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 CASA MOJANDA
All of the buildings on the grounds of Casa Mojanda utilize traditional methods of construction. Structural walls of rammed earth provide cooling during the day and retain and slowly release their solar gain throughout the evening. Enormous hand molded terra cotta bricks link structural details while complementing the brilliant adobe walls. Hand formed roof tiles, of native red clay, and red tile floors provide the perfect counterpoint to the massive white walls. Within each structure, open eucalyptus roof beams contribute textural warmth and a sense of quiet structural strength. White ceramic tile is selectively used to visual and practical advantage throughout the enormous country style kitchen and within each cottage bath. Diego and Betti designed the many tables and chairs of Ecuadorian cedar which were made in the shops of local craftsmen and provide a wonderful complement to the structural materials. Selective use of native wooden flooring, antique furnishings, hand carved Ecuadorian masks, and an outstanding collection of lithographs & drawings reinforce the quiet architectural strength of Casa Mojanda. CUSIN
Cusin's terracotta-tiles, winding cobblestone path-ways, fountain court- yards, towers and perennial gardens nestle beneath a deep blue sky in a wide lake-valley. Nearby, the often snow-capped 15,000-foot Imbabura Mountain and Cotacachi volcano are reflected in Lago San Pablo. Ancient lakebed soil, cool nights and a predictable equatorial sun have conspired with avid gardeners to create ever-blooming perennial gardens that include belladonna, bougainvillea, agapantha, acanthus, foxgloves, orchids, palms, flora, which attract over 50 species of birds. Antiques and select Andean craft-furnished salons and guest rooms, the majority with log-burning fire places, beamed-ceilings and King beds, have extensive garden views. Individually decorated guest rooms and garden cottages with private bathrooms and hairdryer are furnished with selected fine crafts, hand woven bed-covers, antiques writing desks and snow-capped mountains views. Log-fires warm the cool evenings; please request hot-water bottles. Electricity, 110 v., plugs as U.S. Laundry service, 12-24 hours. Room rates include waiter-served American breakfast and Wi-Fi access. HATO VERDE
Rooms of the lodging: in keeping with the original style of the old house, we have designed six luxurious rooms, each one with private bathroom and fireplace. The meticulous design employed in each room includes extremely comfortable beds with goose-feather pillows and duvets; which certainly increase the sense of wellbeing in the rooms and will guarantee you a good night's sleep. Just think of yourself in one of our beautiful rooms enjoying all of this with the rolling pastures of the fertile slopes surround you. The hacienda's gardens coupled with the spectacular countryside of the Andes, creates the perfect relaxing atmosphere. The house can accommodate a maximum of fifteen people in comfort, elegance and tranquillity. LA CIENEGA
The terrain on which the hacienda is located was bought by landowner Don Matheo de la Escalera y Velasco in 1695. The hacienda has played host to a number of important historical, social, political and scientific events on a national and international level. The wise French intellectual Carlos Maria de la Condamine arrived in Quito with Luis Godin y Pedro Bouger in 1736. Six years later, after two hundred years of inactivity, Volcano Cotopaxi erupted, provoking the scientists to move closer to the outskirts of the volcano. Carlos Maria took up residence in La Cienega, resulting in the beginning of a long and meaningful friendship between the academic and Marquez de Maenza. The hacienda’s first guest was Sir Alexander von Humboldt, who stayed there whilst carrying out a series of investigations in 1802. Mariscal de Ayucucho, Antonio Jose de Sucre and several presidents of the republican period such as the first president of Ecuador, Juan Jose Flores, signed the important Treaty of La Cienega here in the hacienda. Gabriel Garcia Moreno, Leonidas Plaza Gutierrez and Jose Velasco Ibarra are historical figures of the country who have resided at the hacienda. In memory of those important figures, we, the present-day owners, welcome you to La Cienega and promise you an unforgettable experience here in our hotel hacienda surrounded by natural beautiful scenery in the heart of the Andes. LAS PALMERAS
A few miles north of the equator at 8,500 feet (2,800 meters), the valley has a climate of perpetual spring (daytime 65-75 F / 17-21 C; night time 55-60 F / 11-14 C). The sun rises on sometimes snow-capped Cotacachi (4,939 m / 16,298 ft) and sets on the sacred Imbabura mountain (4609 m / 15,210 ft). From such tranquility, it is just a brief downhill walk to the bustling indigenous markets of Otavalo. Tile-topped earthen walls contain an ever-blooming perennial garden with hibiscus, bougainvillea and a variety of other flowering plants and fruit trees, which attract hummingbirds, vermilion fly-catchers and a profusion of other native birds. The inn's thick adobe walls preserve the day's warmth for the cool mountain nights, and roaring eucalyptus log - fires provide a cozy atmosphere. For visitors to Otavalo's markets, our nearby restaurant makes a perfect stop for lunch, dinner or afternoon tea! Las Palmeras Inn, Otavalo - Accommodations & Amenities MANTELES
