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Marco's place in Quito was the perfect sanctuary from which we explored this wonderful city. While the view is fantastic, the layout of his home is very open and beautiful. The kitchen was very useful - fully stocked with all things needed for cooking the wonderful food purchased at Mercado Central. I cannot image a better place to stay in Quito. Very highly recommended.Tom2017-03-12T00:00:00Z
We had a delightful time in Quito! Marco's place was very comfortable and conveniently located. The view was incredible and definitely our favorite part! If we were to venture back to Quito, we'd definitely stay here again.Kellyn2017-03-19T00:00:00Z
Marco made us feel welcome by first arranging our transport from the airport then leaving a welcome sign with our name on the door of the apartment. The apartment was beautiful, just as advertised, and was within walking distance from everything in the historic center of Quito. The neighborhood was beautiful, the people kind and helpful. Segundo, the doorman, arranged our taxi to meet our hiking group at the end of our stay. Marco answered my texts quickly and with good tips and information. I am only sorry were not about to meet him in person to thank him for sharing his lovingly restored space.Faye2016-07-11T00:00:00Z
This is one of the most beautiful apartments we have ever stayed in. The views from the terrace and the kitchen are wonderful (the downside of that is the climb up the hill to the apartment). The photos are very accurate, Marco responded quickly to all emails and Segundo (concierge) is really helpful. The apartment is very well equipped and it is EXCELLENT value for Quito Old Town - I wish we could have stayed longer.jill2016-03-16T00:00:00Z
First of all our reservation was at very short notice and thanks to Marco immediately responding to our request and organizing everything to make the apartment ready we could move in the next day which was just perfect. We had a very warm welcome by Segundo and he provided water and even fruit. Thank you! The apartment itself is brilliant and even better than what is mentioned in the description. We loved the minimalistic style very much and the view over the historic center is just breathtaking. If there were 6 stars available we would vote 6.Volker2014-09-22T00:00:00Z
Marco was not there but the doorman Segundo helped us with everything we needed, even with my limited spanish and his nonexistent english. Beautiful view, close to many colonial churches with spectacular if not over-the-top interiors. Would definitely stay again if ever in Quito again.John2014-10-20T00:00:00Z
This apartment is a gem! We absolutely loved everything about it -- the location in Centro Historico, the amazing views, the quiet and privacy and not least of all the warm hospitality and helpfulness of our hosts, Mario and Iciar. We are very grateful for the experience!Frank2016-02-24T00:00:00Z
Marco's apartment is absolutely incredible. We felt like locals staying in his beautifully designed flat. The breathtaking view didn't hurt either! Marco and Segundo were very helpful making sure we were taken care of during our stay. For anyone visiting Quito, be it your first time or your 10th, Marco's apartment is a must!Maja2016-03-28T00:00:00Z
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Quito, Pichincha, Ecuador
This is a fantastic place to stay in Puerto Lopez. Breakfast every morning was delicious and peaceful while staring at the breathtaking view of the ocean from the patio. The apartment is huge, enough for a large family. The deck has hammocks, swing, and a lounge chair that is perfect for relaxing. Marianella and her husband were very kind and helpful. I can't recommend this place highly enough.Matthew2016-11-19T00:00:00Z
Mary's house is in the beautiful, with breathtaking views. It is located in the hill and come to evil with today even walking. Maria in Mauro and their three children are a wonderful family, friendly, hospitable, helpful and prepare excellent breakfasts!Mara2016-07-19T00:00:00Z
A neat and warm welcome. An effective and fluid communication. A spacious, comfortable with a beautiful terrace with stunning views of Puerto Lopez (especially at sunset). Breakfasts and dinners taken on the terrace. I highly recommend this accommodation! Thank you to Marianella and her husband for their availability and welcome!alexandra2017-04-15T00:00:00Z
As I mentioned in the previous evaluation we felt so comfortable the days we were in the apartment we decided to stay a little longer. The place is beautiful and super friendly hosts. We very much appreciate having us.Jerónimo2015-02-16T00:00:00Z
This stay felt magical. First, Marianella and husband are amazing people. Very attentive, sweet and kind-hearted! Second, the place... the apartment was absolutely amazing. My friends and I felt a certain peace and relaxation rarely achieved elsewhere... rustic and spacious with beautiful views! Super clean and all necessary ammenities... beautiful breakfast terrace with breathtaking views of the city and a yummy homemade breakfast made to order by the hosts... it is far from town but mototaxis are readily available for $1-1.50... If I could rate them 6 stars out of 5, I would!! Thank you Marianella! La verdad que es un lugar mágico, con vistas alucinantes... el departamento es rústico, muy limpio, cómodo, con mucho espacio, y relajante... Marianella y su esposo son muy buenas personas con una energía positiva única y disponibles para nuestras dudas... sin duda fue una estadía mágica y única. El desayuno es casero y delicioso! Muuuy recomendados... volveremos! Está un poco lejos del pueblo pero los mototaxis resuelven ese problema ($1-1.50)... si les pudiera dar 6 estrellas de 5 lo haría!Nicolas2017-01-14T00:00:00Z
Property met all expectations. Very clean and comfortable, ideal for groups of 3+. Great disposition and attitude by Marianella, who was very accommodating. A bit of a walk from town, but sorted easily by the moto taxis. Strongly recommend it!Patricio2016-12-05T00:00:00Z
Marianella was an absolutely fantastic host. She made dinner the night we got in even though it was later than the time to order and it was amazing. She always made sure we were comfortable and had a way of getting around. We loved talked to her in the mornings at breakfast and she was just so genuine. The porch was a great place to relax after a long day. A great place to stay for all those passing through!Kailee2016-09-03T00:00:00Z
Marianella and Mauro have welcomed us with great cordiality have treated us as friends in every detail and interested in our opinion relative to the housing and people. The delicious and abundant breakfast tasted Mauro traditional pasta at night on the terrace, a pleasure. The house is beautiful, spacious, filled with handcrafted details in its construction that made me stop and watch curiously hundred times. The sunsets on the terrace are unforgettable, endless in its sequence of colors. Both loved the apartment we decided to modify the trip and stay two nights more than we had plannedJerónimo2015-02-14T00:00:00Z
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Puerto Lopez, Manabi, Ecuador
Lovely apartment in a nice building with secure access in a good location. The check in was easy as we arranged airport pickup. The apartment had all the necessities including a separate toilet to the ensuite bathroom. The shower was good, the bed was comfy. The balcony gave great views to the mountains and over Quito Was walking distance to Plaza Foch where there plenty of nightlife. Highly recommendedCraig2017-05-28T00:00:00Z
The Jorge's place is very, very confortable, well equiped, and very well localized. It is close of every thing we may need. The cleaning is perfect. And hosters is very attention and prompt to help us. I love his place. And now we are friends. PerfectJuliane2014-12-11T00:00:00Z
Hands down best place in Quito. If you're lucky enough to be able to book this place do so immediately.Russ2016-03-03T00:00:00Z
Jorge is an amazing host, couldn't ask for anyone better. The apartment is incredible. I 100% recommend staying there. It has everything you need. Location is central and building is very safe and secure. The view is also stunning.Emily2015-11-20T00:00:00Z
Highly recommended. Fantastic views from this 10th floor apartment in a secured building. The entrance is staffed 24 hours by a security guard. A security keycard is used to operate the building elevators. There are two bathrooms: a half-bath with toilet and sink off of the main living area; a full bath consisting of toilet, sink, and double size shower stall off of the bedroom. Great water pressure and plenty of hot water in the shower. We were grateful to have use of the full size Whirlpool top-loading washer and dryer in the building's basement. We obtained the laundry room key from the security guard at the building entrance. The washer and dryer were free to use, no coins needed to operate them. It was a pleasure to prepare meals on the four-burner electric induction cooktop. I want one after having used it! Just as mentioned in some of the other reviews for this apartment, Jorge and Elena followed up with us several times during our five day stay to check that everything was okay. I would definitely stay here again.Dale2017-05-25T00:00:00Z
All excellent. Conveniently located. We spent lovely.Natalia2017-04-27T00:00:00Z
Jorge's apartment was EXACTLY what we were looking for, and Jorge was SO responsive to us, making sure we had everything we needed for a perfect stay. 5.0 out of 5.0 Stars! Jorge gave us great tips about what to do during our stay, and he even offered to take us on a day trip on his day off. I've rented a lot of AirBNB apartments over the year, and he's definitely in the top 5% of all hosts... stay here.Scott2015-10-02T00:00:00Z
