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LUXURY ACCOMMODATIONS IN ECUADOR

From Galápagos expedition lodges to Andean haciendas and rainforest lodges, our hand-selected luxury accommodations in Ecuador are designed to elevate every stage of the journey. We carefully vet each property in our portfolio and provide personalized recommendations tailored to your travel style and preferences. Discover Ecuador’s most exceptional accommodation options below.

The exterior of Casa Gangotena at night with the windows lit up.
The courtyard at Casa Gangotena with a fountain in the center.
The square outside Casa Gangotena in Quito.
One of the luxurious rooms at Casa Gangotena with a table with fruit on it in the corner.

Casa Gangotena

A Relais & Châteaux Hotel in Quito

Casa Gangotena, Quito Ecuador’s most exclusive luxury hotel, is a refined urban retreat set in a beautifully restored historic mansion overlooking the iconic Plaza San Francisco in the heart of Old Town Quito. The property blends classic grandeur with contemporary comforts, offering elegantly appointed accommodations and personalized service in an intimate setting. Relax in the tranquil interior courtyards, enjoy elevated Ecuadorian cuisine, or take in sweeping views of the historic district from the hotel’s terraces. Perfectly positioned for cultural exploration, Casa Gangotena provides a sophisticated base for discovering Quito travel, the UNESCO World Heritage-listed historic center, and the richness of luxury Ecuador travel.

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A nighttime view of the Pikaia Lodge in the Galapagos Islands.
A room with large windows looking out over the Galapagos Islands at Pikaia Lodge.
The dining room at Pikaia Lodge in the Galapagos Islands.
The private yacht at Pikaia Lodge in the Galapagos Islands.

Pikaia Lodge

A Relais & Châteaux Lodge in the Galapagos Islands

Hidden away in a secluded location on top of the crater of an extinct volcano in the Galapagos Islands of Ecuador, Pikaia Lodge is made for the environmentally conscious eco-adventure traveler and is the first carbon-neutral accommodation in the archipelago. It is tailored to guests who want both intimate contact with the unique heritage of the Galapagos and comforts of a highly evolved lifestyle. Relax at the infinity pool, unwind in the spa, or take in panoramic views of the surrounding highlands. With curated excursions led by expert guides, Pikaia Lodge provides an intimate and sophisticated base for exploring the unique wildlife and natural heritage of luxury Ecuador travel.

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Galapagos Safari Camp

A Luxury Tented Camp in the Galapagos Islands

Galapagos Safari Camp is set on a private estate in the highlands of Santa Cruz Island, overlooking the Pacific Ocean and surrounding volcanic landscapes. The property features safari-style tents and a private villa designed for privacy and immersion in nature, with a focus on comfort and understated design. You can explore the Galápagos Islands through guided excursions, including wildlife encounters, hiking, and marine activities, with access to the archipelago’s diverse ecosystems from a secluded base.

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The exterior of Hacienda Zuleta with flowers in the foreground.
A courtyard in Hacienda Zuleta with a fountain in the center.
A group of the horses at Hacienda Zuleta.
A person riding horses on a sunny tree-lined path at Hacienda Zuleta.
Farm-to-table food produced on Hacienda Zuleta.

Hacienda Zuleta

A Working Hacienda in the Andean Highlands

Established in the late 16th century, the hacienda lies in the Andes mountains of Ecuador at 9,600 feet. Zuleta is a working colonial-era farm spread over 4,000 acres owned by the family of former President Galo Plaza Lasso for over 100 years. There are 14 private bedrooms, all with their own fireplace. Lush gardens, along with cozy living and reading rooms, offer a tranquil atmosphere for your private Ecuador tour. Delicious homemade Ecuadorian food among other types of gastronomic offerings are served daily, using organic vegetables, trout, and dairy products produced on the property.

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An aerial view of Mashpi Lodge with the clouds.
A room overlooking the cloud forest at Mashpi Lodge.
A balcony at Mashpi Lodge in the Ecuadorian Cloud Forest.
The observation deck with people atop it in the cloud forest at Mashpi Lodge.

Mashpi Lodge

A National Geographic Unique Lodge in the Ecuadorian Cloud Forest

Mashpi Lodge is a sophisticated and strikingly-sleek property in the middle of the Ecuadorian Cloud Forest, located high in the Andes Mountains of Ecuador and completely surrounded by nature. A hideaway in the clouds only accessible to its guests and located on a high plateau, Mashpi Lodge in Ecuador features incredible views from its floor-to-ceiling glass windows in all its rooms and common spaces. Built using the latest sustainable techniques, the lodge is designed to blend beautifully with its surroundings, allowing you to enjoy luxury at its finest as part of your private Ecuador journey. Wake up to a captivating view with trees, vines, birds, and clouds all around.

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View of one of the beds with a canopy around it in La Selva Amazon Ecolodge & Spa.
Riverfront view of La Selva Ecolodge in the Amazon Rainforest.
A deck and observation area at La Selva Ecolodge on the Amazon River.
Kayakers in the Amazon River at La Selva Ecolodge.

La Selva Amazon Ecolodge & Spa

A Golden Experiences & Travels Lodge in the Ecuadorian Amazon

Located in the heart of the Amazon rainforest in Ecuador, the thatch-roofed wooden cabins of La Selva sit by a tranquil private lake, far from the trappings of civilization. Your Ecuadorian Amazon journey begins with a motorized canoe ride down the Napo River, followed by a traditional canoe across a lagoon to reach your abode for the duration of your private luxury tour in Ecuador. The ecolodge is ideally located for discovering the surrounding flora and fauna and exploration of this mystical paradise.

