10 hotels in Otavalo: Best hotel deals for 2023

August 14, 2022 Myesha Cogley

Discover the best hotels in Otavalo, Imbabura Province including Hotel Dona Esther, Casa de Luis, Hacienda Pinsaqui, Hotel ACOMA, La Posada del Quinde, Hacienda Cusin, Hotel Dona Esther, Las Palmeras Inn, Hostal Riviera-Sucre, Hosteria Cabanas del Lago.
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1. Hotel Dona Esther

Juan Montalvo 4-44 y Bolivar Half a block of the Parque Bolívar / media cuadra del Parque Bolívar, Otavalo 100450 Ecuador
Excellent
48%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 203 reviews

Hotel Dona Esther

COVID-19 update: we comply with all safety and hygien regulations, as stipulated by local and nacional authorities. Dona Esther is a small colonial style hotel in the center of Otavalo, just half a block from the central Bolivar park and near the famous Saturday crafts market. With only 13 rooms we can keep it personal, someone of our staff will always be eager to help you. Your room has a view on the green inner court yard, so you can take a seat outside your room and enjoy a glass of beer or wine after a day of activities, which our staff will gladly bring up to your room. Or take a look on the roof top terrace with beautiful views over Otavalo and the surrounding mountains. Our restaurant with a delicious and inventive menu is just downstairs, our reading room has enough books to buy or exchange and the Wifi is free. A choice of breakfasts is included in the room price. Please note that our restaurant is closed only on Monday evenings, we're there for you every other evening of the week and in the weekends all day and evening. Come and have a look, we'll be happy to have you as our guests!

Central location

Reviewed By Well_Travelled_TO

My primary reason for visiting Otavalo was the Saturday morning Poncho Market and Dona Esther is located at a short distance from there. The Dutch couple who own the place are helpful and friendly, as are the staff, although few speak English. Wendy, the owner, had a small electric heater put in my room, which I really appreciated. Noise reverberates around the courtyard and tour groups in particular tend to forget that they aren't the only guests. The valve for the shower is positioned so high that I couldn't reach it; but I was given a mop handle with which to move the lever.

2. Casa de Luis

Calle 14 de Febrero CF-CE-23 y El Lago Close To Entrance Of Parque Acuatico Araque, See Signs For Casa De Huéspedes, Otavalo 1234-1 Ecuador
Excellent
92%
Good
7%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 118 reviews

Casa de Luis

Casa de "Luis" offers accommodation in a private home on the second floor, we have 4 rooms: one with matrimonial bed + 1 twin, private bath, Satellite Tv, hardwood floors and views of Lake San Pablo... 1 room with queen bed, wooden floor, Otavalo tapestries, views of the Imbabura volcano, private bathroom,...1 superior room with King or 2 twins, desk, balcony, mountain view, flat tv with satellite channels & WIFI, 1 family room with 1 matrimonial bed and 2 twins mountain view, leaving room with lake view and terrce access. House has a Kitchenette with refrigerator, stove with oven, dinning table for 6 people, water bottle, microwaven oven, lake view. We do have garage for 1 car inside the house and for 3 more on front of the house. We can prepare dinner set menú, it is neccesary to ask at least one day in advance. All rates includes American breakfast (fresh fruit, coffee, tea, milk, cheese sándwich, fruit juice, eggs any style). We are located 300 meters from Parque Acuático Araque.

Cosy scenic house

Reviewed By 998willisp

Luis is extremely nice and helpful, his wife and him are also cook extremely well (we had a delicious dinner by the fireplace). The house is very cosy and the lake view is great (we had the family room). Luis helped us with the “to do” and taxi booking (yet it might be easier to have a car to reach the property and go around). Overall very nice stay, but too short (one night). One could find the roasters noisy in the morning, but it is part of the charm of a house outside of town!

3. Hacienda Pinsaqui

Hwy 35 - Panamericana Norte km. 5, Otavalo 100450 Ecuador
Excellent
58%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
3%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 280 reviews

Hacienda Pinsaqui

Finding an ideal romantic hotel in Otavalo does not have to be difficult. Welcome to Hacienda Pinsaqui, a nice option for travelers like you. During your stay, take advantage of some of the amenities offered, including a 24 hour front desk, a concierge, and baggage storage, and you can go online as Hacienda Pinsaqui Hotel offers guests free internet access. Guests are also welcome to enjoy free breakfast, located on site. For travelers arriving by car, free parking is available. If you’re looking for something to do, Parque Bolivar is a nice way to spend some time. Hacienda Pinsaqui looks forward to welcoming you on your visit to Otavalo.

