Sacha Urco Lodge y Bosque Protector

Patio, Bed, Day, Garden, View (from property/room), Balcony/Terrace, Seating area, Bedroom, Garden view

Sacha Urco Lodge y Bosque Protector Nature lodge in Pichincha

Property building, Day, Natural landscape, Garden view

9.6

Outstanding(69 Reviews)

Nature lodge in Pichincha

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area

About this nature lodge rental

With mountain views, Sacha Urco Lodge y Bosque Protector is situated in Mindo and has a restaurant, room service, snack bar, garden and terrace.

Amenities

Pets allowed

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Hot tub or spa

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Pichincha

Nearby attractions

Virgin of the Panecillo

24.6 mi

Parque Metropolitano Guangüiltagua

Available Rooms

1 Queen • 322 ft²

Sleeps 2

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1 Double • 269 ft²

Sleeps 2

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1 Sofa • 2 Single • 1 Queen • 775 ft²

Sleeps 5

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1 King • 538 ft²

Sleeps 2

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1 Queen • 1 Sofa • 1 Single • 1 Sofa • 1291 ft²

Sleeps 4

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$$$$

Sacha Urco Lodge y Bosque Protector

$$$$

9.6

Outstanding(69 Reviews)

Nature lodge in Pichincha

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area

About this nature lodge rental

With mountain views, Sacha Urco Lodge y Bosque Protector is situated in Mindo and has a restaurant, room service, snack bar, garden and terrace.

Amenities

Pets allowed

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Hot tub or spa

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Pichincha

Nearby attractions

Virgin of the Panecillo

24.6 mi

Parque Metropolitano Guangüiltagua

Available Rooms

1 Queen • 322 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 Double • 269 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 Sofa • 2 Single • 1 Queen • 775 ft²

Sleeps 5

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 King • 538 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 Queen • 1 Sofa • 1 Single • 1 Sofa • 1291 ft²

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Reviews

9.6

Outstanding(69 Reviews)

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10.0

May 2024

Beautiful, scenic and romantic stay

The cabin is beautiful and very comfortable. The lodge is well-maintained, offering scenic views, peaceful sounds, and incredibly nice people. My partner and I stayed here for five days following a trekking holiday to relax and reconnect, and it was exactly what we needed. The staff was not only caring but also attentive, genuinely listening to our feedback and making small changes daily to enhance our experience. We had an amazing time.

Be aware that there are lots of bugs around. Given that it's a wet forest, it is to be expected, but I was still surprised by the number of mosquito bites I received. It didn't help I took little precaution about it, so a lot of it i's my fault. Another point to be aware is access to town. Driving in is not always possible (only with 4x4 as you need to cross a few ankle high streams), and town is around 20min drive away. Personally this enhanced the holiday, as I wanted to get away from it, but you should be aware

8.0

Apr 2024

Chévere , relajado

La Paz

10.0

Apr 2024

Muy buena visita. Caminata perfecta

Muy limpio todo muy cómodo. Personal muy atento. Ruta para caminar perfecta . Fui con mi bebé .. me gustó,

En su brochure dice algo sobre una granja pero no existe tal cosa.

10.0

Jan 2024

Adembenemend mooi

Vriendelijke ontvangst en behulpzaamheid van alle personeel. Erg mooie groene omgeving met vele vogels. Mooie bungalow met terras. Goed ontbijt en dinermogelijkheden.Laarzen beschikbaar voor wandelingen. Mooie wandelingen dichtbij.

Niet te bereiken met gewone auto, omdat je twee kleine riviertjes door moet rijden. Je kan wel parkeren 1km voor het hotel, en opgehaald worden met een 4*4.

9.0

Jan 2024

Un posto isolato e fantastico dove ritrovare contatto con la natura

La posizione isolata ma fantastica Non c'era bisogno di cercare riserve per vedere uccelli Tutto si trova a Sacha Urco Personale gentile e disponibile oltre le normali aspettative C e' sempre qualcosa da migliorare ma sono sulla buona strada

Scarico docce e bagni con qualche problema

10.0

Jan 2024

Hermoso lugar, buenas instalaciones, anfitriones de lujo

La reserva es un lugar precioso. El bungalow fue muy cómodo y agradable. Ideal para el descanso y contactar con la naturaleza. Sin salir de la reserva se pueden hacer algunas actividades como caminatas, visita a la piscina natural, observación de aves, entre otros. Sol y Juan son personas muy amables y siempre dispuestos a ayudarnos. Definitivamente, un lugar recomendado y de confianza donde quisiera regresar.

10.0

Nov 2023

The perfect place for nature lovers.

