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El Acantilado Beach Hotel

3 km past Same, Esmeraldas, Ecuador
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Quito
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23 reviews 23 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012

We went end of April and there were only two other families and one couple so the grounds were very quiet. This piece of the beach is very quiet but it is a short walk to a town with hotels and restaurants. Pets are prohibited but the owner allowed us to take our small dog. There are iguanas sunning on... More

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Aberdeen
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8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 March 2012

We stayed here for one night in February. The room was basic however it was inexpensive with an amazing sea view. We would recommend this hotel for the view alone altho make sure you request a seafront room. Pros: The view: our room was on a cliff edge that looked out onto the sea, absolutely beautiful. Mosquito mesh/net instead of... More

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Ecuador
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34 reviews 34 reviews
14 hotel reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
36 helpful votes 36 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 February 2012

Acantilado is away enough from the coastal highway to avoid noice and vendors, yet only a short walking distance should you take public transportation. Located in a small vally between hills, it is also a small staircase up from the beach (hence its name "Cliffs"- like the entrance parragraph, this keeps you safe from insisting vendors. The views are stunning... More

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Otavalo, Ecuador
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10 hotel reviews
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54 helpful votes 54 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 December 2011

Just returned to El Acantilado, and can report that it is now as good or better than ever. A beach vacation could not be any better, if you are looking for great swimming, views, rustic comfort, friendly owners and staff (thanks especially to Antonio) and very good food, plus there are small kitchens in most cabins. The ride there is... More

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Otavalo, Ecuador
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 June 2009

I live in Ecuador and visit El Acantilado at least once a year. If you have the chance to get to the coast, this is a great spot. Not chic, which I appreciate, but comfortable with a lovely beach, in walking distance to more populated areas and an assortment of restaurants. However the food there is quite good, and the... More

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Ibarra, Ecuador
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8 reviews 8 reviews
5 hotel reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 March 2009

We stayed one night here in the beachy cabins. Resort is rustic, but has necessities. Located on a bluff over the Pacific, giving you a panoramic view that is unique in Ecuador. Lovely secluded beach for swimming, bodysurfing. Food is good if a little overpriced. Pool table and ping-pong as well as foosball to amuse yourself. The beach faces the... More

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Quito, Ecuador
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 January 2013
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 January 2013
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Quito, Ecuador
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 December 2012
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 November 2012
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Address: 3 km past Same, Esmeraldas, Ecuador
Region: Ecuador > Esmeraldas Province > Esmeraldas
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Ranked #1 of 5 Speciality lodging in Esmeraldas

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