Ecuador Haciendas & Ranches
Ecuador Haciendas - San Jorge Eco-Lodge San Jorge Ecolodge is located close to Quito at Km 4 on the Cotocollao-Nono road, just 20 minutes from the city, in the northeast Pichincha foothills. While close to the city, it is worlds apart due to natural beauty and the traditional ways. Guests can hike, mountain bike, or horseback to discover the waterfalls and abundant wildlife within the botanical reserve. The reserve covers 80 hectares, part of which form part of the beautiful Pichincha cloud forest. Social events can be organized such as weddings, degrees, conferences, tours and incentives for universities, high schools, companies and family parties.
Hostería Pantaví is located 35 min. drive north-west from Ibarra, nestled in a temperate valley at 2050 m. The hosteria was formerly a big hacienda which has been transformed into a cozy and charming country-inn and is decorated with lots of art. The huge old trees and always flowering gardens characterizes the hosteria. Pantavì counts with 12 spacious bedrooms, a swimming pool, a conference room, a tennis court and a restaurant that provides delicious and healthymeals. You can do many activities such as mountain biking, daily hikes, or relax in the beautiful hot springs of Chachimbiro.
Hacienda La Alegria - This fascinating, traditional hacienda was built in 1910 with the charming style of old times. La Alegria is located in the Central Andes of Ecuador, where you can enjoy the most beautiful view of the Volcano Avenue in a
family atmosphere.
Hacienda La Alegria offers you warm hospitality with a touch of luxury. We cater for independent travelers and larger groups and can tailor a package for most requirements. We specialize in horseback
riding vacations in the beautiful surroundings of the Andes of Ecuador. We can accommodate experienced riders and beginners.
Black
Sheep Inn - a rural Andean Bed & Breakfast and working
farm. The Black Sheep Inn is a great base for exploring Laguna
Quilotoa, Rio Toachi Canyon, and the Iliniza Ecological Reserve.
While you are staying in one of the Inn's 6 rooms and eating gourmet
vegetarian meals around a big table, you'll feel like one of the
family. And after dinner, while you lounge by the fire sipping
a brandy you'll understand why Traveler's Ecuador Companion says
that the Black Sheep is "The best place to stay" in
the Ecuadorian highlands.
Botanical Reserve & Eco-Lodge San Jorge - The regions only private reserve near Quito, on 200 acres of native flora and fauna. An 18th Century Spanish Eco-Lodge in the Pichincha Foothills, offering peace and tranquility, personalized service, restaurant, guest rooms with central heat, outdoor tempered swimming pool, Jacuzzi, lovely gardens and exotic birds. Explore San Jorge Botanical Reserve and The Last Incan Emperor's Trails including horseback riding, birdwatching, medicinal plant tours, hiking and mountain biking. San Jorge's NEW lodge in Milpe has pristine trails, swimming, running rivers, cascading waterfalls, panorama views, 300 varieties of orchids, and over 450 species of birds.
Hacienda
Cusin - a luxurious country inn amidst eternally blooming
gardens and nearly 400 years of colonial history. Located near
Otavalo in a spectacular natural setting at the foot of the dormant
Imbaburra volcano, activites like horsebackriding, mountain biking,
and high tea on the balcony are not to be missed. The Tatler,
London, 12/96 says "... one of the world's best kept secrets."
Hostería Papagayo -The warmest welcome in Ecuador. Join Eran and his friendly team in the heart of the Andes - a great home base for whatever type of activity you fancy! Surrounded by paradise of ice-capped volcanoes, Hosteria Papagayo offers you climbing, biking, riding, trekking or just a well deserved break in an historic hacienda. Experience delicious home cooked food and cozy rooms. Highly recommended by both Lonely planet and Hand book 2004. Special discount for online bookings and for SAE members.
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
vistas. Guests will enjoy the world famous Otavalo crafts market,
horse tours, hiking, biking, birding and kayaking the Mojanda
Lakes, as well as a large international reading 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 culture as well as projects
in rural public health, education and conservation of the Mojanda
Lakes paramo, forests and watershed.
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Hacienda
Pinsaquí - is ideally situated at the base of the Imbabura
Volcano, just north of the world-famous Otavalo market and only
two hours from Quito. Constructed in 1790, the hacienda boasts
a rich history and has hosted such illustrious guests as Simon
Bolivar, the revered liberator of Ecuador. In addition to its
centuries of history, the hacienda offers its quests luxurious
accommodations and a range of activities, including horseback
riding, mountain biking, and hiking.
Hacienda
Primavera - located in the lush cloud forest reserves of Northwest
Ecuador, this exclusive ecolodge provides first-class service
for those who want to tromp in the jungle during the day but sleep
in full luxury at night. Explore ancient forests, crystal clear
rivers, and magical waterfalls through a multitude of activities
including whitewater rafting, horseback riding, jungle excursions,
mountain biking, bird watching, fishing, and swimming in our fresh-water
pool. Relax in a hammock, teach in the local schools, or work
the hacienda. Indulge in pampered delight after a tropical adventure
with excellent organic gourmet cuisine and an exquisite selection
of Chilean wines.
Hacienda San Agustín de Callo - a recently renovated
Incan ruin, furnishes a the level of comfort, elegance, and service
fit for an Incan king. Sleep and dine inside ancient Incan walls,
beneath the shadow of Cotopaxi, the world's highest active volcano.
Hostería
San Francisco - perched on a hill overlooking large fields
of sugarcane and alfalfa in the Salinas Valley, has been a favorite
for Ecuadorians and travelers for years. The hacienda is known
for its thermal baths, which are said to promote good health,
and undoubtedly help to relax and soothe the mind and body. Also,
there are kilometers of trails nearby for walking or horseback
riding, along with a tennis court, a pool, and an excellent restaurant
on the grounds of the hacienda.
Luna
Runtun - a world class destination spa and hotel above Baños,
Ecuador, a place blessed with natural beauty where adventures
abound. Luna Runtun´s 63 acres are nestled within the Sangay
National Park, a declared World Natural Heritage Site, and the
view from Luna Runtun is dominated by the legendary Llanaganates
National Park and the Pastaza Corridor.
Tinalandia
- a family run hacienda and nature reserve that remains true to the
concept of eco-tourism that it helped to start. As one of Latin
America's first eco-tourism destinations, Tinalandia is responsible
for the trend that may save Ecuador's natural world. Known as
one of the world´s top birdwatching locals, Tinalandia maintains
a rainforest preserve located on the western slope of the Ecuadorian
Andes. Tinalandia offers comfortable lodging, excellent food,
and a myriad of outdoor activities.
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