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Reviews of Spondylus Lodge

Km. 86 Ruta del Spondylus, EC131950 Ayampe, Ecuador

#2 of 6 hotels in Ayampe

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 39 hotel reviews

9.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.3

  • Comfort

    9.5

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    9.4

  • Staff

    9.3

  • Value for money

    9.0

  • Free Wifi

    8.1

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  • Reviewed: May 25, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Studio with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Cleanliness Great staff, very amicable and attentive to the needs

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: April 18, 2025

    10
    A clean, great value accommodation in beautiful Ayampe
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Private Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The odd noise but ultimately quiet

    Staff is friendly and accommodating.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: March 16, 2025

    10
    Will come back.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Good vibes all around

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 18, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Studio with Garden View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Changing towels everyday. Very kind and helpfull employes.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: January 27, 2025

    10
    Cosy, comfortabel and beautiful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Fresh design. Beautiful garden and very nice chill areas to just hang out. Spacious room with a balcony including a hammock😍 yummy toiletries

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: February 22, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Private Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Beds small for a couple.

    Staff, beautiful location, nice ac and internet

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: January 12, 2024

    10
    The hosts were very friendly and helpfull, we felt really welcome
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything was really nice, the jacuzzi is a nice bonus and the rooms were very clean

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: April 22, 2023

    10
    great - suited my surfer lifestyle - close to the beach break:)
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    beautiful location great service

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: April 16, 2023

    10
    Fantastic stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Private Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    If you want to stay right at the beach this is not the place for you. Not very social, but off season and only two other guests there.

    Spondylus lodge was one of my best accommodations in South America so far! I had a private room; good price, very spacey with own balcony. Comfortable bed and good AC! Free coffee in the morning and filtered water. 5 min walk to the beach. Big common areas and a good common kitchen. The place was very very clean. Staff was nice and helpful! Very quite and tranquil. would def recommend!

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: April 8, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Private Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Amazing location! Very friendly and helpful staff! Definitely would come back!

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: March 27, 2023

    9.0
    Nice hotel but expensive
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    $151 is a lot considering it was NOT in front of the beach and Didn't include breakfast. In Guayaquil You pay that amount at a room at the Hilton Colon .

    Mariscal was very warm and friendly. The girls were nice too.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: March 18, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Private Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything!!! Friendly staff, clean rooms, lots of common areas

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: March 2, 2023

    10
    Clean, friendly, comfortable, and chill lodge in beautiful Ayumpe.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We loved everything about this lodge!!! It has such a nice warm vibe, it’s very clean, the bed was super comfy, we loved the outdoor space too, and the location is awesome.,

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: February 20, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • With a pet
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Private Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights

    The staff were very welcoming and friendly always ready to help. We felt like we were at home. The location was great near the food court and a short walk to downtown and the beach. Very relaxed and nice guests as well.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: January 28, 2023

    10
    Lovely, cozy, safe and happy.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Studio with Garden View
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Often times no one was sitting at reception and I had to hunt people down if I needed help.

    Spondylus Lodge was just beautiful. It was tucked in the jungle and a 5 minute walk from the beach. My bed was a cool loft bed and the mattress was so comfy.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: January 3, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I had a lovely stay here - good hot water, air conditioning and wifi!

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: December 5, 2022

    9.0
    can highly recommend and will consider staying here again when back in the area
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Family Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I loved the staff Mariscal was an amazing host . I loved the kitchen facility and jacuzzi . the room spacious and very clean.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: November 9, 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Private Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Lovely place! The rooms are spacious and comfy, the staff are really very lovely and friendly, and the location is perfect. I stayed during the low season so I was the only guest, but I can imagine that when the sun is shining it has a great atmosphere too!

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: September 26, 2022

    9.0
    Great place to visit Ayampe
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    just one thing: towels are already too old and stained

    great location and room as always

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: May 28, 2025

    7.0
    A beautiful property with potential, but the lack of hospitality and unclear booking conditions made our stay less enjoy
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Apartment with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Our stay at the property was not the best, mainly due to the service experience. When you’re on vacation, you hope to feel welcomed with a positive and helpful attitude from the staff — but unfortunately, that wasn’t our experience. The team seemed upset or annoyed every time we asked a question, which made interactions feel uncomfortable rather than friendly. Upon arrival, instead of receiving a warm welcome or useful instructions about the property, we were immediately reminded of the check-out time and told that we should ask for anything we needed before 8:45 PM bc she leaves at 9 — which set the tone for the rest of the stay. Additionally, there were several discrepancies between what was stated on Booking.com and what actually happened. For example, after booking, we were informed there was an extra charge for pets, which I don’t recall being clearly mentioned. Also, although Booking indicated that credit cards were accepted, I was told I had to transfer 100% of the payment in advance via bank transfer to confirm the reservation within the next 2 hours if not the reservation would be cancelled. This is very different from the “no prepayment needed” option shown on the website, and it felt misleading. The property itself is nice. The bed wasn’t the most comfortable, but it was acceptable. However, the staff’s attitude really affected the overall experience. It didn’t feel like we were on vacation — it felt more like we were bothering someone by being there. I believe there’s room for improvement in terms of transparency on the booking platform and, more importantly, in staff training to create a more welcoming and guest-focused atmosphere.

    It carefully designed with nature & had beautiful social area.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: April 4, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Solo traveler
    • Studio with Garden View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 24, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Private Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: February 10, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: December 3, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in November 2024

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