I had been living in Quito for 2.5 months before my stay here and let me tell you -- it was incredible! The apartment was stocked with snacks, local coffee, and everything was so clean. This was better than any high-end hotel you could ever pay for in Quito -- trust me. The location is perfect, just a hill down from the Ecovia and a $2 cab ride from Centro Historico. Super close to La Foch and in a safe neighborhood. Jorge sent a text once a day to check in and his homestay has set the bar for me in regard to airBNB. The view of the city at day/night is stunning. Thank you so much for this fantastic airBNB. I had an out of town guest who was so impressed and Jorge's apartment made a genuine first impression of Quito. Thank you!Teddy2016-07-31T00:00:00Z
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Entire home/apt
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Quito, Pichincha, Ecuador
I Appreciated the time in the flat, with its magnificent view. Ivan fetched me at the airport as scheduled and everything was fine.mehdi2015-04-24T00:00:00Z
The hosts were very friendly. They left the keys as agreed. The apartment was very clean and tidy. It is a beautiful apartment facing the Carolina Park, in a quiet and safe area. three bedrooms with three comfortable beds. We really enjoyed our stay in Quito.Maria2015-11-02T00:00:00Z
We enjoyed our stay tremendously. Ivan is a great host . I used their airport pick up service at 4:30 AM which worked out great and the rate is comparable to a taxi. The place is as shown on the pictures . Very comfortable, spacious and with stunning views of the city and mountains . I will definitively stay here again ! 5 ***** !Gonzalo2016-01-30T00:00:00Z
Fenomenal, viviria ahi :)Irving2017-05-08T00:00:00Z
I want to thank Ivan and Kassie for their hospitality. Our trip to Quito was amazing and going back to such a cozy apartment really made a difference. The view is amazing both during the day and night. The location is amazing so you can travel all around the city no problem. Next time I go to Quito I will stay again at Ivan and Kassie´s apartment.Jun Il (Pedro)2015-05-22T00:00:00Z
First of all, I wish to commend Kass and Ivan for excellent communication! Thank you so much for being so patient with answering all our queries and flexible with dates and arrangements. We arrived late at night and the guard at the front desk was so kind as to hand us the keys and graciously showed us how to work the elevator and entry into the luxurious apartment. We opened the door and was immediately rendered speechless while taking in the amazing expansive view from the living room! We couldn't have picked such a strategic location. The building overlooks Parque La Carolina and right across from stop #2 of the Hop On Hop Off Quito City Tour. Lots of choice restaurants in the area and quick stroll to select shopping malls. All in all - an excellent choice for discerning guests. If we are so lucky and get a second chance to visit Quito, we would love to stay here again!Iva2015-09-16T00:00:00Z
Great place great cows great location! Can't get much better in Quito!Lucie2015-05-15T00:00:00Z
Ivan and Kassie were wonderful hosts. Ivan met us and showed us around the neighborhood so we could orientate ourselves to our surroundings even though it was late at night. The apartment is very comfortable and the view is breath taking. The location is very safe as well. Ivan checked in with us to make sure everything was going well and when we had a small problem with the Internet he fixed it right away. I would recommend this apartment to whomever is visiting Quito. Thank you Ivan and KassiePatricia2015-06-01T00:00:00Z
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Entire home/apt
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Quito, Pichincha, Ecuador
Amy and Morongo took great care of us. When help needed like getting transport to the next destination they helped us out! The jungla bungalows was a very cool experience. First time staying in bamboo hut for us. We had a great time in Mompiche also thanks to Mallory and Neal who are helping out there at the moment.Paul2015-03-09T00:00:00Z
Very pleasant stay: The place where the cabins are located is beautifully integrated into the environment, enabling the tranquility we wanted, both in the surrounding landscape and the accommodation itself. They have hammocks in the cabins, but the truth give a pleasant moment of relaxation, listening only the sound of the wildlife that lives in the environment. The attention of the staff was very friendly and attentive. They also have a bar next to the beach, where you can have a beer while you hear the sound of the waves. The village is very quiet, where people are very close and you can lunch and snacks cheap. We are delighted to know Monpiche and Jungle Bungalows, recommended for a quiet space in your daily life.MANUEL2015-11-30T00:00:00Z
The Cabañita is very nice and comfortable. Is one block from the main street Mompiche, allowing rest and in turn be close to everything. People are very friendly and provide very good service. What is key is that the bed has a mosquito net covertor to sleep easy as there are many!Carolina2016-02-14T00:00:00Z
The place is amazing! The pure Bali style bungalows, cute details and the garden. Very friendly hosts, we loved everything, and hang Mompiche is a magical town with many choices of bars and vegetarian food too;) Super recommendedBeatrice2015-10-12T00:00:00Z
Had a fantastic time in La Jungla! The bungalows are beautiful and we loved falling asleep to the sound of the ocean just outside the window! Amy and Morongo were extremely helpful in preparing for our trip and the whole stay went very smoothly. A wonderful experience overall.Daniela2015-05-15T00:00:00Z
My stay at La Jungla was great, the listing on airbnb is accurate. Morongo and Amy is very well known locally and have a lot of friends, they will go out of there way to assist and help you. Amy, Morongo thank you for introducing me to your friends this has really made my trip to Ecuador a great one.Francois2015-06-23T00:00:00Z
Amy and Morongo are great people. A very nice and unique night in mompiche. I loved the outdoor bathroom and little cabana was great. Amy gave me a great recommendation for hiking nearby as I was only there for a day.Jeff2015-07-18T00:00:00Z
This is a very magical, full of vegetation and color place. The bungalows are beautiful and very comfortable. The attention of the very kind and friendly place. Super We had our stay in the tropical jungle of Mompiche and we are already looking forward to returning.Micaela2015-08-29T00:00:00Z
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Mompiche, Esmeraldas, Ecuador
Perfect! The apartment is very nice, one espetacular view and very charmoso neighborhood. David is a very good and also very friendly host! I absolutely recommend posso!Jens2014-06-02T00:00:00Z
Very quiet placeEl Carlitos2015-10-10T00:00:00Z
David department is spectacular. The location is excellent, 5 minutes from La Mariscal near the González Suárez, all options to enjoy the best of Quito, restaurants, shopping, supermarkets. I stayed a few nights but decided to extend my stay for the convenience of the site. David is a host unbelievable, attentive, cordial, friendly, was always ready to make the experience perfect. I always try to walk back to Quito to this department and personally greet David. 10/10Carlos2014-04-30T00:00:00Z
Amazing apartment with a great view of the city (wait till you get in the bedroom!). When we arrived everything was clean and in order, the kitchen is very well equipped, the bed is comfortable and the hammock spot in the living room is a very appreciated feature. The location is super quiet and safe and close to everything you might need. David was also kind enough to upgrade the internet connection to a faster one during our stay of 1 month, the wifi was good even if sometimes was not working properly for short period of time.Stefano2016-06-28T00:00:00Z
what can I say, David is a great host. everything that was posted on the reviews here are on point. the apartment has an amazing view including the best view from the bedroom. the neighborhood is excellent, many good eats. if your looking for authentic Ecuadorian food at reasonable prices, walk down to the 6th de Octubre Ave and hang a left. about 150 ft you'll find cozy local spot for breakfast. all in all, we were very satisfied with the apt and David is a great host.Patrick2016-09-03T00:00:00Z
David's apartment was really nice and comfortable ! Great location and he was really helpful all the time. Excellent place to stay with your family or couple! I would definitely recommendedOscar2016-11-14T00:00:00Z
David was fantastic. His communication was proactive prior to us arriving and frequent and reactive to our needs once we had arrived. The neighborhood is full of many restaurants and is very walkable/safe. You are a $5 taxi from Old Town and a $25 taxi to the airport. Thank you, David.Ben2016-04-29T00:00:00Z
This apartment is a great place to stay in Quito: located very close to public transportation and plenty of places within walking distance. David is a fantastic host - very responsive and willing to help with details extending beyond the apartment. He arranged for transport from the airport to the apartment, making my arrival very easy. The view of Cotopaxi from the bedroom is spectacular! An amazing way to start the day. I would definitely stay here again if I travel to Quito again.Katie2015-11-14T00:00:00Z
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Entire home/apt
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Quito, Pichincha, Ecuador
We couldn't be happier with our stay. Lionel met us at the airport and gave us a guided tour through the area while driving us to the cabin. Katty and Lionel made us feel very welcome, comfortable and safe, and so did their dog and llama. The place is so beautiful that it is hard to leave, but there are many things to do in the area, and Katty and Lionel are happy to provide excursions, transportation, and other needs.Jessica2016-05-27T00:00:00Z
The best accommodation in the area of Otavalo. Stunning views, peace, vegetation. Simply spectacular. There transport 5 minutes walk to go to Atuntaqui Atuntaqui and you can get where you want. Lionel and Katty also offer shuttle service to Otavalo, Cotacachi, Ibarra, Atuntaqui. Excellent hosts :) Thank you for all has been a pleasure to share these days with you !!!Eva i Ana2015-11-24T00:00:00Z