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LUXURY ACCOMMODATION IN QUITO

The exterior of Casa Gangotena at night with the windows lit up.
The courtyard at Casa Gangotena with a fountain in the center.
The square outside Casa Gangotena in Quito.
One of the luxurious rooms at Casa Gangotena with a table with fruit on it in the corner.

Casa Gangotena

A Relais & Châteaux Hotel in Quito

Casa Gangotena, Quito Ecuador’s most exclusive luxury hotel, is a refined urban retreat set in a beautifully restored historic mansion overlooking the iconic Plaza San Francisco in the heart of Old Town Quito. The property blends classic grandeur with contemporary comforts, offering elegantly appointed accommodations and personalized service in an intimate setting. Relax in the tranquil interior courtyards, enjoy elevated Ecuadorian cuisine, or take in sweeping views of the historic district from the hotel’s terraces. Perfectly positioned for cultural exploration, Casa Gangotena provides a sophisticated base for discovering Quito travel, the UNESCO World Heritage-listed historic center, and the richness of luxury Ecuador travel.

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LUXURY ACCOMMODATION IN THE GALAPAGOS ISLANDS

A nighttime view of the Pikaia Lodge in the Galapagos Islands.
A room with large windows looking out over the Galapagos Islands at Pikaia Lodge.
The dining room at Pikaia Lodge in the Galapagos Islands.
The private yacht at Pikaia Lodge in the Galapagos Islands.

Pikaia Lodge

A Relais & Châteaux Lodge in the Galapagos Islands

Hidden away in a secluded location on top of the crater of an extinct volcano in the Galapagos Islands of Ecuador, Pikaia Lodge is made for the environmentally conscious eco-adventure traveler and is the first carbon-neutral accommodation in the archipelago. It is tailored to guests who want both intimate contact with the unique heritage of the Galapagos and comforts of a highly evolved lifestyle. Relax at the infinity pool, unwind in the spa, or take in panoramic views of the surrounding highlands. With curated excursions led by expert guides, Pikaia Lodge provides an intimate and sophisticated base for exploring the unique wildlife and natural heritage of luxury Ecuador travel.

Recommended Tours:

Galapagos Safari Camp

A Luxury Tented Camp in the Galapagos Islands

Galapagos Safari Camp is set on a private estate in the highlands of Santa Cruz Island, overlooking the Pacific Ocean and surrounding volcanic landscapes. The property features safari-style tents and a private villa designed for privacy and immersion in nature, with a focus on comfort and understated design. You can explore the Galápagos Islands through guided excursions, including wildlife encounters, hiking, and marine activities, with access to the archipelago’s diverse ecosystems from a secluded base.

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LUXURY ACCOMMODATION IN THE ANDEAN HIGHLANDS

The exterior of Hacienda Zuleta with flowers in the foreground.
A courtyard in Hacienda Zuleta with a fountain in the center.
A group of the horses at Hacienda Zuleta.
A person riding horses on a sunny tree-lined path at Hacienda Zuleta.
Farm-to-table food produced on Hacienda Zuleta.

Hacienda Zuleta

A Working Hacienda in the Andean Highlands

Established in the late 16th century, the hacienda lies in the Andes mountains of Ecuador at 9,600 feet. Zuleta is a working colonial-era farm spread over 4,000 acres owned by the family of former President Galo Plaza Lasso for over 100 years. There are 14 private bedrooms, all with their own fireplace. Lush gardens, along with cozy living and reading rooms, offer a tranquil atmosphere for your private Ecuador tour. Delicious homemade Ecuadorian food among other types of gastronomic offerings are served daily, using organic vegetables, trout, and dairy products produced on the property.

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LUXURY ACCOMMODATION IN THE CLOUD FOREST

An aerial view of Mashpi Lodge with the clouds.
A room overlooking the cloud forest at Mashpi Lodge.
A balcony at Mashpi Lodge in the Ecuadorian Cloud Forest.
The observation deck with people atop it in the cloud forest at Mashpi Lodge.

Mashpi Lodge

A National Geographic Unique Lodge in the Ecuadorian Cloud Forest

Mashpi Lodge is a sophisticated and strikingly-sleek property in the middle of the Ecuadorian Cloud Forest, located high in the Andes Mountains of Ecuador and completely surrounded by nature. A hideaway in the clouds only accessible to its guests and located on a high plateau, Mashpi Lodge in Ecuador features incredible views from its floor-to-ceiling glass windows in all its rooms and common spaces. Built using the latest sustainable techniques, the lodge is designed to blend beautifully with its surroundings, allowing you to enjoy luxury at its finest as part of your private Ecuador journey. Wake up to a captivating view with trees, vines, birds, and clouds all around.

Recommended Tours:

LUXURY ACCOMMODATION IN THE ECUADORIAN AMAZON

View of one of the beds with a canopy around it in La Selva Amazon Ecolodge & Spa.
Riverfront view of La Selva Ecolodge in the Amazon Rainforest.
A deck and observation area at La Selva Ecolodge on the Amazon River.
Kayakers in the Amazon River at La Selva Ecolodge.

La Selva Amazon Ecolodge & Spa

A Golden Experiences & Travels Lodge in the Ecuadorian Amazon

Located in the heart of the Amazon rainforest in Ecuador, the thatch-roofed wooden cabins of La Selva sit by a tranquil private lake, far from the trappings of civilization. Your Ecuadorian Amazon journey begins with a motorized canoe ride down the Napo River, followed by a traditional canoe across a lagoon to reach your abode for the duration of your private luxury tour in Ecuador. The ecolodge is ideally located for discovering the surrounding flora and fauna and exploration of this mystical paradise.

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