Hacienda Primavera

Location:
Ecuador

Hotel

By Carrie Murphy

Hacienda Primavera is a gorgeous hacienda located in the El Choclo rainforest reserve. Owned by the same family for over 90 years, the hotel is located three hours northwest of Quito. The hacienda is a working ranch with horses, pigs, goats, cattle, llamas and donkeys, and is surrounded by a lush forest with prolific bird life. There are eight suites with exquisite views of the rainforest, all with private bathrooms and balconies. Because the hacienda is also an ecolodge, the proprietors make every effort to keep their hotel eco-friendly through organic recycling and other earth-conscious efforts. Hacienda Primavera offers gourmet meals daily, as well as such varied activities as horseback riding, whitewater rafting, Autoferro train rides, hiking, and the opportunity to participate in the day-to-day running of the hacienda.

Hotel Amenities, Services and Facilities Outdoor Swimming Pool, Spa

Contact Information:
Phone: 593-2-282-7129
URL: www.haciendaprimavera.com
Reservation URL: www.haciendaprimavera.com/

Traveler Reviews of Hacienda Primavera

What's not to like?

Rating: 100%

I suppose that there are equally fascinating jungle tours, other horses to ride, rivers to raft, dining as fine, accommodations as comfortable and service as attentive; but no place that we have ever been offers what the Hacienda Primavera delivers: itself. We found ourselves invariably drawn back to the patio encircling the building simply to absorb the 360 degree panorama continuously evolving before our eyes. The mountains and jungles are not distant vantages, but the neighborhood itself. And the very atmosphere, perfect temperature and humidity day and night, adds a sensual dimension that never cloys. My only complaint is that the pleasures of Hacienda Primavera have seriously affected our ability to enjoy the offerings of more earthly "paradises".

By V!VA User, Jan 30, 2006

Paradise, peace and parrots!!!!

Rating: 100%

My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our week in Paradise at the Hacienda. The service, food and hospitality were unexpectedly wonderful in such a seemingly isolated location. The birding was terrific, especially the green parrots starting and ending our days with their flights across the valley. There is plenty to do and explore, but floating peacefully in the fresh water pool was also incredible! The vistas go on forever. We would hardily recommend the Hacienda to our fellow world travelers without reservation.

By V!VA User from Thousand Oaks, California, Feb 08, 2006

I can't believe I was actually there!

Rating: 100%

The Hacienda Primavera was absolutely fabulous! The views were gorgeous, from every vantage point and changing daily. As an inexperienced rider, I was very comfortable on my horse and thrilled with the experience and seeing great waterfalls. The food was way more than expected with gourmet meals three times a day. The pool, our room, the hikes, the plants, the staff, the animals and the views made for a most enjoyable experience. Next time, I want to be the one under the waterfall!

By V!VA User from New York, Feb 13, 2006