Casa Gangotena
Luxury hotel on Plaza San Francisco in the heart of colonial Quito, in a magnificent neoclassical and Art Deco mansion. With a restaurant of high culinary standard and a terrace overlooking the city.
Hotels in Ecuador
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95 hotels
sorted by comfort · ★ = our rating
Hacienda San Agustin
Small, exclusive hacienda at the foot of Cotopaxi, where you sleep within original Inca walls, unique in Ecuador. Stylish suites, some with volcano views, and a separate house ideal for families.
Hacienda Zuleta
Exclusive 17th-century hacienda between Cayambe and Otavalo, still a working 2,000-hectare farm. Seventeen unique rooms with wood stoves, renowned cuisine with its own produce and plenty of excursions.
Illa Hotel
Small luxury boutique hotel in a renovated colonial house in the San Marcos district, five minutes from the finest squares. Just ten rooms and suites, some overlooking the Panecillo, and a rooftop bar.
La Selva
Luxury lodge on Garzacocha Lake, two hours downriver from Coca. Spacious suites with authentic design, an excellent restaurant, a spa and a lounge with sweeping lake views.
Mansion Alcazar
Charming boutique hotel near Parque Calderón, in a colonial mansion full of fresh flowers. Stylish rooms and suites, a fine restaurant and a spa for a relaxing massage.
Mashpi Lodge
Top-class design lodge in a 1,200-hectare private cloud forest reserve, one of National Geographic's Unique Lodges of the World. Rooms with glass walls onto the forest, a cable car and sky bike through the canopy, and refined cuisine.
Napo Wildlife Center
One of the finest lodges in the Amazon, deep in Yasuní on a lake, run by the Kichwa Añangu community. Built from natural materials yet very luxurious, with native guides who show you their forest.
Sacha Lodge
Luxury lodge deep in the jungle on Pilchicocha Lake, a landmark of the Ecuadorian Amazon since 1992. High comfort meets intense nature here: parrot clay licks, observation towers and a canopy walkway through the treetops.
Anaconda River Cruise
Luxurious river cruise ship sailing the Napo River between Coca and the Peruvian border, with daily shore excursions. Spacious suites with panoramic windows and air conditioning, and naturalist guides on board.
Carvallo Hotel
Stylish hotel in a carefully restored colonial house in the heart of Cuenca. Spacious, luxurious rooms around several patios that take you back in time.
Hacienda Abraspungo
Centuries-old hacienda on the edge of Riobamba, with colonial-style rooms each named after an Ecuadorian mountain. Beautiful gardens, refined Ecuadorian cuisine and activities such as horse riding.
Hacienda Cusin
Restored 17th-century estate by Lake San Pablo, five minutes from Otavalo. Five hectares of gardens with ponds and patios, views of Imbabura and Cotacachi, and cooking with produce from its own garden.
Hacienda La Cienega
Historic 17th-century hacienda at the foot of Cotopaxi, with two-metre-thick walls of volcanic stone. Many famous figures from Latin American history stayed here; it is surrounded by beautiful gardens.
Hacienda La Danesa
Working cattle ranch and luxury resort an hour and a half from Guayaquil, with only six guest rooms. Taste fresh farm cheese, join a chocolate workshop with home-grown cacao or help with the milking.
Hacienda Pinsaqui
Centuries-old hacienda where Simón Bolívar stayed and where the peace treaty between Ecuador and Colombia was signed. Beautifully kept buildings, rooms and suites with fireplace and a fine restaurant.
Hotel del Parque
Luxurious boutique hotel in an 1891 house on the Daule River, amid the botanical gardens of the Parque Histórico. One of Guayaquil's most charming hotels, with two restaurants.
Kapawi Lodge
A unique lodge deep in the Amazon near the Peruvian border, reachable only by light aircraft. Run by the Achuar community, built without a single nail yet fully comfortable; one of the best places in Latin America to experience the rainforest.
La Palma Polo Club
Luxurious hotel in green surroundings, fifteen minutes from the airport, with its own polo fields. Lovely rooms overlooking the gardens, a heated pool and the chance to ride or learn polo.
Las Tanusas
One of the most beautiful spots on the Ecuadorian coast: an eco-lodge with just ten luxurious rooms and a private beach. Chef Rodrigo Pacheco's restaurant cooks with what the sea and region offer; with pool and spa.
Luna Volcan
One of Ecuador's most beautiful mountain hotels, high above Baños with breathtaking views of the town and volcanoes. Four pools fed by volcanic hot water, an excellent spa and plenty of hiking trails.
Manatee River Cruise
Comfortable river cruise ship on the Napo River, with 14 air-conditioned cabins with private bathroom. Motor canoes take you to the most beautiful spots; on board there is a restaurant, bar, lounge and jacuzzi.
