ShantihOMe: Ecolodge entre Mindo y San Miguel de los Bancos

Riverside farm stay in San Miguel de los Bancos with a fitness centre

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Exterior
Exterior
Property grounds
Outdoor dining
Terrace/patio

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
NZ$151
avg per night

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San Miguel de Los Bancos, Pichincha
  • Place, Cascada La Sucia
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Mindo Central Park
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Mindo Valley
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Habitación Master

1 King Bed

Habitacion standar 1

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Habitacion standar 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Baño 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area
The current price is NZ$151
avg per night

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About the area

San Miguel de los Bancos

Located in San Miguel de los Bancos, this farm stay is on a river. Mindo Cloud Forest and Maquipucuna Cloud Forest Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Mariposas de Mindo Butterfly Garden and Tulipe Archaeological Site-Museum. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and horse riding.

What's nearby

  • Mindo Cloud Forest - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Cascada La Sucia - 9 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Mindo Central Park - 19 min drive - 21.3 km
  • Mariposas de Mindo Butterfly Garden - 24 min drive - 24.0 km
  • Mindo Valley - 25 min drive - 24.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizzeria Grillo - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Vaco y Vaca - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Las Delicias Colombianas - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪La Tradicion - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪loro dorado - ‬11 min drive

About this property

ShantihOMe: Ecolodge entre Mindo y San Miguel de los Bancos

About this space
Welcome to ShantihOMe—a little piece of heaven where nature embraces you and time slows down.
Nestled in the heart of Ecuador’s lush rainforest, one of the most biodiverse places on Earth, this sanctuary invites you to reconnect with yourself, your loved ones, and the beauty that surrounds us.
Birdwatcher’s paradise
Spiritual and family retreat
Authentic, regenerative experience
Nightly rate: $100 for 4 guests. Each additional guest pays $20, up to a maximum of 10 guests.

The space
A modern yet rustic cabin designed for comfort and deep connection with the land.
Floor-to-ceiling windows let you wake to birdsong and fall asleep to the whisper of the forest.
You’re free to explore 10 acres of pristine nature, including:
- Private trails
- Three waterfalls
- A crystal-clear river
- Lookout points and meditation spots
ShantihOMe is perfect for:
- Family gatherings
- Romantic getaways
- Spiritual or creative retreats
- Birdwatching adventures
- Ecological volunteering

Optional services
We can coordinate regenerative experiences such as:
- Chakra cleansing
- Relaxation massages
- Lymphatic drainage
- Hot stone therapy
- Chiropractic sessions
We also offer help arranging:
- Guided birdwatching
- Whitewater rafting
- Visits to butterfly farms and orchid sanctuaries
Just let us know what you need to make your stay unforgettable

Amenities
Even in the heart of the rainforest, you’ll enjoy:
- Wi-Fi
- Hot water
- Electricity
These services may occasionally be interrupted without notice due to terrain conditions, but we’ll do our best to keep you comfortable and informed.

Guest access
ShantihOMe is located just 20 minutes from Mindo and 2.5 hours from Quito.
Close enough to explore, far enough to truly disconnect.
Gylop and Luis manage ShantihOMe and live on the property.
They’ll ensure your stay is peaceful and guide you to the river, waterfalls, and forest trails.
Tips are welcome and appreciated.
Please wear proper footwear.
All activities are optional and done at guests’ own risk.

Transportation & recommendations
If you’re visiting from abroad, we can help coordinate:
- Airport transfers (UIO – Quito)
- Lodging in Quito or other destinations in Ecuador
- Urban and rural excursions
We recommend spending at least 2 days in the capital to explore:
- The Middle of the World monument
- Historic golden churches
- Butterfly sanctuaries and rare orchid exhibits
- Museums, markets, and cultural experiences

Meals
We offer delicious homemade meals at affordable prices, so you don’t need to bring groceries.
Just let us know your preferences and we’ll take care of the rest.
If you prefer to cook, the kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need:
an oven, stove, refrigerator, microwave, mixer, blender, toaster, coffee maker, and basic utensils.

Our commitment
We want your time at ShantihOMe to be more than a stay—it’s a moment of peace, connection, and natural beauty.
We’re here to help you rest, explore, and feel at home.

