Offering garden views, Hostal el Vaquero in Chugchilán features accommodations, a fitness center, a garden, a bar, and a shared lounge. With mountain views, this accommodation provides a balcony. The bed and breakfast also offers free Wifi, free private parking, and facilities for disabled guests. At the bed and breakfast, all units are equipped with a desk. A microwave, a fridge, and minibar are also offered, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the bed and breakfast, units are equipped with bed linen and towels. An American, vegetarian, or vegan breakfast is available every morning at the property. Guests may eat at the on-site restaurant, while packed lunches are also available upon request. Sightseeing tours are available in the vicinity. Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy cycling and hiking nearby, or make the most of the sun terrace. Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport is 122 miles from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Breakfast Info

Vegetarian, Vegan, American

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 bunk bed
2 twin beds
1 queen bed
1 full bed
and
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.5
Free Wifi
7.5

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Steven
    United States of America United States of America
    We arrived later than expected, so we’re unable to partake of the pleasant lounge area they had which seemed to encourage visitors to fellowship. The rooms were quite nice, the dining area and breakfast good. The setting was beautiful. The staff...
  • Nathan
    United States of America United States of America
    Great location. Great views. The family who runs this place are amazing. Try the zip line!
  • Jessica
    United States of America United States of America
    Peaceful location. The hosts are amazing and kind. Beds were warm and comfortable.
  • אנונימי
    Israel Israel
    The staff was very nice, the room was big and spacious.we got the room with external windows which was very nice. The shower was very hot and spacious. Vegetarian food was good and with nice portions. Location - a bit out of town, but directly on...
  • Natalia
    United States of America United States of America
    Everything was great! Delicious breakfast and dinner, amazing view, best hot shower in Ecuador, great stuff and very clean room Surprisingly I was all alone in the entire hotel. Highly recommend this place!
  • Anthony
    United States of America United States of America
    "Turkish Bath/Spa" "View" "Food" "Service" "Rooms"
  • Dominik
    Germany Germany
    Easy Check in and super friendly host. Great diner, where Victor met our needs as we are fructose intolerance. Bed was comfy, shower was good. Great location final stage of the Quilotoa Loop starts at the hostel. Breakfast was amazing, especially...
  • Richard
    United States of America United States of America
    Amazing view, quiet. Friendly staff, comfortable beds
  • Lorna
    United States of America United States of America
    Super nice hosts. Good food. Great view of the canyon. Interesting decor. Alpacas in the yard!
  • Leah
    United States of America United States of America
    Incredible views and really great staff, the dinner was amazing, they accommodated my vegetarian diet. Room was comfortable, great wifi, and the shower had hot water.

Host Info

Company review score: 9.8Based on 313 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

It is a familiar place and they will receive you with love and kindness.

Property info

You will find the Hostal "El Vaquero" in the town of Chugchilan. With its Sauna, Turkish bath and swimming pool and also located in nature, you can find tranquility and peace. It is a perfect place for a rest with garden, hammocks and its beautiful view to the Toachi canyon. For dinner at 7:00 p.m. we serve a menu with typical food and alo if you want a vegetarian option. After a night in warm and comfortable beds we spoil you with a rich continental breakfast.

Neighborhood info

It is the perfect place to relax during the Trekk to the Quilotoa Lagoon or to the Toachi Canyon. You can explore nature and the mountains on foot, by bicycle or with horse. At 200m there is the Country Bar. There is also a cheese factory or a cloud forest and many trails.

Languages Spoken

English,Spanish

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurante #1
    • Cuisine
      Local

Amenities of Hostal el Vaquero
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Fitness center
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free Wifi
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Walk-in closet

View

  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Horseback riding
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Playground

Living Area

  • Dining area
  • Desk

Food & Drink

  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Valet parking

Front Desk Services

  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Books, DVDs or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles

Cleaning Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

General

  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms

Accessibility

  • Hearing accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Entire unit located on ground floor

Spa

  • Steam room
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
    Additional charge

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

House rules
Hostal el Vaquero takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Check-out
From 5:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 10 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.

FAQs about Hostal el Vaquero

  • Room options at Hostal el Vaquero include:

    • Bed in Dorm
    • Twin
    • Double
    • Triple
    • Twin/Double
  • Hostal el Vaquero offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Fitness center
    • Sauna
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Playground
    • Steam room
    • Horseback riding
  • Check-in at Hostal el Vaquero is from 7:00 AM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Hostal el Vaquero has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurante #1
  • Hostal el Vaquero is 1,950 feet from the center of Chugchilán. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Hostal el Vaquero may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Guests staying at Hostal el Vaquero can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • American