Cloud forest retreat

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4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

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Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

About this property

Breathtaking views; a paradise for birders, hikers and nature lovers. Remote house high in the Ecuadorean Choco cloud forest, yet just two hours from Quito. All meals and guide included! Delicious local Ecuadorean food prepared for you. The property is 80 acres and includes many trails for hiking and birding. Much longer trails accessible from the property by foot.

Located almost on the equator and about a mile high, the climate is almost always in the 70s and comfortable. Be sure to watch the video on the photos area for more details.

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Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi

House Rules

Check in after 9:00 AM

Check out before 4:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Nanegal

Nanegal is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Maquipucuna Cloud Forest Reserve and Mindo Cloud Forest, while Tulipe Archaeological Site-Museum and Intinan Solar Museum are cultural highlights. Pululahua Geobotanical Reserve and Mariposas de Mindo Butterfly Garden are also worth visiting.

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Nanegal, Pichincha

What's nearby

Mindo Cloud Forest - 50 min drive - 22.0 km

Getting around

Quito (UIO-Mariscal Sucre Intl.) - 153 min drive

Restaurants

La Cafetera
El Sabrosón
‪El Sabroson - ‬26 min drive
‪Nanegalito - ‬26 min drive
Finca Frajares

Frequently asked questions

Is Cloud forest retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cloud forest retreat?

As of 31 Mar, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cloud forest retreat on 5 Apr, 2026 start from S$196, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Cloud forest retreat?

Check-in begins at 9:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Cloud forest retreat?

Checkout is at 4:00 PM.

Where is Cloud forest retreat located?

Situated in Nanegal, this holiday home is 11.3 mi (18.2 km) from Maquipucuna Cloud Forest Reserve and within 20 miles (32 km) of Mindo Cloud Forest and Bellavista Cloud Forest Reserve. Tulipe Archaeological Site-Museum and Mindo Valley are also within 32 miles (52 km).

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10/10

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10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

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10/10 Excellent

maria k.

26 Dec, 2023

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Paradise in the clouds!

Daniels place was absolutely amazing! Everything from when we arrived to when we left was taken care of. There is a guide on site that takes you exploring all over the area and is an expert in all the wild life. All meals are also taken care of, home cooked and absolutely delicious. The house is very charming and you can tell a lot of work has been put in it to making it feel like home. We cannot wait to stay at Daniels place next time we're in Ecuador!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy B R.

21 Jan, 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our stay at Nanegal exceed all expectations. We visited primarily for birding and during our four night stay I was able to photograph 60 new species. Many more were observed and heard. For such a short visit. The number of birds we encountered was remarkable. Loved the night walk!I cannot say enough positive things about Mauricio. His English was excellent, especially helpful, given our limited Spanish, and he proved to be an outstanding birding guide. He was able to call in every bird I had hoped to see, and his knowledge, patience, and kindness made the experience exceptional. He provided service far beyond guiding, and my sisters, and I truly enjoyed spending time with him. We were generally sad to leave what felt like a new friend. Mirma was equally extraordinary. Every meal she prepared was outstanding, beautifully planned, full of local flavor, & absolutely delicious. She is a gifted chef, and we felt genuinely cared for with each dish. We even hope to bring some of her culinary customs into our own cooking. She was also incredibly kind and assisted us with some laundry, which would greatly appreciated. Mauricio supported with cooking & serving as well, creating a thoughtful and memorable dining experience each day. David, the owner, provided excellent communication before, and during our stay. The detailed directions, suggestions on what to bring, and guidance for planning. We’re extremely helpful.We highly recommend visiting! This place is a dream come true!

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

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10/10 Excellent

Alicja P.

17 Feb, 2023

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Amazing stay in the heart of the bosque nublado

The place is simply stunning. It's not too far from Nanegalito (around a 30 min drive) and the road to get there is quite good too. The place itself is clean and has that relaxing vibe. There are a few hammocks and wherever you sit the view is remarkable. The food was also delicious. Mauricio (the guide) took us for a walk around the place and we saw a few species of birds including toucans. There are also humming-birds everywhere around the lodge. Definitely worth a visit and we will definitely come back during the bear season.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

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10/10 Excellent

Stacey T.