Mansion del Angel
Stylish hotel by Alameda Park, close to the colonial centre, in old Republican style. With a gourmet restaurant, a large garden and a spa.
Papallacta Thermas
Extensive thermal resort high in the mountains, on the edge of Cayambe-Coca National Park. Rooms and cabins among the volcanic hot pools, with access included; the fresh trout is highly recommended.
Sachatamia Lodge
Lodge in a 120-hectare private cloud forest reserve bordering the Mindo-Nambillo protected area. With a good restaurant, an indoor pool and hundreds of bird species up close.
Santa Lucia
Elegant hotel in an 1859 mansion in central Cuenca, built by the province's first governor. Colonial style with modern comfort, lovely rooms and suites and two restaurants.
Wyndham Puerto Santa Ana
Modern luxury hotel on the revamped Puerto Santa Ana riverfront, easily reached from the airport. Premium rooms and suites with river views; breakfast buffet, pool and gym included.
Wyndham Quito Airport
Modern hotel right opposite Quito airport, ideal for an early flight or a connection the next day. 24-hour shuttle, pool and gym included.
Amazon Dolphin Lodge
Lodge in the heart of the Pañacocha reserve, which links the Yasuní and Cuyabeno parks. Eleven comfortable cabins with private bathroom, and a great place to get to know the nature and indigenous culture.
Antinea Hotel
Stylish hotel in two heritage buildings in the Mariscal district, near Plaza Foch. Rooms, suites and small apartments, with restaurants and bars around the corner and the old town ten minutes away by taxi.
Bellavista Lodge
Lodge at 2,200 metres in the Tandayapa Valley, in a 700-hectare cloud forest reserve with over 330 bird species. Beautiful trails and impressive views: a must for nature lovers.
Casa El Eden
Charming boutique hotel with just six rooms around a colonial courtyard, within walking distance of Plaza Grande. The owners, true Quiteños, are happy to help with tips and reservations.
Casa Joaquin
Small hotel in a beautifully restored colonial house in the lively Mariscal district, founded by a Fleming. With a roof terrace overlooking the mountains and a cosy restaurant serving Belgian-French cuisine.
Casa Montalvo
A small oasis of calm in central Cuenca, with nine rooms around a green patio. The owner does everything to make your stay a pleasant one.
Casa Real Hotel Spa
Modern hotel in a quiet residential area of Riobamba, with colonial architecture given a contemporary twist. Warm, comfortable rooms around a beautiful inner garden and a fine restaurant.
Chilcabamba Lodge
Small lodge among the fields at the foot of Cotopaxi, with only ten rooms, each with a wood stove. From here you head straight into the national park, on foot or on horseback.
Chimborazo Lodge
Mountain lodge at 4,000 metres at the foot of Chimborazo, on the remains of an ancient travellers' inn. Set in the páramo where llamas and alpacas graze; a place to experience silence and nature.
Cruz del Vado
Hotel in Cuenca. Description coming soon.
Cuello de Luna
Cosy hotel near Cotopaxi National Park, an ideal base for the volcano and the indigenous markets of Zumbahua, Pujilí and Saquisilí. Every room has a fireplace and private bathroom.
Grand Hotel
Classic city hotel next to the cathedral, within walking distance of the Malecón and fifteen minutes from the airport. With a tropical pool with waterfall, a rooftop gym and a sun terrace.
Hacienda El Porvenir
Colourful hacienda between the Cotopaxi and Rumiñahui volcanoes, with spectacular views and starry skies on clear days. With horses, mountain bikes, trails, a spa and lots of play space for children.
Hacienda Los Mortiños
Light-filled lodge with large windows at the entrance to Cotopaxi National Park, surrounded by mountains. You can hike, ride, cycle and visit the llamas, then enjoy a good meal in the restaurant.
Hakuna Matata
Private 150-hectare hacienda on the crystal-clear Inchillaqui River, at 600 to 850 metres with an ideal climate. There is a large pool, a good restaurant and marked trails; every room has its own terrace.
Hamadryade
Small design lodge where modern architecture blends into the forest, easily reached by road. You stay in one of its cabins at 500 metres, with a pleasant climate and wide views over the rainforest.
Hotel Otavalo
Historic house near the centre of Otavalo, renovated with a modern touch and plenty of contemporary art. With an atmospheric restaurant in the vaulted cellar and a rooftop bar overlooking Imbabura.
Hotel Victoria
Historic house between the lively centre and the peaceful banks of the Tomebamba River. Most rooms overlook the river, and the El Jardín restaurant is well worth a visit.
