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9.4/10Excellent223 Reviews
Cleanliness9.6/10 9.6
Service9.4/10 9.4
Comfort9.4/10 9.4
Condition9.4/10 9.4
Neighborhood9.2/10 9.2
Amenities9.0/10 9.0
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About Balandra Hotel
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, including an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room.
Enjoy international cuisine at El Faro, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a business center, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Event facilities at this hotel consist of conference space and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 57 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and LED televisions.
Rooms have private balconies. Cable television is provided for your entertainment.
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Located in Manta, Balandra Hotel is near the beach, within a 5-minute walk of Museo del Banco Central and Murciélago Beach. This spa hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Mall del Pacífico and 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Avenida Malecón.
Make yourself at home in one of the 57 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and LED televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Cable television is provided for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a business center, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Event facilities at this hotel consist of conference space and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
Popular amenities
Free WiFi
Parking available
Concierge
Laundry
Spa
Gym
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Business facilities
Banquet facilities
Accessible facilities
Check-in and check-out
Check-in from
3:00 PM
Check-in until
11:30 PM
Check-out until
12:00 PM
Minimum check-in age
18
Hotel policies
Beach nearby
No rollaway/extra beds available
Professional property host/manager
Pets not allowed
Service animals are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Cleaning and safety
Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available
Contactless check-out is available
Important information
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You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. 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.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
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You need to know
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
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Special Instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
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Instructions
- 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
- This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- 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
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Minimal age
18
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Optional fees
- Early check-in fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)
- Late check-out fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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Spoken Language
English
Dutch
Spanish
Nearby attractions
Museo del Banco Central
0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Murciélago Beach
0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Avenida Malecón
0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Manta Port
0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Mall del Pacífico
0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Parque Central de Manta
1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Central Bank Museum
1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Mega Parque Centenario Agustín Intriago
1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Port of Manta
1.5 km / 0.9 mi
The Breakwater
1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Mega Park Manta
1.6 km / 1 mi
Barbasquillo
2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Universidad Laica Eloy Alfaro de Manabi
2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Manabí Fisherman Statue
2.2 km / 1.4 mi
Playita Mía Fish Market
2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Hotel facilities & services
Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.
- Total number of rooms: 57
- hotel
- Wheelchair-accessible
- Car park
- 24-hour reception
- Check-in hour
- Check-out hour
- Wired Internet
- Wi-fi
- Airport Shuttle
- Laundry service
- Lift access
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- Garden
- Concierge
- Newspapers
- Luggage room
- Clothes dryer
- Café
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Banquet hall
- Conference room
- Meeting room
- Business centre
- Outdoor freshwater pool: 1
- Children playground
- Game room
- Spa treatments
- Breakfast
- Breakfast buffet
- Non-smoking establishment
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Fitness
Meal plans
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Room STANDARDRoom • STANDARDROO.ST
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- STANDARD
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- STANDARD
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BUNGALOW QUEEN SIZE BEDBUNGALOW • QUEEN SIZE BEDBUN.QN
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- Guests: 1–9 • Adults: max. 9 • Children: max. 4
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- QUEEN SIZE BED
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BUNGALOW QUEEN SIZE BED
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- BUNGALOW
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- QUEEN SIZE BED
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BUNGALOW STANDARDBUNGALOW • STANDARDBUN.ST
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- Guests: 1–9 • Adults: max. 9 • Children: max. 4
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- BUNGALOW
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- STANDARD
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BUNGALOW STANDARD
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- BUNGALOW
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- STANDARD
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Room code: BUN.ST
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QUADRUPLE DELUXEQUADRUPLE • DELUXEQUA.DX
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- Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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- QUADRUPLE
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- DELUXE
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QUADRUPLE DELUXE
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- QUADRUPLE
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- DELUXE