9 May, 2022

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Nature Lover’s Retreat

Cerro Campana is an incredibly beautiful property! The rustic cabin has comfortable beds and pillows, alfresco dining and views that can’t be beat. The only sound you hear at night is the gentle chirp of the birds and frogs. Mauricio is a wonderful guide who’s happy to share his love of birds and plants of the area. We had excellent food all over Ecuador, but Mirma’s cooking was outstanding! She even rose to the challenge of cooking delicious vegetarian food for me. Mirma and Mauricio made every moment perfect for us. We’ll never forget our four days in the cloud forest, and hopefully will be able to return soon. As a side note, the only drawback for us was that the bathroom needs updating, but the showerhead provides plenty of hot water. I’d advise hiring a driver to get around; the roads aren’t easy to navigate but it’s worth the trip! It was the perfect end to our time in Ecuador.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

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10/10 Excellent

Nicole F.

4 Jul, 2024

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A slice of heaven

The property owner (Daniel) is in constant communication with you. From the beginning to the last minute, Mirma and Mauricio treat you like family! When it came time to leave we didn't want to leave. Mirma is an amazing cook and she was able to accommodate all of our daughter's food allergies without any trouble AND not sacrificing flavors. Our daughter didn't have any episodes of getting sick which is a huge deal for us. Mauricio is very knowledgeable about the birds, other species, and flora around the property. On our last day, he even took us on a hike that brought us to a trail that is over 400 years old! You will not regret staying here! There is nothing better than waking up in the morning and seeing Cloud Forest, having a cup of GREAT local Ecuadorian Coffee, resting in the multiple hammocks, hiking, learning Cuarenta, having a cerveza(s), going to bed, and seeing a blanket of stars in the sky.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne H.

29 Dec, 2024

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Outstanding Lodge, Location, Staff, Birding!

We are visiting the cloud forest of Ecuador for three weeks, This is our first visit to Ecuador. We stayed at Cerro Campana for 6 nights, our second longest stay during our first trip to Ecuador. We wish we had stayed longer. Next time we will know better…The location is beautiful, The lodge is perched high on a hill with views all around. A four-wheel drive vehicle is highly recommended for the last stretch up to the lodge. The entrance road is directly across from the entrance to Maquipucuna Reserve.Birding is great right from the restaurant area with multiple hummingbird feeders and a large banana feeder just a few feet from the building. All of the feeders are well-maintained. You can literally be a foot or two from some of the most beautiful hummingbirds imaginable. The lodge is run by Mirma Nieto and Mauricio Flores. Mirma is an unbelievable chef (three meals daily are included in the daily rate). We are both vegetarians and Mirma’s cooking more than accommodated our diets. And every meal each date was unique with a lot of local and traditional foods. It was all so good and plentiful. On top of that Mauricio is also a great guide and naturalist and his services are also included in the daily rate.The lodge is rented to only one group at a time. It was just myself and my wife our whole time there. At night we were completely alone. The location is not only beautiful but also quiet with the exception of bird songs, There are three bedrooms on the second

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

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10/10 Excellent

zophia r.

23 Nov, 2022

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Glamping with 5 star food and 5 star birding

We had an amazing time at Cerro Campana. The property is amazingly beautiful and easily outshone my trips to Hawaii and Costa Rica. Much more affordable than other eco lodges in the area. Here you will get personal service and will feel like a VIP. If you love birding and great food with a comfy bed and are on a budget, this is a great choice. Think of this place as a Treehouse Bed and Breakfast with 3 meals a day. The staff will be at the cabin were working hard most of the day. The bed was new and linens extremely clean. The bathroom is on the ground floor while the bedrooms are upstairs, and the hallways are all open to the outdoors, so keep that in mind. The property is amazing. Mauricio took us on countless hikes to find 45 types of birds, including the spectacled owl. He even found a spectacled bear in a tree for us at the preserve next door. From the porch we saw 10 kinds of hummingbirds at the feeders. The trail to the waterfall and swimming hole is easy and you will want to stay down there all day. The food was beyond delicious. Mirma made everything vegetarian or fish as requested. You had better come hungry because they feed you a LOT. Dessert twice a day made more hiking necessary! We tasted so many traditional dishes, and the best ceviche and best flan I’ve ever tasted. The cabin is mostly open to the elements except bedrooms. We used headlamps instead of the overhead lights in our bedroom and the bathroom to keep moths out. I would suggest that the owner change the bulbs to yellow bug lights. The bathroom definitely needs work. I did not care about the appearance, but the electric shower head kept tripping the breaker and we were in the dark. Perhaps the owner will upgrade this. Also, the bathroom needs sealing to keep out moths. Everything else-- location, service, beds, and food-- was all fantastic. Such a beautiful place with amazing food at a great price.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

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