{"id":69925,"date":"2025-09-05T12:14:18","date_gmt":"2025-09-05T14:14:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/?p=69925"},"modified":"2025-09-05T12:14:22","modified_gmt":"2025-09-05T14:14:22","slug":"best-places-to-stay-in-banos-ecuador","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/best-places-to-stay-in-banos-ecuador\/","title":{"rendered":"THE 10 Best Places to Stay in Ba\u00f1os Ecuador"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>When my friends and I were deciding where to stay in Ba\u00f1os Ecuador, it became obvious that we needed to make a decision first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Did we want to book one of the places stay in Ba\u00f1os town, with easy access to hot springs and restaurants? Or would we rather book a Ba\u00f1os hotel tucked into nature, even if it meant taking a taxi to get around?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The answer is &#8211; it all depends on what kind of experience you want. So I\u2019ve organized this guide into two sections: one for hotels in Ba\u00f1os centro and one for places in nature where the scenery steals the show. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your ideal place to stay in Ba\u00f1os might just surprise you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"771\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/waterfall-view-hotel-banos-ecuador-1024x771.jpg\" alt=\"A cozy terrace at one of the hotels in Ba\u00f1os Ecuador features ornate wooden armchairs with blue cushions, a small table, and a scenic view of a green mountain slope and waterfall in the distance.\" class=\"wp-image-70004\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/waterfall-view-hotel-banos-ecuador-1024x771.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/waterfall-view-hotel-banos-ecuador-664x500.jpg 664w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/waterfall-view-hotel-banos-ecuador-250x188.jpg 250w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/waterfall-view-hotel-banos-ecuador-768x578.jpg 768w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/waterfall-view-hotel-banos-ecuador.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_702bf0-06, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_702bf0-06[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_702bf0-06\"]{font-size:16px;line-height:21px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_702bf0-06 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_702bf0-06[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_702bf0-06\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_702bf0-06, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_702bf0-06[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_702bf0-06\"]{font-size:14px;line-height:19px;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_702bf0-06, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_702bf0-06[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_702bf0-06\"]{font-size:11px;line-height:15px;}}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading_702bf0-06 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-5-color has-text-color has-theme-palette-7-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_702bf0-06\"><em>This article may contain affiliate links. This means if you click a link on my website and make a purchase, <em>I earn a commission at no additional cost to you<\/em>. For full information, please see my <\/em><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/affiliate-disclosure\/\" target=\"_blank\"><em>disclaimer<\/em><\/a><em>&nbsp;here<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id69925_bb3790-59 .kb-table-of-content-wrap{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id69925_bb3790-59 .kb-table-of-contents-title-wrap{padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id69925_bb3790-59 .kb-table-of-contents-title{font-weight:regular;font-style:normal;}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id69925_bb3790-59 .kb-table-of-content-wrap .kb-table-of-content-list{font-weight:regular;font-style:normal;margin-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;}<\/style>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to Stay in Ba\u00f1os Town<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Staying in Ba\u00f1os centro means you\u2019re never far from the action. It\u2019s a quick walk for a morning soak in the thermal baths, a stroll to dinner, or to hop on a chiva bus for an adventure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The town is compact and walkable, though it gets busy on weekends. My favorite area to stay is near the base of the mountain where Cascada de la Virgen flows (<a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/K8DYS4rL6KqLq58q9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">map<\/a>). It&#8217;s quiet, convenient, and home to some of the most charming hotels in Ba\u00f1os \u2014 several of which feature a direct view of the waterfall from your balcony.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Hotel De Mi Pueblo\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/hotel-de-mi-pueblo\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Hotel De Mi Pueblo<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column69925_dfd6f8-fd > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:15px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:15px;padding-left:20px;}.kadence-column69925_dfd6f8-fd > .kt-inside-inner-col{box-shadow:0px 9px 20px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);}.kadence-column69925_dfd6f8-fd > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column69925_dfd6f8-fd > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column69925_dfd6f8-fd > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column69925_dfd6f8-fd > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column69925_dfd6f8-fd > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column69925_dfd6f8-fd > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column69925_dfd6f8-fd{position:relative;}.kadence-column69925_dfd6f8-fd, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column69925_dfd6f8-fd:not(.specificity){margin-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column69925_dfd6f8-fd > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column69925_dfd6f8-fd > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column69925_dfd6f8-fd kb-section-dir-vertical inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kb-row-layout-id69925_39b8a4-37 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id69925_39b8a4-37 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id69925_39b8a4-37 