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Room code: QUA.DX
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DOUBLE GARDEN VIEWDOUBLE • GARDEN VIEWDBL.GV
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- Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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- DOUBLE
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- GARDEN VIEW
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DOUBLE GARDEN VIEW
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- DOUBLE
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- GARDEN VIEW
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Room code: DBL.GV
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BUNGALOW THREE BEDSBUNGALOW • THREE BEDSBUN.3B
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- BUNGALOW
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- THREE BEDS
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- BUNGALOW
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- THREE BEDS
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Room code: BUN.3B
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DOUBLE OCEAN VIEW QUEEN BEDDOUBLE • OCEAN VIEW QUEEN BEDDBL.OV-QN
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- Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- DOUBLE
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- OCEAN VIEW QUEEN BED
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DOUBLE OCEAN VIEW QUEEN BED
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- DOUBLE
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- OCEAN VIEW QUEEN BED
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Room code: DBL.OV-QN
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DOUBLE DELUXEDOUBLE • DELUXEDBL.DX
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- Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- DOUBLE
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- DELUXE
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DOUBLE DELUXE
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- DOUBLE
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- DELUXE
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Room code: DBL.DX
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TWIN OCEAN VIEW TWO DOUBLE BEDSTWIN • OCEAN VIEW TWO DOUBLE BEDSTWN.2D-OV
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- Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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- TWIN
- View / characteristic
- OCEAN VIEW TWO DOUBLE BEDS
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TWIN OCEAN VIEW TWO DOUBLE BEDS
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- Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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- TWIN
- View / characteristic
- OCEAN VIEW TWO DOUBLE BEDS
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Room code: TWN.2D-OV
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BUNGALOW WITH DOUBLE BEDBUNGALOW • WITH DOUBLE BEDBUN.DB
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- Guests: 1–9 • Adults: max. 9 • Children: max. 4
- Room type
- BUNGALOW
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- WITH DOUBLE BED
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BUNGALOW WITH DOUBLE BED
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- Guests: 1–9 • Adults: max. 9 • Children: max. 4
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- BUNGALOW
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- WITH DOUBLE BED
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Room code: BUN.DB
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Guest reviews
What other guests saying about Balandra Hotel
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CARLOS
Todo el personal desde el primer momento fue muy amable, el hotel tiene unos espacios muy bonitos para los niños, la piscina el área de juegos, las habitaciones familiares muy comodas
Lori
Maria Jose in the restaurant each morning - she was so lovely. She always had a big smile and a warm greeting. And the breakfast was delicious. The rooms were clean and comfortable. The hotel is conveniently located next to a very nice mall and the beach. It was a really nice stay. If I ever come back to Manta, I would stay here again.
Lori
It's a very nice hotel. The staff is fabulous, friendly, and so helpful. Loved staying there. And the food at the restaurant is delicious.
Marc
Yes totally
Kevin
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Estephanie
Es un lugar hermoso y trankilo lo adore
leo
Great breakfast and food overall. Conveniently located steps to the mall, restaurant and beach
Travis
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Ferdinand
breakfast great
Roxanne
There was a driver waiting for me at the airport, and he was very kind and helpful. My room was spacious and overlooking the ocean (across the street not beachfront). Breakfast was great. Overall a great stay except for one night, there was a party that sounded like it was on the floor below me but it could have been in the next block.
Jeffrey
The room was very comfortable, clean and spacious. Excellent location near the Mall Pacifico and the beach. Breakfast buffet was outstanding.
David
Security box needed repair but otherwise a good hotel.
Kathy
Lindo Hotel con mucha naturaleza , servicio excelente y su ubicación buena
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Andres
Satff came up to my door to ask for something late at night. Were not very helpfull at check in. The parking process was no very easy for them to open the gate
Samuel
There is an elevator only in the towers. The stairs were very difficult.
Claudia
Great hotel, fantastic staff.
Joseph
The Balandra is a very special place. We stayed there after my wife had surgery to rest. The staff is incredibly kind and helpful. The facilities are wonderful and the food is delicious. An incredible place of beauty!
Anna
Hotel is is in a big port city Manta. It is very close to the beach.
If you are looking for a nice quiet b each , it is not. Beach is very noisy with loud music and also doesn't look so clean.
Hotel is is like a different species with beatiful garden and swimming pool.
Staff is great, breakfast is very good, rooms are big and very clean. It is a grwatbplace to stay if you need to stay in a big city. Fee steps from the hotel thwre is a shopping center.
If you are looking for a nice quiet b each , it is not. Beach is very noisy with loud music and also doesn't look so clean.
Hotel is is like a different species with beatiful garden and swimming pool.
Staff is great, breakfast is very good, rooms are big and very clean. It is a grwatbplace to stay if you need to stay in a big city. Fee steps from the hotel thwre is a shopping center.
