Stay Realm Logo

Discover

Hotels

Settings

Currency
Language
Loading...
9.3 / 10 Guest Rating

El Descanso

Calle Los Colibries, Mindo, ec

El Descanso - main view

About the Property

Mountain Views and Tranquil Gardens
Escape to El Descanso in Mindo and immerse yourself in breathtaking mountain views from our terrace. Enjoy the tranquility of our garden while sipping your morning coffee.

Comfortable Accommodation
Relax in our cozy rooms featuring free WiFi and a fully equipped private bathroom with complimentary toiletries. Experience a restful night's sleep surrounded by the peaceful ambiance of Mindo.

Explore Mindo with Ease
Take advantage of our convenient bicycle rental service to explore the beautiful surroundings of Mindo at your own pace. For seamless travel, utilize our paid airport shuttle service for a stress-free journey to and from Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport.

Book your stay at El Descanso now and create unforgettable memories in Mindo.

Facilities & Amenities

Television in common areas
Front desk (limited hours)
Free wired internet
Self parking (surcharge)
Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)
Airport transportation - drop-off (surcharge)
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Internet access
Housekeeping on request
Private picnics

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out12:00 PM

Property Notes

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. A deposit may be required at the property.

Check Room Availability

1 night · 2 adults

No rooms available

We couldn't find any available rooms for these dates and guests. Try adjusting your search criteria.

Guest Reviews

9.3
Exceptional369 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the friendly staff and frequently praise the great location for birding.

Categories

Cleanliness8.4
Service9.9
Location9.4
Room Quality8.4
Amenities9.4
Value for Money9.4
Food and Beverage9.9
Overall Experience9.4

Select topics to read reviews

J
JasminaecEC
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Jul 28, 2025

"Exceptional"

9.0

El jardín posterior es un pequeño paraíso lleno de aves. Cada mañana se desayuna junto a este hermoso bosque, donde se pueden observar colibríes, diversas aves y guatusos. El ambiente familiar que se respira lo hace aún más especial. Gracias Rodney por este lindo tiempo en tu hermoso hotel. The backyard is a little paradise full of birds. Every morning, breakfast is enjoyed beside this beautiful forest, where you can spot hummingbirds, a variety of other birds, and agoutis. The warm, family-like atmosphere makes it even more special. Thank you, Rodney, for the wonderful time at your beautiful hotel.

Helpful?
L
LéoniechCH
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jul 27, 2025

"Exceptional"

9.0
Helpful?
A
AnkedeDE
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jul 27, 2025

"100% Weiterempfehlung! Ruhig, Zentrumsnähe, sauber"

10.0

Tolle Unterkunft! Sehr leckeres vielseitiges Frühstück, sehr sauber, tägliche Reinigung des Zimmers, Moskitonetz vor dem Fenster, sodass nachts mit offenem Fenster geschlafen werden kann und immer eine frische Brise durchs Zimmer weht. Zur Hauptstraße von Mindo drei Minuten zu Fuß, Restaurants, Obstgeschäfte, Supermärkte alles in fünf Minuten erreichbar. Sehr ruhige Lage! Zimmer ist klein, aber für mich war es völlig ausreichend. Betten sehr bequem.Haus besteht komplett aus Holz, was zauberhaft aussieht. Das Beste ist die Frühstücksterrasse! Hier können sie den ganzen Tag verbringen und die Kolibris aus nächster Nähe an ihren Futterstationen beobachten. Herrlich!!!

Helpful?
B
ByronecEC
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Jul 25, 2025

"Exceptional"

10.0
Helpful?
B
BonnieusUS
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jul 25, 2025

"Our stay was comfortable and delightful."

10.0

The best part of this stay was the breakfast patio with the many hummingbirds flitting about, the several types of tanagers eating in the garden and the wild agoutis eating in the garden grounds. The property is natural, well made and comfortable. The host is friendly and helpful.

Helpful?
L
LiberafrFR
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jul 24, 2025

"Excellent"

8.0

Il giardino, fantastici

Stanze belle ma non isolate. Se il tuo vicino fa una chiamata, bhe sentirai tutto

Helpful?
L
Lucinda MauAU
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jul 24, 2025

"Exceptional"

9.0

Lovely spot and kind staff. I was down with flu whilst there and if you are sick on holiday this is the place to chill and recover. The bird feeders meant seeing the little critters anytime.

The coffee.

Helpful?
-
-nicole-gbGB
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jul 19, 2025

"Exceptional"

9.0

Absolutely love the garden, there are lots of hummingbirds at the feeders, and even agoutis and squirrels running around. This place is super relaxed. The room is very clean and comfortable. Hot shower. Good toiletries. Good towels (including hand towel and bathmat). Lots of space in the room and hooks to hang things. Mosquito nets on the windows. Hammocks.

The shower temporarily went cold in a few times (but warmed up again). Would have liked to have breakfast slightly later because of early morning birdwatching tour.

Helpful?
T
TovausUS
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jul 16, 2025

"Wonderful stay in Mindo"

10.0

Everything was great. The bed was comfortable, hot shower, good WiFi, the place is super clean, there are hammocks to chill on, (even some books to read), so many birds to see in the garden and agoutis, purified water available, delicious breakfast (eggs, bread, fresh fruit, coffee or hot chocolate, juice, cheese). In a great central, quiet area just a few blocks from the main street. The people working here are all really nice. Loved my stay here.

Helpful?
H
HowardnzNZ
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jul 12, 2025

"Magical place to stay in paradise"

10.0

They have been supporting the bird population for 25 years and we saw over 20 species from the deck. It is such a relaxing way to enjoy the best aspects of Mindo. The accommodation is basic but excellent value for the price. Breakfasts were better than expected.

Nothing

Helpful?