Playa Escondida - Ecological Retreat

Location:
Nr.Tonchigue
Esmeraldas (City), Ecuador

Hotel

V!VA User‘s Description

Playa Escondida is located in a beautiful bay. The words "Playa Escondida" mean hideaway beach, indeed, it is way off the beaten track with the closest town 14kms away. The ecological refuge based here is large - 100 hectares. There is a commitment to protecting the flora and fauna from local hunters, logging, cattle and shrimp farming and commercial tourism.

The retreat currently has capacity for thirty people. There is a camping area with plenty of shade, with showers. There are no cooking facilities, but small campfires are allowed.

Currencies accepted
US Dollar

Getting There:
From Quito it is possible to take Tame Airlines to the city of Esmeraldas on the coast. Then grab a cab to km. 14, via Tonchigue-Punta Galera. Watch for the sign just 3 kms past Tonchigue to ensure that you don´t miss the abrupt right hand turn towards P

Room Prices:
Lower:$5
Higher:$36
Price Description:It is possible to camp for $5 per person, per night, including tax. Room prices range from $10-$15 per person in the low season to $20-$36 plus tax in the high season.

Contact Information:
Phone: 062-733122, 062-733106, 096-318836, 099203001
E-mail: judithbarett(at)remove-this.hotmail.com
URL: www.ecuadorexplorer.com/playaescondida/

Traveler Reviews of Playa Escondida - Ecological Retreat

Great!

Rating: 100%

A great place to get away from it all! Well-designed hostel, great food, remote atmosphere.

By Nili Larish, Jan 18, 2008

Very Peaceful

Rating: 0%

I camped here for 3 days. It was very peaceful, not a lot of people. It was nice to have space to yourself on the beach, unlike nearby crowded Atacames. The restaurant has good food, but the service tends to be a tad bit slow.

By V!VA User from Minnesota, USA, May 11, 2007

Playa Escondida

Rating: 100%

Swiss Family Robinson atmosphere with 5Star seafood, casual, indigenous feeling.

By V!VA User from USA, Apr 12, 2007