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Balsa Surf Camp by Rotamundos

3.0 star property
Manglaralto hotel with spa and restaurant

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At Balsa Surf Camp by Rotamundos, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Olon Beach. Guests can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant and visit the spa to be pampered with deep-tissue massages, aromatherapy, or reflexology. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free breakfast
  • Spa
  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Concierge services
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bedroom
  • Living room
  • Television
  • Garden
The current price is $65
$72 total
May 15 - May 16

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Standard Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi

Standard Room

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Triple Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi

Standard Triple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Quadruple Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi

Standard Quadruple Room

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi

Family Room

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi

Standard Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Studio Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi

Superior Studio Suite

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi

Standard Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

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Barrio La Punta, Manglaralto, Santa Elena

What's nearby

  • Montañita Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Montanita Church - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Montanita Spanish School - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Olon Beach - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Ayampe Beach - 33 min drive - 33.6 km

Getting around

  • Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl. Airport (GYE) - 179 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪The Wave - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Ebenezer - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante El Surfista - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Tropical Pizzeria - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Carreta De Ceviches - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Balsa Surf Camp by Rotamundos

At Balsa Surf Camp by Rotamundos, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Olon Beach. Guests can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant and visit the spa to be pampered with deep-tissue massages, aromatherapy, or reflexology. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 12 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: noon
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 8 percent for credit card payments
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 5 children (1 year old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle (available on request)*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 8:30 AM–11 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Full-service spa
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVD player
  • Television

Home comfort

  • Ceiling fan

What to enjoy

  • Furnished balcony
  • Separate living room

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub only
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Free toiletries

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a hot tub and Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is open daily.

Dining

Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in Regional cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit is payable by PayPal and is due within 48 hours of booking the reservation

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Ecuador Value-Added Tax (VAT) at 15%. A VAT exemption is available to travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing they are not a resident of Ecuador.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 100 per vehicle (roundtrip)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 8 percent

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

This property requires a 50% deposit via bank transfer or PayPal, due within 48 hours of booking the reservation.

Also known as

Balsa Surf

Balsa Surf Camp

Balsa Surf Camp Hotel

Balsa Surf Camp Hotel Montanita

Balsa Surf Camp Montanita

Balsa Surf Camp Hotel Manglaralto

Balsa Surf Camp Manglaralto

Balsa Surf Camp

Balsa Surf Camp by Rotamundos Hotel

Balsa Surf Camp by Rotamundos Manglaralto

Balsa Surf Camp by Rotamundos Hotel Manglaralto

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Balsa Surf Camp by Rotamundos?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Balsa Surf Camp by Rotamundos?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Balsa Surf Camp by Rotamundos?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 100 per vehicle roundtrip.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Balsa Surf Camp by Rotamundos?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: noon. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at Balsa Surf Camp by Rotamundos and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as body boarding. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy other amenities such as a Turkish bath and a picnic area. Balsa Surf Camp by Rotamundos also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Balsa Surf Camp by Rotamundos?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers Regional cuisine.

Does Balsa Surf Camp by Rotamundos have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a furnished balcony.

What's the area around Balsa Surf Camp by Rotamundos like?

Balsa Surf Camp by Rotamundos is a short 7-minute walk from Montañita Beach and 9 minutes' walk from Montanita Church.

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Reviews

Balsa Surf Camp by Rotamundos Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.2

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Management exceeded my expectations. Courtyard is a well-designed and manicured tropical garden. Every area is a stunning picture.
Michael, 6-night trip
Verified

2/10 Poor

The hotel shows pictures like a beach front hotel but you have to walk on a narrow street to the end of the road to go to the beach. The breakfast have three choices of breakfast but the “American coffee” doesn’t come with milk it’s an extra charge if you wanted light. The bed was a full size with only two small pillows, no tv in the room, no comforter just a flat sheet covered the bed, I stayed there for two uncomfortable nights. Also they have a sign in the bedroom to “not” to throw the bathroom tissue in the toilet but they don’t clean the room on a daily basis so it was a little funky smell in the room. I didn’t realized that I needed to pay at check in and they charged me an extra 4% charge for using my credit card. The weather was not the best it was raining so I feel like I wasted my vacation time there.
To go to the beach you need to walk the small street to the end and it was full of mud from the rain.
This is the ocean view from the hotel, in between the two hotels across the street.
SONNIA, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Muy lindo lo malo el tema del jacuzzi que te cobran aparte y 5 por persona la hora que me parece terrible… lo demás muy lindo
Luis Felipe, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

bien pero no era lo esperando

si bien dormir en una van vw es interesante no está en hotels el aviso ya que buscamos una habitation normal y nos dieron la van para dormir que insisto es una linda experiencia pero en la pagina denim decirlo m
rodolfo, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Balsa Surf Camp is like staying with family! It has a wonderful atmosphere, and the location is nice and quiet within a very easy walk to town. For a surfing adventure, everything is at your fingertips and the team are extremely knowledgeable and helpful. I thoroughly enjoyed the daily yoga, thank you to the wonderful instructor Darcy Lynch. I will visit Montanita again, and I wouldn't think of staying anywhere other than Balsa.
Brad, 6-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

