Backpackers-balcones-river-lodge
Vía a Baños
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5 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
5 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
Why people book this hotel
“The views from the room are incredible”
“Very nice room with good view”
“Great location, cabin look, inside kitchen”
“We loved the location, calm neighborhood, magnificent view of the river and volc…”
“The host is very welcoming”
“owner was helpful”
“Big clean room with an amazing view on the river”
“The kitchen is fully equipped, spacious and clean”
“Absolutely worth it for the view outside”
“For what you save on the room price you can afford to taxi both ways and still n…”
“private parking”
Overview
Set in Baños in the Tungurahua region, Backpackers-balcones-river-lodge features a garden. This bed and breakfast offers free private parking, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The bed and breakfast has family rooms. Some accommodation includes a terrace with mountain views, a fully equipped kitchen and a private bathroom with walk-in shower. Sightseeing tours are available within easy reach. A bicycle rental service is available at the bed and breakfast, while cycling can be enjoyed nearby. The nearest airport is Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport, 200 km from Backpackers-balcones-river-lodge.
Traveller reviews
Tamir
solo_traveller
June 5, 2026
Great location, cabin look, inside kitchen
Kira
solo_traveller
April 18, 2026
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Kira
solo_traveller
April 14, 2026
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Rooney
couple
January 16, 2026
“Great hostel for a great price”
The views from the room are incredible. Great to have a small kitchen in the room that is usable with some utensils. We arrived and were able to check in at 7am. Free drinking water! Room was big and comfortable. Great balcony to use with hammocks. Cute kitty!!
Angela
couple
January 8, 2026
Big clean room with an amazing view on the river. The kitchen was big and well furnished. Very quiet at night. Absolutely worth it for the view outside.
kelvin
couple
May 18, 2025
“Nice place”
Very nice room with good view
Josianne
family_with_children
April 13, 2025
“Best hostal in Baños”
We loved the location, calm neighborhood, magnificent view of the river and volcano. The kitchen is fully equipped, spacious and clean. The rooms and bathrooms are clean and the beds are very comfortable. The host is very welcoming. The place is great for single travelers as well as families. We really recommend it!
Scott
extended_group
March 13, 2025
“I would definitely find another accommodation option in Banos.”
Beautiful view of the valley below Banos. Also, there's a dog and a cat on the property, which always cheers things up. The property certainly has potential, but as of now it definitely isn't living up to it.
Kerryn
couple
February 20, 2025
had a beautiful view of the river from outside our window. it was a very quiet location. private parking. owner was helpful.
Sjajm
couple
November 11, 2024
The room was very spacious and comfortable. The view from the room was amazing. Very kind owner. I am not a dog lover at all. But Bingo the lodges dog was great and would help protect you when the other dogs on the road would be quite aggressive.
Joya
solo_traveller
March 2, 2024
The most amazing view i ever had in a hostel! Loved the cute baby cat :)
Haley
family_with_children
January 9, 2024
Nice views from rooftop. Fireplace in our apartment. Use of laundry facilities. Bottled water included. Quiet as is a short walk out of town.
Amy
family_with_children
December 19, 2023
“Great place, we loved it here”
Excellent location, well equipped kitchen, friendly staff. Great for kids.
Amy
couple
December 19, 2023
“A lovely place, great value for money.”
Location is lovely, right above the river, you can see vultures soaring and hear the river. We were in a little apartment, a double bed and bunk bed, our own private bathroom and a kitchen, with an oven, 4 hobs. You're given drinking water which I think is a great touch as otherwise you're boiling it. You're also given towels. There's plenty of space to hang up laundry if you need to. It is a walk into town, but only about 20-25 minutes or a cheap taxi ($1.25-1.50). For what you save on the room price you can afford to taxi both ways and still not pay what people do in the Town centre. It's very quiet and has nice touches like swings and beautiful flowers planted. There are some really nice details in the shared kitchen too. We managed to find everything we needed for cooking. We liked it so much we came back specifically to stay there and rest after the selva.
