Ecuador in Luxury: The Andes & the Galápagos

After arriving at Quito airport, your driver will meet you and take you to your hotel, Hacienda Rumiloma, to rest up for your upcoming journey. Hacienda Rumiloma is poised on the western outskirts of Quito on the slopes of the Pichincha mountains: a peaceful paradise just outside the hustle and bustle of the city. This small but opulent establishment boasts only six rooms, which means that the staff can pamper and even spoil you during your visit. The hotel is full of delightful amenities. The rooms are full of history as well as gorgeous and unique furnishings including many antiques and numerous works of colonial art. The rooms have fireplaces, and hot water bottles are delivered to your room to keep you nice and toasty in the chilly nights. With its gourmet Ecuadoran cuisine and excellent service, the restaurant has a fabulous reputation both locally as well as among international travelers. In addition to the restaurant, the hacienda has a cantina, which it calls the “soul” of the establishment. Its combination of Irish and Ecuadoran elements creates a special atmosphere just right for relaxing with friends as you taste the extensive assortment of beer, cocktails, and spirits offered. The hotel even has birdwatching and hiking trails on site as it sits on some 100 acres with around 80 documented species of birds, in case you have an opportunity to explore the grounds. Overnight: Quito Suggested Hotel: Hacienda RumiLoma Meals: -/-/D