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:0px;padding-bottom:0px;grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id69925_39b8a4-37 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id69925_39b8a4-37 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id69925_39b8a4-37 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id69925_39b8a4-37 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column69925_9818d0-4e > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column69925_9818d0-4e > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column69925_9818d0-4e > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column69925_9818d0-4e > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column69925_9818d0-4e > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column69925_9818d0-4e > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column69925_9818d0-4e{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column69925_9818d0-4e > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column69925_9818d0-4e > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column69925_9818d0-4e\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">\ud83d\udcb5 <strong>Avg. Rate: <\/strong>$$<br>\u2b50 <strong>Amenities:<\/strong> In-room jetted tubs, kitchen access, rooftop terrace with waterfall views<br>\u27a1\ufe0f <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Hotel De Mi Pueblo\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/hotel-de-mi-pueblo\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Read reviews and book a room at Hotel De Mi Pueblo<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"770\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/jetted-tub-room-hotel-banos-ecuador-1024x770.jpg\" alt=\"Inviting hotel room featuring a private in-room jacuzzi, modern decor, and large windows with lush mountain views at Hotel Mi Pueblo, one of the best places to stay in Ba\u00f1os, Ecuador.\" class=\"wp-image-70164\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/jetted-tub-room-hotel-banos-ecuador-1024x770.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/jetted-tub-room-hotel-banos-ecuador-665x500.jpg 665w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/jetted-tub-room-hotel-banos-ecuador-250x188.jpg 250w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/jetted-tub-room-hotel-banos-ecuador-768x577.jpg 768w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/jetted-tub-room-hotel-banos-ecuador.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Hotel De Mi Pueblo is a family-run hotel just steps from the thermal pools and Cascada de la Virgen. Several of the rooms open to a balcony with a waterfall view that will quickly become one of the highlights of your stay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Guests consistently praise the owners, Carla and Juan, for their warm and attentive hospitality. The rooms each have a distinct personality thanks to hand-painted doors that Carla designed with scenes of Ecuador.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"770\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/bathroom-hotel-banos-ecuador-770x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Modern hotel bathroom with a vessel sink, round brass mirror, and a walk-in glass shower, overlooking the scenic views from Hotel Mi Pueblo, one of the best places to stay in Ba\u00f1os, Ecuador.\" class=\"wp-image-70162\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/bathroom-hotel-banos-ecuador-770x1024.jpg 770w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/bathroom-hotel-banos-ecuador-376x500.jpg 376w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/bathroom-hotel-banos-ecuador-188x250.jpg 188w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/bathroom-hotel-banos-ecuador-768x1021.jpg 768w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/bathroom-hotel-banos-ecuador-1155x1536.jpg 1155w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/bathroom-hotel-banos-ecuador.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Reviews also highlight the strong Wi-Fi, generous breakfast, and the convenience of having access to a kitchen. Tucked on a quiet street at the edge of town, <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Hotel De Mi Pueblo\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/hotel-de-mi-pueblo\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Hotel De Mi Pueblo<\/a> offers an easy walk to the main attractions without the noise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Hotel Agave Ba\u00f1os\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/hotel-agave-banos\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Hotel Agave Ba\u00f1os<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column69925_67aca6-88 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:15px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:15px;padding-left:20px;}.kadence-column69925_67aca6-88 > .kt-inside-inner-col{box-shadow:0px 9px 20px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);}.kadence-column69925_67aca6-88 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column69925_67aca6-88 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column69925_67aca6-88 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column69925_67aca6-88 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column69925_67aca6-88 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column69925_67aca6-88 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column69925_67aca6-88{position:relative;}.kadence-column69925_67aca6-88, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column69925_67aca6-88:not(.specificity){margin-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column69925_67aca6-88 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column69925_67aca6-88 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column69925_67aca6-88 kb-section-dir-vertical inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kb-row-layout-id69925_79d839-26 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id69925_79d839-26 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id69925_79d839-26 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:0px;padding-bottom:0px;grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id69925_79d839-26 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id69925_79d839-26 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id69925_79d839-26 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id69925_79d839-26 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column69925_86a489-f9 