EcuadorExplorer.com maintains extensive listings of all types of hotels and accommodations throughout Ecuador. Check back with us frequently as we are continually adding the best Ecuador hotels, B&Bs, inns, resorts, haciendas, and eco-lodges throughout the country - in Mindo, Otavalo, Quito, the Orient, Cuenca, and Baños.

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Hotel Piedra del Mar - This boutique hotel offers a new concept in hotels, with its beautiful architecture and innovative and personalized service. Staying at Hotel Piedra del Mar will ensure that your stay in this piece of heaven on the Ecuadorian Pacific coast is unforgettable.

Casa de Amigos - This cozy, family-oriented beach-front hotel is located on one of the most beautiful beaches in Ecuador, in Same, Esmeraldas. It has a relaxed atmosphere with personalized services. Comfortable rooms can accommodate from two to six persons. All rooms include hot water showers, air conditioner and cable TV. Complementary breakfast. Entertainment activities available, such as: snorkling, kayaking, ping-pong, gimnasium, boogie boards, beach volley ball, football and more. International bar-restaurant with the best gourmet food on the beach.

Hotel Ajaví – A luxury hotel with the largest and finest conference rooms in the province of Ibarra. Hotel Ajavi is perfect for business and pleasure travelers alike - it boasts elegant accommodations and all the services one could require: restaurant, bar, casino, spectacular pool, fitness center, saunas, meeting rooms specifically designed for conferences and seminars with capacities up to 500 people. A recent addition to the hotel, fly fishing tours of 1, 2 and 3 days, are currently being offered at special introductory rates - be sure to check them out to enjoy the beauty of Ibarra and the joy of spectacular trout fishing.

Hostal Alcalá – Comfortable rooms, friendly staff, and a tranquil location on a side street in the heart of Quito's main tourist district make Hostal Alcalá one of the city's best places to stay. Don't believe it? Check out any Ecuadorian guidebook, they've regularly earned an honorable mention for the last 12 years! With a famous buffet breakfast which includes assorted fruits and fruit juices, eggs, pancakes, cereals, toast with butter and jellies, coffee, tea and hot chocolate. Amenities and services include a kitchen and laundry facilities, secure parking, cable TV, airport pickup, and more.

Aleida's Hostel – This renovated house from the fifties is conveniently located in a safe residential area close to: shops, restaurants, Banco Central Museum, Casa de la Cultura, banks, clubs and public transportation. Aleida´s Hostal offers true Ecuadorian hospitality with modern comfort. Enjoy the pleasant garden by day and the cozy fire place at night. Take advantage of the cable T.V room, book exchange, and other services. Aleida's prices are fit for budget travelers.

Apart-Hotel Amaranta – Luxurious, apartment-style suites located in one of the safest and most central residential neighborhoods in Quito. Each suite has a private kitchen, living room, dining area, separate bedroom, and private bathroom, as well as cable TV. Also offering 2 magnificent penthouses, each suite with 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, able to accommodate 8 to 10 people. Other services on site include laundry, local travel arrangements, an 80 person conference room, and Serrano's Bar and Grill, available for your dining needs, with excellent cuts of meat, fresh seafood, and well-stocked bar.

Antinea Apart-Hotel – A charming French boutique hotel, declared a UNESCO Cultural Heritage site, and located in the heart of Quito’s nightlife-filled Mariscal neighborhood. Antinea's suites, rooms and furnished apartments are a home away from home for leisure and business travelers alike. Each room and suite are unique , filled with charm and decorated with good taste and class. Antinea is located close to Quito’s best restaurants, bars, and shops, and is only 15 minutes from both Quito's historic center and the airport.

Hotel Bambú – This beach-front hotel in the small, sleepy fishing village of Canoa is the ideal escape for those who want some serious rest and relaxation without crowds of tourists. When you’re not relaxing on the beach, you can surf, mountain bike or even paraglide. Afterwards, dine on exquisite seafood plucked straight from the sea outside your door and prepared in the hotel's renowned restaurant.

