Margaret and Frank, the American owners, have done a fabulous job in decorating the hotel with wonderful handicrafts from Ecuador, Peru and Bolivia to create one of the prettiest hotels around Otavalo. There's also one of the nicest gift shops in town, which is filled with quality wares versus the same exact thing found in every booth in the Plaza de Ponchos market.

On Friday nights, there is live Andean music in the dining room for both hotel guests and the public to enjoy while trying out some of the delicious and imaginative fare. Ask for one of the rooms on the right side (on Calle Quito). there's less traffic noise there. Also, the hotel runs a foundation to aid the less fortunates local families. Ask Margaret to give you the run-down on where the donations go or visit their web site.

If you're keen for something a bit further outside the city (and a good bit quieter), but don't want to sacrifice the comfort and first-class service, then head to the owner's newest establishment: Ali Shungu Mountain Top Lodge.

Location:
Calle Quito y Miguel Egas
Otavalo, Ecuador

Hotel

This Hotel is: High End

Hotel Amenities, Services and Facilities Bar, 24-Hour Reception, Travel Info Desk, Lounge, Book Exchange - Free, Airport Pickup - Extra Charge, Parking - Free, Linens Included, 24-Hour Hot Water, Gift Shop, Wheelchair Accessible

Currencies accepted
US dollar

Getting There:
The hotel has a pickup service from the airport in Quito, or you can take a bus from the Quito bus terminal. They leave every 20 minutes and it's a lovely 2 hour ride. (No toilets on the buses, though!)

Room Prices:
Lower:$35
Higher:$48
Price Description:Prices include tax and service. Cash or traveler's checks only!

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