We spent a great day at the cottage on the hill. The place is truly magical. Between towering mountains, with a magnificent view and tranquility. A perfect place to spend a few days relaxing and enjoying nature. And most importantly, the hosts are excellent people. Definitely will repeat our stay on the hill! Maribel i Miquel (Barcelona) We spent great days at the cottage on the hill (the little house on the hill). The place is really magic. Between amazing mountains, with a great view and a lot of peace and quietness. A perfect place to relaxing and enjoying nature. And the Most Important thing: the hosts are excellent people. Definitely, we will repeat our stay at the house on the hill! Maribel & Miquel (Barcelona)Rodolfo2014-08-28T00:00:00Z
Our stay at Pucara B&B was the best. It's location was perfect for visiting nearby Otavalo and Cotacachi, and the surrounding natural attractions, but allowed us to be in the peaceful countryside to experience the day-to-day lives of local people. Outside of the accommodation, there are no tourists in the community of Pucara (which was great) The local people are a little surprised to see obvious outsiders, but all give warm greetings as you pass. Our hosts, Katty & Lionel were so accommodating and gracious. Lionel picked us up from the airport outside Quito at 3:30 AM, and was a great guide when we joined him on two tours. Lionel is also a generous resource for touring around independently. Katty's knowledge of the history of the area and country were great, and her warm personality is infectious. Having a University educated and certified Spanish teacher who speaks great English as a host is a bonus, too. Let's not forget Rocky the lovable guard dog and Sammy the sweet-natured llama, who's mischief provided free daily entertainment. We enjoyed our visit here so much that we decide to extend our stay a few extra days, moving to the smaller cabana. Despite the fact that we are heading to the Galapagos tomorrow, we are actually quite sad to be leaving Pucara and especially Katty and Lionel's place. If you are visiting the Andean Highlands this is a wonderful place to stay!Alison2015-08-05T00:00:00Z
Katty and Leo are warm and welcoming hosts, always willing to help immediately when we needed it. The cabin is quiet and private on top of a hill with fantastic views. For rainy coolish days there is a fireplace, the kitchen is stocked up with necessaries and more. For kids and adults alike there are ample opportunities to pet rabbits, guinea pigs, dog, cat and Sammy the Llama. I am in love with Sammy. If I come back to Otavalo valley I want to stay here again!Iris2016-04-12T00:00:00Z
This is by far the best Airbnb place we've ever stayed. It was extremely beautiful, well located and had great views of the mountains around. Leo and Katty were very nice hosts. The cabin was perfect. When I come back I'm definitely staying here!Enrique2016-07-31T00:00:00Z
We have stayed in about 20 airbnb places, many of them great. This was our favorite overall. The cabin and the setting are very nice but the host couple clinched it. The list is very long, including driving us to and picking up from the airport and local sights, guiding hikes, for very reasonable fees; these made everything much easier and allowed us to use our time well. They supplied firewood, cooked us a local delicacy (cuy) from their own farm, were available by phone at all times. Plus they are really sweet. I could go on but you get the picture.James and Seong2015-04-23T00:00:00Z
I had a nice stay here, the Cabaña was really comfortable and cosy. Katty and her family were great to be with, they were so friendly and nice to be with. The Cabaña is surrounded by farmland and is quiet and relaxing with good views as well.Paul2014-03-14T00:00:00Z
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Entire home/apt
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Otavalo, Imbabura, Ecuador
What a great place to stay!! Marcos place is beautiful and he is a fantastic host! The convenience of being so close to the bus terminal and airport is why we booked but the level of comfort and professionalism was a plus! Marcos was very helpful with some questions we had. If you are in Guayaquil for a quick stop or a few days, this would be a great place for you! Quick walk to the buses or airport but also central to get to the Waterfront or Shopping!Shawn2015-07-22T00:00:00Z
As always a very good care and all very comfortable, we hope to return soon.Richard2016-05-12T00:00:00Z
I was in and out and about but overall very thankful! It was very cozy and safe. Would definitely recommend. Should I have known about his accommodation earlier I would have began to stay there earlier. Thank you Marcos! See you soon!Noemi2015-10-13T00:00:00Z
Marcos and his brother are excellent hosts, always willing to help! We were escorted to / from Aereopuerto! The room has a large bed and very comfortable! Thanks Mark for leave to buy us dinner despite the hour!Ricardo2015-09-20T00:00:00Z
I received excellent care of Mark, a very gentle person. The perfect and safe place. The apartment is nicer than the photographs indicate, safely back soon.Jessica2016-05-18T00:00:00Z
All very well. Mark is very friendly, comfortable and clean. It is a very good option very close to the airport in GuayaquilGaston2015-03-04T00:00:00Z
Marcos and his bro are awesome. Our original flight (landing us in GYE at 8:30pm) was totally canceled because of weather and we got stuck on a flight that put us in GYE at 1:00am!! We then had to spend over an hour going through immigration, but Marcos and his bro still came and picked us up in the middle of the night, helped us with our stuff and everything. Such wonderful guys. The accommodation is very nice, and you can't beat the location. I am looking forward to my next stay with Marcos :-)Caitlin2015-07-16T00:00:00Z
All excellent. Many thanks!Luciano2017-01-21T00:00:00Z
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Private room
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Guayaquil, Guayas, Ecuador
Everything was as expected; I really liked the apartment, and enjoyed it fully. I had a little problem using hot water; I asked for help by (SENSITIVE CONTENTS HIDDEN) Diego, gave me directions to solve it, and finally I knew that everything was in order, but I was using the taps upside down !! : O In my country it is in reverse. And I mention this little anecdote, because Diego was very friendly and willing to help me solve, and went through a cultural issue rather than the department. All excellent. It would take. Thanks Diego! They made me feel at home.Liz2016-09-09T00:00:00Z
Diego's apartment was perfect. Very spacious and modern. Right next to a great park. La Casa Tomada, the restaurant across the street, is delicious and cool. There is a huge mall and grocery store nearby. All sights can be reached by taxi (easily hailed) for $5 or less. Great stay!Eleni2017-01-04T00:00:00Z
What an incredible spot to find oneself! I could not recommend this apartment or these hosts more highly. Diego was welcoming, accommodating and communicative throughout my stay, and the apartment was perfectly equipped with everything that I needed. The area is lovely and gives one good access to much of what Quito has to offer, and building staff were friendly and helpful as well. Thank you Diego!Victoria2016-04-01T00:00:00Z
Diego's apartment is beautiful with a great location. Check-in and check-out were very easy. Diego was quick with messaging and answered all questions. A wonderful host and AirBnB!Christina2017-03-12T00:00:00Z
Diego thank you very much for everything. Fantastic experience, nice apartment, very warm and comfortable. Back in the future!Luis2016-08-09T00:00:00Z
It was great stay in this house. I will choose this house when i will be come here in quito again.Seunghoon2017-02-28T00:00:00Z
Diego's apartment is fabulous. For business or pleasure, you won't find a better location, quality or value in Quito. In the middle of everything, but just far enough off the busy avenues, the apartment is quiet, cozy and clean. The building is brand new and all facilities are in excellent working condition. We especially enjoyed the indoor heated pool and steam and sauna baths. Please try to keep this place a close held secret!Kevin2016-05-16T00:00:00Z
Diego was responsive and always accessible.Truls2016-10-08T00:00:00Z
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Entire home/apt
Property Type
Quito, Pichincha, Ecuador
The entire process was perfect...from booking, to communications, to the location, reasonable cost, and to the apartment itself. This apartment was very clean and had everything one needs. It was relatively easy to find (if you understand the address system in Quito), underground secured parking, wifi, a comfortable bed, great views, and plenty of English channels on TV. The security guard staff were very friendly and helpful. Whenever I had a question, Milton replied very quickly. The only 'not-so-great' part of the apt is the street traffic noise that woke me up at 6am every morning. But, noise is the norm in Quito, unfortunately. Bring earplugs.Dano2014-08-02T00:00:00Z
Doctor Milton went above and beyond to accommodate us and making our stay pleasant. He was available to tour the city and pick you up from the airport for a decent fee. He also advised me about the lovely restaurants in the area and what to avoid. The view of the apartments was absolutely beautiful and the apartment was ample enough for more people, and completely equipped for a long term stay.Maria2017-03-10T00:00:00Z
This is a lovely, spacious, 2-bedroom, 2-bath, apartment in a great location in Quito. The apartment is beautiful, completely and tastefully furnished, with all the amenities (even washer and dryer). The building has enhanced security with 24-hour doorman. We especially loved the view and sitting on the balcony, which is a great feature, rather uncommon in Quito. Milton, the owner, was a very gracious and responsive host.Vasilios2014-12-28T00:00:00Z
