Hacienda Cusin

What an absolutely heavenly hotel! We had been recommended to stay here so we booked 2 nights, but immediately fell in love with this amazing place and booked an extra night. The gardens are a delight to wander around and the public areas are so majestic. You get a real sense of being transported to an altogether different time in history, but with great service and facilities at the same time. The food they serve in the restaurant is probably the best (and healthiest) we have had in Ecuador. Much of the produce is from their extensive vegetable garden too. Whilst all the food is of a very high standard, we can definitely recommend the trout. It was simply the best we’ve ever tasted! We will surely return to this absolute paradise! Thank you to all the staff here for making our stay truly memorable ☺️

Wonderful property and extremely attentive staff

Hacienda Cusin, a historic estate founded in 1602 and converted into a country inn in 1990, offers a unique blend of colonial charm and natural beauty. The meticulously maintained gardens and antique-adorned interiors create an enchanting atmosphere that transports guests to a bygone era. However, some aspects of the property show signs of aging, and the dining experience could benefit from a more diverse menu. I would have loved to give 5 star rating to this property, if not for the lack of recreational facilities LOCATION:Nestled near Otavalo, Ecuador, Hacienda Cusin provides easy access to the famous Otavalo markets, majestic volcanoes, serene lakes, and rich indigenous culture. The surrounding landscape offers ample opportunities for exploration and immersion in local traditions. DINE + DRINK: The on-site restaurant serves a variety of dishes, including international options like chicken nuggets and sandwiches. While the food is satisfactory, the menu is a bit limited and lacks enough choices of traditional Ecuadorian cuisine, which could enhance the dining experience. ROOM: We stayed in one of the rooms across the restaurant & bar , so this review is based on that; SIZE: Spacious enough for 2 adults and simple baggage; VIEW: ; AIR-CON: Perfectly functioning cooler that helped in setting the perfect room temperature; BED: Comfortable bed that played the expected part of putting us to sleep; BATHROOM:Good sized bathroom with a Stand-in shower; TOILETRIES:Good quality toiletries FACILITIES: No Gym or pool on site. However, the hacienda boasts beautiful gardens, a vegetable garden, and various nooks and crannies to explore, providing a tranquil retreat for guests. The Horse Stables is a must visit during your stay. SERVICE: Friendly staff that cared for all our needs with a smile and made us feel pampered and well taken care of. Special Shout-out to HECTOR and ROMEIRO from the restaurant HOW WIRED YOU WILL BE: Free Wi-Fi that works well all over the property, and the speed is good! No Television in the room

Where do I start? The grounds are so beautiful with so many nooks and crannies to explore and enjoy. Including in the grounds is the vegetable garden, which looks and tastes (breakfast and dinners) scrumptious. Speaking of food, the meals were very good! We definitely looked forward to the three-course dinners. Let's speak after dinner now! The turndown service makes your room feel so comfortable with the water water bottle under your sheets and a fire roaring. The coziness of the fire helps you drift off to a nice sleep after a hard day hiking calderas in the surrounding area or shopping the Otavalo market. During the day, after an adventure, we'd sit in a library or on a porch reading or playing cards. We also tried our hand at table tennis but skipped out on playing pool. Please also go explore the Monastery and find the llamas. Overall, we absolutely loved our three nights at Hacienda Cusin and look forward to coming back on our next trip to Ecuador.

This was a lovely day trip for lunch. It is a magical place with a lot of history. Spectacular service. The waiters knew the history of their ancestors, which they proudly shared with us. The food was delicious, plus the waiter knew about wine as well as how to serve it, he knew how to perfectly describe each dish and how to serve them perfectly on the table. We also did some horseback riding in the hotel's woodland and saw spectacular views of Lake San Pablo. Our horseback guide was, also very helpful. We loved this trip, the local people are proud of their history and the service was first class. Fuimos por el día a almorzar. Es un lugar mágico con mucha historia. El servicio espectacular. Los meseros sabían la historia de su pueblo, la que con mucho orgullo la compartían con nosotras. La comida deliciosa, además que el mesero sabía de vinos además de como servirlo, Sabía describir perfectamente cada plato y como servirlos perfectamente en la mesa. También cabalgamos en los bosques del hotel y vimos unas espectaculares vistas del Lago San Pablo. Nuestro guía a caballo, también muy servicial. Nos encantó este paseo, la gente local orgullosa de su historia y el servicio de primera,

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