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“a breathtaking sanctuary of welcome and peace”
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Review of Casa Ilalo

View of central patio from bedroom. Patio dining table seats 12
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View of central patio from bedroom. Patio dining table seats 12
Entrance to the main lodge and patio View from the central patio at night over Tumbaco
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View of central patio from bedroom. Patio dining table seats 12
Entrance to the main lodge and patio
View from the central patio at night over Tumbaco
View from one of the garden patios over Cumbaya towards Quito
Picture window in the main lodge with view over Tumbaco
Kitchen and dining area
Jasmine perfumes the patio
Hand built rock terraces
Bathroom sink and recycled tile used in spiral shower
View from the back of the terrace towards Quito and Cumbaya
Hidden corner of the lodge
Looking back towards the garden gate
Queen sized bed in the adobe brick bedroom off the courtyard
The queen size bed in the hand-built bedroom showing the stable door.
Brand new and very comfortable, leather sofa bed, easy to open. In the living room with amazing view
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, Sleeps 4
Tumbaco, Quito, Pichincha Province
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SSA444
Ecuador
Level 3 Contributor
10 reviews
6 hotel reviews
common_n_hotel_reviews_1bd8 5 helpful votes
“a breathtaking sanctuary of welcome and peace”
Reviewed 18 May 2016 for a stay in May 2016

Every detail was graciously attended to. wonderfull to have the company of the Alpacas, and cuddly Cocker spaniels on the estate....butterflies, fragrant lavender, birdsongs in the morning, Fabulous architecture, sunsets over the horizon, and accommodating hosts. All was a dream out of time. I will return again and again.

Date of stay: May 2016
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Liked best: nature peace and quiet, cocker spaniels, the people there
Liked least: I did not realize the house was off the grid so I used up all the electricity by leaving the refrigerator on when I went out.
Travelling group: Solo
Would you recommend this hotel to a friend?   Yes.
Recommended for:
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alisonlee...
Mountain View, California
1 review
“Most beautiful house I've ever stayed in”
Reviewed 31 January 2015 for a stay in July 2014

I stayed here with my husband and 14-year old son. The house is simple but striking, made of stucco, timber and stones from the area. Built into the side of a hill. Full kitchen. Wonderful view of the town below and the equator from the dining patio. Quiet. Hiking trails up the hill and walking trails below. We used the house as base camp for short trips to Quito and drives in central Ecuador. It was one of the best trips we've ever taken!

Date of stay: July 2014
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Liked best: Beautiful house, great view
Travelling group: Teenagers
Would you recommend this hotel to a friend?   Yes.
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Management Response
1 Feb 2015
It was an honor to have you stay at Casa Ilalo. I am really glad you enjoyed your time there. You would love the new solar refrigerator/freezer. The photovoltaic system is working so well, off-grid ice-cream is now on the menu! Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review and I hope you come back to visit one day.
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Richard R
Mountain View, California
Level 2 Contributor
5 reviews
4 hotel reviews
common_n_hotel_reviews_1bd8 3 helpful votes
“Fantastic location, architecture, view, owners!”
Reviewed 31 January 2015 for a stay in January 2014

We stayed in Mr. Pena's mountainside "perch" for a year, it was the favorite place we have ever lived. Mr. Pena is a wonderfully creative and "organic" architect, and he has created the most wonderful residence!

Solar, very "eco" and a wonderful place to stay or retreat in a natural environment while enjoying the proximity to Quito.

Richard

Date of stay: January 2014
Travelling group: Young Children
Would you recommend this hotel to a friend?   Yes.
Recommended for:
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Management Response
1 Feb 2015
We loved having you there in the 'perch'. With the new highway below finished and open, you would not believe how easy it is to get around: 15 minutes to Quito or in the other direction, the airport! Tumbaco is transformed.
The garden you helped begin is flourishing; the whole house is scented with jasmine.
Thanks for your wonderful review of Casa Ilalo. We hope you come back soon.
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