Chilcabamba Lodge, near Santa Rita Ecological Reserve, offers a natural retreat with garden views. Guests can borrow bikes to explore Pasachoa Forest Reserve or enjoy the arcade/game room. The lodge provides WiFi in common areas and knowledgeable staff.
Located in Machachi, Chilcabamba Lodge is in the mountains and near a boardwalk/promenade. Shoppers can check out Machachi Market, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Condor Machay Waterfall and Cotopaxi National Park. Santa Rita Ecological Reserve and Tesalia Springs Pool are two other places to visit that come recommended. Explore all the area has to offer with mountain biking, hiking/biking trails, and horse riding. Visit our Machachi travel guide
Lodge remodeled in 2022 and located near Cotopaxi National Park
Located close to Santa Rita Ecological Reserve and Condor Machay Waterfall, Chilcabamba Lodge provides a terrace, a firepit, and a garden. Active travelers can enjoy cycling at this lodge. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as an arcade/game room and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
Free self parking
Full breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
A gift shop, smoke-free premises, and tour/ticket assistance
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Chilcabamba Lodge boast thoughtful touches such as fireplaces, in addition to amenities like sound-insulated walls and free bottled water.
24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Free uncovered self parking on site
Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 16.25 for adults and USD 8.13 for children
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Couples/private dining
Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of USD 27.50; reservation required
Snack bar/deli
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Bicycle rentals
Bicycle storage
Cooking classes
Family friendly
Arcade/game room
Laundry facilities
Snack bar/deli
Soundproofed rooms
Supervised activities for children
Conveniences
Gift shop/newsstand
Guidebooks
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Water dispenser
Guest services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Firepit
Garden
In a national park
In the mountains
Outdoor furniture
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No elevator (single-level property)
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
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1 floor
3 buildings
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
Built in 2009
Communal living room
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
Double-glazed windows
Fireplace in lobby
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic water bottles
Renovated entire property - June 2022
Reusable cups
Reusable tableware
Smoking not allowed
Traditional architecture
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options
Water dispenser usage encouraged
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Private or shared bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Food and drink
Free bottled water
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Access via exterior corridors
Fireplace
Heating
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: USD 45 for check-in between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (7:00 AM - 9:00 PM)
Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Ecuador Value-Added Tax (VAT) at 15%. A VAT exemption is available to travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing they are not a resident of Ecuador.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 16.25 for adults and USD 8.13 for children
Airport shuttle fee: USD 75 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
Late check-in fee: USD 45 for check-in between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM
Hosted evening meal: USD 27.5
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: PayPal
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Property is also known as
Chilcabamba Lodge Machachi
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Frequently asked questions
Is Chilcabamba Lodge pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Chilcabamba Lodge?
As of Mar 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Chilcabamba Lodge on Mar 22, 2026 start from P7,660, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Chilcabamba Lodge?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 11:00 PM–
7:00 AM for a fee of USD 45.
What time is check-out at Chilcabamba Lodge?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Does Chilcabamba Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 75 per vehicle applies.
Where is Chilcabamba Lodge located?
Situated in a national park, this lodge is within 6 mi (10 km) of Santa Rita Ecological Reserve, Condor Machay Waterfall, and Cotopaxi National Park. Tesalia Springs Pool and Machachi Market are also within 12 mi (20 km).
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Reviews
Chilcabamba Lodge Reviews
9.8
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By far the best hotel we stayed at in Ecuador. We had expectations based on pics but the reality was even better.
Extremely clean, fabulous staff, very comfortable common area. Easy drive to the volcano.
Incredible place to stay, 2 nights was not enough. Jessica and the team really made me and my family very welcome. Excellent breakfast and dinner with amazing views of the 5 volcanoes and plenty of activities to do in the area. Would love to go back one day.
The stay at the lodge was out of this world. The staff are amazing and care for every need. Couldn’t fault a single thing! Food and drink was exceptional too! And the location is to be seen with your own eyes! Nothing can compare !
