Title: Montanita Travel Guide: Best of Montanita, Manglaralto Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Montanita](https://expedia.co.uk/Montanita-Hotels.d6141380.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Montanita](https://expedia.co.uk/Montanita-Holiday-Rentals.d6141380.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Montanita](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Montanita.d6141380.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Montanita](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Montanita.d6141380.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Montanita Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Montanita.d6141380.Car-Hire-Guide)[Montanita Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Montanita.d6141380.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Montanita Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Golden light falling on the cliffs near the beach town of Montanita, Ecuador](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6141380/238b6ad8-0016-44bc-b714-edbf497dba91.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Montanita](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6141380/adcba63a-f3c1-49bb-8a0b-72d6d534445e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Montanita](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6141380/a2fae266-eb56-4637-926b-2af7a4a36192.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Montanita](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6141380/4edee367-f549-4fcc-b045-7a95db1379ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Montanita](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6141380/5f27094c-6b0b-4d77-9e26-49cca3de3598.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Montanita Things to do - Top hotels in Montanita - Top Holiday Rentals in Montanita ![Hotel Kundalini](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4810000/4808800/4808797/90504665_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Kundalini Frente Al Mar, Pasando El Puente 2 Cuadr Manglaralto Santa Elena £37 6 Apr - 7 Apr Stay at this beach hotel in Manglaralto. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa and a beach locale. Popular attractions Montañita Beach and Olon Beach are located ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (290 reviews) Ocean view, great food, and location! Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F04%2F2026&endDate=07%2F04%2F2026&selected=4808797&PinnedHotelID=4808797&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6141380) ![Hotel SoleMare](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102620000/102612900/102612894/d12d489d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel SoleMare Cam. la Punta Manglaralto Santa Elena £22 7 Apr - 8 Apr Stay at this beach hotel in Manglaralto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Olon Beach and Montanita Point are located ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (8 reviews) The location is right on the beach which is perfect a very relaxing feeling which I enjoyed. We lost our power for three or four hours which is kind of scary no backup generators. They had problems with the water drinking water which was a nuisance but everyone tried hard and I would recommend it ... Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=07%2F04%2F2026&endDate=08%2F04%2F2026&selected=102612894&PinnedHotelID=102612894&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6141380) ![Palms Oasis Montanita ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105130000/105127200/105127135/w493h674x2y0-1cc86b3d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Palms Oasis Montanita Av. Principal El Tigrillo Montañita Santa Elena £29 6 Apr - 7 Apr Stay at this hostel in Manglaralto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Olon Beach and Montañita Beach are located ... 9/10 Wonderful! (6 reviews) Room was ok shower didn’t work too well and a/c was kind of lacking besides that pretty decent for the amount being paid staff were super nice and welcoming I would probably recommend it to a friend even if the pictures are a bit misleading overall 08/10 Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F04%2F2026&endDate=07%2F04%2F2026&selected=105127135&PinnedHotelID=105127135&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6141380) [See all 232 properties in Montanita](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=31%2F03%2F2026&endDate=01%2F04%2F2026®ionId=6141380) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Private Montañita Cottage with En-Suite Bath & AC](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100870000/100862500/100862430/52de3668_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Private Montañita Cottage with En-Suite Bath & AC Montañita EC-G Stay at this cottage in Manglaralto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and balconies. Popular attractions Olon Beach and Montañita Beach are located nearby. 10/10 Exceptional! (1 review) Everything was I expected. Clean, organized, stunning cottages, amazing swimming pool and a VIP PERSONAL ATTENDANCE. Pia, Carlos and other gave us an extraordinary service. Two thumbs up 👍👍 100% Recommend Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manglaralto-Hotels-Tranquil-Oasis-Bed.h100862430.Hotel-Information) ![MONTAÑITA HOUSE Beautiful oceanfront vacation home](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113910000/113906000/113905996/a0561bdc_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### MONTAÑITA HOUSE Beautiful oceanfront vacation home Montañita Santa Elena Stay at this beach holiday home in Manglaralto. Enjoy a beach locale, in-room fireplaces and air conditioning. Popular attractions Olon Beach and Montañita Beach ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manglaralto-Hotels-MONTANITA-HOUSE-Beautiful-Oceanfront-Vacation-Home.h113905996.Hotel-Information) ![Apartahotel wanderlust](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102520000/102511700/102511651/0d023cad_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Apartahotel wanderlust Montañita Manglaralto Santa Elena Stay at this aparthotel in Manglaralto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and housekeeping. Popular attractions Olon Beach and Montanita Point are located ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews) Great spot Reviewed on 16 Jan 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manglaralto-Hotels-Apartahotel-Wanderlust.h102511651.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Montanita](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6141380&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Montanita hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6141380&startDate=2026-03-30&endDate=2026-03-31)[30 Mar - 31 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6141380&startDate=2026-03-30&endDate=2026-03-31) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6141380&startDate=2026-03-31&endDate=2026-04-01)[31 Mar - 1 Apr](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6141380&startDate=2026-03-31&endDate=2026-04-01) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6141380&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026)[3 Apr - 5 Apr](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6141380&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6141380&startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=12%2F04%2F2026)[10 Apr - 12 Apr](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6141380&startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=12%2F04%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit #### Montanita Point Explore the great outdoors at Montanita Point, a lovely green space in Montanita. Stroll along the beaches in this relaxing area or seek out the surfing spots. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Montanita-Point-Manglaralto.d6256056.Attraction) #### Valdivia Aquarium Make time to visit the sea life at Valdivia Aquarium during your trip to Valdivia. Amble around this relaxing area's beaches or seek out the surfing spots. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Valdivia-Aquarium-Manglaralto.d553248635118471444.Attraction) #### Montanita Church After visiting Montanita Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Montanita. Stroll along the beaches in this relaxing area or seek out the surfing spots. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Montanita-Church-Manglaralto.d6256046.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Ecuador Paragliding Montañita](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1353888/f0465e04-3794-4d92-b837-e06097f59e97.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ecuador Paragliding Montañita £49 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/ecuador-paragliding-montanita.a1353888.activity-details) ![Isla de la Plata: Wildlife Trails & Snorkeling at Machalilla Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51199849/fad5bd85-695b-4f70-9d96-9bbeb8572ead.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Isla de la Plata: Wildlife Trails & Snorkeling at Machalilla Park £45 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/isla-de-la-plata-wildlife-trails-snorkeling-at-machalilla-park.a51199849.activity-details) ![Full-Day Montañita Tour with Paragliding from Guayaquil](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4251534/41c6ad64-38bd-4811-ace2-51509c58fbc0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Full-Day Montañita Tour with Paragliding £371 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-montanita-tour-with-paragliding.a4251534.activity-details) [See all activities in Montanita](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Montanita.d6141380.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Montanita ![Camino rustico en Manglaralto, Ecuador](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6338929/ad98984d-47d9-46a7-bbe7-44e0e75bee41.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Manglaralto - Cities near Montanita [Manglaralto](https://expedia.co.uk/Manglaralto.dx6338929) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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