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Hotel Doña Esther

3.0 star property
Comfortable hotel, walk to Plaza de Ponchos

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Terrace/patio
View from room
Family Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom
Restaurant
Shower, towels
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Restaurant
  • BarBarBar
The price is €63
includes taxes & fees
28 May - 29 May

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Juan Montalvo 4-44, Simon Bolivar, Otavalo, Imbabura, 100201
  • Popular LocationPlaza de Ponchos8 min walk
  • Popular LocationPeguche Waterfall6 min drive
  • Popular LocationEl Lechero7 min drive
  • AirportQuito (UIO-Mariscal Sucre Intl.)108 min drive

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20/10 Excellent

Einfache, aber sehr charmante Unterkunft mit hübschem Patio und leckerem Essen. Sehr zentral gelegen, bewachter Parkplat...
Stefanie
Mar 29, 2024
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Room options

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Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.3/10 Very good

Highlights

Deck/patio
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom

Family Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Deck/patio
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Classic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Classic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Deck/patio
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Triple Room, Multiple Beds

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Deck/patio
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Classic Triple Room, 3 Single Beds

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Triple Room, 3 Single Beds

Highlights

Deck/patio
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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About the area

Otavalo

Hotel Doña Esther is located in Otavalo. Shoppers can visit Plaza de Ponchos, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Condor Park and Peguche Waterfall. Taxopamba Waterfall and Mojanda Lake are two other places to visit that come recommended. Relax and indulge in the area's hot springs, or seek out an adventure with mountain biking, mountain climbing and horse riding nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Instituto Otavaleño de Antropología - 1 min walk
  • Plaza de Ponchos - 8 min walk
  • Galeria Gabriel Ceballos Ulloa - 9 min walk
  • Peguche Waterfall - 6 min drive
  • El Lechero - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Ibarra Station - 25 min drive
  • Quito (UIO-Mariscal Sucre Intl.) - 109 min drive

Restaurants

  • Café Rio Intag - 12 min drive
  • Café pachamama - 15 min walk
  • La tabilta del tartaro - 17 min walk
  • La Taberna - 6 min walk
  • Espresso Rio Intag - 9 min walk

About this property

Hotel Doña Esther

Hotel near Plaza de Ponchos
Located close to Condor Park and Peguche Waterfall, Hotel Doña Esther provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, a rooftop terrace and a garden. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Other perks include:
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), a nature reserve and bike parking
  • Tour/ticket information, luggage storage and a front desk safe
  • Smoke-free property and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guestrooms at Hotel Doña Esther boast comforts such as free WiFi and free bottled water.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • Decks/patios and daily housekeeping

Languages

Dutch, English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (USD 4 per night)
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Onsite motorcycle parking only

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 11 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

Outdoor space

  • Deck/patio

More

  • Access via exterior corridors

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 4 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 12 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 5.0 per night

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Ecuador value-added tax (15%). Non-resident travellers who present a valid passport and tourist visa may be eligible for a tax refund. However, non-resident travellers may be exempt from value-added tax (15%) on package bookings.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 55 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 4 per night (49 ft away)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 5.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 12 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 4 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Hotel Doña Esther Otavalo
Doña Esther Otavalo
Doña Esther
Hotel Doña Esther Hotel
Hotel Doña Esther Otavalo
Hotel Doña Esther Hotel Otavalo

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Doña Esther pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Doña Esther?

As of 21 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Doña Esther on 28 May 2024 start from €63.48, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Hotel Doña Esther?

Motorbike parking only.

What time is check-in at Hotel Doña Esther?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel Doña Esther?

Checkout is at noon.

Does Hotel Doña Esther provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 55 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hotel Doña Esther located?

Situated in Otavalo, this hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Plaza de Ponchos, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Condor Park and Peguche Waterfall. Taxopamba Waterfall and Mojanda Lake are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Hotel Doña Esther Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 44 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 44 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 44 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very pretty hotel in a quiet location near the main square. Lucy and Wendy were really friendly and helpful. The restaurant was fantastic, great quality for a very reasonable price. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Dylan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff, good restaurant and a very convenient location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Audrey, Broomfield

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a lovely hotel with friendly, helpful staff. The restaurant is top notch too. I highly recommend this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rhian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Brilliant hostel, great location, good food.
Doña Esther was lovely. I requested a quiet room and had a great night’s sleep. The bed was comfy and, although the weather was a bit chilly in the evening, they provided a thick extra blanket for the bed, so I was plenty warm enough to sleep. The shower had lots of lovely warm water and internet was reliable. Even better, the on-site restaurant was brilliant. Breakfast was lovely but the evening meal even better. Really delicious food. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily, Brighton

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We love this place! Wonderful shower, great staff, food is delicious and centrally located. We came once and returned within 2 weeks. Really like it here!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily, Brighton

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is a true hidden gem. It has a beautiful courtyard, delicious food, and wonderful staff. The rooms are very clean and have antique locks and keys. The bed was really comfortable and the shower was nice and hot. The restaurant has a brick oven and great food. I will definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

mark

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel. Very clean and thoughtful touches like filtered water for guests. Restaurant is excellent. Staff was wonderful and really helped us out when I had a health issue during our stay. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Molly

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hostal Dona Esther is in an excellent location for a stay in Otavalo. Though close to the activity, the courtyard creates a quiet, peaceful atmosphere. The rooftop terrace is nice for views and hanging out. There is a covered section in case its raining. Lucy and all the staff were excellent, attentive, helpful with all things. The included breakfast allowed for many options and was ample and delicious. Dinner is one of the best in Otavalo. Rooms are smallish, but adequate, hot water plentiful, daily service. Purified water is available. Wonderful place, all you need.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

blake

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023