Amazing staff, food, view of cotopaxi, fireplace
My only feedback is investing in having quieter rooms because i can still hear others. Also, have more signs in the park to make it easier to find the hotel
Very quiet place with great service. The road to get there is not easy! But overall it helped our family relax with a fire place and great accommodation. Strongly recommended as in Ecuador the standards are not always consistent.
It is a beautiful place where you will enjoy the tranquility, the natural landscape and the warmth of the staff who work there. The logde is far from the road but it is worth it because you really disconnect from everything.
The staff is very attentive and always ready to help, I really hope to return sometime with my family when we think about vacations.
Thé Chilcabamba Lodge by far exceeded our expectations!!! The staff is incredibly helpful and friendly, the food is excellent and the dining room is warm and cosy. The lodge is an eclectic mix of hacienda with modern decor and design. The outside offers stunning views of Cotopaxi as well as Rumiñahui, Pasochoa and Sincholagua. Would definitely go back!
We spent two lovely nights at Chilcabamba. It's modern and comfortable, but also has character. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The lodge is in a spectacular setting in the countryside, with direct views of Cotopaxi but also another volcano, Pasochoa. Because of the altitude, the Cotopaxi area gets cool at night but the rooms have wood-burning stoves so stay warm. Chilcabamba also has a nice restaurant and comfortable lounge. Overall a lovely refuge on the fringes of the Cotapaxi national park. We hope to go back.
The hotel is a little bit challenging to reach. If you don't have an organized transportation, you should rent a SUV, since roads are partly really bumpy. But the place and the hotel are great. It is really quite and cosy. We had a fire place in our room. The food is good. And just after moving to another hotel not to far away we realized how great Chilcabamba was. We would like to come back immediately. We will miss it. So, if you need a nice place to disconnect from the was was world, Chilcabamba could be a good option for you.
My husband and I had the most outstanding stay. We stayed for 6 nights in total. Throughout the entire stay we felt so at home. Breakfast was a great quality as was the lunches, boxed lunches for trip days and the evening meals. Our room was super spacious, the fire was delightful and made it really cosy. Jessica helped arrange all our guides for hiking and visiting the Cotopaxi area. I would change nothing and would return again if I ever come back. The views were breathtaking and I don’t think the pictures on here really show how great the lodge is or the views, so you have a delightful surprise ahead of you if you book. We saw hummingbirds around the lodge and had really good local liquors to enjoy by the fire a night.
Beautiful lodge near Cotopaxi.
We loved our small wood fireplace in the room. A young gentleman would come to set up the fire everyday.
The unplanned highlight of the stay was actually a “stray“ dog. According to the receptionist, the dog does not belong to the lodge but shows up on the lodge property frequently.
The dog was there when we checked in. She (we think it’s a girl) somehow indicated to us to follow her. We had no activity planned, so we walked with her. For one hour, the dog led our mini hike and she sure knew the way well in that area. She was so intelligent, peaceful yet playful. It was an amazing experience. Our day and that walk would’ve been boring if the dog weren’t there. My partner was not a fan of dog but still fell deeply in love with her. Seemed other guests, especially solo ones, liked her company too.
Staff was all very kind and helpful. Horseriding in the national park was very beautiful, but previous riding experience highly recommended.
Lunch menu was a bit too simple. Real empanadas would be a good idea to add on the menu.
Like mentioned above, there aren’t much to do in the lodge, especially when the weather was bad. Extra activity would be nice: such as walk with the lodge dog :)
Beautiful lodge with amazing views of Cotopaxi. Rooms are cold, but have a very cosy wood-burning stove. Great place to explore the park and enjoy the tranquility of the area.
Absolutely beautiful location. The lodge itself is super cute and comfortable. The communication with the property was easy. The food was delicious. Would definitely stay here again and would love to spend more time relaxing by the fire.
A great place with quality food. The staff are super nice and helpful. The rooms are clean and spacious. The natural beauty around the hotel is breathtaking. Highly recommended. I would come back to this place.