Title: Ruta del Sol Travel Guide: Best of Ruta del Sol, Ecuador Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Ruta del Sol](https://expedia.co.uk/Ruta-Del-Sol-Hotels.d3000655749.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Ruta del Sol](https://expedia.co.uk/Ruta-Del-Sol-Holiday-Rentals.d3000655749.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Ruta del Sol](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Ruta-Del-Sol.d3000655749.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Ruta del Sol Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Ruta-Del-Sol.d3000655749.Car-Hire-Guide)[Ruta del Sol Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Ruta-Del-Sol.d3000655749.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Ruta del Sol Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Ruta del Sol](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6141380/adcba63a-f3c1-49bb-8a0b-72d6d534445e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ruta del Sol](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500230/1583027c-0733-49e0-a2bd-480d1f519ada.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ruta del Sol](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6349502/bd1cd570-d93c-4190-86c7-2c275a55d4f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ruta del Sol](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6141380/a2fae266-eb56-4637-926b-2af7a4a36192.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ruta del Sol](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6144041/0e57338d-1bb8-4baa-97e5-92db52461ba8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Ruta del Sol Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Ruta del Sol ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Las Vegas While Las Vegas isn't home to many top sights, Playita Mía Artisanal Shipyard and Manabí Fisherman Statue are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manta-Las-Vegas.dx553248635976396615) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Santa Marianita When in Santa Marianita, you can plan a visit to Mall del Pacífico and Manta Port, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manta-Santa-Marianita.dx553248635976399083) ![Malecón Playa el Murciélago en Manta](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/953417999495655424/efa0174e-c822-4cea-9c47-a8e5441ba5d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Barbasquillo While visiting Barbasquillo, you might make a stop by sights like Plaza La Quadra and Umiña Tennis Club. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manta-Barbasquillo.dx953417999495655424) ![Vista aerea del Faro de San Lorenzo, Manta, Ecuador, desde un dron](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976386180/ca272a22-1782-40f8-825e-e79de30239a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Parroquia Tarqui While visiting Parroquia Tarqui, you might make a stop by sights like Manabí Fisherman Statue and Playita Mía Fish Market. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Parroquia-Tarqui.dx553248635976386180) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Ciudadela Universitaria Though Ciudadela Universitaria may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mall del Pacífico and Murciélago Beach. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manta-Ciudadela-Universitaria.dx961888320013783040) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Parroquia Los Esteros While Parroquia Los Esteros may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Manta Port and Mall del Pacífico. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manta-Parroquia-Los-Esteros.dx961888773134675968) - Top hotels in Ruta del Sol - Top Holiday Rentals in Ruta del Sol ![Oro Verde Manta](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/490000/486500/486448/90a34926_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Oro Verde Manta Calle 23, Av. Malecon Manta Manabi £112 12 Apr - 13 Apr Stay at this luxury hotel in Manta. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9/10 Wonderful! (706 reviews) Very safe, clean and excellent staff. Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=486448&PinnedHotelID=486448&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000655749) ![Royal Decameron Punta Centinela](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5300000/5298000/5297938/06941c8a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Royal Decameron Punta Centinela Km 10 1/2 via Salinas, Manglar Alto Santa Elena Santa Elena Stay at this beach hotel in Santa Elena. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Punta Barandua and Punta Blanca Beach are ... [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=5297938&PinnedHotelID=5297938&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000655749) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=5297938&PinnedHotelID=5297938&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000655749) ![Wyndham Manta Sail Plaza Hotel & Convention Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17800000/17793100/17793054/986c84a3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Wyndham Manta Sail Plaza Hotel & Convention Center Via Barbasquillo junto a Mykonos Manta Manabi £120 30 Mar - 31 Mar Stay at this luxury hotel in Manta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Plaza La Quadra and Umiña Tennis Club are located ... 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(6 reviews) Excelente propiedad, una pena que no se puedan utilizar los amenities del hotel y se tenga que pagar aparte, de lado eso, todo perfecto Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manta-Hotels-ZAMFAR-Vacaciones.h109000015.Hotel-Information) ![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) [See all properties in Ruta del Sol](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=3000655749&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. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Punta-Blanca-Beach-Ecuador.d6238713.Attraction) #### Mall del Pacífico You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Mall del Pacífico during your visit to Manta. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area. 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