The hot springs at Papallacta are truly beautiful and well worth a trip from Quito for a day soaking in the baths. The hotel at the springs has a fantastic location at the top of the hill and closest to the springs, which is worth a premium. However for a solo traveller these rooms are expensive at $144 per night.... More

My husband and I aree seasoned travelers and we adapt easily to different circumstances. I just didn't think this place was all that it's cracked up to be. The drive from Quito was very long (there was a ton of road construction) and we didn't arrive until 6 pm. Te room was dark (it was impossible to read a book),... More

Wonderful stay, very far drive out to the hotel. The hotel was nice and quiet, the pools had no awful or sulfuric smell and the hot springs are very enjoyable. Restaurant was nice, decent food, but very expensive considering other food prices in Ecuador.

There's like 8 different natural hot pools to go to here. Some ranging from boiling hot to freezing cold. I didn't stay at the resort, but did use the pools and steam room. Very picturesque on the side of a mountain. You can smell the crisp, clean mountain air. They have lockers to stow your valuables. And the staff was... More

We have been to this resort and spa many times and love it. We live in Quito. The thermal waters are without sulfur smell and crystal clear. The water is constantly flowing and so is very clean. The restaurant has helpful staff although the prices are not in line with Ecuador and the food quality average. The reservation system they... More

As with other destinations in Ecuador, distances are deceiving. Termas Papallacta is only about 50 km from Quito but given traffic and road conditions we had a surprisingly long drive. It took us almost 3 hours. Each room is directly beside volcanic hot springs. Each pool is uniquely shaped and surrounded by gardens and each pool has a slightly different... More

Very neat and comfy hotel. The natural springs are an amazing experience and the scenery surrounding the hotel is amazing. One of the best options to disconnect yourself from the city and enjoy nature wonders.

I stayed in this resort right after my trip in Galapagos. It was worthwhile the stay for RECHARGING. The location is great because it's in between the city (Quito) and the Amazon (Tena/Napo). So it will make a sense stopping here before venturing out in the Amazon if you happen to be coming from Quito or Guayaquil. I had one... More

Admittedly, I wasn't loving our trip to Quito because I'm not really a city person. The traffic and style of driving is also pretty horrific for the nerves. I was so grateful to have heard about the termas! It is about a 2 hour drive from Quito and well worth it. We tried to also go up to see the... More