The charming mountain town of Baños takes its name (Baños de Agua Santa, or Holy Water Baths) from the hot springs and other water sources that provide the community with water. In addition to the famed hot springs, Baños is also famous for its outstanding hiking, horseback-riding, rafting, and other adventure sports opportunities. There are a plethora of affordable hotels in Baños and advance reservations are usually only necessary during Ecuadorian holidays (feriados).

Hotel Donde Ivan – Come stay at “Ivan’s Place”. New in 2017, it’s an economically priced, impeccably clean small hotel in Baños, Ecuador. Centrally-located within walking distance of all the main attractions of Baños, they can also help you book day tours and trips around Ecuador’s adventure capital of Baños and beyond.

Baños Language School and Hotel – This Spanish school and hotel located in the heart of Baños is the perfect place to rest after a day of adventure activities and/or language lessons. Offering Spanish, French, and English lessons one to one or in small groups. Escuela de Idiomas language school and hotel also offers outings to local tourist attractions, salsa lessons, volunteer opportunities and more.