Hotel Doña Esther

Hotels
Independent
9.2 (51 reviews)
Juan Montalvo 4-44, Simon Bolivar, Otavalo, Imbabura, 100201 , Otavalo , EC

Pets allowed

Facilities

Free breakfast
Nature reserve
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Hot springs nearby
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
Wheelchair accessible
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful colonial architecture
Nicest staff
Best place to stay in Otavalo

Categories

Cleanliness
9.13
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Service
9.6
Beautiful colonial architecture with the nicest staff.
Location
9.14
Best place to stay in Otavalo.
Room Quality
9.09
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Amenities
9.12
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
9.08
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
9.13
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
9.3
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 02:11

Property Description

Rooftop Terrace and Garden Views
Take in breathtaking views from the rooftop terrace and garden, offering a serene setting to unwind.

Convenient Amenities and Services
Enjoy complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and bike parking. Benefit from a roundtrip airport shuttle and motorcycle parking for ease of travel.

Delightful Dining and Relaxation
Savor a meal at the on-site restaurant and make use of room service. Conclude your day with a refreshing drink at the bar/lounge.

Indulge in comfort at Hotel Doña Esther, perfectly situated for exploring Otavalo's attractions. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

Take in the views from a rooftop terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. This hotel also features tour/ticket assistance and bike parking. Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the area shuttle (surcharge).

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

  • Pets

    Pets allowed

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

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Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 51 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.13
Service: 9.6
Location: 9.14
Room Quality: 9.09
Amenities: 9.12
Value for Money: 9.08
Food and Beverage: 9.13
Overall Experience: 9.3
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Helen
10
Pros:

The staff are so welcoming and friendly, like
You are staying with family. The hotel is so well looked after, with so many personal
touches and thought, it’s really a gem

2025-09-02 via Nuitee
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Emily family
10
Pros:

Beautiful colonial architecture with the nicest staff. Best place to stay in Otavalo.

2025-08-11 via Nuitee
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Teresa
2
Pros:

Cxxx

2025-08-03 via Nuitee
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Ramon family
10
Pros:

Muy buena atención

2025-06-23 via Nuitee
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Doris partner
10
Pros:

Lovely little hotel. Close to the market. Very helpful staff who organized a driver to take us to the Cuicocha Lake, and pick us up after the hike. We struggled to find a bus to Latacunga but, again, the receptionist was very helpful in contacting the bus company. Luis took us to the bus stop and made sure we got on the right bus. Great service.

2025-04-28 via Nuitee
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Siamak partner
2
Pros:

They tried to give us a single bed, when we had booked for a couple. The pictures they have posted is nothing like the property. No TV, $5 per night for parking when they list parking on property. This is for budget backpackers, not a hotel.

2025-03-01 via Nuitee
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Stéphanie
10
Pros:

Jolie hôtel, très bien situé. Le personnel est très amical, c’est propre, il y a 4 choix de petits déjeuner c’était très bien. Ça a été très facile de trouver du stationnement

2025-01-16 via Nuitee
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Sheryl friends
10
Pros:

Staying at Dona Esther was a wonderful experience. The rooms are charming, clean and well decorated. The staff were friendly and helpful. There was a feeling of happiness and warmth among the staff. The courtyard and the restaurant are pretty and cozy. Our food was excellent.

2024-12-03 via Nuitee
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Rebecca partner
10
Pros:

We spent one night here but it was very comfortable, homely, and the staff were super helpful. I'd definitely stay here again.

2024-11-21 via Nuitee
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Juan friends
8
Pros:

Otavalo lo utilizamos como hotel de paso en un viaje en moto al peru, la ciudad es colonial con lugares interesantes, el restaurante del hotel preparó muy bien los platos muy buena pizza las habitaciones son de hotel de pueblo de 2 estrellas limpio y viejo

2024-10-15 via Nuitee
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Ann
10
Pros:

The staff were extremely helpful in arranging transportation and a tour.

2024-09-03 via Nuitee
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Stefanie family
10
Pros:

Einfache, aber sehr charmante Unterkunft mit hübschem Patio und leckerem Essen. Sehr zentral gelegen, bewachter Parkplatz um die Ecke

2024-03-29 via Nuitee
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Diana friends
10
Pros:

A very pretty hotel in a quiet location near the main square. Lucy and Wendy were really friendly and helpful. The restaurant was fantastic, great quality for a very reasonable price. Would definitely stay here again.

2024-03-11 via Nuitee
P
Peter
6
Pros:

The hotel is OK, but I expected it more cosy

2023-12-01 via Nuitee
D
Dylan family
8
Pros:

Excellent staff, good restaurant and a very convenient location

2023-10-30 via Nuitee
A
Audrey
10
Pros:

This is a lovely hotel with friendly, helpful staff. The restaurant is top notch too. I highly recommend this place!

2023-10-12 via Nuitee
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Rhian
10
Brilliant hostel, great location, good food.
Pros:

Doña Esther was lovely. I requested a quiet room and had a great night’s sleep. The bed was comfy and, although the weather was a bit chilly in the evening, they provided a thick extra blanket for the bed, so I was plenty warm enough to sleep.

The shower had lots of lovely warm water and internet was reliable. Even better, the on-site restaurant was brilliant. Breakfast was lovely but the evening meal even better. Really delicious food. I would definitely stay again.

2023-09-16 via Nuitee
M
Marcia family
10
Pros:

Great staff, very helpful with check in process and helping with arranging a taxi driver to take us on 4 hour adventure of places around town we would never have found on our own. The restaurant serves wonderful meals. Breakfast was one of the best I've ever had in Ecuador as an included breakfast. The rooms facing the street can be a little noise, but we were so tired it didn't really bother us. The terrace was great for late afternoon relaxing and visiting.

2023-08-27 via Nuitee
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Emily family
10
Pros:

We love this place! Wonderful shower, great staff, food is delicious and centrally located. We came once and returned within 2 weeks. Really like it here!

2023-08-20 via Nuitee
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Emily family
10
Pros:

This place is a true hidden gem. It has a beautiful courtyard, delicious food, and wonderful staff. The rooms are very clean and have antique locks and keys. The bed was really comfortable and the shower was nice and hot. The restaurant has a brick oven and great food. I will definitely return.

2023-08-07 via Nuitee