Apartamentos Otorongo Cuenca Ecuador

Last Christmas Day the owner carried loaves of fresh Ecuadorian Christmas bread to each room! It's a beautiful place, one of a few riverfront properties. It's quiet; the owner keeps the property clean and safe. There are picnic areas (under palm and bamboo roofs for rai), where guests can peacefully sit outdoors, watching the river below, or go out and investigate Cuenca. The neighborhood is safe and fun, with tamale take out or dine in restaurants 5 minutes away, local stores for mineral water, bread (and ice cream), fruit shops, and the beautiful Andes, right there. The wonderful river walks, are steps away. And Hotel Apartamentos Otorongo is completely affordable, with free weekly maid service for long term visits.

If you are visiting Cuenca, I highly recommend staying at Apartamentos Otorongo. My wife, our 5-year-old son, and I just spent a month there and we are so thankful we made the right choice. Xavier, the owner, goes way above and beyond to make you feel welcome and comfortable. He even took us on a four-hour tour around the entire city to help orient us to the area. One guest suffered a broken leg while we were there, and he personally took them to the hospital and stayed to help with translation. He ended up knowing an orthopedic surgeon, who he called directly, and they got her sorted away within a few days- unbelievable! Additionally, we were able to meet so many other guests and have made some really great friends from there. The rooms are clean and have everything you need, and the grill and hammocks by the river were so great. Again, if you are considering coming to Cuenca, whether for a visit or to relocate your family here, do yourself a favor and book with Xavier at Otorongo!

My apartment was immaculate! The location is superb. Very quite, but within easy walking distance to the shops and restaurants of El Centro historical district. The best part is the hosts, Xavier and Samara are encyclopedias of hiking, climbing, canyoneering, and biking routes and activities around Southern and central Ecuador! For any visitor the location and beautiful setting is worth a stay. For the adventurous, tapping into the hosts knowledge is priceless!