Hotels/Hostels (Mindo)

Dragonfly Inn http://www.dragonflyinn-mindo.com/ El Descanso hostal http://www.eldescanso.net/ El Septimo Paraiso Hotel http://www.septimoparaiso.com/ La Casa del Camino http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g609138-d2212920-Reviews-La_Casa_del_Camino_Mindo-Mindo_Pichincha_Province.html Sachatamia Lodge http://www.sachatamia.com/ Mindo Gardens http://www.mindogardens.com/ Cabañas Bambu http://www.hotelbambuecuador.com/pages/mindo.html El Abrazo del Árbol http://www.elabrazodelarbol.com/

CasKaffeSu Hostal (Mindo)

Many good places to stay in and around Mindo. Here are some member recommendations: CasKaffeSu hostal. It’s right near the center of town. The owners are an American woman who’s lived in Ecuador for 20 years and her Ecuadorian husband. Very nice couple. The hostal has its own restaurant that serves good food and very good coffee. The dining area… Read More

Hotel Patio Andaluz (Quito)

Hotel Patio Andaluz. Charming and elegant – fabulous staff! Not inexpensive but at least worth a stay once (if you look you can find good rates off season). Hotel can arrange airport transfers for you. Great location to check out the Historic Center (walking distance). http://www.hotelpatioandaluz.com/Ecuador-Quito-Hotel-Situated-Old-Historic-Center-Quito-Hotel-Boutique-Quito.html

Hotel Boutique Plaza Sucre (Quito)

Hotel Boutique Plaza Sucre. Lovely & charming, friendly staff that speak english. Located in the heart of Quito’s historic centre. Beautiful art work on display (for sale) through out the hotel. Fabulous breakfast (eggs made to order). Great price! Hotel can arrange airport transfers for you. http://www.hotel-plaza-sucre.com/

Rancho Santa Fe (Cotacachi)

Rancho Santa Fe. A resort/convention center near outskirts of town. Don’t know if it’s still open. The website is still up. http://ranchosantafehotell.com/home.html

Quinta La Posada (Cotacachi)

Quinta La Posada. It has casita-style accommodations. It’s a little ways from the center of town. If you don’t feel like walking a lot, you may want to take a taxi from there. http://www.quintalaposada.com/index_i.php

Tierra del Sol (Cotacachi)

Tierra del Sol (Land of the Sun). This is Gary Scott’s place. It’s right near the center of town. Food there is awful. http://www.hoteltierradelsollandofsun.amawebs.com/

La Mirage (Cotacachi)

La Mirage. A 5-star hotel. The Queen of Spain once stayed there. Rates start at $366/night. http://www.mirage.com.ec/en-us/mainpage.aspx

Hostal Mindala B&B (Cotacachi)

Hostal Mindala B&B. Right near the center of town. http://www.mindala.com.ec/eingles.html from the list – I would like to invite you to pass by Hostal Mindala on Bolivar/9th of October; across from the Ornamental Park. I will be glad to show you some of our guest rooms and apartments which are fully furnished. We also have a penthouse furnished with great… Read More

Hostal El Arbolito (Cotacachi)

Hostal El Arbolito. Close to Leather Street, the main drag in town. $35 a night for room with one full-size bed. $40 for a room with two twin-size beds. http://hostalelarbolito.com/