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La Casa Amarilla

3.0 star property
Mountain Baños de Agua Santa hostal with restaurant

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Mountain view
View from property
Hiking
Food and drink
Courtyard

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants
  • Room service
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Tour/ticket assistance
Feel at home
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • BBQ(s)
The price is €42
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec

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Basic Double Room, Mountain View

Highlights

Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 13 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Mountain View

Double Room, Mountain View

Highlights

TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 13 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room, City View

Family Room, City View

Highlights

TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed

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Family Suite, City View

Family Suite, City View

Highlights

Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Map
near the end of Juan León Mera Street, Barrio Chutan, Baños de Agua Santa, 180250

What's nearby

  • Banos Central Market - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Church of the Virgin of the Holy Water - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Piscinas El Salado Thermal Bath - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • El Refugio Spa Garden - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • The Tree House - 25 min drive - 13.0 km

Getting around

  • Quito (UIO-Mariscal Sucre Intl.) - 88.3 miles/142.1 km
  • Ambato Station - 47 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Honey coffee & tea - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Caña Mandur - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Mestizart Ecuadorian Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Mocambo Rock And Roll - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Swiss Bistro - ‬7 min walk

About this property

La Casa Amarilla

La Casa Amarilla is a great choice for a stay in Baños de Agua Santa. Guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby hiking/biking trails, and free perks include continental breakfast and WiFi. A terrace and a garden are other highlights.

Languages

English, German, Italian, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 4 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is noon

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • There is no front desk at this property
  • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
  • This property is in a car-free zone and can be reached only by foot or by horseback riding.

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle*

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Barbecue grills
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby

Services

  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bike hire

Facilities

  • Built in 1994
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Room amenities

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

On-site venue – This restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Ecuador value-added tax (15%). Non-resident travellers who present a valid passport and tourist visa may be eligible for a tax refund. However, non-resident travellers may be exempt from value-added tax (15%) on package bookings.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property accepts credit cards.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Casa Amarilla Hostel Banos
Casa Amarilla Banos
La Casa Amarilla Hostal
La Casa Amarilla Baños de Agua Santa
La Casa Amarilla Hostal Baños de Agua Santa

Frequently asked questions

Does La Casa Amarilla offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, La Casa Amarilla does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at La Casa Amarilla?
Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by La Casa Amarilla?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at La Casa Amarilla?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at La Casa Amarilla and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as hiking and horse riding. Enjoy amenities such as a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near La Casa Amarilla?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant that offers international cuisine.
What's the area around La Casa Amarilla like?
La Casa Amarilla is a short 9-minute walk from Banos Central Market and 10 minutes' walk from Church of the Virgin of the Holy Water.

La Casa Amarilla Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

4.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

John, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Spectacular Views to Wake Up To!
Excellent stay. This is a family run hotel so very unofficial and welcoming making solo impromptu travel much easier when any reservation changes occur. As a solo traveler I felt extremely safe staying there and felt more like home than a hotel. One of the owners was also immensely helpful towards helping me arrange last minute tours I wanted to do and really made my stay in Banos exceptional. Yes, the hotel is on a steep inclined hill - but you wouldn't have such spectacual views without being on a hill. If you can do a steep 13min hike, it is WELL WORTH IT. The trail is lit up in the evening so no issue coming back after dark either. There is an unofficial restaurant as part of the hotel, so food or drinks are also not an issue, if not wanting to come up/down the mountain too frequently. HIGHLY recommend the property's horse offer when arriving (horse if muddy post rain but I was told a taxi can go up there as well...)- you do not want to be dragging your luggage up that hill AND hiking it for the first time.
Views from Room Hall
Views from Hotel
Views from Breakfast
Trail leading to Hotel
Luiza, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Bettina and Darwin were exceptional hosts. The beds were comfortable, the food was amazing and the view was spectacular. It’s a hike to get to the place but well worth it.
Dallas, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I had an excellent time at Casablanca Amarilla. It’s a lovely place perched on the hillside. The owners are very friendly and helpful.
4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Nice little place up in the hills
My wife and I are from California and have visited Ecuador twice now for months at a time. Being foreigners it can be hard at times to find clean, comfortable and safe places to stay but that’s exactly what we found here. The owners make you feel like your at home and they are very helpful and overall just great people. The hotel is clean and the food they serve is great also. Just be sure to bring some good shoes for the 15 minute hike up to the house.
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

