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Hacienda Pinsaqui "Three Centuries of History"   Near Otavalo, Ecuador

ABOUT HACIENDA PINSAQUI - in their own words:
In the heart of Ecuador's lake district, Hotel in Otavalo, Hacienda Pinsaquí, rich with centuries of history, invites you to become part of its magic, tradition, romance and legends. Hacienda Pinsaquí is ideally situated at the base of Imbabura Volcano, just north of the world-famous Otavalo market, and only an hour-and-a-half from Quito, Ecuador's charming capital. Its location also allows effortless access to the region's many attractions: the lakes of San Pablo, Cuicocha and Mojanda, as well as the white colonial city of Ibarra and local handicraft villages like Cotacachi.

Constructed in 1790, Otavalo Hotel, Hacienda Pinsaquí was originally a colonial textile enterprise, employing over one thousand weavers and spinners. Many of Pinsaquí's fabrics were exported to the United States in the late 1800s where they first received international recognition. To this day, the Hacienda retains the character and authenticity of its earlier incarnation, making for a unique travel experience.

Over the centuries Pinsaquí has hosted numerous illustrious guests. Most famous of all is General Simón Bolívar, the revered liberator of Ecuador, who often spent the night at the hacienda on his trips to and from Bogotá, Colombia. Later in the nineteenth century, hacienda's walls witnessed the "Treaty of Pinsaquí ," an historic peace agreement between Colombia and Ecuador.
Our unique hacienda makes an ideal base. Whether you are looking for outdoor pursuits, relaxation, antiques, handicrafts, and whether you are single, a couple or a family, we guarantee that a few days in our company will make your stay in Ecuador unforgettable.

Hacienda Pinsaquí offers its guests:

• 30 well-appointed suites with fireplaces (some with jacuzzi bath)
• A restaurant featuring the finest Ecuadorian and International cuisine
• 200 year-old grounds with ponds, palms, walks, and roaming llamas
• The Terrace snack bar with lovely views of the garden
• Room service
• Reading
• An historical chapel
• Horseback Riding
• Mountain Biking
• Hiking
  

ACCOMMODATIONS
Each room is unique and has a character all of its own. There are 30 suites with fireplaces that comfortably accommodate up to five people. Within the rooms you will find sheepskin rugs, heavy blankets and pieces of traditional art. Most rooms have a view overlooking the lovely gardens behind the hacienda.

RESTAURANT
The restaurant is beautifully decorated with white stone walls, deep blue curtains, historic art and huge windows giving onto the captivating landscape beyond. The restaurant, which caters to both vegetarians and meat-eaters alike, offers three meals a day, ranging from light meals such as soups and sandwiches, to more elegant dishes including fish, meat, and pastas. Try the typical Ecuadorian soups, the fresh fish and rich desserts.

BAR-LOUNGE
In the cavern bar, enjoy the cosy atmosphere of the open, crackling fire and the collections of family regalia, and admire the historic equestrian equipment, from worn leather saddles to dusty horse show medals - this room is redolent with history. Sip one of the cellar's many fine wines, or enjoy "canelazo" by the fire, whilst browsing the photos, prizes and plaques which all attest to the tradition of the hacienda.