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Hotel California

Beachfront hotel within easy reach of Montañita Beach

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On the beach, surfing - Hotel California (Montañita)
Free self parking - Hotel California (Montañita)
Pool - Hotel California (Montañita)
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Oven, toaster, rice cooker, blender - Hotel California (Montañita)
Hotel California features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 10-minute walk of Montañita Beach. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests can keep active with onsite surfing/body boarding and surf lessons. Also, this hotel is within a short drive of Olon Beach.
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (11)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • On the beach
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Communal living room
  • Picnic area
  • Luggage storage
  • Surfing/body boarding
  • Surf lessons

Feel at home (5)

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Free self parking
  • Hair dryer
CA $68
CA $79 total
Dec 28 - Dec 29

Room options

Showing 4 of 4 rooms
Oven, toaster, rice cooker, blender
Deluxe Seaview Double
Deluxe Seaview Double
Deluxe Seaview Double

Deluxe Seaview Double

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Toaster
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 20 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Oven, toaster, rice cooker, blender
Basic Quadruple Room | Beach/ocean view
Basic Quadruple Room
Basic Quadruple Room

Basic Quadruple Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Toaster
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Rice cooker
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 9
  • 2 Double Bunk Beds

Deluxe Triple Room, City View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Toaster
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Rice cooker
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Basic Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Toaster
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Rice cooker
  • 22 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
C. 10 de Agosto, Montañita, Santa Elena

What's nearby

  • Montañita Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Montanita Church - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Montanita Spanish School - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Montanita Point - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Olon Beach - 6 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

  • Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl. Airport (GYE) - 163 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Wave - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Carreta De Ceviches - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Ebenezer - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Ruta Del Sol Restaurante - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante El Surfista - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Hotel California

Hotel California features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 10-minute walk of Montañita Beach. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests can keep active with onsite surfing/body boarding and surf lessons. Also, this hotel is within a short drive of Olon Beach.

All-inclusive

All-inclusive room rates at Hotel California are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 13 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 5 percent for credit card payments
    • There is no front desk at this property
    • The host will greet guests on arrival
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Food and water bowls available
    • Pet sitting services offered

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
    • Offsite parking within 328 ft (USD 2 per night)

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • 24-hour room service

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Surfing/body boarding
  • Surf lessons
  • Whale-watching nearby

Services

  • Luggage storage
  • Bike storage

Facilities

  • Rooftop terrace
  • Picnic area
  • Communal living room
  • Bicycle parking
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • 3 stairs to reach property

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)

Food and drink

  • Freezer
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Oven
  • Rice cooker
  • Toaster
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils
  • Blender

More

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Ecuador Value-Added Tax (VAT) at 15%. A VAT exemption is available to travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing they are not a resident of Ecuador.

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 5 for adults and USD 5 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 5 percent

Children & extra beds

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chairs

Pets

  • Pet deposit: USD 30 per night
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 15 per pet (may vary based on length of stay)

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs USD 2 per night (328 ft away)

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Also known as

Hotel California Hotel
Hotel California Montañita
Hotel California Hotel Montañita

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Hotel California?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 15 per pet, per night, and there's also a deposit of USD 30 per night. Pet-sitting services and food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel California?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel California?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at Hotel California and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like surfing and surfing. Hotel California also has a picnic area.

What's the area around Hotel California like?

Hotel California is a short 8-minute walk from Montañita Beach and 10 minutes' walk from Montanita Church.

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Hotel California Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.0

Cleanliness

8.0

Staff & service

6.0

Property conditions & facilities

6/10 Good

El personal que nos recibió muy amable, pero la ubicación del hotel no es para nada buena, y las instalaciones están bastante viejas
Nadia Belen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Karlos, 2-night trip