Hostería Hacienda Pinsaqui

Around two hours south of Quito, Otavalo is an amalgamation of Ecuador's rugged, superlative scenery and deeply-embedded culture. Set in gardens filled with 200-year-old cypress trees and stone pathways, this centuries-old hacienda has a remarkable history. Most of the original house was destroyed in an earthquake in 1868, but even after restoration, it still retains an authentic charm. You'll see traditional Spanish elements in the sweeping arches, adobe walls and antiques. There's plenty of opportunity for adventure too: ride horseback through the foothills of the Imbabura Volcano, hike into the lush cloud forest and visit the largest indigenous market in Latin America.