hacienda la danesa, eco-friendly hotel in ecuadorThe Farm
The Farm A Family Legacy
Hacienda La Danesa offers an immersive Ecuadorian farm experience blending luxury with rural life, featuring ecotourism experiences like bean-to-bar chocolate making, horseback riding, river tubing, and farm-to-table dining on a working cacao & dairy farm near Guayaquil, praised for exceptional hospitality, personalized service, and beautiful rustic-chic settings. Guests enjoy exploring teak forests, milking cows, learning local traditions, and relaxing with spa treatments, all within a charming family-run estate known for its attention to detail.
ecotourism
and Conservation in Action
Once depleted by harmful farming, our land is now regenerating. Over 250 hectares are being rewilded, bringing back sloths, ocelots, deer, and more — with a goal to protect 100% by 2040. Your visit supports this mission. If you'd like to learn more or get involved, don’t hesitate to contact us.
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a Family
Owned hacienda
At Hacienda La Danesa, family is not a concept — it is the foundation. For over 30 years, Niels and Sonia have poured their hearts into every corner of this land, shaping it with patience, intention, and care. What began as a working farm has evolved, detail by detail, into the authentic and beautiful place it is today — not through shortcuts, but through a deep commitment to craftsmanship, nature, and togetherness. Every tree planted, every recipe perfected, and every space thoughtfully designed reflects a family’s dedication to creating something lasting, meaningful, and deeply personal.
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Amenities At The Farm
Wi-Fi
Complimentary, password-free Wi-Fi is available in the social areas and all accommodations.
Exploring
Curated experiences embrace the hacienda’s efforts to provide authentic experiences with cacao plantation tours, wet tubing in lazy rivers, horse riding, cooking classes, and bike rides. All excursions are focused on preserving local traditions.
Restaurant & Bar – Helge
Our farm-to-table restaurant serves a seasonally curated tasting menu, with ingredients harvested on-site.
No walk-ins. Reservations are required to protect guest and resident privacy.
Specialty Coffee & Tea
Locally sourced. Freshly ground. Choose from our curated tea blends or artisanal Ecuadorian coffee.
Security at the Farm
Your peace of mind is our priority. The farm features discreet, 24/7 security monitoring, including CCTV and on-property surveillance systems to ensure a safe and private environment throughout your stay.
24-Hour Duty Manager
An English and Spanish- speaking duty manager is available 24/7 to assist you at any time.
Wellness Center
A wellness pavilion featuring:
- Salt water hydrotherapy pool
- Dry and wet sauna
- Cold plunge pools
- Yoga and meditation space
- Pre and post-travel recovery treatments
- Signature massages
- Technogym® Gym
- Horse healing and Cacao Ceremony
Reading Room & Library
A quiet space to journal, read, reflect, or simply disappear into your thoughts. Borrow a book from our family collection.
Helipad
Arrive or depart by helicopter — anywhere in mainland Ecuador.
Bicycles & Trails
Explore at your pace: by bike, on foot, or on horseback. Choose from self-guided or guided experiences across our cacao fields, forests, and rivers.
Equestrian Center
Over 50 Pinto Quarter Horses live on our property, enjoying open fields and ideal terrain for casual or advanced riders alike.
The Shop
Our curated boutique features local art, jewelry, natural skincare, slow fashion, handwoven decor, and farm products — including our own chocolate and dairy.
Location & Accessibility
Hacienda La Danesa is just over one hour from Guayaquil International Airport (GYE) by car — or 15 minutes by helicopter.
- From Guayaquil: 1h15 by car | 15m by helicopter
- From Cuenca: 3h15 by car | 45m by helicopter
- From Quito: 6h by car | 2h by helicopter