Gem in the Highlands of Equador

Reviewed By ElisabethM542

We are a couple who stayed at Hacienda Pinsaqui in our travels through Ecuador. Consider the highlands for the beautiful landscape and rich indigenous culture. Upon arriving at Hacienda Pinsaqui, we were greeted at the entrance personally and shown the amazing hacienda. Our stay coincided with my husband’s birthday ….. so after many e mails, Andres was kind enough to arrange a series of surprises. These included ; a couples massage, an indigenous musical group serenade and an amazing private room with an elegant and delicious birthday dinner. The service was professional and impeccable. We appreciated the hot water bottles placed in our beds as we visited in winter. The breakfast was delicious and varied. We hope to return to Hacienda Pinsaqui when we visit Ecuador in the future! Please consider this unique and lovely place on your travels to ghost amazing country.

4. Hotel ACOMA

Salinas 757 Av. 31 de Octubre, Otavalo 100450 Ecuador
Excellent
34%
Good
45%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
5%
Terrible
9%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 44 reviews

Hotel ACOMA

Delightful and comfortable rooms, friendly environment with attentive staff that offers an excellent service 24 hours a day. The hotel is located in a restored, three-story building which, with its dark wooden finishings, Andean touches and colonial construction, combines traditional and modern decor. Numerous large windows allow in plenty of light. Since its inception in July 2004 by three siblings from the Cotacahi Pineda family, the hotel has received awards and praise for it innovative approach and design.

Great hotel

Reviewed By Frank1128

I stayed at this hotel several times before COVID, and always enjoyed the hospitality and convenience. I stayed there recently, and am happy to report the Acoma is once again open and ready for business. I stayed in one of the suites, which is very comfortable. The breakfast is substantial, with fresh fruit, bread, eggs, coffee, and juice. The hotel is only a couple of blocks from the Poncho Plaza market, which is also back to normal hours. For anyone concerned about the virus, rest assured that hotel staff take all precautions to protect guests. Front desk staff were great in providing everything I needed. I am vaccinated, and I felt comfortable traveling around Ecuador. Nearly everyone wore a mask (except in smaller communities), and hand sanitizer was available in stores and restaurants.

5. La Posada del Quinde

Avenida Quito and Miguel Egas, Otavalo 100450 Ecuador
Excellent
86%
Good
12%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 426 reviews

La Posada del Quinde

After a several-year hiatus to exclusively serve student and volunteer groups, La Posada del Quinde has reopened. This time, seven of the previous staff have formed their own business. As owner-operators of a 100% indigenous-run business, they look forward to offering the same award-winning service and amenities that they did from 2010-2017. La Posada del Quinde is an ecologically- and socially-minded hotel that strives to make all of its guests feel at home. All of our spacious, heated guest rooms and suites have tile floors, folk decor, and bathrooms boasting solar-heated, steaming-hot showers day and night. Additionally, there is free WiFi. All of the guest rooms and suites overlook the garden and patio, where guests can enjoy a good book or snap pictures of hummingbirds. Our spacious suites sleep 2-7 people and offer roomy living and dining areas, as well as balconies overlooking Otavalo. The indigenous Ecuadorian owner-operators are incredibly helpful and will ensure that you have a pleasant stay.

“Can’t Wait to Visit this Oasis Again!”

Reviewed By rubywG3137FK

Don’t even know where to start! Everything about this hotel and it’s staff was above and beyond. The owners/staff were so warm and welcoming. They went out of there way to always be available to us. They kept the beautiful fireplace lit for us every morning and evening as they prepared the most amazing meals for us. It was truly spectacular! The beautiful sitting room and dining room were decorated with amazing local textiles and gorgeous plants. Lunch on the back patio facing the gardens was breathtaking! Our room was clean and inviting. I looked forward every morning to the tranquility of the view of the gardens from our room. Water was hot! Loved it! No loss of hot water here. Again, the decor of local textiles was charming. Location, location, location, fabulous! You can walk to the unbelievable Saturday market. Where we bought local artisan blankets, jewelry, clothing, local produce and food fare. This was our first visit Otavalo and the hotel but it won’t be our last. We can’t wait to return to both!

6. Hacienda Cusin

Calle Chiriboga San Pablo Del Lago, Otavalo 123 Ecuador
Excellent
75%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 683 reviews

Hacienda Cusin

Hotel. A restored, 400 year-old hacienda with antiques and fine artisan craft furnishings, Andean textiles, art, several acres of landscaped gardens, 2 restaurants, picnic areas - organic food from large vegetable gardens. Wi-Fi. ACTIVITIES: squash, basketball, stables - horseback riding, mountain and valley walking, mountain biking, games rooms - pingpong, pool, darts, library, 2 meeting rooms. 38 Staff. Within 20 minutes of Otavalo's markets and artisan villages. '400 years of welcome and evolution in the Ecuadorian sierra'

Awesome Stay and Tour

Reviewed By Experience748179

The Hacienda and it's grounds were gorgeous! We loved both the inside and the outside. Inside the decor was elaborate and comfortable. Outside the gardens were lush. Additionally, the Hacienda staff set us up with a wonderful guide, Christian. Christian took us to the weaving workshop, hiking to the waterfall, and to Cotacachi for shopping and some amazing coffee drinks. All together, it was a fabulous 2 days.

