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Bed and breakfasts · Otavalo

Flying Donkey

📍 C/ Abdon Calderon 510 y Simon Bolivar (esquina), 100450 Otavalo, Ecuador · Show on map

Very good88 reviews8.7

Photos: Booking.com

  • Internet
  • Restaurant
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace

About the property

Offering a terrace and sun terrace, Flying Donkey offers accommodation in Otavalo. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

Rooms at Flying Donkey feature a Cable TV and a wardrobe. Some rooms include private or shared bathroom.
There is a 24-hour front desk at the property.

Ibarra is 21 km from Flying Donkey, while Tababela is 47 km away. The nearest airport is Mariscal Sucre Airport, 41 km from the property.

Type
Bed and breakfasts
Location
OtavaloImbabura
Guest rating
8.7 / 10Very good · 88 reviews
Check-in
from 13:30until 21:00
Check-out
by 12:00
Pets
Not allowed
Languages spoken
English, Spanish

Breakfast

  • Fruit

Accepted payment methods

  • Cash only

Prices and availability

Pick your check-in then check-out date and we work out the price of your stay. Price per night for 2 adults, from Booking.com.

Prices are checked in euros and converted at the Nov 11, 2026 exchange rate, as a guide only: Booking.com shows the exact amount. Exchange rates: European Central Bank, Rates By Exchange Rate API

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Rooms and units

Rooms and photos from the property’s Booking.com page.

Facilities and services

  • Internetfree
  • Restaurant
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttleextra charge
  • Terrace
  • Non-smoking

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen

Room amenities

  • Clothes rack

Bathroom

  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Internet

  • Internet services free

Parking

  • Parking nearby

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits free
  • Restaurant

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace

Entertainment & family services

  • Board games/puzzles
  • Indoor play area

General

  • Airport shuttle extra charge
  • Designated smoking area
  • Family rooms
  • Grocery deliveries extra charge
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Packed lunches
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Shuttle service extra charge

Reception services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge service
  • Express check-in/check-out free
  • Invoice provided
  • Luggage storage free
  • Tour desk

Cleaning services

  • Daily housekeeping extra charge
  • Ironing service extra charge
  • Laundry extra charge

Activities

  • Bicycle rental free
  • Darts free
  • Games room
  • Hiking nearby
  • Pub crawls extra charge
  • Walking tours extra charge

Safety & security

  • 24-hour security
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access
  • Security alarm
  • Smoke alarms

From the property’s Booking.com page. “Extra charge”: a fee may be payable on site.

Guest ratings

8.7 Very good88 reviews

Highlights

  • Location
  • Wi-Fi
  • Staff

Could be better

  • Facilities
  • Staff 9.6+0.3
  • Facilities 8.3−0.5
  • Cleanliness 8.9
  • Comfort 9.1
  • Value for money 8.8
  • Location 9.6+0.6
  • Wi-Fi 8.8+0.4

Average in Otavalo · 53 rated properties

Ratings from Booking.com guests who stayed at the property.

Guest reviews

9.2 ExceptionalAverage of these 10 reviews

  • PaulUnited States · Jan 9, 2026 10Exceptional

    Liked : The place has lots of character, the staff are super friendly and very very helpful. The place is located near all kinds of places with good cheap food and charm.

    Disliked : There is trade off between quiete and being. Centrally located. I’m picky though because I would prefer living in the woods if I had my way.

    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
  • KarenUnited States · Nov 10, 2025 8Very good

    Will definitely stay there again

    Liked : My third visit there and never disappointed. Staff is very friendly and speaks enough English for me! Very helpful.

    Disliked : Unfortunately, the hot water is an issue. I think they have a very old boiler and it takes some patience! Not a big deal, on vacation so I had all the time in the world. Just a little annoying when you’re in the middle of a shower And it turns cold. Lol.

    • Group
    • Double Room
  • NaamaIsrael · Jul 17, 2025 10Exceptional

    Great hostal

    Liked : We loved our stay here. The room was comfortable, there’s a good kitchen and a nice roof. Juan, the manager, is very friendly

    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
  • ElizabethUnited States · Mar 4, 2024 10Exceptional

    Worthwhile stay -- highly recommended

    Liked : Friendly and knowledgeable staff.
    Artistic and eclectic decorations.
    On the main drag for music and people watching.
    Generous hostess always offered coffee. She spoke English pretty well. Bell chimed to let her know when someone present.
    Nice kitchen with plenty of appliances and nice lighter for stove.
    Soft pillow. Convenient outlets. Clean
    Pleasant, upbeat atmosphere.

    Disliked : Street noise but, of course, couldn't be helped.
    Bathroom light went out too frequently.
    Cold shower 🥶

    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
  • MatthewUnited States · Jun 19, 2023 10Exceptional

    The staff was extremely helpful and particularly welcoming. I was able to watch the USA vs Mexico game in the lobby. As

    Liked : The location is in the Centro and within walking distance from the market and many restaurants. Cabs to various parts of the city is great. Don’t forget to visit the various lakes and casadas.

    Disliked : Considering the location is in el centro, one should expect there to be noise from the street and in the evening. Overall, it is manageable.

    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
  • MiriamGermany · Dec 4, 2025 9Exceptional

    Cute place to enjoy Otavalo

    Liked : Cute, authentic place with very nice staff. We felt very welcomed and spent a nice night here. It's clean and a bit chaotic but in a cozy way. Would come back :)

    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
  • LeFrance · Apr 26, 2024 10Exceptional

    Liked : The place is really cosy, it feels like home. The people working there are amazing. They have the best hot shower in the whole country.

    Disliked : It's very much in the city center, so it's a bit noisy - that's what one gets when they stay downtown.

    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
  • LuiseUnited States · Dec 5, 2023 8Very good

    Great place to get to know both travelers and locals

    Liked : Great and helpful staff
    Well equipped kitchen
    Fruits and coffee for breakfast

    Disliked : Mattress was extremely hard

    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
  • LoisUnited Kingdom · Sep 2, 2023 8Very good

    Great for a short stay

    Liked : Great location, right in the centre of town, comfortable room, clean.

    Disliked : Very quiet, not much atmosphere

    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
  • JohnCanada · Jul 22, 2023 9Exceptional

    Liked : Excellent location. I love the terrace views. It was a lovely stay.

    Disliked : The kitchen was not very clean during my stay, with dirty dishes and left overs from other people on the counter.

    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Reviews published on Booking.com by guests who stayed at the property.

Location

C/ Abdon Calderon 510 y Simon Bolivar (esquina), 100450 Otavalo, Ecuador

Directions

Things to see nearby

  • Cascada de Peguche 3.1 km6 min drive
  • Parque Recreacional el Coco 7.7 km11 min drive

Restaurants and cafés

  • Daily Grind Otavalo 150 m2 min walk
  • Nul Burguer 220 m3 min walk
  • Restaurant Ali Micuy 270 m3 min walk
  • Hostal Refugio Terra Esperanza 18 km31 min drive
  • Café Mojanda 21 km23 min drive

Getting around

  • Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport 38 km85 min drive

Places and distances from Booking.com (straight-line distances, times are approximate). Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.

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