Sacha Urco Lodge is owned and run by Sol and her Biologist husband Juan. It is set in 150 hectares of beautiful primary forest with trails to walk within. We ate a delicious home cooked meal there on our first night and breakfast was equally good. We walked trails within the reserve and saw monkeys, toucans and lots of other lovely birds. Our accommodation was beautiful, made from locally sourced natural resources. The natural beauty of the lodge and surroundings, and the personal service by the owners makes it a wonderful place to stay.

Everything was great.

9.0

Nov 2023

Lindo Lodge, excelente ubicacion y personal muy atento

Me encanto la ubicación, justo lo que mis hijos querían (tipo selva) con senderos que te llevan al rio. El personal fue muy atento. Sobretodo Tony, que fue quien nos atendió desde mensajes por Whatsapp hasta que nos fuimos del hotel. Su servicio fue excelente, fue muy amable y nos ayudó con todo lo que necesitamos.

No me gusto encontrar hormigas que pican en la cama y en el suelo (NORMAL POR LA UBICACION) Sin embargo le comente a Tony (el encargado) y enseguida nos ayudo con limpieza. Parece que por alguna razon se metieron en ese momento porque no las volvimos a ver en la habitacion.

8.0

Sep 2023

PARA DESCANSAR COMODO Y TRANQUILO, HERMOSO SITIO

El sabor de la comida es excelente, las porciones adecuadas, el servicio del personal inmejorable, sin embargo las opciones de comida son limitadas y sobre todo debe mejorar la disponibilidad del horario del restaurante, es muy restringido y el lugar es relativamente lejos de Mindo en auto, para tener otra opcion para comer, sobre todo en la noche.

Los horarios del restaurante, y la limpieza del bungalow matrimonial del primer día (no fue el adecuado), sin embargo el personal lo solucionó de la mejor manera y en los dos días siguientes no tuvimos inconveniente.

10.0

Jul 2023

Excellent lodge in Mindo, natural beauty and quiet

Accomodation are exceptional. Well built chalets, large room, large terrace, large bathroom. Lots of natural light. Very clean. Lodge right near a large expanse of preserved forest, several hikes available departing from the lodge. Excellent food, many organic products grown in the kitchen garden. The owner is super helpful.

9.0

Jan 2023

thoroughly recommended and would come back again.

amazing location, really comfortable, super friendly staff. incredible wildlife and birds.

bit of a way out from Mindo, but that is also a bonus!

9.0

Jan 2023

awesome family trip!

location, service

weak water pressure. we were told they were working in this.

10.0

Jan 2023

Exceptional

Breakfast was great and location was away from town of Mindo . It was secluded and really nice to get away

The Owner Sol was very helpful and a great cook along with her assistant. The lodge was organised and very quiet and if you want to see Hummingbirds there are hundreds of them and very friendly. I would stay here again maybe next year on our way to the coast

9.0

Sep 2022

good

the location was amazing, and the staff was very kind. they have gone above and beyond to preserve this beautiful forest P.S make sure to try something with their local cheese

the accounting at the end did not make sense to me, however they followed up with me and amended the issue ASAP. Really appreciated it.

7.0

Sep 2022

Lovely isolated place. Be prepared to push for help/information.

This is near the end of a valley away from Mindo- as such very peaceful and "away from it all" - however of you want a meal in Mindo you have to get a taxi and go 25 mins down a bumpy road. The cabana 2 was lovely and it really could sleep 5 if a family ie parents and 3 children- NB the steps to the loft beds are steep. The walks from there are lovely- but on this occasion the manager was new and found it difficult to direct us- he didnt know the paths. Also the tours one could get- he didnt know how to access them ( apart from the butterfly farm) and so we organised them ourselves out of Mindo. Breakfasts good.

It gets very damp in a cloud forest...! we had to dry out clothes that were hanging inside on the balcony when there was sun. there was no fan downstairs in the cabin to do this and we brought our own washing line and pegs. As above although the new manager was a very nice man he didnt know all we needed and his boss the owner who was sick didnt even avail herself at a distance to answer questions. We saw her finally the last morning of a 4N stay.

10.0

Sep 2022

Exceptional

It's a magical place. The hosts (Nicolas and Sol) were very welcoming to us. The rooms were clean, cozy and beautiful. We had a great and unique experience. Perfect place for relax and connect with the nature.

10.0

Jun 2022

Wonderful.

The cabins were beautiful, clean, and very comfortable. The staff couldn't have been more accommodating. The breakfast and dinner were limited and homemade. Not a huge selection but excellent and accommodating to vegetarians and kids. Flexible on schedule.