Magnificent stay. Apartment exactly as pictured. Spotless and comfortably laid out. Phenomenal view of Quito's landscape that highlights its beauty. Upscale neighborhood with parks, mall, supermarkets and good restaurants nearby. Milton and his family were warm and accommodating; they perfectly capture the hospitality that uniquely characterizes Ecuadorean people. Milton went above and beyond to help me with a separate issue I had. Even the security guards of the building were helpful. Thank you. Highly recommend! Maravillosa estadia. El apartamento es exactamente como en las fotos. Muy limpio y comodo. El apartamento tiene una vista espectacular de Quito que resalta su belleza. Esta ubicada en buen barrio con tiendas, parques y sitios de comida cerca. Milton y su familia fueron muy acojedores; ellos capturan la esencia de amabilidad de la gente Ecuatoriana. Milton fue muy profesional en ayudarme con una gestion que tenia. Incluso los guardias del edificio ofrecieron buena asistencia. Gracias. Realmente fue un placer!Cristina2016-08-20T00:00:00Z
The apartment is very beautiful, comfortable, with quality details, excellent location, a spectacular view of Quito. It has everything you need and more than you need to be really comfortableRosanna2017-02-06T00:00:00Z
This review is actually for a different location that Milton owns. After double checking that out early arrival check in time would work we found that it would not due to the previous tenant of the airbnb leaving late themselves. So that is a must that you should check up on before you arrive. Milton was very good and accommodating us at another apartment of his nearby though. The apartment which he set us up at was a very nice apartment with 3 rooms and 3 bathrooms, very nicely furnished. It was a very secure apartment with a lot of security, much like all other high end apartment buildings in the city financial district area. You get a great view from the roof top which you can access thru the elevator. I'm sure you could go up there and have a drink or two with friends, but at the same time may be too cold on the 13th floor for that. Overall I really appreciate how accommodating Milton was with this reservation and how he and his family worked as hard as they could to make our one night stay as comfortable as possible for us.Luis2015-02-25T00:00:00Z
We originally booked this apartment for 2 nights and upon arrival found that it was nice, as shown in the pictures. Due to our Galapagos trip dates changing we emailed Milton to see if we could extend our stay. His responding email suggested this would be OK, but 2 days before we were expecting to move out, Milton told us that the apartment had been double booked and we had to immediately move out. Due to other tour commitments we did not have time to look for other accommodation, and although Milton found us a new apartment in the same building, it only had one bedroom and one bed, but there were 4 of us. He did provide a single air mattress, but no sheets, rugs and pillows. What should have been an enjoyable stay turned out to be disappointing.Tony2015-05-22T00:00:00Z
This apartment Is beautiful, and so are the views. Great location and staff really friendly. Remember your swimming hat if you're going to use the pool! Great Airbnb!!Cara2017-02-19T00:00:00Z
Room type
Entire home/apt
Property Type
Quito, Pichincha, Ecuador
Zilpa and Santiago are lovely and caring hosts. The house and room are wonderful, a welcome difference to other Ecuadorian architecture... While having breakfast you can watch hummingbirds fly around and have a nice view of Cuenca. Only a little away from town itself, the bus takes about 25 minutes to the center (25 ct) Would highly recommend!Nick2016-11-06T00:00:00Z
This place is a gem! So peaceful and beautiful , easy access to public transit , very sweet town with excellent hot springs within walking distance . Zilpa and Santiago are wonderful hosts! I would highly recommend staying here !!sarah2017-01-09T00:00:00Z
Santiago and Zilpa were wonderful hosts. They were gracious and very helpful at all times. They even came into Cuenca to pick us up. In addition the house is one of the most beautiful places we have ever stayed in. Every piece, including the furniture, were handmade by Santiago. I highly recommend this as a place to stay, especially if you're trying to get away from the city for a while.Daniel2015-03-02T00:00:00Z
Host felt us welcomed by sending some one to airport to pick us.She did not (URL HIDDEN) was 4x4 truck.when we reached the place,we realized that is the the only way to reach house up the hill.drive is treacherous up the hill.No taxi can climb that steep climb.walking up the hill takes a toll.I had to stop and catch my breath 3-4 times while climbing up and 1-2 times coming down.arun2016-02-05T00:00:00Z
The listing was accurate and the place was beyond awesome. Zilpa and Santiago are beautiful people.Veronica2014-11-05T00:00:00Z
I never actually met Lorena, but her parents, Zilpa & Santiago, who own the home and live there along with their son Pedro, are all wonderful, friendly, helpful people. Even though they don't speak much English, we managed to communicate and had a good time with their extended family, sharing meals and even dancing in the kitchen one night! They were kind enough to lead us a back way out of town to the road to Cajas and keep our car safe in their gated compound. Although they actually live in Banos, which is a bit of a ways from downtown Cuenca, the views and warmth of their personalities is more than worth it and highly recommended, as are the delicious breakfasts.SueAnn2014-03-10T00:00:00Z
Zilpah and Santiago and his family are jewels. We enjoyed our stay with them immensely.Karen2016-06-05T00:00:00Z
I received a very warm welcome at the airport by Lorena when arrived who took me to their home in Banos. Both Santiago and Zilpa are wonderful hosts, made me feel part of the family right away. Their home is very beautiful. But there is a pretty steep hill to walk up to their home which might be difficult if you're elderly or not in shape. However, Santiago was starting to fix it when I was leaving so that taxis will be able to drop you off to the door instead of having to walk it. Banos is a very small town, it's highlight are the thermal spas.Lynne2014-11-20T00:00:00Z
Room type
Private room
Property Type
Cuenca, Azuay, Ecuador
Gulnara was a great host. She waited at the dock for us to arrive so that she could show us the way to her place, which is conveniently in between the town and the dock. Breakfast was custom made in the morning based on our preferences, and at any time requested. Gulnara helped us look for tours and plan out our stay. Also, Gulnara's husband is a guide who loves to talk about his experiences with the Galapagos. We loved the place and Isabela so much we extended our stay!Dennis2015-07-10T00:00:00Z
I had a wonderful experience staying with Gulnara and her husband. You really are a royal guest. The room is huge, spotlessly clean, and wonderfully maintained. It was a treat to have both AC for the hot days and a ceiling fan for the nice mornings. The location is only 5 min walk from the towns'main street and is on a very quiet road. The breakfast was amazing each morning! I am a solo female traveler and felt very safe here. This couple go above and beyond to make your stay memorable! Even took me snorkeling!Jeralee2016-01-25T00:00:00Z
All what other visitors have said about physical amenities of Gulnara's place is 100% true: it is very comfortable, super clean, good showers and Internet, etc. But the major advantage of staying there is your host: Gulnara. She us much more than simply "AirB&B" host: for me she was almost like "Galapagos ambassador." She taught English language in a local school for 25 years and has multiple connections to local folks and very good knowledge of "realities of life" in Galapagos. She made my stay not simply comfortable, but truly meaningful by providing advice, connecting with good local tour agencies, sharing the stories, etc. Thank you, Gulnara!Alexei2016-12-01T00:00:00Z
This place is lovely. Gulnara was kind and met us at the docks. She helped us find someone to transport all of our luggage back to her house. We slept well in the comfy beds and enjoyed relaxing in the hammocks. The location is great- in walking distance to the beach and center of town. Highly recommend!Rose2016-12-17T00:00:00Z
Gulnara's place was perfect! Her and her husband made us feel very welcome. They were very accommodating, and helpful with aligning some of the local activities on the island (snorkeling trip, volcano hike). The bed & breakfast was lovely, and one of the better places to stay on Isabella. Would highly recommend.Eric2016-07-02T00:00:00Z
Wonderful coconuts, warm water in the shower, hammocks for relaxing, clothes line, very clean. A lovely place to spend time.Gwen2017-04-14T00:00:00Z
Gulnara's place is peaceful and clean. She greeted us at the ferry pier.She was helpful in arranging a tour. After my wife received a seal lion bite (be careful)she was able to negotiate a new tour date. She is extremely personable and wants to ensure her quests are well taken care of.Michael2017-03-08T00:00:00Z
Gulnara and her husband are amazing! They really made the trip on Isabella amazing. Breakfast was great and a fun time to learn about Isabella and the Galapagos. Will definitely stay there again!Melissa2017-04-12T00:00:00Z
Room type
Private room
Property Type
Bed & Breakfast
Puerto Villamil, Isabela, Galápagos, Ecuador
Great location, amazing view and awesome price! right in front the malecon you cant go wrong with Alberto's place.william2017-04-19T00:00:00Z
When we looked for an accomodation in Guayaquil and felt on this apartment, we just said wow! And indeed, it was a great experiene to stay in Alberto's 23rd-floor-flat! Contact with him was easy as he responded immediately and answered all questions. We got a warm reception and he organized a secure place for our car. Once up in the apartment, the view was just amazing! Incredible, our best accomodation in the last 15 days! Well equipped, clean and everything in a tiptop order. After leaving, Alberto found our mobile charger and he even found a way to send it by bus to our next destination. That' service at it's best! Thanks Alberto and best regards from Germany. We can't imagined a better place and a better host to stay in Guayaquil!Christian2016-08-14T00:00:00Z