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column69925_86a489-f9 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column69925_86a489-f9 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column69925_86a489-f9 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column69925_86a489-f9 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column69925_86a489-f9 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column69925_86a489-f9{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column69925_86a489-f9 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column69925_86a489-f9 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column69925_86a489-f9\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">\ud83d\udcb5 <strong>Avg. Rate:<\/strong> $$<br>\u2b50 <strong>Amenities:<\/strong> Rooftop terrace, private parking, American breakfast, tour desk<br>\u27a1\ufe0f <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Hotel Agave Ba\u00f1os\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/hotel-agave-banos\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Read reviews and book a room at Hotel Agave<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Hotel Agave is a stylish boutique hotel in the heart of the town. The rooftop terrace is a standout for morning coffee or breakfast with a view.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Guests consistently praise the friendly staff, delicious breakfast, and spacious rooms. Keep in mind that some rooms face the street and can be noisy, but ear plugs are provided and most travelers say it\u2019s a fair trade for the location.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re after modern comfort with thoughtful design touches steps from the center, <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Hotel Agave Ba\u00f1os\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/hotel-agave-banos\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Hotel Agave<\/a> delivers without feeling impersonal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Sangay Spa Hotel Banos\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/sangay-spa-hotel-banos\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Sangay Spa Hotel<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column69925_1d0fbe-0d > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:15px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:15px;padding-left:20px;}.kadence-column69925_1d0fbe-0d > .kt-inside-inner-col{box-shadow:0px 9px 20px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);}.kadence-column69925_1d0fbe-0d > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column69925_1d0fbe-0d > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column69925_1d0fbe-0d > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column69925_1d0fbe-0d > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column69925_1d0fbe-0d > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column69925_1d0fbe-0d > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column69925_1d0fbe-0d{position:relative;}.kadence-column69925_1d0fbe-0d, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column69925_1d0fbe-0d:not(.specificity){margin-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column69925_1d0fbe-0d > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column69925_1d0fbe-0d > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column69925_1d0fbe-0d kb-section-dir-vertical inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kb-row-layout-id69925_0fb0bb-d6 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id69925_0fb0bb-d6 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id69925_0fb0bb-d6 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:0px;padding-bottom:0px;grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id69925_0fb0bb-d6 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id69925_0fb0bb-d6 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id69925_0fb0bb-d6 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id69925_0fb0bb-d6 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column69925_298117-9e > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column69925_298117-9e > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column69925_298117-9e > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column69925_298117-9e > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column69925_298117-9e > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column69925_298117-9e > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column69925_298117-9e{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column69925_298117-9e > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column69925_298117-9e > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column69925_298117-9e\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">\ud83d\udcb5 <strong>Avg. Rate:<\/strong> $$$$<br>\u2b50 <strong>Amenities:<\/strong> Spa with Ayurvedic treatments, hydrotherapy pools, sauna, Turkish bath, waterfall views, on-site restaurant<br>\u27a1\ufe0f <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Sangay Spa Hotel Banos\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/sangay-spa-hotel-banos\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Read reviews and book a room at Sangay Spa Hotel<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"770\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/sangay-hotel-banos-ecuador-1024x770.jpg\" alt=\"Impressive colonial-style hotel with arched windows, manicured lawns, and mountain views in the background. This upscale hotel stands out among the best places to stay in Ba\u00f1os, Ecuador.\" class=\"wp-image-70169\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/sangay-hotel-banos-ecuador-1024x770.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/sangay-hotel-banos-ecuador-665x500.jpg 665w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/sangay-hotel-banos-ecuador-250x188.jpg 250w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/sangay-hotel-banos-ecuador-768x577.jpg 768w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/sangay-hotel-banos-ecuador.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Sangay is a luxurious hotel located right across from the thermal pools and Cascada de la Virgen. It\u2019s a solid choice if you want resort-style amenities without leaving the center of town.