Hacienda Manteles

Location:
Baños, Ecuador

Hotel

By Christopher Minster

Located about a half-hour from Baños, Hacienda Manteles is an elegant, full service hostería. First constructed in 1580, Hacienda Manteles is one of the oldest in Ecuador. It is relatively small, with only ten rooms, each with private bath and hot water. Because of its location, Manteles is home to several species of hummingbirds and orchids.

There is an on-site restaurant, specializing in traditional cuisine.

One of the greatest advantages to Hacienda Manteles is its location. As it is close to Baños, it is also close to all of the activities that Baños has to offer, such as waterfalls, biking, jungle excursions, the market town of Salasaca, etc. The hacienda owns 250 acres of rainforest, and part of their profits goes to preservation. On a clear day, you can take a trip to La Cuchilla volcano observatory, from where it is possible to see five volcanoes: Tungurahua, Carihuayrazo, Chimborazo, Iliniza and Altar. The hacienda also offers activities such as horseback riding, bird watching and “agriculture day,” in which guests are encouraged to participate in the planting and care of local crops.

Breakfast is included, along with a welcome cocktail and coffee. Meals typically run from $8-12 per person and can be obtained at the restaurant.

This Hotel is: Expensive

Hotel Amenities, Services and Facilities Restaurant, Bar, Breakfast Included, Travel Info Desk, Lounge, Luggage Storage, Parking - Free, Child-Friendly Facilities

Room Prices:
Price Description:

$69 single

$99 triple

Rates vary depending on the room.

Plus 22% tax and service.

Breakfast is included, along with a welcome cocktail and coffee. Meals typically run from $8-12 per person and can be obtained at the restaurant.

Contact Information:
Phone: 593-9-871-5632
E-mail: info(at)remove-this.haciendamanteles.com
URL: www.haciendamanteles.com

Traveler Reviews of Hacienda Manteles

Wonderful Place

Rating: 100%

Loved the rustic environment; we had a wonderful time rappelling and canoeing. The staff was really friendly and made us feel at home. One of the best haciendas in Ecuador. Marcelo & Karina

By V!VA User from Ecuador, Dec 10, 2007

A must

Rating: 0%

For me and my family Hacienda Manteles was one of the best places we visited in Ecuador. The athmosphere was great, the personalized service we had was wanderful and the company of the owners was fantastic. We enjoyed all the activities and tours we did. I highly recommend visiting this beautiful Hacienda.

By V!VA User from Canada, Nov 06, 2007

Not Good Value

Rating: 50%

The hacienda is not worth the money. It is too rustic. If you are looking for luxury, this is not your hacienda. Much too loud. Not enough staff to provide service to a full house. The food is simply average.

By V!VA User from USA, Oct 15, 2007

One Enchanted Evening

Rating: 0%

Our family stumbled onto this place by accident on the internet and what a wonderful surprise. We spent an enchanted evening watching Tungurahua erupt from the window of the beautiful house at the hacienda. The owners, Cesar and Guadalupe, were such great hosts that even after being there for just a few days it was hard to leave. The grounds are beautiful, there are great walks and hikes around the area, and most of all the natural landscape and beauty of the cloud forest can be enjoyed from the hacienda without distractions. We enjoyed our stay and hope to return some day. The Smith Family.

By V!VA User from Safford, Arizona USA, Jun 27, 2006

Unforgettable Holiday

Rating: 100%

I really enjoyed being attended by the owners of the Hacienda. They are really nice people who made our stay unforgettable. The food was excellent, as well as the service.

By V!VA User from Quito, Ecuador, Mar 21, 2006