Iguanazu
Elegant B&B run by a local family in green surroundings, a few kilometres from Guayaquil airport. Air-conditioned rooms and a pool with city views.
Ikala Hotel
Contemporary hotel in the Mariscal district, near Plaza Foch and ten minutes from the historic centre. Spacious rooms and suites, a lovely garden, restaurant and jacuzzi.
Inca Real
Restored early 19th-century colonial building in central Cuenca, winner of architecture awards. Some fifteen rooms around three courtyards, with restaurant and bar.
Inti Sisa
Guesthouse in the Andean village of Guamote, part of a development project supporting local people, co-founded by Flemish volunteers. On Thursdays you step straight into Ecuador's finest indigenous market.
Isla de Baños
Hotel in a quiet area on the edge of Baños, surrounded by a tropical garden. Friendly staff, a good Argentinian restaurant, a spa and bikes for hire.
Itamandi
Eco-lodge on the Arajuno River in the vast Jatun Sacha reserve, reached by road from Quito and a short canoe ride. Rooms with river views, a pool and an observation tower to see the forest from above.
Jardines de Chamana
Hostería in typical Ecuadorian style, ten minutes outside Baños in beautiful, peaceful surroundings. Spacious rooms, the larger ones with two bathrooms: ideal for families who prefer quiet over the town centre.
Kuyana Lodge
Small, cosy lodge on the crystal-clear Hollín River, in a 30-hectare private reserve three hours from Quito. Just six rooms with jungle views, a small pool, marked trails and a campfire in the evening.
La Andaluza
Hostería in the Guano Valley, ten minutes from Riobamba, with Chimborazo rising behind the house on clear days. Spacious heated rooms, a spa and excursions on foot or on horseback.
La Casa del Balcon
Small-scale stay in the lively centre of Baños, close to the cathedral and the thermal baths. Rooms and an apartment with kitchen; you can also use the Luna Volcán hot pools free of charge.
La Floresta
Quietly located hotel within walking distance of central Baños, with a lovely garden and an excellent restaurant. There are family rooms and suites with jacuzzi, and the hotel is wheelchair accessible.
La Quinta
Lovely hotel in a restored wine estate in Alausí, part of the town's cultural heritage, close to the Devil's Nose train station. With restaurant and bar in beautiful surroundings.
Las Dos Chorreras
Hostería outside Cuenca, close to the entrance of Cajas National Park, with lovely mountain views. Rooms and bungalows of various sizes, suites with fireplace and jacuzzi, and an excellent restaurant.
Las Palmeras Inn
150-year-old hacienda in the Quichinche Valley, two kilometres from Otavalo. Adobe walls, fireplaces and palm trees in the garden, and a restaurant for a fine meal after a walk.
Llullu Llama
Small, eco-friendly mountain lodge right on the Quilotoa Loop, surrounded by volcanoes. With sauna and jacuzzi, good food and a community fund that supports nearby indigenous villages.
Los Balcones
Boutique hotel in the renovated 18th-century mansion of Cuenca artist Gaspar de Sangurima. Just eleven rooms, most with their own balcony, in the heart of the city.
Luxva Hotel
Modern boutique hotel five kilometres from Guayaquil airport, handy for an early or late flight. Spacious air-conditioned rooms, a pool and jacuzzi, and bilingual staff.
Mama Cuchara
Boutique hotel in Quito's historic centre, full of Ecuadorian art. With a good restaurant and a rooftop bar overlooking El Panecillo, perfect for a sunset cocktail.
Mandala Lodge
Lovely beach hotel a few minutes' walk from Puerto López, on the edge of Machalilla National Park. Cabins in a tropical garden, with the true feel of the Ecuadorian coast.
Mantaraya Lodge
Colourful lodge near Machalilla National Park, between Puerto López and Ayampe. Air-conditioned rooms with balcony, a large sea-view pool and fresh fish and ceviche in the restaurant.
Mindo Gardens
Eco-lodge in a 300-hectare private cloud forest park on the Mindo River, a few kilometres outside town. Cabins in the greenery, an excellent restaurant and private trails through pristine forest.
Napo Cultural Center
Sister lodge of the Napo Wildlife Center on the Napo River in Yasuní, run by the women of the Añangu community. Comfortable cabins with balcony, and excursions where nature and indigenous culture go hand in hand.
Nautilus Lodge
Cosy lodge with tropical garden and pool, five minutes from the beach and the centre of Puerto López. Suites and lofts, some with a large balcony and sea view.
Papagayo South
Beautifully restored 150-year-old farmhouse at 3,200 metres, 45 minutes from Quito. Cosy rooms, a sauna, jacuzzi and excellent restaurant, and a good base for the volcanoes around Cotopaxi.
