EL DESCANSO “the Rest”
Country House in Imbabura Province
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area
About this country house rental
Set in Otavalo and only 36 km from Central Bank Museum, EL DESCANSO “the Rest” offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a water park.
Amenities
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Balcony or Patio
Garden
Map of Imbabura Province
Available Rooms
1 Single • 86 ft²
Sleeps 1
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Ratings and reviews
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10.0 / 10.0
The room is big and comfortable. The host picking & dropping me from bus stop which is appreciated. Location is great if you passing
Dogs noise at night but that’s everywhere in Ecuador not host fault..
9.0 / 10.0
Disfrutamos mucho nuestra estancia: la cocina, aunque pequeña, tiene todo lo que necesitamos, las camas muy cómodas y cálidas, y la chimenea fue la frutilla del postre. Además, Edwin es un gran anfitrión, nos hizo sentir como en casa.
En las instalaciones hay una lavadora a disposición.
La ducha ofrece poco caudal de agua caliente, o mucho caudal de agua tibia.
10.0 / 10.0
This was an oasis. We had the total place to ourselves.
Im unsure how to use shower. My ignorance.
10.0 / 10.0
I enjoy my stay , was perfect for all that I need in this moment, the family is wonderful and they help me with everything I need and more, I’m grateful 🙏🏻💜
8.0 / 10.0
The place is good to take a rest. Nice rooms with a beautiful view of the mountains and the Laguna with a full equipped kitchen. The hosts are very friendly and welcoming as well. They were offering to pick me up from the bus station :) gracias
The area was not my favorite, but if you walk about 45min you are at the laguna what is nice.
There are many aggressive dogs on the street just next to the house, I have met many street dogs in many countries (I just passed by calmly) and was bitten for the first time.
10.0 / 10.0
The owner was amazing, very friendly and helpful, the communication was great right from the beginning, he picked me up from the bus stop and took me to the accommodation, he did the same when I left. My favourite part of the place was the fireplace where I spent an entire evening warm and very cosy. The bed was very comfy and there are a lot of blankets in the room which are appreciated at night. The village is lovely, the people there are really nice, very traditional, and Laguna de San Pablo is within walking distance. Thank you, I had a nice stay! :)
10.0 / 10.0
Great stay, room with mountain views on the second floor with comfort double bed, optional to use I
Kitchen and very clean. Thank you !
10.0 / 10.0
The place is realy great, the owner and is family are welcoming and helpfull. It s a little paradise in the montagne!
Easy to access by otavalo, from the bus terminal you take the bus to san pablo and get down at Gonzales Suarez (0,35$) and from there you just have to walk 5min following the maps location.
I highly recommend this place for yoyr stay in the region !!
8.0 / 10.0
The lady who hosted me was very kind and helpful. The room had a small heater, and many blankets, all of which were welcome at night time. For the price, the room and facilities are excellent, and it is very characterful. Very good WiFi too. There is also a small kitchen were you can prepare food or heat water.
I guess if you book to stay in this village, you do so for a reason (I was there for work purposes), it is a small village. However, the bigger problem was finding it in the first place - the taxi driver had some difficulty finding it, and even more difficulty driving up the steep hill to its entrance. If you are a tourist, I would recommend staying in Otavalo.
10.0 / 10.0
Todo en general excelente! Un lugar muy lindo para descansar y una fantástica atención.
10.0 / 10.0
El Descando was exactly what I needed, a quiet place up in the Andes with a beautiful view of the amazing scenery, including a lake and a volcano. Edwin and his family made me feel completely at ease and really went above and beyond to make everything comfortable. The house is a result of Edwin's dream and he keeps building on it piece by piecem enjoying every step of the way. The house has everything you could ask for, several spaces to take it easy, a fireplace that you can use, a full-equipped kitchen, hammocks, guitars, speakers. And the room was great too, well-equipped for the cold climate. Would recommend to everyone!
10.0 / 10.0
The owners of this house were beyond kind and sweet. Their house is your house they said. I wish I could have stayed longer here. It's easy to get the bus at the round about a few minutes walk from the house. Stay here for a great authentic experience out of the city center. Thank you so much for your hospitality and kindness.
9.6 / 10.0
The room is fantastic, great bed, super clean and a hot shower. The wifi is excellent too. It has a little kitchen, which is great and essential as El Descanso is tucked away in a small village - bring your food and make yourself dinner. It also has a big room with a fire.if needed, to relax and chat. The owner is lovely and really helpful. A wonderful stay, thank you.
10.0 / 10.0
This hostal is like a mountain lodge in the US. The construction is really cool- log beams, stone masonry. The yard has 2 fountains, one with natural stone masonry and plants. There are many plants and flowers which birds (including hummingbirds) come and enjoy. It has a hammock and table and chairs outside. It also has a common room with fireplace and an enclosed deck with views upstairs. It has a small, but servicable kitchen and a sink where you can do laundry. It sits above town, so you get great views and it is QUIET. The name "El Descanso/The Rest" is fitting. The owner and his family are very friendly and helpful. He took me into town so I could go to the markets and picked me up exactly when and where he said he would. He also took me to the bus on my last day. This hostal/lodge gets my highest rating and recomendation.
10.0 / 10.0
The owner was always available but never intrusive. I felt welcomed and was able to relax and rest or go town and enjoy a local fiesta. The owner escorted me to the fiesta and retrieved me with his son later that evening so I felt very safe. I will recommend this lovely place!
FAQs
How much does this country house cost compared to others in Imbabura Province?
The average price for a rental in Imbabura Province is $60 per night. This rental is $16 above the average.
Is parking included with this country house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at EL DESCANSO “the Rest”. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this country house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this country house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is EL DESCANSO “the Rest” pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this country house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at EL DESCANSO “the Rest”?
We found 6 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, parking, and balcony or patio.
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