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Descanso del Libertador

2.5 star property
Adults-only hotel in Manglaralto with beach bars

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Junior Room, Mixed Dorm, Refrigerator & Microwave, Sea Facing | Mini-refrigerator
Junior Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds, Air conditioning, Sea View | 3 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
3 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Property grounds
Located near Montanita Point, Descanso del Libertador offers sun-seekers a tranquil escape. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi and a peaceful garden setting. The hotel's beach bars provide relaxation spots, and bike rentals make exploring nearby attractions convenient and fun.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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Junior Room, Mixed Dorm, Refrigerator & Microwave, Sea Facing | 3 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Junior Room, Mixed Dorm, Refrigerator & Microwave, Sea Facing

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
3 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
  • 28 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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3 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Junior Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds, Air conditioning, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Manglaralto, Descanso del Libertador is in the city center and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Montanita Point and Parque Marino Valdivia. Valdivia Aquarium and Islote Pelado are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking/biking trails.
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Comuna Atravezado (Libertador Bolívar), Ruta del Spondyllus (E15), en km 50, Manglaralto, Santa Elena, 240110

What's nearby

  • Montañita Beach - 11 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Montanita Church - 11 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Valdivia Aquarium - 13 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Montanita Point - 13 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Olon Beach - 16 min drive - 8.0 miles

Getting around

  • Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl. Airport (GYE) - 153 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Churrería - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Maximo 21-8 - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Momo Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Panorama South America - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Cabaña de Jerry - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Descanso del Libertador

Hotel near Montanita Point
Consider a stay at Descanso del Libertador and take advantage of 13 beach bars, a free grocery shopping service, and a terrace. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Express check-out, tour/ticket assistance, and beach umbrellas
  • Barbecue grills, smoke-free premises, and free newspapers
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and free newspapers.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • 32-cm flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, balconies, and refrigerators

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; USD 3 per person
  • 13 beach bars

Things to do

  • Beach yoga
  • Bicycle rentals

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Free beach cabanas
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On the waterfront
  • Terrace

More

  • Built in 2015
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-cm flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • In-room dining only
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
An early check-in fee will be charged
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets stay free
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 15 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 15 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cash deposit: USD 100 per stay
  • Ecuador value-added tax (15%). Nonresident travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa may be exempt from value-added tax (15%).

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 3 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 90 per vehicle (roundtrip)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
This property accepts cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

There is no hot water on site
Guests under 15 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work
Set meals are served in guestrooms only (no menus or public dining)

Property is also known as

Descanso Libertador Hotel Manglaralto
Descanso Libertador Hotel
Descanso Libertador Manglaralto
Descanso Libertador
Descanso del Libertador Hotel
Descanso del Libertador Manglaralto
Descanso del Libertador Hotel Manglaralto

Frequently asked questions

Is Descanso del Libertador pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows pets (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Descanso del Libertador?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Descanso del Libertador?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Descanso del Libertador?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Descanso del Libertador provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 90 per vehicle applies.

Where is Descanso del Libertador located?

Located in the heart of Manglaralto, this hotel is 5.7 mi (9.2 km) from Montanita Point and 30.6 mi (49.3 km) from Parque Marino Valdivia.

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