Machalilla Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A beach with scattered seaweed, calm turquoise waters, rocky cliffs, and distant mountains under a clear sky.
A coastal landscape with clear turquoise waters, a sandy beach, and a mountainous backdrop.
A coastal landscape with a beach, clear blue waters, and forested hills.
A tree by a body of water with a clear sky.
Hosteria del Parque Machalilla - Los Frailes

Hosteria del Parque Machalilla - Los Frailes

3 out of 5
Km 5 via a Machalilla Machalilla Manabí
The price is NZ$120 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
NZ$120
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Stay at this beach hotel in Machalilla. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Sucre Islet and Tortuguita Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (14 reviews)
"Breathtaking views of Quito!! Beautiful hotel!!! Highly recommended!!"

Reviewed on 30 June 2026

Hosteria del Parque Machalilla - Los Frailes
Las Tanusas Retreat & SPA

Las Tanusas Retreat & SPA

3 out of 5
Ruta Del Sol Vía Puerto Cayo - Manta 12k Puerto Cayo Manabi
The price is NZ$381 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
NZ$381
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Stay at this beach resort in Puerto Cayo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attraction Puerto Cayo Beach is located nearby.
8/10 Very good! (4 reviews)
"Hermoso lugar ubicación privilegiada, rica comida promueve la sostenibilidad y tiene un personal muy amable y servicial. El sitio es increíble, cómodo y frente al mar."

Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026

Las Tanusas Retreat & SPA
Finca Punta Ayampe

Finca Punta Ayampe

3 out of 5
Al final de la calle principal Salango Santa Elena
Stay at this business-friendly lodge in Salango. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attraction Ayampe Beach is located nearby.
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Finca Punta Ayampe
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
La Mansión. Al pie del mar.

La Mansión. Al pie del mar.

Puerto Cayo Manabí
Stay at this holiday home in Puerto Cayo. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attraction Puerto Cayo Beach is located nearby.
7.4/10 Good! (3 reviews)
"Yes....very nice place"

Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026

La Mansión. Al pie del mar.
Hermosa vista al Mar y a la Montaña I Cabañas Cochapunko

Hermosa vista al Mar y a la Montaña I Cabañas Cochapunko

3 out of 5
Via a la Loma, Ayampe Salango Manabí
Stay at this cabin in Salango. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attraction Ayampe Beach is located nearby.
6.8/10 (3 reviews)
"Llegué y no me dieron la habitación, nadie me recibió. Favor de ayudarme con devolución. Nunca use las instalaciones."

Reviewed on 26 May 2026

Hermosa vista al Mar y a la Montaña I Cabañas Cochapunko
Casa playera, Roya

Casa playera, Roya

Puerto Cayo Manabí
Stay at this holiday home in Puerto Cayo. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attraction Puerto Cayo Beach is located nearby.
Casa playera, Roya
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Agua Blanca

8.0/10 (5 reviews)
You can find out about the history of Machalilla with a trip to Agua Blanca. While you're in the area, wander around the rainforest.
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Activities

Isla de la Plata: Wildlife Trails & Snorkeling at Machalilla Park

Isla de la Plata: Wildlife Trails & Snorkeling at Machalilla Park

NZ$101
per adult
Isla de la Plata: Wildlife Trails & Snorkeling at Machalilla Park
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