It was a little tropical oasis! The ambiance of the place is laid back and comfortable. Everyone is friendly. The food is good. The yoga class is good. The location is fantastic. If I ever return to montanita (and I probably will), I would not stay anywhere else!
Barb, 5-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing place to relax and unwind. Very friendly staff, great breakfast, yoga and beach, only problem was we didn’t stay longer!!
1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great vibes. Amazing food. Really kind and attentive staff. Very relaxing atmosphere.
2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Muy relajante !!!
Calin Dan, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

El trato, instalaciones y ubicación excelente . El restaurant es muy bueno
1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The property was beautiful. The staff was wonderful and so warm and helpful.
3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Es un hotel muy acogedor, cerca de la playa y alejado del ruido . El personal es fantástico
1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very good location as it is close to the beach and far enough away from the sounds from the bars downtown. The staff are very friendly... this was the third time we stayed here
Peter, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Paradise on the beach

They have an amazing sense of community at the hotel and it’s so relaxing I can’t wait to come back. People say montanita is too loud and to stay in olon but balsa is far enough away from downtown that it’s very tranquil. Also their surf lessons were awesome that’s a must do while you’re here.
tyler, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A hideout

Amazing experience. Total unexpected. This is a retreat for anyone looking to be away from civilization, and city noise. Very peaceful experience, amazing staff, and the food totally down to earth. The place breaths stillness and calm with the sound of the crashing waves.
Andres, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, service, chill vibe

I really enjoyed my time here. Location is perfect - away from the main town center of Montañita but close enough to walk to it. Great breakfast served every morning. Very relaxing to lounge in the hammocks. Great yoga classes taught by Duff. Great staff. Location is perfect if you're looking to relax, surf, yoga, etc. I will definitely return.
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful little Haven right on the beach

What a great place balsa is. Set 10minites up the beach from montañita, it's the perfect place to stay away from the mayhem. Daily yoga, breakfast included is delicious. The staff are really friendly and helpful and they provide all the services of a hotel, in a laid back setting. The rooms are clean and comfortable, it's is quiet and has a great laid back vibe. There is other yoga studios and restaurants near by id you want to mix it up. Surf lessons and board hire at the surf shop on site too. The massage and healing at the spa was amazing. All in all a great weeks stay in Ecuador! As a solo female traveller I felt safe and comfortable here. Definitely recommend for those not wanting to live in amongst the party of the town.
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great beach access is just a few steps away. Quiet yet close.
Verified

8/10 Very good

Un maravilloso refugio

Las habitaciones aparecen casitas del elfos, no por ser pequenas sino su lindo diseno. Muy privadas, en un jardin tropical donde los pajaros cantan en la manana. Fue perfectamente limpio, comodo, con agua caliente y espacio suficiente. Es un clima fuerte y no hay aire acondicionado, pero hay ventiladores del cielo raso. Con aire acondicionado, la puntuación sería perfecto. Un corto camino a la playa, o tal vez un km al centro (o taxi), y incluye un desayuno generoso y sabroso. Personal amable y atenta.
Verified

6/10 Good

Hotel did not have hot water or a TV. Place was clean and staff very friendly. Far from the noisy montanita, yet close enough so you can enjoy the nightlife of the town.
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Most Amazing Hotel!

This hotel was nothing short of Amazing! The hotel had all of the amenities that you would want in a very nice hotel, the bathroom was SO clean and nice. The bed was of ok comfort, but nothing bad about it. The mosquito netting was wonderful! There was a table and 2 chairs to sit in, a wardrobe for clothes with drawers and hangers, a lockable drawer and a safety box with 2 locks in the room. They also had a fan! There was a balcony, with a hammock, a chair hammock, a couch AND a table. It was so Amazing, besides the pampering amenities, it was also very ecological! The materials we all very ecological, the design as well. They reuse the waste water to help water the garden which is simply amazing! The staff are SO helpful, there is always someone at the desk ready to speak English of Spanish (and French too I believe!). They will help you with anything from, towels in your room, restaurant suggestions, where to get sun screen in town, how to get to other cities, etc. They whole trip was AMAZING, a breeze, nothing was overlooked and I felt completely at home with them.
Verified

8/10 Very good

Good place for a stay.

Great staff, very helpful and accommodating. Not right on the beach but a very very short walk to the beach and is located far enough from the weekend high volume night noise in town (but close enough to walk the beach to the middle of town to partake in the atmosphere). Bottom line is if you plan to turn in before 2 am on the weekend consider the short walk to the middle of town as a good thing
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel on the Beach.

Wonderful place with great staff! Breakfast served until 11am.
Verified

8/10 Very good

Great hotel!

Lovely spot, not far from town centre but far enough to be able to sleep at night. Rooms lovely, most staff great one or two needed a bit more sleep (were fairly grumpy). But would defo stay again
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Close, clean and friendly

This places is close enough to be able to walk to town, but far enough that you dont hear all the noise. It's clean and the staff is very helpful.