7. Hotel Dona Esther

Juan Montalvo 4-44 y Bolivar Half a block of the Parque Bolívar / media cuadra del Parque Bolívar, Otavalo 100450 Ecuador
Excellent
48%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 203 reviews

Hotel Dona Esther

COVID-19 update: we comply with all safety and hygien regulations, as stipulated by local and nacional authorities. Dona Esther is a small colonial style hotel in the center of Otavalo, just half a block from the central Bolivar park and near the famous Saturday crafts market. With only 13 rooms we can keep it personal, someone of our staff will always be eager to help you. Your room has a view on the green inner court yard, so you can take a seat outside your room and enjoy a glass of beer or wine after a day of activities, which our staff will gladly bring up to your room. Or take a look on the roof top terrace with beautiful views over Otavalo and the surrounding mountains. Our restaurant with a delicious and inventive menu is just downstairs, our reading room has enough books to buy or exchange and the Wifi is free. A choice of breakfasts is included in the room price. Please note that our restaurant is closed only on Monday evenings, we're there for you every other evening of the week and in the weekends all day and evening. Come and have a look, we'll be happy to have you as our guests!

Central location

Reviewed By Well_Travelled_TO

My primary reason for visiting Otavalo was the Saturday morning Poncho Market and Dona Esther is located at a short distance from there. The Dutch couple who own the place are helpful and friendly, as are the staff, although few speak English. Wendy, the owner, had a small electric heater put in my room, which I really appreciated. Noise reverberates around the courtyard and tour groups in particular tend to forget that they aren't the only guests. The valve for the shower is positioned so high that I couldn't reach it; but I was given a mop handle with which to move the lever.

8. Las Palmeras Inn

Quichinche, Otavalo 100450 Ecuador
Excellent
65%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 220 reviews

Las Palmeras Inn

Las Palmeras Inn, a 25-minute downhill walk to the markets of Otavalo, overlooks the often snow-capped Cotacachi Mountain. Its garden cottages have fireplaces, new bathrooms and patios. Fine food and tranquility personified.

Wish we could have stayed longer

Reviewed By hunkydorey128

This place was a real treat. We were surprised to find Hot water bottles in our beds to warm them, and a fire in the fireplace in each room. They have beautiful gardens with flowers and vegetables that I'm sure are used in preparing their delicious food. The friendly accommodating staff were always willing to help in any way possible. My only regret is we only were able to spend one night here. This place is definitely worth a return trip.

9. Hostal Riviera-Sucre

Garcia Moreno 380 y Roca, Otavalo 100450 Ecuador
Excellent
61%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 198 reviews

Hostal Riviera-Sucre

The Hostal Riviera-Sucre is located in the beautiful and historic city of Otavalo, Ecuador. Its beautiful Colonial architecture includes two stone water fountains and three courtyards in which to sit, read or write or enjoy the sun. It also features a library with a book exchange as well two inviting fireplaces to warm the spirit. The hostal is the oldest in Otavalo yet offers modern conveniences.

Great place to stay in Otovalo!

Reviewed By alancE6777PP

Can't say enough about this wonderful, oasis of peace in calm in bustling Otovalo! Fredy and family are really nice answering all my questions and giving me great advice. The service is top notch clean, quiet rooms with plenty of hot water and a extemely warm, comfortable bed. They have a wonderful garden to enjoy your continental breakfast where you can see hummingbirds and doves flying around.

10. Hosteria Cabanas del Lago

Lago San Pablo Otavalo Imbabura Ecuador Otavalo Lago San Pablo, Otavalo 100450 Ecuador
Excellent
63%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
3%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 347 reviews

Hosteria Cabanas del Lago

An awesome lakeside hotel offers a traditional and international cuisine. Comfortable and cozy cabins decorated with a unique andean-contemporary style. Beautiful and peaceful gardens in the middle of a typical andean scenery.

The Hosteria Cabañas del Lago, is a cozy and pleasant place, the lodging, the food is wonderful, I really liked the plac

Reviewed By jofrea353

The food is very much enjoyed, while looking at the lake, the design of the cabins are cozy and rustic, which allows you to observe and feel the breeze, the attention is very pleasant, the lodging has everything you need to have a good time.

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