Alberto was a great host. everything was great. the safety of the big house. I would stay here again. thank you very much.Silvio2016-11-24T00:00:00Z
Alberto was a great host, check-in was easy, he provided tons of detailed information about where to go and places to eat, taxis, etc., was very responsive to questions, and helped us call a taxi to the airport when we left. We didn't get to see much of Guayaquil because we were there for one night after two exhausting days of travel, so we mostly stayed in and slept, but the view was amazing and I would definitely stay here again.Katy2016-11-27T00:00:00Z
Alberto's apartment is affordable luxury in Guayaquil. We have stayed in a few places in this city and his apartment offered the best value, quality and location. Alberto is the perfect host - he is always so easy to reach and he even dropped us off early in the morning at the airport. He kindly offered to hold on to our luggages while we took a trip to the Galapagos. His apartment has a very well-equipped kitchen, very comfortable bed, and fast WiFi. The aircon also works well should you need to use it. The breeze through the windows during the day was good enough. The view from the apartment is an added bonus. We enjoyed staying at Alberto's apartment so much that we are returning after our Galapagos trip.Flora2016-10-03T00:00:00Z
Alberto has every thing you need and much more. Very authentic experience when you stay in this beautiful apartment.Shane 2017-04-17T00:00:00Z
After traveling two weeks around Ecuador Alberto's apartment was more comfortable than any hotel I stayed in and much more economical. The view was great and apt clean and a newly redone bathroom which is a blessing to find in Ecuador. Great AC and comfy bed made this a good place to relax. Only comment is that it's in the "downtown" of Guayaquil in a mixed use residential and commercial building so there's a lot of people going in and out of the building for work but didn't bother me at all.Adam2017-04-28T00:00:00Z
This was my first Airbnb and I was nervous but Alberto and his wife were great hosts. They let me come a little early since my flight got in early, they met me at the building to pick up the key and showed me around the apartment. They also gave me some info about the neighborhood, where to eat and get groceries etc. They also gave me a tourist Map of all the sights which was very helpful. They live in the same building so I would just ring them on the apartment phone if I needed them. The apartment and views are beautiful and it is in a great, safe location. The apartment is clean and hotel-like but still cozy, I felt very comfortable here. They supplied coffee, banana's, drinking water, soap, shampoo, conditioner, towels, fast internet, cable and much more. On the last day I called to ask him where to leave the key since I would be leaving early and he offered to drop me at the bus station on his way to work which was really above and beyond but much appreciated! Will definitely recommend to anyone in Guayaquil that needs a one bedroom, and if I ever come back I would definitely stay here again!Kara2016-09-02T00:00:00Z
Room type
Entire home/apt
Property Type
Guayaquil, Guayas, Ecuador
Miryan is a lovely woman, willing to help you in planning your stay in Otavola. I stayed in the cabin with adobe like fire place, wood supplied. Very cosy. The garden was beautiful, flowers, fruit trees and humming birds. And then there is the lama.Nirna2016-03-15T00:00:00Z
We had a great week at Miryan's amazing wee cabin. The garden is lovely and you can see Mona the llama or Machu the dog wandering around most days - both are very friendly! The cabin was perfect for my boyfriend and I during our week there - the best bed we've slept in in South America, a lovely cosy fire, hot solar powered shower and a nice kitchen. Miryan herself was really friendly and made us feel at home, and had loads of information to make our stay great.Gillian2015-10-19T00:00:00Z
We have spent three days in Myrian and we liked the cabin, which is simple but very nice. It has a covered outside space that is ideal for breakfast or take a pilsener at sunset. Myrian thank you very much for staying.Matias2017-02-13T00:00:00Z
Excellent accommodation. Myrian an excellent hostess.Carlita2016-06-06T00:00:00Z
Hubby and I really enjoyed our stay at Miryan's place. Not only it is nice, cosy, quiet and safe but the location is great too being only 15 min walk from the center (very safe to walk or U$1.25 taxi ride). We originally booked the little cabana (which is really cute!) but decided to upgrade to the middle sized one (which has a kitchen) for only $3 more per night. Miryan has a nice little set up with a beautiful garden which gives privacy to all the cabanas. We enjoyed having breakfast outside every morning with the hummingbirds flying above our head, not to mention the hammock or the cosy bed ;) She also has 2 beautiful dogs, a llama called Muna and a couple of chickens hanging around. I guess the only little thing is that if you are, like us, a light sleeper, bring ear plugs as you can hear a few dogs barking at night (we always travel with ear plugs so wasn't a biggie for us). Now I cannot leave a review here without talking about the incredible host. Myrian represents everything we love about Airbnb! From the very beginning she made us feel at home and went behind her way to make sure we had everything we needed. She treated us like family and was always happy to help or give us informations. The day we walked around the Laguna Cuicocha, Miryan brought us some beer as we were chilling after the hike! Every morning she brought us coffee and even made pop corn for us and a delicious quinoa soup (ask her for the receipe!). She is an incredible woman, funny, friendly, smart and generous. You will fall in love with the place and with the person ;) I wish we could have stayed longer (well we did extend our original stay by 3 nights!) and would definitely recommend this place to anyone!Laetitia & James2016-02-05T00:00:00Z
It is a very attentive ladyGenevieve2017-03-05T00:00:00Z
Had a very comfortable stay here. The room was cozy and the gardens were beautiful. Felt very safe and secluded on the property. A short walk to the main areas which was very nice. Getting in was get easy and overall was a great experience.Joel2016-02-14T00:00:00Z
If you are going to stay in Otavalo (and you should), you must stay at Miryan's place. Her cottage is nestled into a hill surrounded by plants, flowers, and serenity. The view from the larger cottage can't be beat and we spent many evenings playing dominoes in the yard, watching the sunset, and experiencing bliss. We were there in late May and while it was slightly chilly at night, the fireplace kept us (and the entire cottage) nice and warm. Miryan's place is perfect for a couple, cozy and homey. Close walk into town (20 minutes to the center) and there's a place to buy beer along her street. The cottage had everything we needed for our stay, although we did not try to cook while we were there. Miryan herself is a joy and we felt very lucky to rent from her. My wife and I agree that this has been our best AirBnB experience, and is probably our 10th or 12th time using it. If we're ever back in Otavalo, Miryan's will be the only place we stay.Thomas2016-06-01T00:00:00Z
Room type
Entire home/apt
Property Type
Otavalo, Imbabura Province, Ecuador
My wife and I spent 7 nights at Encatadas and we wish we could have stayed longer. It was in close proximity to everything but was also a quiet and peaceful spot to read a book outside or sip on a beer. Mayra was very helpful and responsive if you need anything. We would highly recommend this to individuals or a couple.Bob2017-01-01T00:00:00Z
This was one of our favorite apto Quiet, clean, comfortable, and very informative.... if you get a chance to stay here I highly recommend it...EDWARD2017-01-11T00:00:00Z
Beautiful & clean apartment managed by great helpful hosts Aura and Nicolai. Mayra the cleaning person was sweet and very helpful as well. It was close to many grocery shops and a street with 15 restaurants that have seating in the open and on the street itself. It was a 7 min walk to the port and 10 mins further into the town and 25 mins to Charles Darwin center. 5 mins walk to the entrance of tortuga bay but the beach is a 30 min additional walk from the entrance which you have to do nevertheless.Akhil2017-05-25T00:00:00Z
Nicolai was very easy to communicate with, before, during and after our stay. He made it very easy to add an extra night and arranged for a taxi to meet us at the airport. The apartment is very clean, comfortable, and quiet. It's well stocked with everything you'd need for a few days or weeks on the island and the kitchen has everything you'd need to prepare all of your meals. It's also a short 5-10 minute walk to all of the bars, restaurants, and shops on the main strip and 2 minutes to the start of the walk to Tortuga Bay! We'd stay here again in a heartbeat. Thank you Nicolai!Dusty2017-04-27T00:00:00Z
Aura was a great host, his place is amazing and she was always concerned about wether we were doing ok or not. I would highly recommend her and her place for anyone that is visiting Santa Cruz!Federico2016-08-25T00:00:00Z
We enjoyed our week stay at Aura's Red Enchantadas. She helped arrange pickup from the airport when we landed. Our driver was Marco and we used him again to take us up to the highlands to see the tortoises and to drop us off back at the ferry. Mayra was there for a smooth checkin and we loved how the apartment was right near the Tortuga Bay entrance! Since we stayed for a week, Aura made sure we had fresh set of sheets and towels with Mayra's assistance. We felt at home and will definitely stay here again the next time we are back for a visit!sokny2016-12-01T00:00:00Z
The room was great, comfortable, secure and very well equipped. Hot water, drinking water and a kitchen and Tortuga bay is very close. We had a great stay.Dean2017-03-24T00:00:00Z
