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Christmas and New Year Near Quito: An Andean Escape

Spend the year-end holidays in the Andes: a wood fire, home-cooked food and Cotopaxi volcano less than two hours from Quito.

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If this year you would rather celebrate away from the noise, the Cotopaxi páramo is less than two hours from Quito. Holidays here are slow: a wood fire, home cooking and mountains in every direction.

Why the holidays feel different in the mountains

There is no rush at the lodge. Afternoons go by next to the wood stove with a book, a board game or a long conversation. At night, the clear páramo sky shows stars you cannot see from the city.

Room with wood stove, ponchos and a garden view

Ideas for your stay

  • A short walk on the lodge trails at sunrise.
  • Horseback riding with local chagras across the páramo, great for families.
  • A quiet dinner with local trout and regional produce.
  • A day in the national park if the weather cooperates.

Book early

Year-end dates fill up first. If you plan to celebrate with family or friends, contact us early to check availability and shape the plan. You can also browse our rooms and pick the one that suits your group.

Outdoor fire pit at the lodge

Frequently asked questions

Is it too far from Quito for a holiday getaway?

No: we are about 1.5 to 2 hours from Quito, so you can arrive in a morning and head back easily.

Is it a good choice for families over the holidays?

Yes. There are activities for all ages — gentle walks, trout fishing, horseback riding — and comfortable spaces to share.

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