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id69925_4247e0-01 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id69925_4247e0-01 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id69925_4247e0-01 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}.kb-row-layout-id69925_4247e0-01 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id69925_4247e0-01 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id69925_4247e0-01 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id69925_4247e0-01 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-2-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column69925_bc2cb7-38 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column69925_bc2cb7-38 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column69925_bc2cb7-38 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column69925_bc2cb7-38 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column69925_bc2cb7-38 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column69925_bc2cb7-38 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column69925_bc2cb7-38{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column69925_bc2cb7-38 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column69925_bc2cb7-38 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column69925_bc2cb7-38\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"770\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/lobby-sangay-hotel-banos-ecuador-1024x770.jpg\" alt=\"The lobby at Sangay Hotel, one of the best places to stay in Ba\u00f1os features contemporary furniture, polished tile floors, and a decorative bonsai garden centerpiece.\" class=\"wp-image-70165\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/lobby-sangay-hotel-banos-ecuador-1024x770.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/lobby-sangay-hotel-banos-ecuador-665x500.jpg 665w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/lobby-sangay-hotel-banos-ecuador-250x188.jpg 250w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/lobby-sangay-hotel-banos-ecuador-768x577.jpg 768w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/lobby-sangay-hotel-banos-ecuador.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column69925_a17b0c-43 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column69925_a17b0c-43 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column69925_a17b0c-43 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column69925_a17b0c-43 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column69925_a17b0c-43 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column69925_a17b0c-43 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column69925_a17b0c-43{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column69925_a17b0c-43 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column69925_a17b0c-43 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column69925_a17b0c-43\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"771\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/restaurant-hotel-places-to-stay-banos-ecuador-1024x771.jpg\" alt=\"Elegant dining room at Sangay Hotel in Ba\u00f1os, Ecuador features blue velvet chairs, stone walls, and chandeliers, offering a refined experience.\" class=\"wp-image-70168\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/restaurant-hotel-places-to-stay-banos-ecuador-1024x771.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/restaurant-hotel-places-to-stay-banos-ecuador-664x500.jpg 664w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/restaurant-hotel-places-to-stay-banos-ecuador-250x188.jpg 250w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/restaurant-hotel-places-to-stay-banos-ecuador-768x578.jpg 768w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/restaurant-hotel-places-to-stay-banos-ecuador.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The hotel includes hydrotherapy pools, a sauna, Turkish bath, and a range of highly praised Ayurvedic spa treatments. Reviews also highlight the attentive staff, the peaceful setting, and the varied breakfast buffet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking for comfort and wellness without leaving town, <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Sangay Spa Hotel Banos\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/sangay-spa-hotel-banos\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Sangay Spa Hotel<\/a> is one of the best hotels in Ba\u00f1os.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"La Posada Del Arte Banos\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/la-posada-del-arte-banos\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">La Posada Del Arte<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column69925_7ff1dd-0d > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:15px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:15px;padding-left:20px;}.kadence-column69925_7ff1dd-0d > .kt-inside-inner-col{box-shadow:0px 9px 20px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);}.kadence-column69925_7ff1dd-0d > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column69925_7ff1dd-0d > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column69925_7ff1dd-0d > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column69925_7ff1dd-0d > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column69925_7ff1dd-0d > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column69925_7ff1dd-0d > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column69925_7ff1dd-0d{position:relative;}.kadence-column69925_7ff1dd-0d, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column69925_7ff1dd-0d:not(.specificity){margin-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column69925_7ff1dd-0d > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column69925_7ff1dd-0d > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column69925_7ff1dd-0d kb-section-dir-vertical inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kb-row-layout-id69925_e0442e-77 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id69925_e0442e-77 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id69925_e0442e-77 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:0px;padding-bottom:0px;grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id69925_e0442e-77 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id69925_e0442e-77 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id69925_e0442e-77 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id69925_e0442e-77 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column69925_e9795b-b7 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column69925_e9795b-b7 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column69925_e9795b-b7 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column69925_e9795b-b7 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column69925_e9795b-b7 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column69925_e9795b-b7 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column69925_e9795b-b7{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column69925_e9795b-b7 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column69925_e9795b-b7 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column69925_e9795b-b7\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">\ud83d\udcb5 <strong>Avg. Rate:<\/strong> $$<br>\u2b50 <strong>Amenities:<\/strong> restaurant and bar, rooftop terrace with waterfall views, garden courtyard<br>\u27a1\ufe0f <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"La Posada Del Arte Banos\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/la-posada-del-arte-banos\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Read reviews and book a room at La Posada Del Arte<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>La Posada Del Arte is a cozy hotel with a quiet atmosphere, even though it\u2019s a short walk to the center of town.