This place is amazing. For a couple who were wanting to do 5 nights in the Galapagos on a budget, it didn't feel like a budget at all. It's so nice to 'have a home' on the island. Aura and Nicolai were so communicative and helpful and made us feel so welcome. Would recommend to anyone that wants to do day trips out of the island and spend some time exploring santa Cruz. Very nice place.Gina2017-01-19T00:00:00Z
Room type
Entire home/apt
Property Type
Puerto Ayora, Islas Galápagos, Ecuador
If you don't want to pay unnecessary penalties, remember to check the facility of the room first. There are a lot of broken stuff, the handle of the bathtub, the door of the bathroom, and the gas of the kitchen leaks. Sometimes there is no hot water at all. Worst Airbnb experience everjingyi 2016-12-19T00:00:00Z
On our 3 days stay James was a good host not only quickly responding to our questions but he did also picked us up at the airport. His was a very comfortable place and on the third day we woke to a clear view of the Pichincha from the hammock area. The Jacuzzi was great as long as you plan 2 hours ahead. The apartment was a bit warm during the day but we couldn't really tell because we left early every day to explore Quito. When you get a taxi back ask for the intersection Ladron de Guevara y la Iberia because most drivers don't know where Alfonso Perrier st. Is. You will have all the comforts from a good size tv. To hot water. Thanks James and see you next time we're around.Tc2016-09-05T00:00:00Z
I really liked the way my host was available to answer every question very quickly. The place was great and safe.Alexandre2016-10-07T00:00:00Z
The listing was exactly as described, and everything was working well, e.g. cable TV and Internet. In addition, the host, James, is a very nice and helpful person. What also makes this place attractive is that it is relatively close to everything.Mark2016-09-13T00:00:00Z
Not recommend to old people as the building does not have stairs and Quito is a high altitude town. The apt doesn't have dinning room but a jacuzzi instead. James is a great host.MARCELLO2017-04-28T00:00:00Z
After a very long trip we arrived close to 1am. James was so nice, let us in the condo (helped carry my very heavy bag) and showed us the place. What a view! What a responsive host (he was very quick to reply to any inquiries). The place is as it appears in the photos - hot tub was such a treat, the next day, as we were still stiff from air travel. I used it twice already! Though I was concerned about street noise at night, it's actually quieter than my suburban home in US! Next time we come to Quito we would stay again - great street food and restaurants in walking distance, all kinds of things to see. Next time I would bring a few extra towels since I use alot, and some cleaning wipes, though we didn't use much besides the microwave and refrigerator. Great tv with lots to watch, too. We felt safe every moment. Nice place for a couple or single or a family - but both beds are in same room so not lots of privacy if you bring kids. Run the fan if you fill the hot tub, so you can still see the views from both directions. Would totally come back!Gina2017-02-12T00:00:00Z
James was very attentive in communicating with us. He also accommodated our needs with airport transportation as we had delays and other unforeseen circumstances. The views from the apartment our incredible and make for a relaxing time, especially with the hot tub, although it takes a few hours to get it warmed up. The location wasn't very central to the tourist area, but it is a good neighborhood and the local park has tasty street vendors in the evenings. Overall, I recommend staying here as the stay was very pleasant and enjoyable.Lorena2016-11-30T00:00:00Z
The suite is very nice and luxury. Fully real photos. It is a very modern, clean and cozy apartment. Very neat bathroom, jacuzzi super clean so that it can use. TV with cable. Simply recommended. Would a thousand times.Vicente Emilio2016-08-30T00:00:00Z
Room type
Entire home/apt
Property Type
Quito, Pichincha, Ecuador
The owner was very helpful and welcoming and helped us with everything we needed! She even invited us in to her apartment for homemade herbal tea which was lovely! Our room was clean and comfortable and close to the centre of the new town. I would definitely stay here again if I am ever back in Quito!Jenn2014-09-02T00:00:00Z
Convenient location.Welcoming staff..Beatrice is the mother of Miguel,the 'matriarch' of the establishment & is very engaging as are the nice guys at the desk Delio and Harold. All are very knowledgeable of Quito and had great suggestions on where to go and eat etc.They all speak English well enough to communicate with a "gringo" like me :). My wife was born in Ecuador so I had that advantage. Most of the top tourist spots are an easy cab ride no more than $4-$5 dollars. The rooms are with private bath are simple and clean. Personal digital safe in every room. Make sure to bring toiletries. Community kitchen, TV and outdoor patio.The desk is not manned after business hours.They can make arrangements for transportation to and from the (URL HIDDEN) cost $25 which is reasonable considering its a 40 minute ride.Ron2015-11-18T00:00:00Z
Miguel is a very nice host. The room is very good. Excellent place to discover Quito!Maxime2016-08-25T00:00:00Z
We loved this place!! The staff felt like family, so warm helpful and welcoming. The room was wonderful , shower great, bed compfy. Our room had a full kitchen not sure all do. Breakfast was available for a small fee and was a full breakfast eggs etc served in a really lovely space. I think that the two best decribtions of this place are beautiful and welcoming. The location was close to lots of resturants and 2 cool neighborhoods. The historic center an easy bus ride away. All in all an A+ place to stay on every level. No complaints.Berta 2016-12-23T00:00:00Z
It was a very pleasant stay and complete. Michelangelo arrival and especially his mother have been very helpful with directions of what we could do, etc. And have made us feel like we were at home. The room is very spacious and new bathroom. The location is perfect, central to the quarterback without noise while in a cozy place and there is a bar and restaurant below they are very good.amparo2014-10-07T00:00:00Z
Miguel Angel is a fantastic host and the entire staff at the hotel is top-notch. They arranged a taxi from the airport for me, stayed up until 1am to welcome me in and then gave me tips and advise throughout the trip. They go over the top to take care of you and I could not recommend them more highly!Marion2016-12-11T00:00:00Z
Beatrice, our host, welcomed us very warm and friendly and made us feel so at home. We wanted a family, quiet, cozy and there we found the site. We have many alternative transportation and food and the area where the house is located is very central. Thank you very much for opening the puertad Beatriz your home, very beautiful indeed.Nelson2015-01-07T00:00:00Z
Fantastic Airbnb next to the popular tourist location, Plaza Foch. Wonderful location in La Mariscal and easy point to navigate from in Quito.Alex2015-10-28T00:00:00Z
Room type
Private room
Property Type
Quito, Pichincha, Ecuador
We had a great, short trip to Quito and stayed at Bertha's place. The apartment was exactly as pictured and described. It was clean and had all the amenities we needed. It's within a few blocks walk from several bus stops, which was convenient and we found it easy to get to Old Town and other locations. We felt safe and the staff working the building were very friendly. We also took advantage of having Bertha's driver pick us up and drop us off at the hotel. It made everything so much less stressful and he was very polite, friendly and chatty even though we didn't know a lot of Spanish. Overall, we would recommend Bertha's place to others.Hayley2016-11-06T00:00:00Z
We had a great part of the department. It's nice, large miy, has everything and the location is perfect to meet Quito.Tamara2017-05-23T00:00:00Z
Very well located nice place. Was very comfortable for our family - 2 adults and 2 children. Bertha was very responsive and helpful to our requests. The driver that she recommended was excellent and reliable. A word of advice, it takes about 10 minutes for the hot water heater to make water hot. Make sure to run the water before showering. If I come back to Quito I would stay there again.Helen2016-08-20T00:00:00Z
We stayed two nights in Bertha's apartment and could not have been happier. The apartment looked exactly like the photos. The location was fantastic being a few blocks from Plaza Foch. The front desk staff of the building were extremely helpful as well. Bertha was very responsive to emails and any questions we had.Rebecca2017-04-10T00:00:00Z
An excellent choice to stay in Quito, is a beautiful apartment with a great view, a very safe and very well located supermarket under the building, also the taxi service which has contact Mrs. Bertha is excellent, very punctual and a deal very friendly without doubt is the ideal place.Oscar2017-05-07T00:00:00Z
Myself and two friends stayed in Bertha's apartment for 3 nights in September 2016. It was very nicely decorated, had everything we needed, and was in a great location. Bertha was also very responsive to our emails. The only downside is the noise from the road, which can't be helped but probably not the best if you are a light sleeper!Sarah2016-09-24T00:00:00Z
Everything was as described. Colorful and spacious. Perfect for our 2 nights. Guard at door to let us in at our late arrival was great.Amy2016-12-20T00:00:00Z
Lovely neighborhood and Bertha's driver Miguel was excellent. Very close to Plaza del FochLaura2016-11-17T00:00:00Z
Room type
Entire home/apt
Property Type
Quito, Pichincha, Ecuador


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Japanese two-wheeler giant, Honda Motorcycles and Scooter India is the largest selling manufacturer in the country. They have a strong product line-up on offer and plan to increase it further. The manufacturer is trying new methods to further improve its dominance in the country.
