La Buena Vida Hotel offers accommodation in Ayampe. The bed and breakfast has a terrace and spa centre, and guests can enjoy a drink at the snack bar. All rooms are fitted with a private bathroom equipped with a bath or shower. A flat-screen TV with cable channels is provided at the common area. La Buena Vida Hotel offers surf lessons with qualified instructors, and surf board rentals. Montañita is 20 km from La Buena Vida Hotel, while Puerto López is 11 km away. The nearest airport is Manta Airport, 81 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

Free parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
9.1
Location
8.6
Free WiFi
7.8
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  • Lachlan
    Australia Australia
    Johanna and the rest of the staff were so welcoming and friendly, they did everything they could to ensure you have a comfortable stay. The included breakfast was very very good - guests are given a menu to choose from each morning. Rooms are...
  • Brucker
    Germany Germany
    Very positive vibes❤️ felt like coming home! a beautiful place with so much love for details. The staff is so friendly, helpful and just lovely - they really want you to enjoy your time in Ayampe and feel comfortable. Rooms are great and don’t get...
  • Vernon
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    the Manager was fantastic. she was very helpful with local advice. the breakfast was great. the gardens were great. it was a fantastic stay and Ayampe was excellent too. communication from the manager is excellent if any issue or question at all

Managed by La Buena Vida Hotel

Company review score: 9.8Based on 82 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

We are an American & Canadian couple who moved to Ecuador from New York. We have two daughters, a dog & a cat, and we fell in love with the easy-going, inclusive beach lifestyle that is Ayampe while traveling through Ecuador. We have worked in almost every facet of the hospitality industry between the two of us, and we absolutely love running our small, boutique surf hotel. We hope you come to meet us and spend some time enjoying our own little spot in paradise.

Property information

La Buena Vida Hotel is a relaxed and welcoming boutique hotel set along the stunning coast of Ecuador. With laid back surf vibes, set amidst lush tropical flowers and swaying palms, you can feel at home as you relax and unwind from the stresses of everyday life. All of our private rooms include WiFi, memory foam mattresses and air conditioning and private baths. Each offers a private terrace featuring your own hammock to relax and enjoy the warm ocean breeze. We offer delicious hearty breakfast with several options included with your stay. Restaurant with varied menu open all day. Our welcoming staff is happy to accommodate in any way needed, whether booking you a spectacular massage at the spa located across from the hotel (offering therapies like Reiki and Ayurveda), organizing surf lessons, yoga, whale watching, trips to the beautiful beaches at Los Frailes within the Machalilla National Park, Agua Blanca (one of the oldest archeological sites in South America, featuring a sulfur lagoon with healing mineral waters & mud baths), or even coordinating a surf package week for you and friends. La Buena Vida Hotel is awaiting your arrival!

Neighbourhood information

The ocean, the river and the lagoon make this place very special. The tropical forest adjacent to the beach and the laid back surf vibes make Ayampe a tropical paradise. Here you can hike, surf, do some yoga, birdwatch, or just lay on the beach or in a hammock and catch up on some reading. Ayampe is a place that you fall in love with, and that will likely remain in your heart and mind long after you have left. As we say here, Don't Worry, Be Ayampe!

Languages spoken

English,Spanish

Property surroundings

Facilities of La Buena Vida Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular facilities
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Cleaning products
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Movie nights
  • Beach
  • Snorkelling
    Additional charge
  • Horse riding
    Additional charge
  • Diving
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
Internet
Fast free WiFi 51 Mbps. Suitable for streaming 4K content and making video calls on multiple devices. Speed test carried out by the host.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Laptop safe
  • Packed lunches
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Wellness
  • Yoga classes
  • Full body massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa/wellness packages
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

House rules

La Buena Vida Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 21:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

From 08:00 to 12:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 5 years are welcome.

Children 11 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 5 and older are allowed)

Mastercard Visa Diners Club American Express Cash La Buena Vida Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 09:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note there is a 30% prepayment 48 hours prior to arrival required to confirm the reservation. The property will contact you with further information.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform La Buena Vida Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 09:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

FAQs about La Buena Vida Hotel

  • La Buena Vida Hotel is 250 yards from the centre of Ayampe. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • La Buena Vida Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Snorkelling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Back massage
    • Live sport events (broadcast)
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Walking tours
    • Yoga classes
    • Beach
    • Horse riding
    • Cooking class
    • Full body massage
    • Bicycle rental
    • Movie nights
    • Bike tours

  • Check-in at La Buena Vida Hotel is from 14:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • The prices at La Buena Vida Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Room options at La Buena Vida Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Quadruple