Welcome toChilcabambaYour lodge in Cotopaxi

Surrounded by volcanoes and Andean páramo, 6 km from Cotopaxi National Park. A wood-burning stove in your room, Andean cuisine and starry nights.

The lodge

A family refuge in the Andean páramo

Chilcabamba is a family-run mountain lodge surrounded by volcanoes, endless páramo and a calm you can feel. For almost 10 years we have hosted this corner of the Andes, together with a team from neighbouring communities who craft every experience with care.

Ideal for couples, families and nature lovers who value comfort without losing the essence of the local.

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3,500 mabove sea level
6 kmfrom Cotopaxi National Park
9.3Booking.com 2024 & 2025
11rooms with a wood stove
Since 2014
A family refuge in the <em>Andean páramo</em>
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Five categories, 11 rooms. Hover to discover each one and book on the official engine.

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Deluxe Suite
1 room · Our largest

Deluxe Suite

Private deck · Garden view

Our largest room: king bed, living area with sofa bed, wood-burning stove and a private deck.

  • 42 m² / 452 sq-ft
  • 2 + 1 guests
  • 1 King · alt. 2 Twin
  • Deck · Garden view
Comfort
4 rooms · With deck

Comfort

Private deck · Cotopaxi or garden

Four rooms with deck, Queen bed (or two twins) and wood-burning stove. Two face Cotopaxi and two face the garden.

  • 23 m² / 248 sq-ft
  • 2 + 1 guests
  • 1 Queen · alt. 2 Twin
  • 2 Cotopaxi · 2 Garden
Family Suite
2 rooms · Families & groups

Family Suite

Up to 4 guests · Private deck

Two 35 m² suites with a Queen bed plus two twins, made for families or groups of up to four.

  • 35 m² / 377 sq-ft
  • 4 guests
  • 1 Queen + 2 Twin · alt. 4 Twin
  • Deck · Garden view
Classic Room
2 rooms · Classic

Classic Room

Garden view

Two 21 m² rooms with a Queen bed (or two twins), wood-burning stove and private bathroom.

  • 21 m² / 226 sq-ft
  • 2 guests
  • 1 Queen · alt. 2 Twin
  • Garden view
Standard
2 rooms · New

Standard

Cotopaxi with deck · Garden

Two 17–18 m² rooms with a double bed: one with a deck and Cotopaxi view, one facing the garden.

  • 17–18 m² / 183–194 sq-ft
  • 2 guests
  • 1 double bed
  • Cotopaxi (with deck) · Garden
Andean cuisine with <em>local ingredients</em>
Restaurant

Andean cuisine with local ingredients

Home-style cooking with fresh local produce: a hot quinoa soup after a hike or breakfast with a view. Seats 30 guests; special diets on request.

  • Breakfast, lunch and dinner
  • Local produce
  • Special menus
Moments at ChilcabambaThe place

A corner of the Andean páramo

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Recognition

Travellers and press recommend us

Booking.com Traveller Review Awards 2025 · 9,3Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice 2025TourCertThe Travel Green ListSafe TravelsCalidad Ecuador Quality

Recognised by travellers and tourism bodies

Less than two hours from Quito is an ideal destination to disconnect at the weekend. It offers everything from walks to campfires in front of Cotopaxi.

Revista Familia

“…award-winning ecotourism haven Chilcabamba Mountain Lodge.”

National Geographic

Here the family atmosphere of home meets the comforts of a luxury hotel.

Paseo San Francisco

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6 km from <em>Cotopaxi National Park</em>
Location

6 km from Cotopaxi National Park

We're in El Pedregal, in a peaceful valley between Pasochoa, Ruminahui, Sincholagua and Cotopaxi.

  • Under 2 h from Quito
  • 17 km from Machachi
  • Airport transfer
Getting here
FAQ

Before you book

How do I get here from Quito?

By car along the Panamericana Sur to Machachi, then through El Pedregal towards Cotopaxi National Park (about 17 km from Machachi). We also offer transfers from Quito or the airport: message us at least 24 hours ahead.

Is there mobile signal and Wi-Fi?

Because we're deep in the mountains there is no mobile coverage at the lodge, but there is Wi-Fi. We answer every day by email and WhatsApp.

What does each room include?

Private bathroom, plenty of hot water, biodegradable toiletries, Wi-Fi, wood-burning stove, traditional ponchos and thick duvets.

Do you have a restaurant?

Yes, seating 30 guests: breakfast, lunch and dinner with local produce. For special diets, let us know before you arrive.

Can I book activities?

Yes. We arrange horseback rides, guided hikes, trout fishing and mountain biking. Message us on WhatsApp and we'll plan them around your stay.

What is the altitude?

Over 3,500 metres above sea level. Take it easy your first hours; our team will help with your acclimatisation plan.

How do I book?

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