Hotels in Otavalo, Ecuador — 14 Hotels Compared

About Hotels in Otavalo

Welcome to Otavalo, a charming little city in Ecuador that's renowned for its vibrant indigenous market, where you can haggle for woven goods, scarves, and the occasional llama figurine that you absolutely didn’t need but suddenly can't live without. The picturesque backdrop of the Andes makes for a killer Instagram post, so don't forget to angle your camera just right—or else it's just another photo of you standing awkwardly with a blanket.

For accommodation, you’ll find a delightful mix of cozy hotels and guesthouses, from the rustic charm of family-run lodgings to slightly more upscale options with views that might even distract you from that unflattering selfie angle. Staying near the market is a wise choice unless you enjoy early morning wake-up calls from roosters that believe dawn is a suggestion, not a fact.

Don’t miss the nearby Cuicocha Lake for a day out, or the famed Otavalo Market, where you can practice your bargaining skills while avoiding eye contact with persistent sellers. The best time to visit? Well, anytime is great unless you prefer to avoid crowds, in which case, good luck! And always remember to compare hotels on FlyDoha, because one overpriced room is enough to ruin any vacation.