The view takes your breath away. The environment is relaxing. The manager was very professional. My kids had a good time in the pool. And we enjoyed their delicious hamburger. A perfect place to stay in Cuenca, Ecuador.

Having lived in Ecuador for many years, visiting many, many hotels in different cities, this one came in with very mixed reviews. I will break it done this way. Security – one star Service – two star Room – four star Restaurant- four star Security. Ecuador’s crime rate is rising rapidly and Cuenca is no exception although certainly safer than... More

We spent a couple if nights here before moving into Cuenca and really enjoyed the quiet and relaxation. The pools are great for hanging out, but could have been warmer for my preference. The staff was very nice and the restuarant was good, but not great. The hotel is large and there were not many people there when we were,... More

Ecuador always amazes me with how incredible the food & lodgings can be for such low prices...but Hosteria Duran was a little disappointing. The food was expensive, but not nearly as good as some of the $3.00 almuerzos you can get in smaller restaurants. The "hot" springs (the ones included in the room price) are not really "hot" so much... More

A great room and excellent restaurant. The pool is filled with water thermally heated by the local volcanoes-- a giant hot spring. An absolute beautiful view of the city at night. Everyone was friendly and the service was impeccable.

When in Banos, in July 2012, I often thought back of Hosteria Duran, which I visited a few time as a day visitor and also stayed there for a few days. Time for another visit! And this is why. The have 2 wonderful big pools. The one inside the hotel is said to be better and much less crowded. And... More

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Hosteria Duran. The service at the desk could not be nicer, and the wait staff is also excellent. The rooms were clean and lovely. We would definitely go back.

This is a magical place! Hosteria Duran offers all the amenities of a 5-star hotel. Elegant colonial architecture nestled up in the mountain offering gorgeous vi ews from morning to night. The hot springs pools filled with volcanic waters are just fantastic, suiting for young and old in a very friendly atmosphere surrounded by snack bars and amenities. We enjoyed... More

A good selection of typical Ecuadorian food with great trout dishes. Best to keep away from the rooms by the hot pool since there were many children during our stay. Clean and tidy and good value!