Rubèn
The beach is very close. We loved that.
Yuliet
Love it
Great experience
Great experience
Patricia
A great hotel. A very friendly staff.
Alan
This hotel has a lot going for it. Once inside you wouldn’t even know the city of Manta was just outside. The Bungalow area with pool is easy on the eyes and the room inside and out was very comfortable and welcoming. Next visit to Manta we will plan a longer stay for sure. For beach or shopping and local eateries it is a very convenient
location. To top it all the staff were very friendly and went the extra mile to help make our stay perfect.
location. To top it all the staff were very friendly and went the extra mile to help make our stay perfect.
Liz
We stayed in a double bed room with a view to the beach. We loved our stay there. The staff was amazing. The food was so delicious. The breakfast buffet included with the stay had so much variety and if you didn’t find something all you needed to do is ask and if they could they would accommodate your request. We really enjoyed our stay at Balandra and we will continue to stay in Balandra when we visit Manta.
Felix
Great Hotel, perfect location
Appreciated how attentive the hosts were. The rooms were great and have a fantastic view of the beach. I felt safe during my stay and well attended, plus the breakfast buffet was a perfect way to start a day. The Hotel is a block away (walking distance) from the beach. Ten minute drive from the airport and a 5 minute drive to great restaurants. There is also a giant mall to the side of the hotel, a two minute walk. Loved the stay, if i had to be picky about one thing, it would be the pool size, felt small for how big the hotel was. Plus it was always full of kids. Which makes sense since its a family type of hotel. But it wasn't too much of an issue since theres a giant ocean a block away. haha. The hotel offers a restaurant, gym and game room. Definitely worth staying here, specially if its your first time in Manta.
Phyllis
Great location, staff was excellent. Too many steps everywhere so not great for elderly
Martine
Staff aimable
charlie
I did not like the fact that my Expedia hundred dollars, but they charged me $400 when I left. Will not be back
Cristina
The most beautiful and well kept hotel I have ever been. Better than anything in Hawaii.
Carla
Balandra is always my first option when visiting Manta and visited it for the first time over 19 years ago. I loved it!
Pedro
Nice hotel
JOSE
the location was perfect, the beach, mall, and restaurants.
Maria
This hotel is my favorite when I go to Manta. Beautiful place, nice and clean, I love the food also the workers are very nice and helpful....looking forward to go back.
Mario
It was a great hotel to stay at. I can't say enough about the helpful staff. They helped in every way.
Carla
Balandra ha sido y sigue siendo la primera opción para mí en Manta, excelente en todos los sentidos. Súper recomendado!
Liz
Cute little pool area, but the bar was under construction so we were unable to enjoy the area. The room we were in could use a little TLC (peeling wallpaper and ceiling) but otherwise clean and really nice. The welcome drink was refreshing and the restaurant was a nice place for a quick cocktail. We didn't have any road noise or party noises where we were which is important to us! Quiet! Beautiful property grounds too! We will stay there again when shopping in Manta.
Roger
Friendly service and nice rooms
Martha
The customer service was excellent.
Andres
Bad communication regarding VIP Access
Travis
The staff was excellent. Daily helped us in upgrading our room and also assisted in booking transportation to our next destination. Having friendly after hours security is comforting. There was some construction going on next to the pool but that will only make it better in the future.
Tangela
The Bungalows were exotic and beautifully landscaped.
Maida
Excellent hotel, delicious breakfast and the property well kept.
diana
Mini split had issue and safe deposit did not work. Notice bathroom tiles a bit moldy.
blanca
I was so pleased with this hotel from the moment i stepped in. Every staff member were pleasant and greeted me when I passed. The breakfast that was included was buffet style and everything was delicious. We had dinner at El Faro and everything was amazing. Asked for an iron and it came to us quickly. I would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone. You wont be disappointed! Thank you Balandra Hotel
Bradley
Go Balandra!!! Stay forever
Stay was amazing clean rooms and common areas. Hotel is within walking distance of anything you need, beach, mall, clubs etc. Visit coincided with with Manta 100yr celebration. Hotel staff was extremely helpful with local customs and places to visit. I would stay at the Balandra again without hesitation. I would suggest they upgrade the gym, although the beach within 2min walk has workout stations.
