Hosteria di Franco
Hosteria di Franco provides simple lodgings in Bucay where the Andes meet the Ecuadorian Pacific coastal plain.
This little countryside hotel on the fringe of Ecuador’s coastal plain east of Guayaquil may have been regarded as quite luxurious back in the day. It’s style and facilities do hark back to the 1970s, and guest rooms, while clean and bright, are certainly basic, but the property has local character and is perfectly comfortable for one night’s stay. A low rise property, its garden, foliage-covered walls, internal stone walls and polished tiled or wooden floors enhance its rustic qualities. There’s even a small pool and sauna, intermittent internet access The al fresco restaurant serves a choice of hot Cajun/Criole meals.

Our Expert's Opinion
A comfortable spot to rest your head for the night and experience an authentic local hosteria. The rooms are simple, but clean, and the restaurant offers tasty and substantial evening meals. I found the staff to be friendly and helpful, and I’d recommend you request a room in the main building as mine was.

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