The Cottages by the sea

3.0 star property
Beach location and outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible, Kitchen | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, Netflix
Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, cleaning supplies, freezer
Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, Netflix
BBQ/picnic area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
Avenida Quito Norte, Oceanfront, San Alejo, Charapoto, Manabi, 100001
  • San Jacinto Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Murciélago Beach
    ‪57 min drive‬
  • Manta Port
    ‪58 min drive‬
  • Manta (MEC-Eloy Alfaro Intl.)
    ‪51 min drive‬

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Room options

Premier Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Poolside

  • 371 sq ft
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible, Kitchen

  • 534 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Cottage, 2 Bathrooms, Poolside

  • 371 sq ft
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

Signature Cabin, Multiple Beds, Kitchen, Poolside

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

San Clemente

The Cottages by the sea places you 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from San Jacinto Beach. This 8-room, 3-star hotel has an outdoor pool along with free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • San Jacinto Beach - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Mall del Pacífico - 57 min drive - 39.0 miles
  • Murciélago Beach - 57 min drive - 39.4 miles
  • Manta Port - 58 min drive - 39.2 miles
  • Universidad Laica Eloy Alfaro de Manabi - 59 min drive - 39.7 miles

Getting around

  • Manta (MEC-Eloy Alfaro Intl.) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brisas del Mar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Costa del sol - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Hotel SanJacinto - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪El Paisa - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪El bajon de la boca - ‬11 min drive

About this property

The Cottages by the sea

Beach location and outdoor pool
At The Cottages by the sea, guests have access to an outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace, and free WiFi in public areas. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 30 per vehicle one-way. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage, securing valuables, and concierge services. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls, an off-leash area, and pet-sitting services. Other amenities at this beach hotel include coffee/tea in a common area, an arcade/game room, and express check-in.
32-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels and Netflix, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Kitchens, private fenced yards, and refrigerators are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

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

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 5 for adults and USD 2.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Dining table
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Dining table
  • Free bottled water
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Living room
  • Printer
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 10 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 50.00 per stay
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total (88 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Food and water bowls, an off-leash area, and pet-sitting services are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Ecuador value-added tax (15%). Nonresident travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa may be eligible for a tax refund. However, nonresident travelers may be exempt from value-added tax (15%) on package bookings.

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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5.00 for adults and USD 2.50 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 30 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Pet deposit: USD 50.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee

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 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: PayPal
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in and out are easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. 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 for incidental charges and 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, mobile payments, and cash.
  • Mobile payment options include: PayPal.
  • 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Cottages sea Hotel San Clemente
Cottages sea Hotel
Cottages sea San Clemente
The Cottages by the sea Hotel
The Cottages by the sea Charapoto
The Cottages by the sea Hotel Charapoto

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to The Cottages by the sea?

This hotel is located in San Clemente within a short 17-minute walk of San Jacinto Beach.

How much does it cost to stay at The Cottages by the sea?

As of May 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cottages by the sea on Jun 7, 2025 start from $95.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there parking available at The Cottages by the sea?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Is a spa located at The Cottages by the sea?

Spa services at the hotel include massages and mani/pedis.

Does The Cottages by the sea include a casino on the premises?

No, The Cottages by the sea doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Cottages by the sea?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have 24-hour pool access.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Cottages by the sea?

This waterfront hotel offers many amenities for couples, including in-room massages as well as an outdoor pool and a bar.

Does The Cottages by the sea have a hot tub?

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

Does The Cottages by the sea have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Cottages by the sea serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its snack bar.

Does The Cottages by the sea allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at The Cottages by the sea for a fee of USD 10 per pet, per night. The property also provides an off-leash area and pet-sitting services. A deposit of USD 50.00 per stay is collected.

Does The Cottages by the sea have connecting rooms?

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

Where is the closest airport to The Cottages by the sea?

The closest major airport to The Cottages by the sea is Manta (MEC-Eloy Alfaro Intl.), which is 29.8 mi away (62 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Cottages by the sea?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Cottages by the sea.

The Cottages by the sea Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 18 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

lisa

I never stayed there the booking was a mistake
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gema

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were treated like family. Kimberly is an extraordinaire host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rick&christins, Sausalito, CA

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kimberly and her staff were very attentive and treated us and our 2 dogs like family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautifully maintained in a small fishing village with great character. The owner and staff make you feel at home once you walk through the gates. First to time to Ecuador and it will not be our last to this unique hotel. You can hear the Ocean all day and night from every room and it is only footsteps away. Awesome place and hospitality and some cold beer and cool sunsets. There is good wifi but leave your D^%n phone in the room.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicest place in area. Very friendly and welcoming owner and staff. We felt like family. Went out of their way to ensure a great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Patricia, NC, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Kimberly and her staff are absolutely wonderful! They took care of all of our needs and made sure our stay was perfect! We felt like family. The location is perfect -- on the beach and close to everything! We loved our stay so much, we have aleady made plans to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

6/10 Okay

Kristine, Vernon, BC, Canada

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Small hotel close to the beach.

This was our first stop after flying to Manta on the coast of Ecuador. It was right in the middle of the country's carnival which made the town very congested and noisy. When we arrived and asked for confirmation of the free breakfast, we were told it wasn't included. However, upon showing the written confirmation, the owner agreed. Although they do not appear to be well set up for providing breakfasts, the staff did put together a good breakfast for us. I think if we had purchased one of their larger rooms our experience might have been a lot better, but they were full on the night of arrival. The room we had was very small, and although it had all the features mentioned below, it did not meet our needs so we left after the first night even though we were paid for three nights. We drove to a different town with a nicer beach and stayed there for three nights. Even though the new place cost a bit more and had none of the features listed below under "...likes...", we found it much better than Cottages by the Sea because it was spacious, airy, well-lit, modern, very clean, had lots of hooks & hangers and places to put our bags and things, had two multi-speed fans in each room and had an immaculate, bright bathroom with high-end fixtures.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018

8/10 Good

Gudnara, Quito

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Héctor Rafael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente para pasar en familia, muy recomendado
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gustavo

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

10/10 Excellent

Denis

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Endroit très accueillant avec un excellent service.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

CIELO ROSA

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

VOLVERIAMOS A IR

BONITO LUGAR, SUS ANFITRIONES MUY AMABLES Y NOS GUSTO MAS QUE SEAN AMIGABLES PARA LAS MASCOTAS
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Blanca

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Un lugar muy acogedor, limpio y ordenando con una excelente atención, seguro regresamos en una próxima ocasión
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022