Hotel California

3.0 star property
Beachside hotel with indoor pool

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On the beach
Private kitchen
Exterior
Indoor pool
Free self parking

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

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C. 10 de Agosto, Montañita, Santa Elena
  • Place, Montañita Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Montanita Point
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Olon Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Beach View

  • 194 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Basic Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Beach View

  • 194 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Basic Quadruple Room, Beach View

  • 194 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Basic Shared Dormitory

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Montanita

Hotel California is a short stroll from Montañita Beach and Montanita Church. This 13-room, 3-star hotel has free breakfast, an indoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Montañita Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Montanita Church - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Montanita Spanish School - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Montanita Point - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Olon Beach - 6 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Carreta De Ceviches - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Wave - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Tambo Sabores Peruano - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Ebenezer - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Ruta Del Sol Restaurante - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Hotel California

Beachside hotel with indoor pool
Guests staying at Hotel California enjoy an indoor pool, a rooftop terrace, and a communal living room. Free parking is available if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations. This beach hotel also has a picnic area.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Sitting areas are also included. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 5 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 15 per pet, per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • Ecuador value-added tax (15%). Nonresident travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa may be exempt from value-added tax (15%).

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 percent

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and high chair
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and high chair.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hotel California Hotel
Hotel California Montañita
Hotel California Hotel Montañita

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around Hotel California?

This hotel is located in Manglaralto within a short 8-minute walk of Montañita Beach. You'll also find Olon Beach and Montanita Point within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Hotel California?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Hotel California have a casino on the premises?

No, Hotel California doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hotel California?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Hotel California?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this beachfront hotel include around-the-clock room service as well as an indoor pool and free breakfast.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel California?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Hotel California have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Hotel California offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Hotel California allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Hotel California for a fee of USD 15 per pet, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel California?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Hotel California?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Hotel California.

Hotel California Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karlos

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Nadia Belen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
El personal que nos recibió muy amable, pero la ubicación del hotel no es para nada buena, y las instalaciones están bastante viejas
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025