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"770\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/places-to-stay-banos-ecuador-1024x770.jpg\" alt=\"Charming exterior of La Posada del Arte, one of the best places to stay in Ba\u00f1os, Ecuador, with vibrant yellow walls, red-tiled roof, and flower-filled balconies, set against the misty mountains.\" class=\"wp-image-70166\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/places-to-stay-banos-ecuador-1024x770.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/places-to-stay-banos-ecuador-665x500.jpg 665w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/places-to-stay-banos-ecuador-250x188.jpg 250w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/places-to-stay-banos-ecuador-768x577.jpg 768w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/places-to-stay-banos-ecuador.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It strikes a balance between design and location, with hammocks and balconies that offer partial views of Cascada de la Virgen and a rooftop terrace where you can take in the surrounding scenery.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"865\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/posada-del-arte-hotel-banos-ecuador-865x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Bright courtyard garden with blooming plants, blue-painted guesthouse, and relaxing lounge chairs under umbrellas at Posada del Arte, a great option for travelers wondering where to stay in Ba\u00f1os, Ecuador.\" class=\"wp-image-70167\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/posada-del-arte-hotel-banos-ecuador-865x1024.jpg 865w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/posada-del-arte-hotel-banos-ecuador-422x500.jpg 422w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/posada-del-arte-hotel-banos-ecuador-211x250.jpg 211w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/posada-del-arte-hotel-banos-ecuador-768x909.jpg 768w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/posada-del-arte-hotel-banos-ecuador.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 865px) 100vw, 865px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Artwork decorates nearly every corner, giving the hotel personality without feeling forced. And the included breakfast earns consistent praise. A few reviews mention compact rooms or bathrooms, but that\u2019s part of the cozy, creative charm of <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"La Posada Del Arte Banos\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/la-posada-del-arte-banos\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">staying at La Posada Del Arte.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Hostal Timara Banos\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/hostal-timara-banos\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Hostal Timara<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column69925_eb5635-0c > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:15px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:15px;padding-left:20px;}.kadence-column69925_eb5635-0c > .kt-inside-inner-col{box-shadow:0px 9px 20px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);}.kadence-column69925_eb5635-0c > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column69925_eb5635-0c > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column69925_eb5635-0c > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column69925_eb5635-0c > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column69925_eb5635-0c > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column69925_eb5635-0c > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column69925_eb5635-0c{position:relative;}.kadence-column69925_eb5635-0c, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column69925_eb5635-0c:not(.specificity){margin-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column69925_eb5635-0c > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column69925_eb5635-0c > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column69925_eb5635-0c kb-section-dir-vertical inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kb-row-layout-id69925_2c01c5-d0 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id69925_2c01c5-d0 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id69925_2c01c5-d0 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:0px;padding-bottom:0px;grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id69925_2c01c5-d0 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id69925_2c01c5-d0 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id69925_2c01c5-d0 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id69925_2c01c5-d0 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column69925_db8da6-20 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column69925_db8da6-20 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column69925_db8da6-20 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column69925_db8da6-20 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column69925_db8da6-20 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column69925_db8da6-20 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column69925_db8da6-20{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column69925_db8da6-20 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column69925_db8da6-20 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column69925_db8da6-20\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">\ud83d\udcb5 <strong>Avg. Rate:<\/strong> $<br>\u2b50 <strong>Amenities:<\/strong> drinking water, shared kitchen, garden courtyard<br>\u27a1\ufe0f <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Hostal Timara Banos\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/hostal-timara-banos\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Read reviews and book a room at Hostal Timara<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Hostal Timara is a budget-friendly choice that\u2019s also conveniently located. This family run hostel in Ba\u00f1os offers comfortable rooms with a shared kitchen, cozy common area, and garden courtyard.