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Balandra Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel in Manta with a full-service spa and a coffee shop
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Property grounds
Snack bar
Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View | View from room
Lobby
Outdoor pool

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Avenida 7 Calle 20, Manta
  • Place, Mall del Pacífico
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Murciélago Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Manta Port
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Manta (MEC-Eloy Alfaro Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬
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Room options

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Bungalow, 1 Queen Bed | Minibar, in-room safe, desk

Bungalow, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Family Bungalow, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony

  • Garden view
  • 409 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

1-Bedroom Bungalow Standard

  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2

2-Bedroom Bungalow Standard

  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6

Double Room Deluxe

  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4

Double Room Deluxe

  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4

Room Deluxe

  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2

Room Deluxe

  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Manta

Balandra Hotel places you next to Museo del Banco Central and within a 5-minute walk of Murciélago Beach. This 4-star hotel has 57 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, a full-service spa, and an outdoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Mall del Pacífico - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Murciélago Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Avenida Malecón - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Manta Port - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Universidad Laica Eloy Alfaro de Manabi - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Manta (MEC-Eloy Alfaro Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kobe Sushi - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Juan Valdez Café - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Zona Burger - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Ceviches De La Rumiñahui - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Balandra Hotel

Hotel in Manta with a full-service spa and a coffee shop
Balandra Hotel features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a gym. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with securing valuables, tours or tickets, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this spa hotel include free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and conference space.
LED TVs come with cable channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include balconies, minibars, and safes.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include massages. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • El Faro

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden

Full-service spa

  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Minibar
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 50
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 50

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • 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.

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.

  • Early check-in fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Balandra Hotel Manta
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Balandra Manta
Balandra
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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Balandra Hotel?

Balandra Hotel provides free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see within easy reach of Balandra Hotel?

This hotel is located in Manta, just steps from Museo del Banco Central and Mall del Pacífico, and within a short walk of Murciélago Beach. You'll also find Manta Port and Avenida Malecón less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Balandra Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Though parking is limited, accessible parking is also available.

Is a spa located at Balandra Hotel?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include massages.

Does Balandra Hotel have a casino on the premises?

No, Balandra Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Balandra Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about Balandra Hotel?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Balandra Hotel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Balandra Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Balandra Hotel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Balandra Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Balandra Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Does Balandra Hotel have connecting rooms?

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

How close is the airport from Balandra Hotel?

The closest major airport to Balandra Hotel is Manta (MEC-Eloy Alfaro Intl.), which is 5.8 mi away (12 minutes by car).

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

Yes, every guestroom at Balandra Hotel comes with a balcony with some featuring ocean or garden views.

Does Balandra Hotel have a wedding venue?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at Balandra Hotel if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

Balandra Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 144 out of 199 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 38 out of 199 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 199 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 199 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 199 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marcelo

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey, jekyll island

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very comfortable, clean and spacious. Excellent location near the Mall Pacifico and the beach. Breakfast buffet was outstanding.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

David, Salt Lake City

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Security box needed repair but otherwise a good hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lindo Hotel con mucha naturaleza , servicio excelente y su ubicación buena
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Angel, San Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Andres

Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service
Satff came up to my door to ask for something late at night. Were not very helpfull at check in. The parking process was no very easy for them to open the gate
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Samuel, Hollywood

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
There is an elevator only in the towers. The stairs were very difficult.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, fantastic staff.
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Balandra is a very special place. We stayed there after my wife had surgery to rest. The staff is incredibly kind and helpful. The facilities are wonderful and the food is delicious. An incredible place of beauty!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason, Yonkers

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna, Mississauga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is is in a big port city Manta. It is very close to the beach. If you are looking for a nice quiet b each , it is not. Beach is very noisy with loud music and also doesn't look so clean. Hotel is is like a different species with beatiful garden and swimming pool. Staff is great, breakfast is very good, rooms are big and very clean. It is a grwatbplace to stay if you need to stay in a big city. Fee steps from the hotel thwre is a shopping center.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sammy

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Rubèn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beach is very close. We loved that.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yuliet

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love it Great experience
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great hotel. A very friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel has a lot going for it. Once inside you wouldn’t even know the city of Manta was just outside. The Bungalow area with pool is easy on the eyes and the room inside and out was very comfortable and welcoming. Next visit to Manta we will plan a longer stay for sure. For beach or shopping and local eateries it is a very convenient location. To top it all the staff were very friendly and went the extra mile to help make our stay perfect.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in a double bed room with a view to the beach. We loved our stay there. The staff was amazing. The food was so delicious. The breakfast buffet included with the stay had so much variety and if you didn’t find something all you needed to do is ask and if they could they would accommodate your request. We really enjoyed our stay at Balandra and we will continue to stay in Balandra when we visit Manta.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Felix

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Hotel, perfect location

Appreciated how attentive the hosts were. The rooms were great and have a fantastic view of the beach. I felt safe during my stay and well attended, plus the breakfast buffet was a perfect way to start a day. The Hotel is a block away (walking distance) from the beach. Ten minute drive from the airport and a 5 minute drive to great restaurants. There is also a giant mall to the side of the hotel, a two minute walk. Loved the stay, if i had to be picky about one thing, it would be the pool size, felt small for how big the hotel was. Plus it was always full of kids. Which makes sense since its a family type of hotel. But it wasn't too much of an issue since theres a giant ocean a block away. haha. The hotel offers a restaurant, gym and game room. Definitely worth staying here, specially if its your first time in Manta.
view from my balcony
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Phyllis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, staff was excellent. Too many steps everywhere so not great for elderly
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mery

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff aimable
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

charlie

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
I did not like the fact that my Expedia hundred dollars, but they charged me $400 when I left. Will not be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cristina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The most beautiful and well kept hotel I have ever been. Better than anything in Hawaii.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with group, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Balandra is always my first option when visiting Manta and visited it for the first time over 19 years ago. I loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

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