Hacienda La Alegría

Situated an hour south of Quito on the slopes of Corazón (“Heart”) Volcano, Hacienda La Alegría is in the heart of the “Avenue of the Volcanoes.” On a clear day, you can see not only Corazón but also four other volcanoes from the courtyard. Still a working organic farm (guests can participate in farm-related activities such as cow milking, etc. if they wish), La Alegría specializes in horses.

They offer a variety of tours, including a one-day trip (without lodging) for $75, a two-day overnight for $320, and longer multi-day trips for a variety of prices. All meals are included. Although La Alegría’s horseback excursions are more expensive than those you can find in a town like Baños, they take excellent care of their horses.

La Alegría also offers hiking, mountain biking and excursions to the nearby cloud forest. In addition, La Alegría hosts an annual summer camp for Ecuadorian children.

Simple bed and breakfast costs $55 per person, and full room and board is $180/person, with a horseback ride included. La Alegría only has space for 18 guests, so if you wish to visit, you may want to make reservations ahead of time.

Location:
Near Quito, Quito, Ecuador

Hotel

This Hotel is: High End

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

Getting There:
It's very close to the town of Aloag

Room Prices:
Lower:55 (standard bed and breakfast)
Higher:180 (all meals included)

Contact Information:
Phone: 593-9-980-2526/ 593-2-246-2319
E-mail: info(at)remove-this.alegriafarm.com
URL: www.haciendalaalegria.com/en/index.htm
Reservation URL: www.haciendalaalegria.com/en/Contact_Us/index.htm

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Created: 04 May 2005

Updated: 26 Mar 2008

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Reviews

Traveler Reviews of Hacienda La Alegría

we are waiting to go back soon

i liked everything

Traveler from England on Mar 30, 2006

we will come back

every horseback ride was marvelous

Traveler from florida on Mar 07, 2006

Estimado Gabriel Recibe priemeramente mi cordial saludo.te felicito por ...

Estimado Gabriel Recibe priemeramente mi cordial saludo.te felicito por tu pagina de internet.exelente quisiera pedirte información de le campamento vacacional para los chicos. mi David tiene 11 años,me gustaria ver la posibilidad de un cupo en tus campamnentos. si deseas dejara propaganda en el pan casero,estoy a tus ordenes. cordialmente Belisario Peña M.

Traveler from Club los chillos on Jun 30, 2005