Hostería La Barquita – Located off the beaten track in Puerto Rico (15 Km. South of Puerto López) this is an ideal place to relax and pursue adventures on the Ecuadorian Pacific Coast. You'll enjoy nature at its best: beautiful, pristine beaches, rivers with dry and tropical forests. Bird-watching, whale-watching, horseback riding, surfing, diving, snorkeling and hiking among the activities offered. All of the cozy rooms provide the comfort you expect, and their sea-view restaurant boasts mouthwatering, delicious seafood. On the deck, enjoy an exotic drink while playing pool or just watching spectacular sunsets.

The Bospas Fruit Forest Farm & Lodge – A tropical farm-stay bed and breakfast that provides unique insight into rural Ecuador and the country’s amazing biodiversity. Three guestrooms with private bathrooms, porch, campsite and swimming pool. Bospas is located in the heart of a 15-hectare forest garden in the lush valley of the Mira River, along the newly paved road from Ibarra to San Lorenzo, 1.5 hrs north of Otavalo. Bospas organizes excursions to the Golondrinas Cloudforest Reserve, boat trips through the Mangrove forests and a fascinating hike to the Reserva Ecológica El Angel with its rare Frailejones plants.

Centro Samai – This hotel, spa and retreat center is situated 3 miles north of the popular surfing town of Montanita, amidst the splendor and tranquility of lush forests high above the Pacific Ocean. Largely glass walls and private balconies off of each room provide spectacular views of the sea. Bird-watching is spectacular and the beach is a 3 minute car ride or 10 minute walk away. The famous and bio-diverse Chongon Colonche Cordillera Mountains lie directly behind the hotel. They offer massages, herbal baths, meditation training, shamanic ceremonies and cleansing.

Folklore Hotel – A cozy, clean, and friendly place to stay in Quito, this small, family-run hotel is located in La Floresta, a safe and quiet residential neighborhood bordering the bustling tourist zone, La Mariscal. The airport and Historic Center are both only a short taxi ride away. The hotel provides free breakfast, private baths with hot showers, cable TV, laundry service, security box, and free luggage storage. They also offer tours of Quito and surrounding points of interest including the indigenous craft markets of Otavalo, bird watching in the cloud forest, hot springs in Papallacta and more! 

Huasquila Amazon Lodge – Located in the Sumaco Biosphere Reserve between the Andes Mountains and the Amazon Rainforest, only 4 hours from Quito, Huasquila offers six luxury cabins built in local Kichwa style. Each cabin features a private bathroom, hot water, wide interior spaces and a balcony with superb views of the Amazon. Enjoy delicious meals, bar service, exciting jungle tours, caving expeditions, excursions to petroglyphs, animal rescue center, horse trekking, kayaking and rafting with indigenous Kichwa guides. Outstanding  service and activities with a friendly, family atmosphere.

La Casa Sol – Charming hotel and cafe run by an even more charming Otavalan Indigenous couple. The intimate, sunny atmosphere will make even the weariest traveler feel at home, and coffee and conversation in Casa Sol's cafe is a great way to start any day. Highly recommended by The South American Handbook, The Footprint Ecuador and Galapagos Handbook, Let's Go Ecuador 1999, Lonely Planet, Rough Guide to Ecuador 2000, and the South American Explorer's Club.

Hotel La Rábida in Quito – An intimate and charming first-class hotel located in the heart of Quito, near many historical sites of interest, restaurants, banks, travel agencies, and shops. The restored, neo-colonial house has 11 rooms, each with a private bathroom, telephone, and T.V. Rooms with a terrace are available. The hotel has a small wine bar and restaurant that serves outstanding Italian and international cuisine.

