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Samai Lodge Holistic Living

3.0 star property
Family-friendly lodge with a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace

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Premium Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Sea View | Balcony view
Restaurant
1 bedroom, down comforters, pillowtop beds, individually decorated
1 bedroom, down comforters, pillowtop beds, individually decorated
Outdoor pool
Travelers find peaceful moments at Samai Lodge Holistic Living through garden strolls and rooftop terrace relaxation. The property caters to active guests with hiking and biking options nearby, while families appreciate thoughtful amenities like a children's pool and arcade room.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Hot Tub
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly

Room options

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Panoramic Double Room | 1 bedroom, down comforters, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Panoramic Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, down comforters, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Premium Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, down comforters, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Champagne service
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | 1 bedroom, down comforters, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Champagne service
  • 24 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, down comforters, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Triple Room | 1 bedroom, down comforters, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Triple Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 40 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, down comforters, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Family Quadruple Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 46 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, down comforters, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Single Room, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Manglaralto, Samai Lodge Holistic Living is near theme parks and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Olon Beach and MontaƱita Beach. Ayampe Beach and Machalilla National Park are two other places to visit that come recommended. With snorkeling, motor boating, and surfing/body boarding nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Map
Km 700 E15, Via del Espondylos, Manglaralto, Santa Elena

What's nearby

  • Olon Beach - 8 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Montanita Point - 11 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • MontaƱita Beach - 12 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Ayampe Beach - 20 min drive - 11.3 miles
  • Puerto Lopez Beach - 39 min drive - 25.1 miles

Restaurants

  • ā€ŖLa ChurrerĆ­a - ā€¬7 min drive
  • ā€ŖMaximo 21-8 - ā€¬7 min drive
  • ā€ŖMomo Restaurant - ā€¬7 min drive
  • ā€ŖPanorama South America - ā€¬7 min drive
  • ā€ŖCabaƱa de Jerry - ā€¬7 min drive

About this property

Samai Lodge Holistic Living

Family-friendly lodge near Olon Beach
Located close to MontaƱita Beach, Samai Lodge Holistic Living provides a rooftop terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like cycling and ecotours at this lodge. Treat yourself to a body treatment, a facial, or a massage at the onsite spa. An arcade/game room, a library, and dry cleaning/laundry services are available to all guests.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, a front-desk safe, and 8 meeting rooms
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free bottled water.
Extra amenities include:
  • Children's books, musical instruments, and art supplies
  • Pillowtop mattresses and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with roll-in showers and grab bars in showers
  • Wardrobes/closets, daily housekeeping, and desks

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 80 km
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle tours
  • Children's pool
  • Ecotours
  • Full-service spa
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Art supplies
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Musical instrument
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 8 meeting rooms
  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In a state park
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Hot tub
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Handrails in hallways
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Pool access ramp on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 9 buildings
  • Built in 2002
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:30 AM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 12:30 PM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 5 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 5 per stay
1 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • 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

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 80 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Pet deposit: USD 5 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 5 per pet, per night

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 credit card, debit card, or 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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Property Registration Number 0101327591.001.2000974

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 7 years old are only allowed with adult supervision

Property is also known as

Samai Ocean Lodge Spa Montanita
Samai Ocean Lodge Spa
Samai Ocean Spa Montanita
Samai Ocean Lodge Spa Manglaralto
Samai Ocean Lodge Spa Comuna San Jose
Samai Ocean Spa Comuna San Jose
Samai Ocean Spa Manglaralto
Samai Ocean Spa
Samai Holistic Living
Samai Ocean Lodge Spa
Samai Lodge Holistic Living Lodge
Samai Lodge Holistic Living Manglaralto
Samai Lodge Holistic Living Lodge Manglaralto

Frequently asked questions

Does Samai Lodge Holistic Living have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Samai Lodge Holistic Living pet-friendly?

Yes, Samai Lodge Holistic Living allows pets (limit 1 total). There's a deposit of USD 5 per stay and a fee of USD 5 per pet, per night. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Samai Lodge Holistic Living?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Samai Lodge Holistic Living?

Check-in start time: 11:30 AM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Samai Lodge Holistic Living?

Check-out is at 12:30 PM.

Does Samai Lodge Holistic Living provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 80 per vehicle applies.

Where is Samai Lodge Holistic Living located?

Located by the ocean, this family-friendly lodge is within 9 mi (15 km) of Olon Beach, MontaƱita Beach, and Ayampe Beach. Machalilla National Park and Puerto Lopez Beach are also within 25 mi (40 km).

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