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Beautifully restored 19th century colonial mansion situated in the heart of colonial Cuenca near the main square.

This beautifully restored 19th century colonial mansion is situated in the heart of colonial Cuenca near the main square.

In keeping with the style of the house, the atmosphere is one of dignified elegance. The rooms, located on three floors, are tastefully decorated and have air-con, minibar, flat screen cable TV, WIFI and private bathroom.

There is also a restaurant set within the beautiful central courtyard and an atmospheric bar.

What our clients say

We had a wonderful holiday to Quito and Galapagos with Journey Latin America. We just wish it had been longer!
HS, W4 Jun 2011
Ecuador Highlights: Seeing hummingbirds & humpback whales, summiting the Pasochoa peak with Kristian, Quilotoa Volcano Lake, Quito cable car ride, the Las Cajas Park walks with Wilson.
PJR Aug 2011
Quito is a fabulous city with residents that seem to be pleased to see you, really helpful if you make just a little effort to address them in Spanish. Ecuador…
DW, Lingfield Jun 2010
Most memorable experiences: Snorkelling with huge sea turtles and iguanas whilst they were feeding with sea lions, penguins and flightless cormorants also coming to join in the party.
LA, London Oct 2015
From the moment we were picked up, on time, from our hotel in Quito, to the moment we were left at the departure lounge in the airport in Baltra, the…
TP, Lima May 2013
Most Memorable Moment?: Drving up Mt. Cotopaxi and watching a Gaucho chase a cow riding a horse at the gallop whilst trying to lassoe it on a cobbled road,...some rider! …
NBH, Watchet Mar 2018

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Born in the Atacama Desert in northern Chile, Mary’s insider knowledge and dry sense of humour make her a highly valued member of the Tailor-made Holidays and Group Tour sales team.

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