The natural environment and ecotourism come together in Hacienda Manteles. Along with the wonderful gardens surrounding the main house, the hacienda encompasses a 200 hectare area of protected primary forest, through which one can reach the entrance to the mystical Llanganates National Park. This forest, among other wonders, is home to an abundance of wild orchids, native to the area. For those who love mountain biking, horseback riding, hiking and trekking Hacienda Manteles offers the perfect setting, with a whole network of natural trails to really enjoy these activities. The surrounding peaks of the Andes provide the perfect back drop for an unforgettable visit. Initially Hacienda Manteles, hotel Ecuador, offered 10 rooms that were all original to the main hacienda. These quarters were first developed into guest rooms in 1992 and were again remodeled and refurbished in 2001. In 2006, 6 more rooms were developed at the hacienda to accommodate the increasing demand. We now offer 16 wonderfully decorated and cosy rooms to make our guests feel at home. From each of the rooms one can enjoy lovely views, be it along the gardens, looking up into the mountains or directly across to the Tungurahua Volcano. PINSAQUI
Constructed in 1790, Otavalo Hotel, Hacienda Pinsaquí was originally a colonial textile enterprise, employing over one thousand weavers and spinners. Many of Pinsaquí's fabrics were exported to the United States in the late 1800s where they first received international recognition. Over the centuries Pinsaquí has hosted numerous illustrious guests. Most famous of all is General Simón Bolívar, the revered liberator of Ecuador, who often spent the night at the hacienda on his trips to and from Bogotá, Colombia. Later in the nineteenth century, hacienda's walls witnessed the "Treaty of Pinsaquí", an historic peace agreement between Colombia and Ecuador. Hacienda Pinsaquí offers its guests:
In 1921 the Hacienda was purchased by General Leonidas Plaza Gutierrez, leader of the liberal Revolution. Plaza went on to become President of Ecuador in 1901 and again in 1912, a position which was to be held by his son Galo Plaza in 1948. The Hacienda has remained in the family to this day and is currently owned by the General's granddaughter, Mignon Plaza, whose father, the distinguished congressman and legendary amateur bullfighter, Jose María Plaza, played a pivotal role in politics throughout his life. This temple or palace was built around 1440 A.D. by one of the last Inca emperors, Huayna-Cápac, and to this day the remaining rooms prevail as a magnificent sample of the unique style of Inca construction. The site is currently being investigated by Dr. David Brown of the University of Texas, the funding of which was provided by the National Geographic Society. Previously unknown portions of Inca walls and foundations have been discovered throughout the restoration process of the house. ZULETA This Hacienda established in 1690 is located between 2870 and 3050 meters in the Andean mountains of Northern Ecuador and 110 kilometers north of Quito, the Hacienda can be reached within two hours from the capital. Transfers with english speaking guides from Quito or other places can be arranged with prior notice. Zuleta is a nineteen room estate with eleven rooms available to guests. Open only to a limited number of visitors per year, Zuleta hospitality retains an intimacy, warmth and sincerity reminiscent of a century past. Additionally, Zuleta offers a privacy rarely achieved in the 20th century. At Zuleta you are a guest of our family and you are welcomed as such. Our guestrooms have a fireplace, are decorated with antiques and hand-embroidered linens and have beautiful garden views. Every room has his private bathroom with bathtub. You will be invited to relax at your leisure in our cozy reading and living rooms, which have entertained their own entourage of famous visitors including past presidents and dignitaries. Today the working farm thrives under the supervision of former Ecuador President Galo Plaza’s descendants. The farm produces a wide range of products, including 5000 liters of milk per day, cheeses, barley, quinoa, potatoes, wheat, artichokes, organic vegetables, humus and wood and also boasts a wide variety of livestock, dairy cows, sheep and horses. Zuleta was opened to a limited number of guests about 10 years ago so that public may enjoy the many wonders it holds.Zuleta is as famous for its horses and riding program as it is for its history and hospitality. Riding has been a Plaza family tradition for over one hundred years, and today Zuleta reflects this equestrian affinity by boasting one of the most exclusive stables in Ecuador. Zuleta is also known for its Zuleteno horses which are a unique mixture of Spanish-Andalusian, Thoroughbred and Quarter horses. The outcome of this cross-breeding is a gentle, calm and robust Andean horse with a perfect disposition for trail riding. |
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