Set in the tranquil countryside of El Chaupi, near Machachi, Chuquiragua Lodge & Spa offers a warm Andean escape surrounded by mountains, gardens and spectacular volcanic landscapes. Located approximately one hour from Quito, the lodge is an excellent base for travelers wishing to explore the Avenue of the Volcanoes while enjoying the charm and hospitality of rural Ecuador.

After a day of hiking, cycling or discovering the nearby natural attractions, guests can relax in comfortable accommodations and enjoy the lodge’s spa facilities, including a Jacuzzi, sauna and steam bath. Its peaceful atmosphere, cozy communal areas and welcoming restaurant make it an inviting choice for couples, families, groups and nature lovers seeking relaxation and adventure in the Ecuadorian Andes.

FREE WI-FI

Only at the restaurant. Enjoy your favorite online shows, play online games, and connect with loved ones while having fun.

WET AREAS

We have a jacuzzi area, sauna, Turkish bath and spa so you can relax in the middle of nature with your loved ones.

FREE PARKING

You’ll probably need a car to get here, and we understand that. Enjoy free parking on our premises for as many cars as your group requires.

BAR

Organize private parties, chat with loved ones, and meet new people. No matter what you want to do, we’ve got you covered.

RESTAURANT

Amazing restaurant with a wide variety of dishes. We offer almost all Ecuadorian dishes with different side dishes.

Accommodation

Prices are Per Person – 2026

 

Accommodation

Chuquiragua Lodge features cozy mountain-style lodging with a total capacity distributed across 20 rooms:

  • 7 Single or Double Rooms: Fitted with queen-size beds.
  • 5 Twin Rooms: Equipped with two single beds.
  • 4 Quadruple Rooms: Furnished with four single beds.
  • 2 Multiple Rooms / Dorms: Shared spaces featuring a total of 12 bunk beds.
  • 2 Suites: Premium spaces with queen-size beds.

 

Activities

Chuquiragua Lodge & Spa offers outdoor adventure and relaxation activities including horseback riding, cycling, hiking, mountain climbing preparation/guided ascents (to Illinizas, Cotopaxi), a full-service spa (sauna, jacuzzi, steam bath, massages), games and entertainment (karaoke, ping-pong, pool table), and local culture/cooking classes

Chuquiragua Lodge & Spa

Andean Lodge

If you have questions about Chuquiragua Lodge & Spa, please, contact us directly or fill the following contact form

Chuquiragua Lodge & Spa Map

Entry Requirements

 

The following information is provided by the Ministries of the Interior and Human Relations for citizens who wish to visit and get to know Ecuador.

Therefore, Responsible travel as a tour operator considers the following guidelines in order to generate a satisfactory experience on your trip through Ecuador. Nevertheless, please note that any requirement can change without prior notice, and it is the responsibility of each traveler to make sure to comply with the current requirements when entering the country.

Visa

The duration to visit the country is 90 days a year; if you are going to extend your visit, it is recommended to pay an extension.

List of countries that need a visa to enter Ecuador:

AfghanistanGuinea BissauRepublic of the Congo
AlbaniaHaitiDemocratic People’s Republic of Korea
Angola KenyaSenegal
BangladeshKyrgyzstanSierra Leone
CameroonIndiaSyria
ChadIraqSri Lanka
Ivory CoastIranSomalia
CubaLibyaSudan
EgyptMaliSouth Sudan
EritreaMauritaniaTajikistan
EthiopiaMyanmarUzbekistan
PhilippinesNigeriaVenezuela
GambiaPakistanVietnam
GhanaNepalYemen
GuineaDemocratic Republic of the Congo 

Applying for a visa

In case of applying for a visa and being able to enter the country. Please contact the following emails: consejeria@cancilleria.gob.ec and citasvisas@cancilleriga.gob.ec.

For more information, there are links to Ecuadorian embassies as well as foreign embassies within the country.

In the case of entering the country by land or river

The Government, through its Ministries, provides that foreign citizens who enter the country through the land or river borders of Colombia and Peru may present their apostilled certificate indicating that they do not have a criminal record; this certificate must have been issued in their country of origin or residence in the last five years.  or in turn request the review of the corresponding information through the Ecuadorian Migration System (SIMIEC).

The following individuals are exempt from filing

  • Holders of a valid Ecuadorean visa
  • Holders of diplomatic passports
  • Children and adolescents under 18
  • Victims of human trafficking.

COVID-19 rules

There is not a COVID certificate needed at the moment, but if you experience symptoms prior to your trip, you can complete a health application and bring it to the airport.

Conditions for passport validity

The passport must be valid for at least half a year. Access is restricted without a valid or reported lost document

 Galapagos Islands

People could visit until 60 days. For enter, you need to present:

Foreign Exchange

When you leave the country, you must declare the foreign exchange if you exceed the aggregate of $1,380.

Personal ID

As a regular law, you must carry your identification. Always keep a copy of your passport, with the pages containing your photo and Ecuadorian entrance stamp.


 

Output Requirements

 

Departure of Foreign Citizens

  1. Valid passport
  2. Ticket Flight

Departure of national and foreign minors

Ecuadorian children and adolescents and resident foreigners may leave the national territory under the following conditions:

  • Accompanied by their parents, legal guardians, or whoever exercises parental authority, or with one of their parents with prior notarial or judicial authorization from those who are not traveling with them.
  • Alone or with third parties with the prior authorization of the parents, guardians, or those who exercise parental authority.
 
 
 
 

lenguage

The native language is Spanish. Some indigenous people speak Spanish, Quechua, and English. The indigenous communities living in the jungle speak their languages and dialects.

At Responsible Travel, we are trained to provide the best experience to the tourist. For this reason, our team of guides is bilingual, as are most of our suppliers (hotels and restaurants).