Now the Japanese two-wheeler manufacturer has tied up with Shriram Automall. They will commence selling pre-owned two-wheeler in India. Their goal is to achieve selling 3,50,000 two-wheeler in a span of three years.
Honda officials came up with this idea as they realised there is no organised industry for selling pre-owned two-wheelers. The duo plan to create a reliable and organised structure for a safer buying experience for customers.
Honda have evaluated the pros and cons and decided to go ahead with Shriram Automall for their venture into pre-owned two-wheelers. The Japanese manufacturer currently runs 60 pre-owned dealerships under the branding of 'Best Deal'. These outlets are spread across 11 states of India and is certified by Honda.
Currently Shriram Automall will focus on selling all brands of pre-owned two-wheelers. If there is potential and the market is viable they will commence selling only Honda's motorcycles and scooters exclusively.
The use of these authorised sellers of pre-owned vehicles is that the customer can have someone accountable. These showrooms provide EMI options, warranties and proper documentation of vehicles. Honda and Shriram Automall will focus on building great customer seller relation.


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SIFT out politics, shift to serene gardening for those readings of signs in the heavens—so we set out to do just that.
Two days before a new moon-- perfect time for sowing seeds. The moon grows in size, so does the lunar tug on bodies of water. That includes a pull on water content of seeds and the gray matter, nearly 75% water as a child's body is. Call it lunacy, maybe a subtle passage of inner tides that touch off monthly flow in women, a bit of fattening in crabs, attempts at moonlighting to augment lousy take-home pay or Malacañang minions turning jumpy and jittery. Why, the gag order of sorts on media including the invocation for a state of national emergency was plied when there wasn't any wee whit of a moon above—actions that could be touched off by PMS, or post menopausal syndrome.
Call it whatever but a waxing moon sure effects a subtle pull on anything that packs water, including spittle to expend on policy pronouncements and bladder. From gray matter to groin matters. Or as the sacred texts put it: "As above, so below."
The new moon showed up at 10th degree of the sign Pisces—the degree which bears the symbol of an aviator flying through the clouds. Yes, aviator on a light plane, not a manananggal or self-segmenter out to sow mayhem and maybe. With nothing visible to see around, navigational instruments or sheer intuition guides the flyer. Clouds can impede sight so one has to rely on insight. The odd pattern suggests that we need to look through over and beyond the swelter of cloudy information that pulls wool over our eyes.
The new moon is aligned with Uranus, discovered in 1781 when three revolutions were under way—the French Revolution, the American Revolution and the Industrial Revolution, humanity awakening to new possibilities including freedom as a way of life. Uranus drizzles down shake-off, shake-up energies toward transformation.
The online skyreader I'm subscribed to adds an interesting point: "Uranus acts suddenly to shake up the status quo...it's his job. (While the moon's) Pisces (placement) reveals to us the crack between worlds - places where realities intersect like the surface of the sea. So expect to gain a sudden insight that causes a re-evaluation, new knowledge, something hidden coming to light."
Uranus energies foment change, eccentricity, avant-garde ways, craziness, even destruction of patterns imposed by father figures. Uranus opens up new ideas.
Umm, with Uranus taking a prominent place in the moon's growth phase, gardeners can work wonders with rare tropical plants including cycads, orchids, aphrodisiac plants and similar exotica. I've done some bit of tilling and soil-mixing prior to this quaint heavenly pattern. I've sown some leeks and plain pechay that usually goes well with nilagang bulalo.
Umm, pronouncements left and right flying fast and thick in the last few days found their way into print that left me wondering if such could be infused into the soil as top-grade night soil.
By March 3, fast-moving Mercury, the planet of communication begins a backward move by appearing to stand still in the sky. The stand-still location is at a right angle to Pluto, lord of secrets, passion, and hidden pyschic powers—thank God for blessing me with a powerfully placed Pluto in my birth chart, whew… Pluto's powers would see those leeks I've sown growing robust and flavorful. Those powers would be opportune for growing medicinal herbs and plants with magical uses.
Mercury's hard-angled placement with Pluto refers to dug up hidden deals, growing distrust and cynicism. Points out my online stargazer: "This square angle inclines us to look for the underlying motivation and hidden agenda behind events and statements. It's a detective's energy and during this retrograde period all of us will be asking for the facts, ma'am."
A pullback move by Mercury tugs us to focus on communication and travel—which will likely go awry.
By Sunday, it's Jupiter's turn to begin his pullback move and would seem to stand still. The backward move lasts four months. And we'd get cross-eyed and befuddled trying to divine such heavy patterns up there. Mercury squared to Pluto, Jupiter at a hard right angle to Neptune: tensions come to a peak… And could end in a paroxysm of orgasms, haah!
By Jove, there goes our jocose mood. Malacañang denizens won't be jovial as usual whether Jupiter's on a roll or a pullback. As Jupiter rules finances, we could expect the peso to shrink on the dollar. Jupiter's four-month retreat ought to work the wonders of a garrotte on strained household budgets.
I'd have to do a lot more tilling as seedlings sown sprout up for the light and their place in the sun.
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While reading the "Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant" part, I think to myself, "REAL ADVENTURE!". Thanks for this informative post.
To Satisfy the Adventurer Within
Posted on April 5, 2013 by Michael Curry
It was when I found myself standing on the very crowded beach of Phi Phi Island, Thailand, trying to fight the masses to snap one simple picture of the natural wonder found there, that I realized there had to be other incredible places in the world to visit that aren't swarming with tour buses filling the area with their contents. With the influx of accessible information made possible through the internet, more and more people are learning about the quiet corners of the world and are flooding them for their very own snapshot of it. Tourist spots are more and more crowded, making the whole experience of enjoying the sight increasingly difficult.
Where do we go for a solution? Creativity combined with knowledge of current events, political science, and geography yield alternative destinations for the adventurous traveler. Places like Colombia, Russia, war torn countries, and the open seas sift out those looking for a photo op from those looking to explore the globe and have a truly unforgettable experience.