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Plus the accommodating hosts earn frequent praise. Some guests note that Wi\u2011Fi can be spotty and showers occasionally run lukewarm\u2014but that\u2019s often expected at this price point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for a private room with the perk of being around fellow travelers, then <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Hostal Timara Banos\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/hostal-timara-banos\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Hostal Timara<\/a> is for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Places to Stay in Ba\u00f1os Outside of Town<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Staying outside of town offers a deeper connection to the natural beauty that surrounds Ba\u00f1os. Many of these properties are nestled near rivers, waterfalls, and the lush landscapes that lead toward Sangay National Park and the Ruta de las Cascadas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll trade walkability for fresh air, mountain views, and the kind of quiet that makes it easy to unwind. From forest hideaways to spa-style retreats, these Ba\u00f1os hotels are a great place to stay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"770\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/landscape-waterfall-route-banos-1024x770.jpg\" alt=\"A sweeping view of a green valley dotted with small houses, with steep mountain ridges framing the background along the Ruta de las Cascadas near Ba\u00f1os.\" class=\"wp-image-70071\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/landscape-waterfall-route-banos-1024x770.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/landscape-waterfall-route-banos-665x500.jpg 665w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/landscape-waterfall-route-banos-250x188.jpg 250w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/landscape-waterfall-route-banos-768x577.jpg 768w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/landscape-waterfall-route-banos.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Luna Volc\u00e1n Adventure Spa Banos\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/luna-volcan-adventure-spa-banos\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Luna Volc\u00e1n Adventure Spa<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column69925_ddb11a-d2 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:15px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:15px;padding-left:20px;}.kadence-column69925_ddb11a-d2 > .kt-inside-inner-col{box-shadow:0px 9px 20px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);}.kadence-column69925_ddb11a-d2 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column69925_ddb11a-d2 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column69925_ddb11a-d2 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column69925_ddb11a-d2 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column69925_ddb11a-d2 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column69925_ddb11a-d2 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column69925_ddb11a-d2{position:relative;}.kadence-column69925_ddb11a-d2, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column69925_ddb11a-d2:not(.specificity){margin-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column69925_ddb11a-d2 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, 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1rem);}.kadence-column69925_fa7d34-52 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column69925_fa7d34-52 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column69925_fa7d34-52 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column69925_fa7d34-52{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column69925_fa7d34-52 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column69925_fa7d34-52 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column69925_fa7d34-52\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">\ud83d\udcb5 <strong>Avg. Rate:<\/strong> $$$$<br>\u2b50 <strong>Amenities:<\/strong> Infinity pools, hydrotherapy spa, private terraces, fireplaces, on-site hiking trails, restaurant with panoramic views<br>\u27a1\ufe0f <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Luna Volc\u00e1n Adventure Spa Banos\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/luna-volcan-adventure-spa-banos\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Read reviews and book a room at Luna Volc\u00e1n<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking for a relaxing place to stay and soak in the views, Luna Volc\u00e1n is it. Perched above the town, it offers sweeping vistas of the surrounding mountains from nearly every corner, including your private terrace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rooms feature panoramic windows and a fireplace to keep cozy. Some also include a jetted tub or private terrace for an even more luxurious experience. Guests find the included breakfast and dinner convenient, especially since the property isn\u2019t walkable to town.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The price is higher than most Ba\u00f1os hotels but for many travelers, the peaceful setting and all-inclusive feel make it worth the splurge. <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Luna Volc\u00e1n Adventure Spa Banos\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/luna-volcan-adventure-spa-banos\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Luna Volc\u00e1n Adventure Spa<\/a> is the kind of stay that turns a Ba\u00f1os trip into a full-on retreat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"La Casa Verde Eco Guest House Banos\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/la-casa-verde-eco-guest-house-banos\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">La Casa Verde Eco Guest House<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column69925_7a56d7-73 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:15px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:15px;padding-left:20px;}.kadence-column69925_7a56d7-73 > .kt-inside-inner-col{box-shadow:0px 9px 20px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);}.kadence-column69925_7a56d7-73 