Hosteria Ojo de Agua

I stayed at Hosteria Ojo de Agua for four nights during a just-completed bird photography tour. This establishment far exceeded my expectations. It is a fabulously well-run quasi-resort with a large swimming pool, a fish pond with spectacular Amazonian species, and well-landscaped grounds. In the rooms, everything works: the water in the shower is hot, the air conditioning system is efficient and quiet, and the housekeeping staff does a first-rate job.The food at the small outdoor meal area is well-prepared. My only small complaint was, instant coffee--really? I even got some laundry done, quickly and at a reasonable cost. The woman who makes the place run so smoothly is the energetic, friendly Fernanda, who does a simply remarkable job of making each guest feel welcome and valued. I know that Loreto is well off the beaten path for most people, but if you ever visit the Amazonian part of Ecuador, this is a fine place to stay.