amazing hosts but not for all guests
it was a crazy holiday weekend and last minute booking so we choose casa amarilla for some of our group guests. you better be in shape or not have any problem waking its a steap walk, it will compensate with the view and the great hosts casa amarilla has. you can organize horseback ride from the main street to casa amarilla to avoid the walk.
alejo, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great hosts & magnificent views
If you like hiking, great hosts, wonderful views and excellent breakfasts then this is the place for you. Bettina and Darwin make you comfortable and welcome at the Casa Amarilla. Muchas gracias - Bev & Bob de Canada
Bob, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Serene and very quiet area with majestic views
Nestled in the middle of the mountain, this was absolutely an amazing experience. Felt like we were staying at a good friends house. Bettina, her husband and son Rumi were so delightful!! Thanks for making this experience so special. If you're looking for a quiet escape, with a little bit of leg work to go up a hill for a few minutes, you will LOVE THIS!!
Jim , 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We had a wonderful time and the owners family is very friendly. They helped us with all issues we had and gave us valuable advice for our current and future stay. We will come back. It is a trek up the hill but if you don’t mind walking the peace and the views are worth it.
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent Hosts and an Amazing View in Banos
We stayed six nights with Bettina and Darwin who were wonderful hosts. The three room Casa is quiet, very clean, very good wifi, hot water in the shower, delicious and plentiful cook-to-order breakfast (think eggs, yogurt, fresh fruit "sundaes", croissants/fresh bread, ham & cheese, cafe con leche or hot chocolate or tea with herbs fresh from Bettina's garden (try the lemongrass), and homemade jams with fruit from Darwin's farm). The view overlooking Banos is amazing, but be warned it comes at a price. It's a 10-15 minute walk down into town, a 20-30 minute walk up depending on your fitness, it is a very steep hill, but worth it if you can make the trek. A horse can be arranged to transport you and/or your luggage up the steep walk as no cars or taxis can drive up. We would plan our day to be out and about all day and only have to walk up once at the end of the day - it's lit with street lights so very safe, but bring a small flashlight just in case the electricity goes out. We enjoyed Darwin's chef skills for dinner several times during our stay and Bettina offered a late night sugar cane liquor and a blackberry and limoncello liquor other nights. We also tried her homemade blackberry frozen ice - delicious. They offer through their restaurant lunch and dinner options and beverages to people staying at Banos hotels/hostels and to hikers passing by to the Virgin Statue. We highly recommend La Casa Amarilla and Darwin and Bettina's hospitality and would stay with them again.
MCMSTUART, 6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Best View in Banos
I absolutely loved my stay at La Casa Amarilla! It's a little bit of a hike to get there, but if you're staying in Banos you should be willing to do some hiking to take in the true splendor of stage area. I had the most amazing view from my room and also took many pictures on the way to/from my hotel every day. Bettina and Darwin were amazing hosts--very polite and accommodating of my needs, and always offering help with suggestions when I'd ask questions about different activities and places in town. They were both very friendly and fun to talk to while I'd enjoy my morning coffee and when I'd return for the day. I absolutely loved it here and highly recommend to anyone visiting Banos!
Ryan, 7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Hidden gem
Wonderful! If you are fit enough to walk 10 min up a steep path, you will be well rewarded: a beautiful location overlooking the town and the surrounding mountains, the peace of a lush garden, and a discrete building, nicely decorated, blending with the vegetation. The owners will quickly make you feel welcome and at home.
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Darwin and Bettina who run the place are so sweet, you feel like family. Fresh and delicious breakfast daily- great coffee and fresh mora juice!!! Darwin acted as our personal tour guide, taking us out two days to see waterfalls and canopying. The room is comfy and quiet. Views from the hotel are beautiful, looking over banos. Be prepared, the walk up to the hotel is an intense 10 minute, rocky and can be muddy hill. Banos is such a fun town, definitely stay here and enjoy!
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Awesome view of Baños and quiet place to sleep
I like the fact that the place had a quiet surrounding atmosphere. the view of the city of Baños Is spectacular as is to be expected from the hotel location. The hotel owner is very friendly and accommodating. he speaks Swedish, English, and Spanish.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Unable to access property
Arrive at address. Hotel had no parking area. No road access. No one to answer the phone
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

El acceso al lugar es muy complicado, el camino necesita un auto 4x4
1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

An amazing place to stay at!!
Sandra, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice experience
We arrived in the evening and we were welcomed very warmly by Bettina and her son. The view was amazing over Baños, very much worth the 15 mins hike up the mountain road. We felt more like being invited at a family, Bettina and Darwin personally cooked our diners which were always very delightful. They use a lot of fresh ingredients picked from the garden, like for tea. Highly recommended, gives that extra quality touch to your stay. + The animals (rabbits, dogs, chickens and more) were very fun to have around us.
Mavis, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A hotel beautifully situated with a grand view of the town Banos and the surrounding mountains. It is perfectly managed by Bettina, originally from Switzerland. I only stayed one night but wish I had stayed longer.
Hans, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Feriado
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

beautiful view of Baños and the valley
Very nice hotel to stay in Baños. It is way up the hill and when you are up in the hotel you have a spectaculair view of the whole town and valley, especially at night it is beautiful. You don't have to go down town at night to have dinner. Darwin and his wife make delicious dinners. It is really worth staying at this hotel. They also Help to organize trips.
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