Posada del Arte
Cosy hotel in a quiet part of Baños, within walking distance of the centre and the hot springs. Some rooms have a fireplace or jacuzzi, and the house displays work by well-known Ecuadorian artists.
Posada del Quinde
Lovely hotel in a quiet area within walking distance of Otavalo's centre and market. Heated rooms set around large gardens, and suites with kitchen for families or small groups.
Posada Ingapirca
Carefully restored 200-year-old hacienda, a few hundred metres from Ingapirca, Ecuador's most important archaeological site. Rooms with fireplace, lovely gardens and a gourmet restaurant.
Puerto Lago Hostal
Chalets on the shore of Lake San Pablo, at the foot of the volcano, ten minutes from Otavalo. Every chalet overlooks the lake, and the restaurant cooks with home-grown ingredients.
Rincon Aleman
Small hotel in a quiet suburb of Riobamba, with a lovely garden and a splendid view of Chimborazo from the roof terrace. Carefully decorated rooms, a small gym and massages.
Samari Spa Resort
Lovely spa resort just outside Baños, set around a 300-year-old patio of a former Jesuit monastery. With a heated indoor pool, saunas, steam bath and jacuzzi, all included in your stay.
Sanctuary Lodge
Hotel on a huge sandy beach in Puerto Cayo, with rooms facing the sea or the garden. Sea-view pool, massages and a restaurant using produce from a nearby farm.
Santa Isabella
Colonial-style boutique hotel in the centre of Riobamba. With a restaurant serving Ecuadorian and international cuisine, a beer cellar and a spa with sauna and jacuzzi.
Tambopaxi
Lodge inside Cotopaxi National Park at 3,750 metres, at the foot of the volcano. Every room looks out on snow-capped peaks, and hikes or bike rides in the park start right at the door.
Tandayapa Bird Lodge
Lodge in the heart of the cloud forest, designed especially for birdwatchers and nature photographers. From the large balcony you look straight into the forest, and with a guide you shape your own programme.
Terra Bambu
Peaceful stay a kilometre from central Mindo, with cabins and suites, some with jacuzzi. Pool and restaurant with spectacular views over the Mindo Valley.
Terrazas de Dana
Small, luxurious eco-lodge with one of the best views over Mindo, yet just a ten-minute walk from the village. Bungalows with private terrace, massages and a wonderful pool.
Volcano Hotel
Hotel within walking distance of central Baños, overlooking the Virgen waterfall. Comfortable rooms, a spa and an excellent restaurant; rafting, canyoning or horse riding are easily booked through the hotel.
Yachana Lodge
Eco-lodge on the banks of the Napo River, reached by canoe from Coca or Tena. Yachana protects some 1,000 hectares of rainforest, supports education projects in the region and has won several sustainable tourism awards.
Yacuma Lodge
Lodge run together with the Kichwa community of Chontayacu, with nature and culture at its heart. After a drive from Tena and half an hour by canoe, you stay in one of its cabins by the river.
Chuza Longa
Small, friendly hotel in the centre of Guamote, with just three rooms around a patio with a wood-fired oven. An authentic base in a village rich in indigenous traditions.
Cuyabeno Lodge
Simple, atmospheric lodge in the heart of Cuyabeno, one of Ecuador's most biodiverse areas. From the canoe you spot birds, monkeys and, with luck, the pink river dolphin; power comes from solar panels.
Doña Esther
Cosy B&B in the centre of Otavalo, in a renovated colonial building. Simple rooms around a flower-filled patio, and a restaurant serving international dishes.
Inheems gezin
Stay with an indigenous family in the Otavalo area: a simple, authentic way to experience everyday Kichwa life and traditions.
Inti Yaya
Simple, welcoming accommodation in the Otavalo area. Description coming soon.
La Bicok
Charming little lodge on the edge of Mindo, with seven cabañas, each with its own theme. French cuisine, freshly baked bread at breakfast and a small pool.
La Terraza
Hostería on a hill above Puerto López, quiet and green with a lovely view of the bay and fishing village. Air-conditioned cabins, a good restaurant and a pool with jacuzzi.
Nicky Amazon Lodge
Lodge in traditional indigenous style near Laguna Grande in the Cuyabeno reserve. Fifteen spacious thatched cabañas with private bathroom, a good base for discovering Cuyabeno's rich wildlife.
Posada del Angel
Colonial house of some 120 years in the heart of Cuenca, restored and run by a local family. A simple, welcoming base with all the city's restaurants around the corner.
Yellow House Trail & Lodges
Simple lodge on a centuries-old 200-hectare family farm, within walking distance of central Mindo. Starting point of the Yellow House Trails through the finest stretches of cloud forest.