings. And if you’re looking for adventure, you’ve come to the right destination too, as you are in one of the best places in the world for rafting and kayaking. Pacha Ecolodge owners Santiago, and his lovely wife Danielle, also own Kayak Ecuador, offering numerous tours and trainings in the area.
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The complex
Pacha Ecolodge is located in Archidona, less than a 3-hour drive from Quito and easy accessible by car or public transportation. The lodge is located in a green jungle area and includes several small buildings. There is a reception with associated kayaking and rafting center, a restaurant with a view over the jungle, a yoga shala and different type of rooms, All facilities are connected by walking paths.
Rooms
The rooms are modern, stylish and well-maintained. On top of that all bungalows are made of natural materials. There are three suites, situated on the Misahuallí River. From your bed in the sunset room, you’ll look straight out at the river through the large window. There are also six simple bungalows with private or shared bathrooms.
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Activities
Pacha Ecolodge has two hiking trails that you can walk easily by yourself during your stay. You can swim in the river or go on a raft- or kayak tour. But the lodge is also a good base for visiting the waterfalls and caves. Curious? In the next article you can read more Pacha Ecolodge in Ecuador and what to do in the area.
Hamadryade Lodge | Best hotels & lodges Tena Ecuador
Are you looking for a place to stay and explore the jungle around Tena in Ecuador? Hamadryade Lodge is a true paradise, located on a mountain in the rainforest, near the village of Rio Napo in the Ecuadorian Amazon. It is the perfect place to relax, enjoy the beautiful rooms, spa, lovely green views or go on one of the many excursions
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The complex
Hamadryade Lodge Ecuador is situated in a tropical environment and consists of a restaurant where daily meals are served and a great swimming pool. There are four luxury bungalows, a family bungalow and three glamping sites. If you walk a little further into the jungle, you will arrive at a spa. And everything is connected by walking paths, surrounded by flowers, plants and tall bamboo.
Suites
The suites consist of spacious rooms that are fully equipped, including a balcony overlooking the jungle. The natural materials and soft colors make you feel completely calm here. There is also a lot of attention to detail: the ceiling contains murals and there are stylish small pre-Columbian statues.
Activities
Hamadryade Lodge Ecuador offers countless activities: From relaxing massages, tubing on one of the rivers, visiting indigenous communities to taking beautiful walks with a local guide. Ask the ladies at the front desk for some recommendations and I’m sure they will come up with a great program. In the next article you will read more about staying at Hamadryade Lodge Ecuador and what to do in the area.
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Luna Volcán | Best boutique hotels Baños Ecuador
One of the most beautiful boutique hotels in Baños in Ecuador is Luna Volcán. This hotel is located on the eastern slopes of the Tungurahua volcano, 400 meters above the town surrounded by the Sangay and Llanganates National Park. And the views you find here you won’t find anywhere else.
The complex
There are luxury villas, each with its own theme and design, located in a tropical garden with countless flowers. Almost all villas have a balcony or terrace where you can watch the countless lights in the evening. But the highlight of Luna Volcán is the amazing spa on the edge of the mountain. From the hot tubs you look out over the mountains and feel on top of the world. And even as a non-hotel guest you are welcome here, as day passes are also available.
In the Luna Restaurant you can enjoy an a la carte dinner and in Café del Cielo there are delicious crèpes and cakes to taste. If you spend the night at Luna Volcán, an extensive breakfast with a view awaits you the next morning.
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How to travel around Ecuador
Tours in Ecuador
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Transportation Ecuador
Are you planning to take a tour through Ecuador and spend the night in lodges and boutique hotels along the way? You can travel long distances to the jungle or the Galapagos Islands by plane. In addition, all cities are easily accessible by public transportation or a shuttle service. I personally love renting a car and going out myself. But numerous tours to cities and national parks are also offered.
Travel by bus or shuttle
Looking for a way to get around in Ecuador by bus or minivan? Use Bookaway, to find and book the best connection for you.
Car rental
Looking for a rental car for your trip to Ecuador? Use Rental Cars to search and compare your car rental options. A quick and easy tool and no need to have up multiple tabs trying to figure out which company is the most affordable. They also have great discounts and cancellation policies.
Book a flight
Looking for flights to travel to the south of Ecuador, Amazon or Galapagos Islands? Use Skyscanner, when it comes to searching for cheap flights across Ecuador. An easy way to compare and book your flight ticket, as it searches websites and airlines around the world with one click.
Travel insurance
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