El Chaupi Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

The Nuevos Horizontes refuge (4,700 m / 15,416 ft).
The Nuevos Horizontes refuge is located at 4,700 m (15,416 ft) at the norther flanks of Illiniza Sur. It is considered the smallest high altitude refuge in the Ecuadorian Andes. Strategically built right on the saddle between Illiniza Sur and Illiniza Norte, it is the best option for those who want to push for the 6th and 8th Ecuadorian highest summits respectively, as well as for acclimatization purposes.
The refuge is being renovated by the new administration staff  2009 (Fernando Iza  a Mountain Guide from Ilinizas Climbing Team  ) Bunk beds, mattresses, table, kitchenware and even toilets have been replaced for new ones. Projects of extending the refuge facilities are being considered.
The Nuevos Horizontes refuge (4,700 m / 15,416 ft).
The Nuevos Horizontes refuge is located at 4,700 m (15,416 ft) at the norther flanks of Illiniza Sur. It is considered the smallest high altitude refuge in the Ecuadorian Andes. Strategically built right on the saddle between Illiniza Sur and Illiniza Norte, it is the best option for those who want to push for the 6th and 8th Ecuadorian highest summits respectively, as well as for acclimatization purposes.
The refuge is being renovated by the new administration staff  2009 (Fernando Iza  a Mountain Guide from Ilinizas Climbing Team  ) Bunk beds, mattresses, table, kitchenware and even toilets have been replaced for new ones. Projects of extending the refuge facilities are being considered.
Chuquiragua lodge y spa

Chuquiragua lodge y spa

5 out of 5
Calle Principal Via al Pucara El Chaupi Pichincha
The price is Rp1.052.661 per night from 20 Feb to 21 Feb
Rp1.052.661
Rp1.052.661 total
20 Feb - 21 Feb
Stay at this luxury lodge in El Chaupi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and on-site spa services. Popular attraction Pansaleo is located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (6 reviews)
Very comfortable with gorgeous views

Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025

Chuquiragua lodge y spa
Ilinizas Mountain Lodge

Ilinizas Mountain Lodge

2.5 out of 5
Calle las fresas El Chaupi Pichincha
Stay at this lodge in El Chaupi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attraction Pansaleo is located nearby.
We booked a private room for 1 night, weeks in advance. We arrived at 1700 to an empty front desk and other travelers also waiting to check-in. We were told that rooms needed to be cleaned and we could wait. This wasn’t a big deal as we sat in the dining area. The employee didn’t offer us wifi or ...

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2023

Ilinizas Mountain Lodge
Chuquiragua Lodge & Spa

Chuquiragua Lodge & Spa

2.5 out of 5
Panamericana Sur, Principal SN/PB El Chaupi
Stay at this hotel in El Chaupi. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a sauna. Popular attraction Pansaleo is located nearby.
Tony and Patty, the care takers of the lodge were very accommodating and provided prompt service

Reviewed on 27 Nov 2020

Chuquiragua Lodge & Spa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Old Town Quito Suites, Apartments & Boutique hotel

Old Town Quito Suites, Apartments & Boutique hotel

4 out of 5
José de Antepara E3-61 y Vicente Léon Quito Pichincha
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Quito. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
10/10 Exceptional! (172 reviews)
Our two bedroom, two bathroom apartment was perfect for our family’s week stay in Quito. Very clean and comfortably furnished. The staff were friendly and always helpful. Breakfast was perfect, so convenient to have in our apartment.

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Old Town Quito Suites, Apartments & Boutique hotel
Harmony Luxury Apartments

Harmony Luxury Apartments

4.5 out of 5
Av. República de El Salvador 34-127 Quito Pichincha
Stay at this luxury apartment in Quito. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a sauna. Popular attractions Botanical Garden of Quito and Parque La Carolina ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (24 reviews)
Nice building clean apt. It would have been nice if there were shades on the kitchen windows or a curtain between the bedroom and kitchen. The bed frame is too large for the space and makes it difficult to move around in the bedroom.

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Harmony Luxury Apartments
Edificio Tofino

Edificio Tofino

3 out of 5
Av. Naciones Unidas Quito Pichincha
Stay at this aparthotel in Quito. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Naciones Unidas Boulevard and Iñaquito ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (29 reviews)
Good breakfast.

Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025

Edificio Tofino
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.