Sobre este espacio
Bienvenid@ a ShantihOMe—un pedacito de cielo donde la naturaleza te abraza y el tiempo se desacelera.
Ubicado en el corazón del exuberante bosque lluvioso ecuatoriano, uno de los lugares con mayor biodiversidad del planeta, este santuario te invita a reconectar contigo mism@, con tus seres queridos y con la belleza que nos rodea.
Paraíso para observadores de aves
Retiro espiritual y familiar
Experiencia auténtica y regenerativa
Tarifa por noche: $100 para 4 personas. Cada huésped adicional paga $20, hasta un máximo de 10 personas.

El espacio
Una cabaña moderna y rústica a la vez, diseñada para brindar comodidad y una conexión profunda con la tierra.
Ventanales de piso a techo te permiten despertar con el canto de las aves y dormir con el susurro del bosque.
Puedes explorar libremente 10 hectáreas de naturaleza pura, que incluyen:
- Senderos privados
- Tres cascadas
- Un río cristalino
- Miradores y espacios para meditar
ShantihOMe es perfecto para:
- Reuniones familiares
- Escapadas románticas
- Retiros espirituales o creativos
- Aventuras de observación de aves
- Voluntariado ecológico

Servicios opcionales
Coordinamos experiencias regenerativas como:
- Limpieza de chakras
- Masajes descontracturantes
- Drenaje linfático
- Terapia con piedras volcánicas
- Sesiones de quiropraxia
También podemos ayudarte a organizar:
- Avistamiento de aves guiado
- Rafting en aguas blancas
- Visitas a mariposarios y orquidearios
Solo cuéntanos qué necesitas para que tu estadía sea inolvidable

Comodidades
Incluso en medio del bosque lluvioso, disfrutarás de:
- Wi-Fi
- Agua caliente
- Electricidad
Estos servicios pueden interrumpirse ocasionalmente sin previo aviso debido a las condiciones del terreno, pero haremos todo lo posible para que te sientas cómod@ y bien informad@.

Acceso de los huéspedes
ShantihOMe está ubicado a solo 20 minutos de Mindo y a 2.5 horas de Quito.
Lo suficientemente cerca para explorar, lo suficientemente lejos para desconectarte por completo.
Gylop y Luis administran ShantihOMe y viven en la propiedad.
Ellos se encargarán de que tu estadía sea placentera y te guiarán al río, las cascadas y los senderos del bosque.
Las propinas son bienvenidas y apreciadas.
Por favor, usa calzado adecuado.
Todas las actividades son opcionales y se realizan bajo responsabilidad del huésped.

Transporte y recomendaciones
Si vienes del extranjero, podemos ayudarte a coordinar:
- Traslados desde el aeropuerto (UIO – Quito)
- Alojamiento en Quito u otros destinos de Ecuador
- Excursiones urbanas y rurales
Recomendamos pasar al menos 2 días en la capital para explorar:
- El monumento de la Mitad del Mundo
- Iglesias doradas del centro histórico
- Santuarios de mariposas y exposiciones de orquídeas raras
- Museos, mercados y experiencias culturales

Alimentación
Ofrecemos comidas caseras deliciosas a precios accesibles, para que no tengas que traer víveres.
Solo cuéntanos tus preferencias y nos encargamos de todo.
Si prefieres cocinar, la cocina está totalmente equipada con:
horno, estufa, refrigeradora, microondas, batidora, licuadora, tostadora, cafetera y utensilios básicos.

Nuestro compromiso
Queremos que tu tiempo en ShantihOMe sea mucho más que una estadía—
un momento de paz, conexión y belleza natural.
Estamos aquí para ayudarte a descansar, explorar y sentirte en casa.

Amenities

Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym
Parking available
Laundry

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector

Frequently asked questions

Is ShantihOMe: Ecolodge entre Mindo y San Miguel de los Bancos pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at ShantihOMe: Ecolodge entre Mindo y San Miguel de los Bancos?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ShantihOMe: Ecolodge entre Mindo y San Miguel de los Bancos?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is ShantihOMe: Ecolodge entre Mindo y San Miguel de los Bancos located?

Located on a river, this family-friendly farm stay is 3.3 mi (5.2 km) from Mindo Cloud Forest and 6.1 mi (9.9 km) from Cascada La Sucia. Mariposas de Mindo Butterfly Garden and Mindo Central Park are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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