Hacienda Primavera

Raved by travelers all over, Hacienda Primavera is a gorgeous eco-lodge tucked in the El Choclo rainforest reserve. The hotel, which has been owned by the same family for over 90 years, 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.The proprietors make every effort to keep their lodge eco-friendly through organic recycling and other earth-conscious efforts. The restaurant serves gourmet meals daily, using organic crops from the hacienda and local farms. The lodge can help organize local activities such as horseback riding, whitewater rafting, Autoferro train rides, hiking, and opportunities to participate in the day-to-day running of the hacienda.

Location:

Caserio "La Primavera"

Carchi - Ecuador

Hotel Types:
Boutique hotel, Boutique hotel, Comfort, interest in culture, family friendly, looking to relax, romantic , Eco lodge, Bienvenidos/as !!!!, Design hotel, Eco-friendly, Individual thatched cabins, Luxury hotel, Family-run guesthouse, Ecological inn, Small hotel in old colonial house

This Hotel is: Budget

Hotel Amenities, Services and Facilities , All Credit Cards Accepted, Restaurant, Bar, Breakfast Included, Laundry Service, Internet Facilities - Free, Internet Facilities - Charge, 24-Hour Reception, Travel Info Desk, Luggage Storage, Airport Pickup - Extra Charge, Parking - Free, Linens Included, Non-Smoking Rooms, 24-Hour Hot Water, Child-Friendly Facilities, Meeting facilities, Outdoor Swimming Pool, Spa, Room Service, Towels Included, Common Room, Telephone/Fax Facilities, Taxes Included in Price, Wifi

Credit cards accepted
American Express, Discover, MasterCard/Eurocard, Visa

Currencies accepted
US dollar, Euro

Getting There:

Three hours northwest from Quito, 12km from the Interoceanic Highway

Room Prices:
Lower:$66 (all-inclusive double or queen bed, meals, and guided hikes)
Higher:$83 (all-inclusive double or queen bed, meals, and guided hikes)
Price Description:

Three hours northwest from Quito, 12km from the Interoceanic Highway

Contact Information:
Phone: USA 914-217-9391 Local 593-6-264-9401
URL: www.haciendaprimavera.com
Reservation URL: www.haciendaprimavera.com/

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Reviews

Traveler Reviews of Hacienda Primavera

Heavenly!

A wonderful, intoxicating, breathtaking place.  There are no bad views.  The service is impeccable. The food enticingly wonderful.  The people friendly and accommodating. It is heavenly and one day I want to permanently move in!!!!!!!!

Traveler from California on Jul 19, 2009

I saw wildlife!

I don't know where the other reviewer got their information from, but I saw wildlife!! I have a video clip of the sloth we saw to prove it! Every day parrots would fly by the hacienda, at least twice a day. And you could hear the howler monkeys in the forests at sunset. I didn't see an anteater, but they are so rare! I imagine it is not hard to tell that I loved the whole place! It is so charming, the people and the food are wonderful! We went on fabulous hikes and horseback rides that ended up at spectacular waterfalls. I highly recommend it!I posted the video of the sloth here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FrWuDjl0SmM Enjoy!

Daniel Tristan from California, US on Jan 07, 2009

Local wildlife

The hacienda was great. It was beautiful, very clean, and the staff was wonderful. The chef is a super guitar player and sings well too. There was a major disappointment for me however. The hacienda's website touts having toucans, toucanets, parrots and the Andean Cock-of-the-Rock, plus the mantled howler monkey, two toed sloths, giant anteaters and armadillos in the area. I chose the location because I wanted to see wildlife. Upon arrival, I learned that none of these animals can be seen in the northern Andes, that they live only in the rainforest. I felt the website was misleading in this way.

Traveler from Pennsylvania on Aug 04, 2008

The best food

I had such a great time

Julie Esca from USA on Aug 23, 2007

I can't believe I was actually there!

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!

Traveler from New York on Feb 13, 2006

Paradise, peace and parrots!!!!

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.

Traveler from Thousand Oaks, California on Feb 08, 2006

Such a GREAT place!

I have travelled quite a bit, and can say for certain that my stay at Hacienda Primavera was better than anything I have ever experienced. The surroundings are breathtaking, the excursions are adventurous and suited for all ages and athletic abilities, the service is warm and friendly, and the food is always delicious. The trip from Quito is not short, but it's well worth it.

Traveler from New York, USA on Feb 06, 2006

What's not to like?

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".

Traveler on Jan 30, 2006

I finally found paradise

To be completely honest I can't list anything I disliked about the Hacienda Primavera. From the first moment I arrived I knew that I wouldn't be able to leave. I was there for three days and I knew I needed to spend more time there when I saw the number of activities I could do. When I went the second time, my stay was even better which is hard to imagine. I can't wait to go again!!!!

Traveler from New York on Jan 30, 2006