HACIENDA ZULETA

Where the Andes tell their story

Some places are visited.

Others are inherited.

For generations, Hacienda Zuleta has remained one of Ecuador’s most treasured estates, a place where history, tradition and the Andean landscape come together in remarkable harmony. Surrounded by rolling hills, fertile valleys and snow-capped peaks, the hacienda offers an experience that feels deeply rooted in the culture and heritage of the Ecuadorian highlands.

Life here unfolds at a gentler pace. Ride through open countryside on horseback, explore mountain trails, visit local artisan workshops and discover conservation projects that protect both wildlife and centuries-old traditions. The estate’s connection to the surrounding communities creates experiences that feel meaningful, authentic and profoundly personal.

Yet what makes Zuleta truly special is its atmosphere.

Guests are not simply passing through.

They become part of a living story shaped by generations of family, stewardship and respect for the land.

Timeless, elegant and unmistakably Andean.

A place that captures the very soul of Ecuador.

Location

Located in the northern Andes of Ecuador, surrounded by mountains, valleys and traditional farming communities.

Why we like it

Because it offers one of the most authentic, elegant and culturally rich experiences in South America.

PIKAIA LODGE

Located on Santa Cruz Island overlooking the volcanic landscapes and coastline of the Galápagos archipelago.

GALÁPAGOS SAFARI CAMP

Located on Santa Cruz Island overlooking the Pacific Ocean and the surrounding highlands.

FINCH BAY GALÁPAGOS HOTEL

Located on Santa Cruz Island within the Galápagos National Park.

ELITE LUXURY YACHT

Operating throughout the Galápagos Archipelago.

HERMES MEGA CATAMARAN

Exploring the Galápagos Islands through multi-day expedition itineraries.

AQUA MARE

Navigating throughout the Galápagos archipelago, accessing some of the region's most extraordinary islands and ecosystems.

LA SELVA AMAZON ECOLODGE

Located within the Ecuadorian Amazon near the Yasuni Biosphere Reserve.

NAPO WILDLIFE CENTER

Located within Yasuni National Park, one of the most biodiverse regions on Earth.

HOTEL DEL PARQUE

Located within Parque Histórico Guayaquil, overlooking the Guayas River and surrounded by lush tropical gardens.

HACIENDA LA DANESA

Located in Ecuador's coastal countryside, surrounded by cacao plantations, rivers and tropical landscapes.

MASHPI LODGE

Located within Ecuador's cloud forest reserve in the Chocó region, one of the most biodiverse ecosystems on Earth.

HACIENDA ZULETA

Located in the northern Andes of Ecuador, surrounded by mountains, valleys and traditional farming communities.

CASA GANGOTENA

Located on Plaza San Francisco in Quito's UNESCO-listed historic centre.

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