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Balsa Surf Camp by Rotamundos

3.0 star property
Hotel in Manglaralto with full-service spa and free breakfast

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Exterior
Standard Double Room
Standard Double Room
Family Room
Beach nearby

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$67
21 Sept - 22 Sept

Explore the area

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Barrio La Punta, Manglaralto, Santa Elena
  • Montañita Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Montanita Point
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Olon Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Family Room

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Detached private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Living room
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Quadruple Room

Standard Quadruple Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Detached private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Living room
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Standard Triple Room

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Detached private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Living room
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room

Standard Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Detached private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Living room
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Studio Suite

Superior Studio Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Detached private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Living room
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Detached private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Living room
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room

Standard Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Detached private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Living room
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Detached private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Living room
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Detached private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Living room
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room

Standard Room

Standard Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Detached private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Living room
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Triple Room

Standard Triple Room

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Detached private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Living room
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Detached private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Living room
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Montanita

At Balsa Surf Camp by Rotamundos you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Montañita Beach and Montanita Church. Highlights at this hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and free daily breakfast. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, aromatherapy and reflexology along with access to the hot tub. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a Turkish bath/hammam and laundry facilities. Free full breakfast is available daily between 8:30 AM and 11 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Near this 3-property class Manglaralto hotel, you'll find Olon Beach.

What's nearby

  • Montañita Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Montanita Church - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Montanita Spanish School - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Montanita Point - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Olon Beach - 6 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • Guayaquil (GYE-Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl.) - 179 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Churrería - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Maximo 21-8 - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Momo Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Panorama South America - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cabaña de Jerry - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Balsa Surf Camp by Rotamundos

Hotel in Manglaralto with full-service spa and free breakfast
Balsa Surf Camp by Rotamundos offers its guests a full-service spa. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Balsa Surf Camp by Rotamundos. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Manglaralto hotel is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Balsa Surf Camp by Rotamundos offers 12 accommodations with DVD players and a safe. Rooms open to furnished balconies. This Manglaralto hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Rooms have detached private bathrooms. Bathrooms include a bath with a rainfall showerhead, and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a hot tub and Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 11 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Swedish massages
  • Turkish bath

More

  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Detached private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Rainfall showerhead

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Living room
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: noon
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 8 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Balsa Surf Camp by Rotamundos

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 5 children 1 year old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Ecuador value-added tax (15%). Non-resident travellers who present a valid passport and tourist visa may be exempt from value-added tax (15%).
  • Deposit is payable by PayPal and is due within 48 hours of booking the reservation.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 100 per vehicle (return)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 8 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash.

We should mention

  • Up to 5 children aged 1 year old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Balsa Surf
Balsa Surf Camp
Balsa Surf Camp Hotel
Balsa Surf Camp Hotel Montanita
Balsa Surf Camp Montanita
Balsa Surf Camp Hotel Manglaralto
Balsa Surf Camp Manglaralto
Balsa Surf Camp
Balsa Surf Camp by Rotamundos Hotel
Balsa Surf Camp by Rotamundos Manglaralto
Balsa Surf Camp by Rotamundos Hotel Manglaralto

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Balsa Surf Camp by Rotamundos?

Yep, Balsa Surf Camp by Rotamundos has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Balsa Surf Camp by Rotamundos?

As of 11 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Balsa Surf Camp by Rotamundos on 21 Sept 2025 start from NZ$66.62, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Balsa Surf Camp by Rotamundos?

Yep, Balsa Surf Camp by Rotamundos is a short 7-minute walk from Montañita Beach. Fun beach activities include body boarding.

Is there a spa on site at Balsa Surf Camp by Rotamundos?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Balsa Surf Camp by Rotamundos. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body treatments and Swedish massages.

What makes Balsa Surf Camp by Rotamundos a romantic place to stay?

A hot tub and a lounge bar, as well as rainfall showerheads and private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Balsa Surf Camp by Rotamundos.

Does Balsa Surf Camp by Rotamundos serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary full brekkie is available daily between 8:30 AM and 11 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Balsa Surf Camp by Rotamundos?

No, but there's an airport shuttle on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Balsa Surf Camp by Rotamundos?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Regional cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Balsa Surf Camp by Rotamundos?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Balsa Surf Camp by Rotamundos?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.