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Take a look to the landscapes in our Otavalo Hacienda, and enjoy the colonial art involved in the 1640 building making our Otavalo Hacienda a remarkable piece of colonial art.
ABOUT US
In 1640, the Freile family was adjudicated, directly by the King of Spain, the title of ownership to the Hacienda San Francisco near Otavalo and its annexes. And 20 years ago, Don Pedro Freile, current owner, opened his doors to hundreds of travelers, inviting them to enjoy the beauty of Ecuador Hacienda.
The Hacienda San Francisco is located just 2 ½ hours from the city of Quito. Traveling via the routes of Imbabura, you will pass through towns internationally renowned for their culture and artesania (handicrafts), such as Otavalo, Cotacachi, and Ibarra, until you arrive to Chachimbiro, prestiged spa of thermal springs, located 3 km from the hosteria.
Due to its seigneurial architecture, it has been converted into an ideal vacation spot and stands out for its gastronomy specializing in traditional “hacienda” cuisine and the foods typical to the region in which it is located.
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Surroundings
The surroundings of our Otavalo Hacienda offer captivating places for those who search for a relaxing vacation and anti-stress activities, as well as those looking for adventure and activity in the outdoors.
Its strategic location supplies a view of a variety of cultures that co-exist in Ecuador. Just a few kilometers away from the hacienda is the Chota Valley, primarily inhabited by African Ecuadorians, who live in mud houses and delight us with tropical music, dance, and drums.
The hacienda is also close to Chachimbiro, renowned for its volcanic thermal waters containing therapeutic properties.
Sure to delight is a visit to Pablo Arenas, a colonial-style village located in the mountains with a sweeping view of the Chota Valley.
Fascinating is a walk to the sugar-cane mills (traditional factories) to learn about the artisanal methods used in the production of brown sugar and in alcohol distillation.
Two hours via route to the coast is the closest beach to the highlands, “Las Peñas,” in the province of Esmeraldas, passing Lita and other voluminous rivers.
And just an hour away is the city of Otavalo, internationally renowned for its indigenous artesania.