7.0

May 2022

Disappointing experience even if the place itself is beautiful

The good part - the hotel is situated in a lovely place, with beautiful views over the river and of forests, there is a pond. The staff was very polite and helpful. The food was OK, enough for me, not sure if the same could be said about a healthy man. For breakfast slight modification of what you get in most any hotel in Ecuador (a.i. . instead of just bread with your eggs empanadas or llapingacha), plus fruit, a juice and tee/coffee). The shower is abundant and hot, the bed comfortable. The room was just in front of bird feeders so I could observe some really nice birds including tulcans and tulcanets, there is also feeders for hummingbirds - which on the other hand is what you would find most anywhere you stayed in Mindo. In the early morning hours agutis can be seen on the grounds.

I've stayed in a few places in Mindo, including an actual lodge, this one was the least favourite and offered less added value. The hotel is not cheap by Ecuadorian standards. Nevertheless the room where I stayed constantly smelled of food, starting with breakfast eggs and finishing with whatever was cooking for dinner service) as it is above the kitchen and dining area. Not sure if there is anyone who dreams to come to forest destination and then stew in kitchen fumes all day, and as to restfulness - all the traffic of dining area also almost non stop, if nobody eating then cleaning up. Of course that only extends to the double room, the cabins would not have the same problem. The walking opportunities - the only path that seemed to be fully available and maintained was the one by river, a short one. The path to the top of mountain seemed to have been abandoned, in any case it was blocked by a rope presumably indicating that it was not open for use. Similarly closed gates, ropes. electric and barb wire etc. closed passage in most places where one would like to go for a walk on the property. With above in mind, going to this quite remote place does not seem to be worth it on its own merit and certainly not great as basis for exploring Mindo. It's 20 minutes in car to to Mindo, 7 dollars minimum each way in taxi, more than an hour if you walk - while it is not a difficult walk (no uphill), its going by other farms and not forest actually, also be ready to wade 2 small rivers crossing the road in the last km.

10.0

Dec 2021

Exceptional

Lodge in the jungle near the Mindo river. Big wooden bungalo with the balcony, with WiFi, hot water and so on. Amazing handmade food. Many hummingbirds and other birds near the lodge. Walking trails in the jungle and among the river.

10.0

Oct 2021

Exceptional

The property is gorgeous and very secluded. It is about 6km down a side an unpaved side street in the first beside a river and several hiking paths. The staff. Mateo was awesome. Very comfortable and secluded rooms.

The location might not be for everyone. It cost $6 per trip into Mindo, but I thought I was worth it. I would definitely come back.

10.0

Sep 2021

Vacation of my dreams

The staff was phenomenal, the food was amazing and the lodge itself was absolutely breathtaking. Can’t wait to come back!

10.0

Aug 2021

Peaceful retreat just out of town

Beautiful spot just on the river! So peaceful and such friendly staff good food, we were in heaven!

10.0

Jun 2021

The perfect getaway

Sacha Urco is beautiful and intimate with just 4 rooms, right on the river, with lovely grounds and hiking trails, from easy to challenging. Our room was very charming and comfortable, the included breakfast was a delicious home cooked meal including fresh juice, eggs, and home baked bread. We enjoyed two additional meals there during our stay, both delicious and lovingly prepared. The Manager Mateo is a gem, always totally helpful and accommodating, with attention to every detail. He welcomed us at our 1am arrival, and had breakfast ready for our 5:30am birding mornings. He was a wealth of information about the area, from birds to activities to restaurants, and genuinely engaged in welcome conversations with us. He made the Mindo portion of our holiday truly delightful.

The road to and from town was horribly rutted and rough, due to huge rains early in the year. It took about 20-25 minutes one-way, and including crossing through water 3 times. A 4-wheel drive vehicle is required to make the trip. Sacha Urco is truly a “getaway” destination, and worth it.

10.0

Feb 2020

Exceptional

The nature and the project with the community

Mosquitoes

10.0

Feb 2020

Exceptional

Beautiful property. We stayed for 2 nights and wished we could have stayed longer. Sol & her family are lovely people and made our stay very enjoyable & comfortable.

We loved everything !

FAQs

How much does this nature lodge cost compared to others in Pichincha?

The average price for a rental in Pichincha is $47 per night. This rental is $59 above the average.

Is parking included with this nature lodge?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Sacha Urco Lodge y Bosque Protector. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this nature lodge?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this nature lodge. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Sacha Urco Lodge y Bosque Protector pet friendly?

Yes! This nature lodge is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Sacha Urco Lodge y Bosque Protector?

We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.

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Sacha Urco Lodge y Bosque Protector

Nature lodge in Pichincha

Reasons to book

About this nature lodge rental

Amenities

Map of Pichincha

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Sacha Urco Lodge y Bosque Protector

Nature lodge in Pichincha

Reasons to book

About this nature lodge rental

Amenities

Map of Pichincha

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this nature lodge cost compared to others in Pichincha?

Is parking included with this nature lodge?

Is there a pool at this nature lodge?

Is Sacha Urco Lodge y Bosque Protector pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Sacha Urco Lodge y Bosque Protector?

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