La Fogata
Ruta del Spondylus, Machalilla, Ecuador
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Why people book this hotel
“You are a few steps away from the beach”
“The location in front of the beach, the personnel, the calm”
“The hosts connect with you using WhatsApp so ant language barriers are overcome,…”
“There's an amazing staff”
“The bungalows are on the waterfront at the quieter end of town”
“The place is very comfy and quiet”
“The room was big and clean”
“Clean and pretty quiet”
“Fast internet (worked well for a Zoom call), you can walk to Playa de los Fraile…”
“We enjoyed a nice homemade breakfast at the hostel at a table overlooking the be…”
Overview
With sea views, La Fogata is situated in Machalilla and has a restaurant, room service, bar, garden, terrace and children's playground. The lodge features both WiFi and private parking free of charge. There is a fully equipped private bathroom with shower and free toiletries. La Fogata offers a barbecue. Hiking and cycling can be enjoyed nearby, while a bicycle rental service and a private beach area are also available on site. The nearest airport is Eloy Alfaro International, 80 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Traveller reviews
Shirley
solo_traveller
February 24, 2026
“Sensational location with superb service.”
The bungalows are on the waterfront at the quieter end of town. The hosts connect with you using WhatsApp so ant language barriers are overcome, they arrange transport when needed. They have a local restaurant that will deliver lunch and dinner to the cabanas. Excellent quality and prompt service. All you have to do is eat watching the sunset.
Martin
extended_group
September 27, 2024
“We had an excellent time at La Fogata. The location is great and the staff is unbelievably helpful. I would stay there a”
Ronnie
family_with_children
February 25, 2024
There's an amazing staff. The place is very comfy and quiet. You are a few steps away from the beach.
Anja
extended_group
January 8, 2024
“Cute little hotel on the beach”
The location in front of the beach, the personnel, the calm.
Martin
extended_group
November 27, 2023
“We had an excellent time at La Fogata. The location is great and the staff is unbelievably helpful. I would stay there a”
Nicole
couple
March 11, 2023
The staff here made our stay exceptional with all their kindness and help with organizing activities!
Sara
extended_group
February 13, 2023
The location next to the beach was great. What a view. The room was big and clean. Friendly People.
Mark
family_with_children
February 10, 2023
Close to Los Frailes, an incomparable beach. Friendly hosts and family. Clean and pretty quiet.
Katrina
couple
July 11, 2022
“Bungalows on the beach within walking distance of Playa de los Frailes”
Right on the beach, you can hear the waves at night. There's a side road just in front of the hostel so there's some noise from that and the neighbors as well but nothing terrible. Fast internet (worked well for a Zoom call), you can walk to Playa de los Frailes, it's a much smaller and quieter town than Puerto Lopez. The owners who live on-site are super nice and generous, let us use the kitchen and store our bags while we did the hike at Los Frailes before we left (highly recommend) and offered to make a bonfire for us. There are some family-run restaurants within walking distance on the water mostly with seafood. We enjoyed a nice homemade breakfast at the hostel at a table overlooking the beach - very nice! One note - all of the outlets in the cabins are two-pronged. I needed to plug in my laptop charger which is 3-pronged and I didn't have an adapter, but luckily the owners lent me one.
dave
couple
May 7, 2022
Excellent location, nice Beach great for swimming, large rooms super clean.. extraordinary staff ( Annabelle and Gibson were incredible hosts.. ) really made a difference to our stay. This is a great business to give you money to as the hotel feeds and rescues a lot of Street dogs.. ( they also have three cats) I love using the BBQ .. having a bonfire on the beach with some of the local musicians was a highlight ..it was a safe neighborhood. ...... I only booked 2 night it wasn't long..tip the National park has the best beach South America!!
Martha
extended_group
May 7, 2022
“amazing cabana’s and lovely atmosphere.”
The staff were so friendly and helpful and welcoming !! Also amazing kitchen and everything was very clean. Bonfire on the beach was amazing and the views were incredible. Beach a two minute walk from the bedroom.
Guest
extended_group
July 24, 2021
“A bit of paradise to be protected”
The location right in front of the beach, which is in danger as the very protected part of the beach has been sold by someone to someone, who started cutting palm trees and putting fences that violate the natural protection zone.
Mikel
extended_group
April 13, 2021
La vista al mar excelente
Facilities
Activities
Fishing, Games room, Massage, Children's playground, Table tennis, Karaoke, Darts, Hiking, Diving, Snorkelling, Cycling, Private beach area, Beachfront, Evening entertainment, Open-air bath, Back massage, Neck massage, Foot massage, Couples massage, Head massage, Hand massage, Full body massage, Beach, Movie nights, Walking tours, Bike tours, Themed dinner nights, Bingo
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles, Indoor play area, Kids' outdoor play equipment
Food & Drink
Kid meals, Breakfast in the room, Restaurant, Bar, Breakfast options, Wine/champagne, Fruits
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered, Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
General
Pets allowed, Family rooms, Non-smoking rooms, Designated smoking area, Bicycle parking, WiFi available in all areas
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Outdoors
BBQ facilities, Sun terrace, Garden, Terrace, Outdoor furniture, Picnic area
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Parking garage, Parking on site, Private parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Pool and wellness
Sun umbrellas
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
24-hour security, Key access, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals
Services
Grocery deliveries, Shuttle service, Airport shuttle, Business centre, Laundry, 24-hour front desk, Room service, Meeting/banquet facilities, Shuttle service (additional charge), Airport shuttle (additional charge), Tour desk
Family Room with Sea View
The spacious family room offers a private entrance, a dining area, a terrace with sea views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 3 beds.
Double Room with Balcony and Sea View
The spacious double room features a private entrance, a dining area, a terrace with sea views as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 3 beds.
Triple Room with Sea View
The spacious triple room provides a private entrance, a dining area, a terrace with sea views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 3 beds.
Quadruple Room with Sea View
The spacious quadruple room features a private entrance, a dining area, a terrace with sea views as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 4 beds.
Superior Suite with Sea View
Boasting 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a shower, this spacious suite has a well-fitted kitchen and a terrace. The suite's kitchen, which has a refrigerator and kitchenware, is available for cooking and storing food. The suite features a private entrance, a dining area, a barbecue as well as a balcony with sea views. The unit offers 6 beds.
Single Room with Sea View
The single room features a private entrance, a dining area, a terrace with sea views as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 2 beds.
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