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column69925_7a56d7-73 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column69925_7a56d7-73 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column69925_7a56d7-73 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column69925_7a56d7-73 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column69925_7a56d7-73 > 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class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column69925_7a56d7-73 kb-section-dir-vertical inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kb-row-layout-id69925_31d511-d3 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id69925_31d511-d3 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id69925_31d511-d3 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:0px;padding-bottom:0px;grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id69925_31d511-d3 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id69925_31d511-d3 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id69925_31d511-d3 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id69925_31d511-d3 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column69925_b7e7a8-8c > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column69925_b7e7a8-8c > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column69925_b7e7a8-8c > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column69925_b7e7a8-8c > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column69925_b7e7a8-8c > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column69925_b7e7a8-8c > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column69925_b7e7a8-8c{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column69925_b7e7a8-8c > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column69925_b7e7a8-8c > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column69925_b7e7a8-8c\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">\ud83d\udcb5 <strong>Avg. Rate:<\/strong> $<br>\u2b50 <strong>Amenities:<\/strong> Organic breakfast, balconies with hammocks, eco-conscious design, mountain and river views, garden lounge<br>\u27a1\ufe0f <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"La Casa Verde Eco Guest House Banos\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/la-casa-verde-eco-guest-house-banos\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Read reviews and book a room at La Casa Verde<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>La Casa Verde is a family-run guest house surrounded by greenery and designed with sustainability in mind. The peaceful and secluded setting on the river is ideal for travelers looking to unwind and enjoy nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of the rooms feature a balcony with a hammock that overlooks the river. There are no TVs and that\u2019s the point. Guests love the hearty organic breakfast and the care the owners put into every detail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For a laid-back, eco-friendly place to stay near Ba\u00f1os, <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"La Casa Verde Eco Guest House Banos\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/la-casa-verde-eco-guest-house-banos\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">La Casa Verde Eco Guest House<\/a> is an affordable option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"770\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/stream-cascada-banos-ecuador-1024x770.jpg\" alt=\"Overhead view of a small stream with clear water rushing through rocks and dense vegetation along the Ruta de las Cascadas in Ba\u00f1os, Ecuador.\" class=\"wp-image-70083\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/stream-cascada-banos-ecuador-1024x770.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/stream-cascada-banos-ecuador-665x500.jpg 665w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/stream-cascada-banos-ecuador-250x188.jpg 250w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/stream-cascada-banos-ecuador-768x577.jpg 768w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/stream-cascada-banos-ecuador.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Mama Tungu Hostel Banos\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/mama-tungu-hostel-banos\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Mama Tungu Hostel<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column69925_268b11-a3 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:15px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:15px;padding-left:20px;}.kadence-column69925_268b11-a3 > .kt-inside-inner-col{box-shadow:0px 9px 20px 0px rgba(0, 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.kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id69925_0cd48c-0d > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id69925_0cd48c-0d > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:0px;padding-bottom:0px;grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id69925_0cd48c-0d > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id69925_0cd48c-0d > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id69925_0cd48c-0d > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id69925_0cd48c-0d alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column69925_ac92d2-aa > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column69925_ac92d2-aa > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column69925_ac92d2-aa > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column69925_ac92d2-aa > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column69925_ac92d2-aa > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column69925_ac92d2-aa > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column69925_ac92d2-aa{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column69925_ac92d2-aa > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column69925_ac92d2-aa > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column69925_ac92d2-aa\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">\ud83d\udcb5 <strong>Avg. Rate:<\/strong> $$<br>\u2b50 <strong>Amenities:<\/strong> Outdoor pool, restaurant and bar, yoga deck, shared kitchen, pet friendly<br>\u27a1\ufe0f <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Mama Tungu Hostel Banos\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/mama-tungu-hostel-banos\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Read reviews and book a room at Mama Tungu Hostel<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Tucked into a lush corner just outside of town, Mama Tungu is a stylish hostel with a laid-back, social atmosphere. The open-air common areas feature a pool and hot tub that blend with the forest surroundings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Private and shared rooms are available, each with colorful design and wood accents. Guests often highlight the relaxing vibe, the poolside bar, and the fresh daily breakfast. You also have access to the trails of Mama Tungu that lead you to three waterfalls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking for a nature escape with hostel-style amenities and a bit of a backpacker buzz, <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Mama Tungu Hostel Banos\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/mama-tungu-hostel-banos\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Mama Tungu Hostel<\/a> is a fun place to stay in Ba\u00f1os.