El Tiklan Glamping

My partner and I spent one night at El Tiklan Glamping, without really knowing what to expect, and we had a memorable time. Located in the middle of the Andes, the place is beautiful. The drive there takes you through so many different mountain landscapes, and once you arrive, you find yourself in the heart of an Andean village, surrounded by nature and incredible views. It is a family-run business, with the parents, their daughter Isabel and their son Angel. From the moment we arrived, we felt very welcome. We were offered warm tea and snacks, and the family did their best to communicate with us using Google Translate. There is something very genuine about the way they welcome their guests. We stayed in the cabaña, which was lovely, with an incredible view. And the bed was probably the fluffiest I have ever slept in, perfect for the cold nights in the Andes! In the evening, they served us traditional homemade food, prepared with ingredients from their own garden, including potatoes. Everything is made by the family, in their own kitchen. The highlight for us was the following morning, when Angel took us around the property and explained all about the plants, trees and animals. They grow everything organically, without chemicals, and there are strawberries, blackberries, medicinal plants and much more to discover. You can really feel his passion for what he does. He and his father built the place themselves to welcome guests, which makes the experience even more special. Knowing that the income from the business goes towards helping the mother eventually stop working made us appreciate the place even more. There is a lot of hard work and care behind this project, and we were genuinely happy to support them. If you are looking for an authentic Andean experience, away from the usual tourist spots, with beautiful surroundings and a warm family welcome, I would definitely recommend staying here.

Me encantó que estuviera rodeado de naturaleza, un espacio muy acogedor y con todo lo necesario para una linda estadía. Más allá de eso, los anfitriones fueron increíbles, amables, siempre dispuestos a ayudar y a compartir su cultura. Sin duda alguna, volvería y lo recomiendo para las personas que quieran conectarse con la naturaleza y la cultura ecuatoriana.

Everything was comfortable, clean, and thoughtfully prepared, and the view was absolutely beautiful. It was the perfect place to slow down, relax, and enjoy some peaceful time surrounded by nature. The family was incredibly kind, welcoming, and helpful, which made the whole experience even more special. Highly recommended if you’re looking for a peaceful getaway in nature! 🌿

Everything was great.

This place was amazing! I stayed in a little outdoor cabin that was small, but extremely cozy. The bed was super comfy and the linens were clean and in great shape. There was even a bathroom and shower in the cabin. It had a full-length glass window that you could enjoy beautiful views from. The location is nice as well. Typically people stay in Chugchilán on night two of their Quilotoa Loop trek, which leaves a lot of hiking on the final day to get to the lake before the clouds move in and tour buses depart for the day. By staying here, however, you cut the final day of hiking down quite a bit, allowing for more time at the lake. Alternatively, if you're looking for a slower pace of trek and are okay with making it a 4-day trek, this small town is the natural choice for the penultimate night. The biggest reason I'd recommend this hotel is the family who runs it. I had actually booked another hotel/hostal in this village, but when I arrived no one was home and no one was answering the phone. The sun was beginning to set and I was without many options other than hiking back up to Quilotoa or all the way to Chugchilán in the dark. I saw this hotel available and booked in a panic, last minute, at around 5:30pm. The owner was at a fiesta they were having in the village, but she immediately left and came to meet me and walk me back to the property. She immediately made me tea and a snack, and asked what I wanted for dinner later. I ate dinner with her and her family, and they were so kind and sweet. Unfortunately they didn't speak any English (and my Spanish isn't very good), but with Google Translate we had a great meal and good conversation. I couldn't recommend this place more highly. Sure, price wise this isn't budget accommodation, but for me it was worth every penny. Loved my stay here.

Pretty much everything was great. The dogs at the property and around the neighboring properties were a bit noisy and protective, but once the owners came to meet you and show the dogs that you're supposed to be there, they're actually very sweet and friendly. I also wish the owners spoke a little more English, but that was a very minor issue.