Recommended Hotel in Cotopaxi
by International Media and Discerning Travelers
recommended hotel Cotopaxi
Tourism recognitions and quality seals
Chilcabamba has earned its place among Ecuador’s top lodges thanks to its privileged location at the foot of the majestic Cotopaxi volcano. We’ve captivated travelers and international media alike by offering unique experiences — from highland walks with local herders to Andean-inspired cuisine and an environment that transforms.
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Several articles have highlighted Chilcabamba as a recommended hotel in Cotopaxi due to our sustainable approach and strong connection to the local community.
What the Press Says About Chilcabamba
International media outlets such as Forbes, CNN, and National Geographic have recognized Chilcabamba as a one-of-a-kind destination to connect with nature, enjoy authentic experiences, and rest beside an active volcano.
Publications like Live Science, The Times, Revista Familia, and Wired have praised our immersive experiences in Andean culture and our respect for the environment.
FORBES
Why Chilcabamba Mountain Lodge is indestructible
Since 2014, the Chilcabamba rural boutique hotel, located on the slopes of the Cotopaxi volcano, has managed to avoid and overcome various impacts on the tourism industry. In recent months, investments and improvements have been made.
PASEO SAN FRANCISCO
All Ecuadorians are hosts of our destinations
Chilcabamba is mentioned in the Painting With Light magazine issue. We tell you some phrases mentioned: In this place converges the family atmosphere of home with the comforts of a luxury hotel.
Revista familia
Travel to the moor for a family getaway
Less than two hours from Quito is an ideal destination to disconnect during the weekend. It offers from walks to campfires in front of Cotopaxi.
National Geographic
Oh, the Places Nat Geo Goes
a 17th-century estate located in the wilds of Cotopaxi National Park, to award-winning ecotourism haven Chilcabamba Mountain Lodge.
CNN
Surprisingly, considering the significant elevation, it’s possible to reach the top of this particular portion of the Andes in just one day. For the less adventure minded, Chilcabamba Eco Lodge’s panoramic windows offer stunning views of Cotopaxi’s archetypal cone shape.
THE TIMES
My high-altitude adventure along Ecuador’s Avenue of Volcanoes
After seeing the thundering Pailon del Diablo (devil’s cauldron) waterfall, we hit the long road north to Cotopaxi National Park and our final night, at Chilcabamba lodge, which overlooks several volcanoes and (at 3,500m) is another great place to stay.
Financial Times
From Andes to Amazon: a self-drive adventure in Ecuador
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Live Science
Unforgettable Images Capture Volcano Rumbling to Life
Jascivan Carvalho, who runs an ecotourism lodge called Chilcabamba near the volcano, first learned about the explosion on Aug. 14. “Our manager at Chilcabamba called me at 5 a.m. to say that ash was falling at the lodge and we had 15 clients at the lodge at the time sleeping!” Carvalho told Live Science in an email…
EL UNIVERSO
Cotopaxi National Park is the first protected area in Latin America to receive Tourcert International Certification
The representative of the Tourcert Certification Program of Germany… delivered the certification and recognition plaques… to Chilcabamba Mountain Lodge for their good environmental and tourism practices applied in their administration.
economia y negocios
The heights of Cotopaxi
It is the last thing Simeón de la Cueva says before leaving us at Chilcabamba Lodge. The height has given us uncontrollable sleep, so we enter the room, which with its slow-burning stove and woolen blankets on the bed resembles a mountain lodge.
WIRED
Cotopaxi Keeps Rumbling as Ecuador Prepares for Eruption
COTOPAXI in Ecuador continues to rumble after its first eruption in 70 years earlier this month.
Chilcabamba: An Authentic Experience Near Cotopax
If you’re looking for a recommended hotel in Cotopaxi to disconnect and reconnect, Chilcabamba Lodge invites you to experience the mountain from within.
Our location — right at the base of Cotopaxi — offers a direct connection with nature, far from mass tourism. The warm hospitality of our team, treks with local herders, the peaceful silence of the páramo, and our cuisine based on local Andean products come together to create a transformative stay.
Here, you reconnect, rest deeply, and discover a truly authentic Ecuador.
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