Esmee
couple
November 19, 2023
“Don't go here”
View is good, beds are comfy, room is spacious.
Bart
extended_group
October 7, 2023
The locatio is amazing, next to a goede where eagals fly in the morning. The accomodation has a large well ecuiped kitche you can use. Best value for money so far in Ecuador.
Frederik Tepe
couple
September 10, 2023
“Relaxed stay outside of town.”
Spacious rooms. Everything was clean. Nice staff. Location is a bit outside but nice and quiet.
Billy Gladys
extended_group
July 18, 2023
Everything
Yingqin
family_with_children
March 28, 2023
“Such a great property in Baños, clean and comfortable with great rates!”
Everything is so wonderful here, the owner is so friendly and welcoming. We felt immediately at home. The room is very big and clean, with great view of the river outside. The rates were so great and this is by far the best deal for our trips. There are cats and a dog which made my sons so happy here. Thank you to the hosts of this hotel.
Gaia Moon
couple
March 27, 2023
“great place! would return”
very nice place, great staff, there was building going on so we got upgraded to a different room which was lovely. would definitely recommend.
Facilities
Activities
Massage, Hiking, Cycling, Foot massage, Bike tours, Tour or class about local culture
Food & Drink
Breakfast options
General
Bicycle parking, Indoor fireplace, Pets allowed, Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Outdoors
Outdoor furniture, Sun terrace, Garden, Terrace
Parking
Free parking, Parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Services
Tour desk, Luggage storage, Laundry, 24-hour front desk
Apartment
This apartment comes with 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a bath. The unit has 6 beds.
Apartment with Lake View
This apartment comprises 1 living room, 3 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a bath. The apartment's kitchen, which features kitchenware, is available for cooking and storing food. The unit offers 9 beds.
Deluxe Apartment
This apartment features a fireplace. This apartment comprises 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a bath and free toiletries. Meals can be prepared in the well-fitted kitchen, which comes with a stovetop, a refrigerator and kitchenware. The apartment provides a washing machine, a dining area, as well as a terrace and a patio. The unit offers 4 beds.
Family Room with Mountain View
The family room includes a private bathroom equipped with a bath. The unit offers 3 beds.
Family Room with Private Bathroom
The family room has a private bathroom fitted with a walk-in shower and a bath. The family room features a washing machine and mountain views. The unit has 4 beds.
Family Room with Private Bathroom
The family room has a private bathroom fitted with a walk-in shower and a bath. The family room features a washing machine and mountain views. The unit has 3 beds.
Family Room with Terrace
This family room features a fireplace. Meals can be prepared in the kitchen, which has a stovetop, kitchenware and an oven. The family room features a washing machine, a dining area, a terrace with mountain views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 3 beds.
Deluxe Double Room
The double room includes a private bathroom equipped with a bath. The unit offers 1 bed.
Double Room
Guests can make meals in the fully equipped kitchen that features a stovetop, kitchenware and an oven. The spacious double room provides a washing machine, a sofa, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and a bath. The unit offers 2 beds.
Mixed Dormitory Room
The dormitory room includes a private bathroom equipped with a bath.
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Mountain View
The unit has 1 bed.
Comfort Triple Room
The triple room includes a private bathroom equipped with a bath. The unit offers 3 beds.
Deluxe Triple Room with Sea View
Triple Room
The unit has 4 beds.
Triple Room with Bathroom
Guests can make meals in the kitchen that features a stovetop, kitchenware and an oven. This triple room has a desk, a patio, mountain views and a private bathroom. The unit has 3 beds.
Triple Room with Mountain View
The unit has 3 beds.
Triple Room with View
The unit offers 3 beds.
Quadruple Room with Lake View
The unit offers 2 beds.
Quadruple Room with Private Bathroom
The kitchen features a stovetop, kitchenware and an oven. This quadruple room has a desk, a patio, mountain views and a private bathroom. The unit has 2 beds.
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