Cabañas La Tortuga –  Just north of “Cinco Cerros” or “Five Hills” (the westernmost tip of the Chongon-Colonche mountain range), travelers will find a comfortable and serene paradise. Cabañas La Tortuga offers double and family cabins, ceiling fans, orthopedic mattresses, private bathrooms with hot water, rest area with hammocks, beachfront cabins, private parking, restaurant-terrace and full bar service, and game and music area with satellite T.V.

Hotel Las Peñas – This excellent hotel is conveniently located in downtown Guayaquil, only 10 minutes from the airport, and close to parks, Malecón 2000, Santa Ana Hill, the commercial center and other sites of interest. They offer 30 rooms, each fully equipped with cable TV, internet, and private bathrooms with hot water. Laundry service and international phone calls are also available.

Hotel Majestic – This charming hotel has the pleasant, friendly feel of a country inn and all the services and benefits of a large hotel. All rooms have private bathrooms, color TV, complete mini-bars, and telephone service. Internet service, a photocopier, and fax service are also available to guests. Customer service and honesty are the cornerstones of Majestic's success.

Hostería Pantaví – A 35 minute drive northwest from Ibarra, this hotel is nestled in a temperate valley at 2,050 meters above sea level. Formerly an impressive hacienda, the hosteria has been transformed into a cozy and charming country-inn and is artistically decorated. Huge old trees and perpetually blooming gardens characterize the hosteria. Pantavì offers 12 spacious bedrooms, a swimming pool, conference room, tennis court and a restaurant that serves delicious and healthy meals. Pantaví offers many activities such as mountain biking, daily hikes, or relaxing in the beautiful hot springs of Chachimbiro.

Hacienda Primavera– Located in the lush cloud forest reserves of Northwestern Ecuador, this exclusive eco-lodge provides first-class service for those who want to tromp in the jungle by day but sleep in full luxury at night. Explore ancient forests, crystal clear rivers, and magical waterfalls through various activities including whitewater rafting, horseback riding, jungle excursions, mountain biking, bird watching, fishing, and swimming in a 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 Cusin's tranquility and architectural beauty are typical of that which you'll find in local accomodations.

Hostal Santa Barbara – A beautiful colonial residence transformed into a comfortable inn, Hotel Santa Barbara features luxurious gardens and impeccable service. Recently, it was declared a Quito Cultural Heritage site for its traditional style and beauty. The current owner is an Italian geologist who, after working in many countries, was so amazed by the house’s beauty that he decided to convert it into a cozy hotel. The hotel is conveniently located in the heart of the modern city, a few minutes from the main malls, restaurants and night-life. It offers a warm, elegant and comfortable environment with outstanding service.

Hotel Sierra Madre –  This hotel was recently renovated and restored according to colonial Spanish villa architecture. The labyrinth of 21 rooms (five of which have balconies), sunroofs, and terrace create an enchanting setting, and Sierra Madre´s close proximity to universities, language schools and the South American Explores Club, make it a prime place to spend your time in Quito. Sierra Madre offers friendly services, laundry, color cable TV in the lobby, a well-stocked bar, large windows, a spacious dining area, and  characteristic surrounding difficult to find in modern Quito.

Sol de Súa, Ecolodge – This lodge is located in the small beach village of Súa in the province of Esmeraldas, a few minutes from Atacames. It features natural, cozy and comfortable cabins right on the beach. Visit mangroves, famous for watching sea birds and whales from May to September, or just relax on the beach in the other months. Special rates are available for students and groups. A short walk down the beach to bars and restaurants.

Cabanas Tres Rios – Nine wonderful cabins situated on the banks of the Rio Quijos midway between Papallacta hot springs and Cascada San Rafael, famous for fantastic Ecuadorian, vegetarian and international meals. Hiking, bird watching, rafting, horseback riding and week-long Spanish classes are all popular, but guests say it’s an even better place to just relax and enjoy a quiet vacation. Perfect for school groups, family reunions or small conferences. “CTR is the nicest place I have ever visited.” Bill Meyers.