Montanita

Travel Guide

Golden light falling on the cliffs near the beach town of Montanita, Ecuador
Golden light falling on the cliffs near the beach town of Montanita, Ecuador
The streets of Montanita. You can find all kinds of knick knacks here, even a hat made from coconut husks! There are also vendors selling all kinds of juices made from fresh fruit like guava, passionfruit, and mangoes. Over on the beach, there are places you can either take a surf lesson, or rent a surfboard and give yourself lessons for less than $10/hour! #market
#LifeAtExpedia Montañita Beach
Making ceviche in the streets of Montanita. A whole lot of things went into this to make it taste wonderful! #market
Hotel Kundalini

Hotel Kundalini

2.5 out of 5
Frente Al Mar, Pasando El Puente 2 Cuadr Manglaralto Santa Elena
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Manglaralto. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Montañita Beach and Montanita ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (278 reviews)
The resort is in a great location. Quiet and comfortable. Just a few minutes to the town for a bit more excitement. The service is exceptional in every respect.

Reviewed on 2025/12/13

Hotel Kundalini
Hotel Montañita

Hotel Montañita

2 out of 5
Avenida Quinta, Montañita Montañita Santa Elena
The price is NT$1,408 per night from Feb 24 to Feb 25
NT$1,408
NT$1,408 total
Feb 24 - Feb 25
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Manglaralto. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Montañita Beach and Montanita Point ...
6.6/10 (6 reviews)
Located perfectly. Close walk to everything Good energy polite staff

Reviewed on 2026/1/15

Hotel Montañita
Hotel Sol y Playa Montañita

Hotel Sol y Playa Montañita

2.5 out of 5
C. 10 de Agosto Manglaralto Montañita
Stay at this hotel in Manglaralto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Montañita Beach and Montanita Point ...
6.8/10 (8 reviews)
Colchón de las literas arriba las sábanas y almohadas con moho, falto más toalla para todas las personas

Reviewed on 2026/1/4

Hotel Sol y Playa Montañita
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Apartahotel wanderlust

Apartahotel wanderlust

2 out of 5
Montañita Manglaralto Santa Elena
Stay at this aparthotel in Manglaralto. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Montañita Beach and Montanita Point are located ...
Great spot

Reviewed on 2025/1/16

Apartahotel wanderlust
La Casa de Pio Pio

La Casa de Pio Pio

3 out of 5
Ruta del Spondylus No. 16 Manglaralto Santa Elena
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Manglaralto. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Montañita Beach and Olon Beach ...
La Casa de Pio Pio
Hermosa vista al Mar y a la Montaña I Cabañas Cochapunko

Hermosa vista al Mar y a la Montaña I Cabañas Cochapunko

3 out of 5
Via a la Loma, Ayampe Salango Manabí
Stay at this cabin in Salango. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attraction Ayampe Beach is located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (2 reviews)
Everything was clean and the views are amazing! The kitchen is a great place to gather, and the bathroom was especially well-done.

Reviewed on 2026/1/5

Hermosa vista al Mar y a la Montaña I Cabañas Cochapunko
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Montanita

4.6
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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5/5 - Excellent

Barb

What a fun town! Good restaurants. Good food. We had a great time.

5/5 - Excellent

CC

It was definitely the highlight of my travels in Ecuador

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I love this place. When i retired im moving to Montanita.

5/5 - Excellent

Rebecca

It's worth the trek from Quito

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

I hated the muddy unpaved road coming in. With all those hotels they surely could get together and do something.