Santiago
Excellent service
Vladimir
Thank you for a good job!!!
carl
Property is across the street from a major mall and the beach. everything is very convenient and the staff is excellent always willing t help
Brandon
Nice enough hotel. Well located. Did not honor any of my Expedia gold perks (no upgrade and no free drinks).
Ruben
Very friendly staff.
luigi
Left to the beach when i came back room was cleaned headphones were gone
David M
Some improvements needed
It is quite nice in general and customer service is courteous but some improvements needed - the internet signal has been in and out. The safe deposit box is not working, Besides bible, they should have a hotel directory and DirecTV gulde.
Leonardo Jose Marquez
Good location. The restaurant is very good, with a good offering and great attention.
Cristobal
Good place for Stay
Giovanna
I used to stay at this hotel and always had a good experience. Well located and quality of service. But in this last stay I was disappointed to see that the quality has been reduced and it’s no longer competing with other high level hotels in Manta. They need to renew the facilities to keep up. Will probably stay somewhere else next time.
Leni
Breakfast buffet is excellent.
CHRISTOPHER
Service and help with my delayed checkout
Susana
Convenient walk to the beach and shopping area. Many options for dining. The hotel restaurant was very good for the buffet style breakfast they offered.
Maria L
Beautiful place to stay,
Nicole
Close to the beach and very comfortable. Food was great.
freddy
location
Pollie
Beautiful property in the heart on Manta with a wonderful complimentary breakfast!
LLoyd
Great location
Room was a bit small.
Location was superb.
Location was superb.
jeffrey
awesome hotel
really good hotel, i stayed in a bungalow. convenient location across from beach and next to mall. really helpful staff. good buffet breakfast with lots of options.
Ashraf
Beautiful quite hotel
Friendly staff, receptionist was incredibly helpful.
Verified traveler
Hotel is close to main attractions and staff provided excellent service! Will go back again.
Verified traveler
Great Hotel in Manta
Humberto Vicente
Excellent recommend
Excellent service very nice staff room very clean
James
Great independent hotel in Manta
The room is exceptionally clean is larger than is typical in Ecuador. WiFi was fast and reliable as we needed to connect with clients for video calls a few times. Staff, including housekeeping, are kind and friendly. The breakfast is very good with a variety of choice. I will come back to this hotel again.
david
Great location
Nice hotel with friendly staff and close to the beach and mall!
Scott
Staff was wonderfull
Mercedes
We have been staying at the Balandra for over 20 years
Each person from the front desk to groundl keepers and every body in between knows their task. They are always attentive to the guests needs and requirements.
It is always a pleasure to stay at this family own place.
Thank you for the great services.
Each person from the front desk to groundl keepers and every body in between knows their task. They are always attentive to the guests needs and requirements.
It is always a pleasure to stay at this family own place.
Thank you for the great services.
Danielle
Adventure Manta!
The staff was very helpful!
MaryBeth
This property is quite pretty with a lot of beautiful flowers and trees. The area around the cottages and the pool is lovely. The cottages are dated and need upgrades. And not as clean as one would like. Also the AC only runs when you are in the room and can put your key card in the slot. It took hours to cool the room off enough to be comfortable. Also, there are a lot of stairs if this is an issue for you. The staff are very friendly and helpful, the restaurant is lovely, the breakfast is excellent and the location is very good.
Verified traveler
Great service. The staff was extremely attentive and helpful.
Verified traveler
The staff was amazing. They truly went above and beyond. They were so helpful and accommodating; very knowledgeable about the area, and gave great suggestions for things to do. The room was tastefully accommodated, and the grounds were lush and inviting. The pool was refreshing and relaxing. The restaurant was delicious. The breakfast buffet was comprehensive and varied. Every day was a new culinary treat. We took advantage of the free WiFi and the complimentary water bottles in the room. The room key system was innovative and efficient. Everything was wonderful.
Shane
Great location, modern rooms, but lacked service
Check in was quick and easy, the service manager was very helpful taking me to my room and explaining every thing about the tv, AC, room service etc. However, that's where the service ended. Room was not cleaned or bed made during my two night stay, trash not emptied, and my room service tray and leftover food sat outside my room for 2 days in the intense Ecuadorian heat until I left. Room safe didn't work, which was a worry for me. Those were the negatives, but it's a great safe location next to the major mall, a short walk to the beach, breakfast has a huge selection and a great view over the ocean, and the room was very modern, super clean, and the bed was really comfortable. Overall it was great, but the service was lacking.
