Hostal Dona Esther is recommended by International Living magazine and yes, it looks delightful and is in a good location. However, the rooms were FREEZING (in April) and the blankets were inadequate and as heavy as horse blankets (in a region which has an alpaca industry). When we asked for the fire in the lounge to be lit, we were... More

Nice quiet and cosy hotel with good food and neat rooms in the middle of town. Close to everything More

I was originally staying at another property which was better suited to my budget, but stumble over this place for dinner when it was pouring rain. I decided to have a look at the rooms and found them to be better than my other hotel. Yes this place is probably a bit expensive, and the rooms can be a bit... More

We stayed just one night but wished we could stay longer. Behind the gates you will find an oasis, the courtyard is lovely, plants in big ceramic pots decorate each of the 2 floors. The rooms are on the 2nd and 3rd floor, the ground floor is where the restaurant, office, loan library and computer room are located. The restaurant... More

The beds were comfortable but chilly. The shower was one of the best we found in Ecuador. The food was good and breakfast was nice. We certainly felt safe as the door is locked at night and it wasn't clearly posted where to find the night watchman to get out if needed. Having our laundry done wasn't an option -... More

We really enjoyed our stay. It is a delightful little hotel, helpful staff, good food, spacious rooms, terrific location. This will be our number one choice when we return to Otavalo. More

Ubicated In the center of Otavalo just one block from the main center, you will find in this Hostal a great and friendly place. The rooms are nice, good sized, clean and great value for the price. The owners are very friendly Dutch, very liking to chat, drinking a beer of giving advices over the region. The restaurant has nice... More

We are just now finishing our stay at the Dona Esther and we daily think to ourselves that we couldn't have found a better spot. The hotel is lovely. Lovely. The rooftop terrace offers amazing views, the rooms are so clean and well kept, the location is ideal, and the restaurant offers up the best food we've had so far... More

beautiful place with restaurant, and warm welcome. room are super beautiful and i really enjoyed. but way way to expansive for backpackers... the place is super clean, and the service was super nice. More