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Finca Chamanapamba Guest House Banos\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/finca-chamanapamba-guest-house-banos\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Finca Chamanapamba Guest House<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column69925_dea2be-4e > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:15px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:15px;padding-left:20px;}.kadence-column69925_dea2be-4e > .kt-inside-inner-col{box-shadow:0px 9px 20px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);}.kadence-column69925_dea2be-4e > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column69925_dea2be-4e > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column69925_dea2be-4e > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column69925_dea2be-4e > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column69925_dea2be-4e > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column69925_dea2be-4e > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column69925_dea2be-4e{position:relative;}.kadence-column69925_dea2be-4e, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column69925_dea2be-4e:not(.specificity){margin-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column69925_dea2be-4e > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column69925_dea2be-4e > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column69925_dea2be-4e kb-section-dir-vertical inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kb-row-layout-id69925_4dd5bb-cc > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id69925_4dd5bb-cc > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id69925_4dd5bb-cc > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:0px;padding-bottom:0px;grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id69925_4dd5bb-cc > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id69925_4dd5bb-cc > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id69925_4dd5bb-cc > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id69925_4dd5bb-cc alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column69925_5758bb-97 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column69925_5758bb-97 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column69925_5758bb-97 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column69925_5758bb-97 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column69925_5758bb-97 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column69925_5758bb-97 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column69925_5758bb-97{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column69925_5758bb-97 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column69925_5758bb-97 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column69925_5758bb-97\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">\ud83d\udcb5 <strong>Avg. Rate:<\/strong> $$<br>\u2b50<strong> Amenities:<\/strong> Forest trails, suspension bridge, on-site restaurant, river views, balcony or terrace<br>\u27a1\ufe0f <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Finca Chamanapamba Guest House Banos\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/finca-chamanapamba-guest-house-banos\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Read reviews and book a room<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Finca Chamanapamba feels like a hidden cabin tucked into the mountainside. It\u2019s only 10 minutes from Ba\u00f1os but feels worlds away. Surrounded by the forest and near a river, the guest house offers a peaceful escape surrounded by nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The wooden cabins have large windows and cozy furnishings that reflect the natural setting. Guests often highlight the calming sound of the river, the trails and suspension bridge on the property, and the warmth of the hosts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re craving a quiet stay immersed in the landscape, <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Finca Chamanapamba Guest House Banos\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/finca-chamanapamba-guest-house-banos\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Finca Chamanapamba Guest House<\/a> is a magical place near Ba\u00f1os.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"827\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/orchids-ruta-cascada-banos-ecuador-827x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Vibrant pink orchids blooming among thick green foliage in the rainforest along the Ruta de las Cascadas in Ba\u00f1os, Ecuador.\" class=\"wp-image-70087\" 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.kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column69925_ed9143-f9\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">\ud83d\udcb5 <strong>Avg. Rate:<\/strong> $$$<br>\u2b50 <strong>Amenities:<\/strong> nature reserve, on-site restaurant serving trout, hiking trails<br>\u27a1\ufe0f <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Bosque Protector Hacienda Guamag Banos\" href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/recommends\/bosque-protector-hacienda-guamag-banos\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Read reviews and book a room at Hacienda Guamag<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Accessible only by a cable-car ride across a canyon, the entrance to Hacienda Guamag is as unique as the stay itself. Located next to a nature reserve, this property offers lush mountain views and a sense you can truly leave the outside world behind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Guests consistently praise the attentive family owners, who go above and beyond, and the restaurant that serves local trout you can fish yourself from a nearby pond. 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