Explore a lost city
Deep in the dangerous jungles of the Sierra Nevada in Northern Colombia lies a city so untouched, it was named La Ciudad Perdida, which in Spanish translates to, the Lost City. The city was originally discovered "in 1972 by a gang of looters on the hunt for Pre-Columbian artifacts" when they stumbled upon the twelve hundred steps of this lost and abandoned city.1 The reason a road hasn't been constructed to accommodate an express shuttle bus to the top and an ice cream cart to reward you for your long bus ride is because there's more that has protected this city than time.
This city was referred to by those that discovered it as the "Green Hell" because of the "heat, mosquitoes, and arduous trek required to reach it."With more recent problems in Colombia, the most dangerous and "most violent" drug cartels in the country have found these thick jungles to be suitable trade routes to move their merchandise. 1 With all of these elements combined, the site is reserved for the qualified adventure traveler.
Colombian entrepreneurs have provided guides who will carry your pack and guide you through the machete-chopping jungle. The five-day trip costs a mere $270 USD while part of your charge is claimed to pay off the drug traffickers in the area so they don't kidnap you.2
Experience the Apocalypse
The Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant in Chernobyl, Ukraine exploded in the April of 1986, while controlled by the former USSR, releasing lethal amounts of radiation into the air. This disaster affected much of Western USSR and Europe. Since then, the city has been completely evacuated and left to deteriorate. The explosion "resulted in significant public health impact with reports of cumulative cancer fatalities in the affected region ranging from 4,000 to 25,000 until 2011." Twenty-five years after the disaster, the area is still rated at a 7 on the International Nuclear Event Scale (INES).3
Because of the absolute destruction this area has experienced, it has been untouched by your common tourist market. It is a city left desolate breathing poisonous air. But the locals are making something incredible out of destruction. You can tour the grounds in a hazmat suit snapping pictures of the melting city. Equipped with a guide and a radioactivity detector, you're essentially safe from any danger—as long as you don't touch anything. Tour the deserted playgrounds, see the power plant, and even see the effects of radioactivity on animals in the area.4 With all the gear protecting you from the atmosphere, this could be the closest thing to walking on the moon.
Fight Off Scurvy
Despite the incredible technology we have today, global trade still uses the simplest mediums. The International Maritime Organization (IMO) estimated that about 90% of global trade is carried by sea.5 What does this mean for us? It means that there are hundreds of vehicles traveling around the world, competing with one another for the cheapest shipping costs—a cheap adventure traveler's dream.
Many shipping companies offer a spot on their ship as it travels the globe for a fair price. Some offer pretty luxurious accommodations while others might require you put in hours helping out on deck; it all just depends on how much you're looking to spend and the type of adventure you're wanting. The ride ends up being around $80—140 a day, but if you consider the charge part of the experience of life on a cargo ship, then the price is fair for a unique experience.6
CMA CGM, one of the companies offering a more luxurious option for stowaways, advertises their 396 meter long vessel which they describe as "longer than the Empire State Building." It has five large modern cabins, a lounge with an entertainment system, library, gym, and swimming pool.7 It will carry you from basically any corner of the earth to another. Just make sure to take care of your booty and avoid scurvy.
See a world without the US
Burma/Myanmar has taken quite a beating in the past few decades. Because of a complicated political past, Burma has gone unvisited and untouched by western (specifically American) influences. Just recently, in August of 2009, Senator Jim Webb of Virginia became the first member of the US congress to visit Myanmar in ten years.8 Recently, the boarders have been opened to US and foreign citizens making this a unique tourist destination. Because of this disconnect from American influence, Burma currently survives on very little technology, internet communication, and foreign companies. You won't find a McDonalds, Starbucks, or KFC during your adventures there.9
Part of the fun of visiting this country is the challenge to survive without the commodities that make traveling today so simple. Phone's aren't common which puts emailing and online reservations out of the question. Access to US banks is non-existent since ATMs are slowly making appearances in the cities, so be prepared with the correct cash. 10 With the recent open boarder, you can expect this untouched environment will soon be "touched" by the massive and nasty hand of commercial tourism, so the sooner you can make it to Burma, the better.
The adventurous spirit will have no problem finding their own corner of the globe to explore with options like these. The backbone to adventure of these destinations is the principle of finding beauty and wonder in the hidden and forgotten, the decimated and deformed, the rusted and war-torn. The world we live in is made more incredible as long as we are capable of looking in the right spots. We just have to be willing to step out of our corner and explore another.
1Muse, Toby. Lost City. Archaeology. Vol. 57, Issue 5. Sep/Oct 2004.
2Retherford, Brittany. Find Colombian Ruins. Outside Magazine Online. March 2011. http://www.outsideonline.com/adventure-travel/south-america/colombia/Find-Colombian-Ruins.html.
3Srinivasan, T.N. and T.S. Gopi Rethinaraj. Fukushima and thereafter: Reassessment of risks of nuclear power. Energy Policy. Singapore. Vol. 52. January 2013.
5Maritime Knowledge Center. International Shipping Facts and Figures—Information Resources on Trade, Safety, Security, Environment. International Maritime Organization. Section 2.1, page 7. March 2012.
6Brones, Anna. How to: Travel by cargo ship. Matador Network Online. March 2008. http://matadornetwork.com/notebook/how-to-travel-by-cargo-ship/
7www.cma-cmg.com (Products & Services, Cargo Cruises)
8Profound Moment in the history of Burma calls for clear decisive action. Military & Government Collection. EBSCO. April 2012.
9,10 Price, Gemma. Myanmar: Is now a good time to go? CNN Travel Online. November 2012. http://travel.cnn.com/explorations/escape/myanmar-now-good-time-go-680954
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Earlier this week, Skyscanner revealed its lists of cities that are up and down among British travellers who are searching for summer flights. The likes of Bangkok, Los Angeles and Egypt's Sharm el Sheikh all saw big rises, while European cities like Cork, Palma and Pisa were among those that took the biggest falls.
Cruising, meanwhile, continues to offer great value for money, due to its all-inclusive nature. Plus, if you choose to cruise with a British- or North America-based cruise line, you will benefit from spending onboard in pounds sterling or U.S. dollars -- not euros.
Penny Guy, spokeswoman for the Passenger Shipping Association -- the trade association for the cruise and ferry industry in the U.K. -- says there's no decline of interest in Europe among cruisers. Fred. Olsen's Wendy Hooper-Greenhill agrees, noting that cruises are a top choice because holidaymakers are becoming more savvy when spending their money on trips.
"As Fred. Olsen cruises are sold in sterling, [holidaymakers] know that everything onboard is taken care of, and with onboard prices also in sterling, there are no nasty surprises -- paying for any extras, such as shore tours, drinks, etc," Hooper-Greenhill says. "It is possible to take a Fred. Olsen cruise in Europe, go ashore at every port of call and never have to worry about the rate of exchange."
Royal Caribbean, which has just signed up Independence of the Seas to sail year-round from Southampton in 2010, also has confidence in Europe. Jo Rzymowska, general manager and associate vice president for Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. in the U.K. and Ireland, says, "U.K. cruisers who face the unfriendly rate of the pound against the euro are finding that the onboard dollar currency makes for an easier-to-swallow exchange rate, and so their holiday pound goes further.
"The impact of the strong euro also means that holiday essentials, such as eating out and heading to the theatre, have become a very expensive option. With these items -- that would be extras on a land-based holiday -- included in the cruise fare, then the value for money that cruising offers is more apparent than ever."
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Gemini Data Loggers, the company behind the Tinytag electronic data recorders, was established in 1984. Based in the UK, Gemini Data Loggers first produced the Tinytalk temperature data logger to its own design in 1992, choosing the same year to begin international trade through distributors such as RS Components and Intab Interface.
Gemini Data Loggers quickly expanded its product range with a relative humidity logger in 1993, before going on to produce the first Tinytag and Tinyview loggers in 1994 and 1996. Around this time there was significant expansion with Gemini Data Loggers successfully exporting to Japan (1994), the Pacific Rim countries, including Australia (1995), India (1996) and South Africa (1996).
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Until this investment, Gemini Data Logger's printing capability was limited to a desktop manual system. With semiautomatic stencil printers being the next logical step for Gemini, both Ian Gander, Managing Director, and Craig Scott, Production Manager, evaluated the options and soon realized that the semiautomatic machines did not provide the advantages that it required from the investment. They came to the conclusion that they are no faster than manual printers when many different boards are printed each day, due to many setup changes. Craig Scott commented that these solutions still depended too much on the skill of the operator and the company wanted to remove this variable from the process.
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