Derek
Balandra hotel is excellent
I enjoyed my stay at the Balandra hotel. Excellent view of the sea. Staff and accommodations were great.
Verified traveler
Nice location, very clean, good breakfast and excellent service
Verified traveler
It's a good option in Manta. Well located and good service. Parking is good as well but I'd suggest to find a better way to get guests to enter and leave the lot.
John
Had to wait two hours for checkin and we were bumped from our bungalow to a standard room
Virginia
Great hotel close to the beach - gotta love it!
Really nice hotel located close to the beach with a wonderful breakfast included.Great helpful staff and very secure.
Verified traveler
Nice hotel
Verified traveler
Beautiful view from room of the city and ocean. Beautiful hotel!
Richard
Great!
Verified traveler
Great experience! The staff made us feel at home and took care of every request with a smile. I will definitely stay here again if I return to ecuador.
John
Perfect location.
Stayed here for 9 days. The hotel is 15 mins. from the airport and right across the street from a brand new shopping mall. Our room was huge and very clean. Breakfast was awesome.
The staff was friendly even though there was a language barrier.
The staff was friendly even though there was a language barrier.
Verified traveler
It is a very personalized hotel, has its modern area with spacious luxury rooms and the other area with cozy rooms amidst fragrant and beautiful plants. Very rich breakfast with great variety of Manta food
Chris
Nice hotel, but overpriced
This is a nice hotel, close to the beach. Not too much around. Nice staff. Simple breakfast. A bit overpriced!
Robert
Safe and Secure, even during a massive earthquake!
The hotel is very nice and close enough to the beach. Definitely one of the top two of three places to stay in Manta. I unfortunately checked into the hotel two hours before the 7.8 magnitude earthquake hit Ecuador. I was out on the town and got lost in the chaos and darkness caused by the earthquake. After about 5 hours out n the street trying to stay safe I made it back to the Balandra and it was one of the only places in the city with backup electrical power, security guards, water, a functioning restaurant, and intermittent internet connectivity. I was there for the next two days and the staff at the hotel made everyone feel safe and secure while the rest f the city was devastated. I would definitely stay in this hotel the next time I am in Manta.
Luz Adriana
Excellent for business trip
Clean, comfortable
Robert
Great Value!
Highly recommend the ocean view. The room was extremely clean and the bed and bedding was superb. The mini fridge was very convenient. The bungalows are nice but no privacy on the balconies. There is no ice on the floors but just phone the restaurant and they will bring some with a smile. The complimentary breakfast is very good. I always had a freshly made omelet and toast. Both are hot. The buffet food is good, but not hot. If the coffee is not hot enough the waiter will accommodate you. There is outdoor seating with ocean view that I particularly enjoyed. Pool is fabulous and clean. The gym was modest but ample for my needs. If you have any problems, track down Lisette. She will handle it! Also there is no complimentary shuttle from the airport. Some websites say so, but it's not true. A gratuity is added to your bill automatically, so no need to tip unless you have extraordinary service. There is a Supermaxi 10 minutes away by foot to stock up on essentials (beer!) This is definitely the place to stay in Manta!
Angel
tengo muchos años de visitar Manta y este hotel lo he usado en muchas oportunidades, sus estándares no son de un hotel de lujo, pero son muy profesionales en su labor. felicitaciones
Ma Astrid
Fue una gran experiencia, muy buena ubicación pero sobre todo todo el staff super amable y pendientes. Te hacen sentir en casa. Volvería a hospedarme sin duda!
Franklin
Personal de Recepción muy amable y del Bar Daniel excelentes mojitos, un Hotel recomendado
Javier
Muy agradable y tranquila. Muy buena vista a la playa
Gene
Se disfruta lo que se cancela
Genial
SUSANA
Buena ubicación seguro a 1 cuadra de la playa
Francisco
Excelente en todos los aspectos
Jesica Gabriela
Todo muy limpio y el personal muy atento, el cóctel de cortesía no me agradó, de ahí todo muy bien
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Balandra Hotel
Avenida 7 Calle 20, Manta, Ecuador
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