{"id":22650,"date":"2023-04-14T22:55:52","date_gmt":"2023-04-14T22:55:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/?p=22650"},"modified":"2026-01-23T10:40:51","modified_gmt":"2026-01-23T15:40:51","slug":"ecuadorian-coast-pacific-coast","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/blog\/ecuador\/ecuadorian-coast-pacific-coast\/","title":{"rendered":"Ecuadorian Coast: A Hidden Treasure in the Pacific Coast"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>An up-and-coming vacation destination in Ecuador is the Pacific Coast. There are numerous beautiful beaches, lovely towns, and different cultures that are still unknown to many people. If you&#8217;re looking for Hidden Treasures in Ecuador, I highly recommend you visit the Ecuadorian Coast. It&#8217;s easy to reach the Coast by flying to Guayaquil or to Manta. Once there, you can also find direct flights to Quito, Panama, and in the near future to the Galapagos Islands as well!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a class=\"btn-view-all-trips\" title=\"19-Day Ecuador Family Quest\" href=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/ecuador\/tour\/19-day-relax\/\" rel=\"\">Ecuador Coastal Tours<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><h2>Table of Contents<\/h2><nav><div><div><a href=\"#the-5-best-beach-towns-on-the-ecuadorian-coast\">The 5 best beach towns on the Ecuadorian Coast.<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#best-beach-city-in-ecuador\">Best beach city in Ecuador<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#top-5-restaurants-in-manta\">Top 5 restaurants in Manta<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#when-to-visit-the-ecuadorian-coasts\">When to visit the Ecuadorian Coasts?<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#birds-animals-found-off-the-ecuadorian-coast\">Birds &amp; animals found off the Ecuadorian Coast<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#best-family-owned-boutique-hotels-on-the-ecuadorian-coast\">Best family-owned boutique hotels on the Ecuadorian Coast<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#family-travel-at-the-ecuadorian-coasts\">Family travel at the Ecuadorian Coasts<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#f\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#further-reading\">Further Reading<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#visit-ecuado-now\">Visit Ecuador Now!<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"the-5-best-beach-towns-on-the-ecuadorian-coast\">The 5 best beach towns on the Ecuadorian Coast.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Santa Marianita<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This hidden treasure is located a <strong>10-minute drive from Manta<\/strong> and features a long white beach, water sports, small restaurants on the beach, and some family-owned hotels. My favorite hotel is called <strong>Eolia<\/strong> and is located just outside the village of Santa Marianita. There are countless <strong>foreign surfers<\/strong> who come to Santa Marianita to enjoy the waves, therefore, you will find different types of restaurants and a <strong>laid-back atmosphere.<\/strong> It is also a great place to visit with your kids. The long beach has plenty of <strong>adventure for children<\/strong> and it is possible to go paddle boarding, surfing, or you can go kayaking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There is also a beautiful beach next to Santa Marianita called La Ti\u00f1osa. You can get there walking all the way from Santa Marianita. Along the dunes between La Ti\u00f1osa and Santa Marianita, there is a <strong>sea turtle breeding ground<\/strong>. During certain times of the year, <strong>you can witness the amazing hatching process<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full alignnone wp-image-22678\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/eolia-hotel.jpg\" alt=\"Eolia Hotel\" class=\"wp-image-43055\" style=\"object-fit:cover\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/eolia-hotel.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/eolia-hotel-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/eolia-hotel-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/eolia-hotel-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/eolia-hotel-204x153.jpg 204w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/eolia-hotel-945x709.jpg 945w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/eolia-hotel-600x450.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Eolia Hotel Experiences around the coast.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Ayangue<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This <strong>authentic Fisherman&#8217;s Village<\/strong> is located about 2 hours from Guayaquil. The bay where Ayangue is located in a <strong>quiet place<\/strong> with many small restaurants, <strong>fisherman boats<\/strong>, and white sand, and during the weekends&#8217; lots of local people are out and about. This is also the hometown of the Valdivieso community, <strong>best known for their clay handicrafts<\/strong> made from the same earth of this fantastic coastal location. There is also a small dive shop, so if you are interested in <strong>diving along the Ecuadorian Coast<\/strong>, Ayangue is the best place to start.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a class=\"btn-view-all-trips\" title=\"9-Day Coast &amp; Andes Luxury Cultural Experience\" href=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/ecuador\/tour\/9-day-luxury-experience\/\" rel=\"\">Visit the Ecuadorian Coast<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Puerto Lopez<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The beach at Puerto Lopez is <strong>long and white<\/strong> but can be crowded at times, mostly depending on the holiday or time of year. The village itself is lively with a variety of hotels and restaurants. If you are interested in visiting <strong>Isla de La Plata<\/strong>, Puerto Lopez is the harbor where you would depart. They also call Isla de La Plata the &#8220;Poor Man&#8217;s Galapagos&#8221;. This is because you can find almost the <a title=\"Top 20 Galapagos Islands Animals Not to Be Missed\" href=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/blog\/galapagos\/top-20-galapagos-animals\/\" rel=\"\"><strong>same flora and fauna as what you will see at the Galapagos Islands<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When traveling to Isla de La Plata you have to take a small boat with a capacity of 16 people. You will navigate for about an hour. Upon arriving at <strong>Isla de La Plata, the full-day excursion is highly recommended<\/strong> because you have the opportunity to snorkel and hike around Isla de la Plata, as well as do some <strong>bird watching<\/strong>. The most exciting thing is that you might even be able to <strong>see humpback whales<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are looking for an <strong>untouched and uninhabited beach<\/strong> with no crowds, you should go to <strong>Los Frailes<\/strong>. It is about <strong>20 minute&#8217;s drive from Puerto Lopez<\/strong> and you will find the <strong>most beautiful virgin beach on the Ecuadorian Coast<\/strong>. Los Frailes is located in the <strong>National Park of Machalilla<\/strong>, therefore it is a pristine location that is simply a jewel along the Ecuadorian Coast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full alignnone wp-image-22678\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/puerto-lopez-isla-de-la-plata.jpg\" alt=\"Puerto Lopez - Isla de la Plata\" class=\"wp-image-43056\" style=\"object-fit:cover\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/puerto-lopez-isla-de-la-plata.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/puerto-lopez-isla-de-la-plata-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/puerto-lopez-isla-de-la-plata-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/puerto-lopez-isla-de-la-plata-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/puerto-lopez-isla-de-la-plata-204x153.jpg 204w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/puerto-lopez-isla-de-la-plata-945x709.jpg 945w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/puerto-lopez-isla-de-la-plata-600x450.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Puerto Lopez &#8211; Isla de la Plata<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Olon<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Olon has one of the <strong>longest beaches<\/strong> <strong>on the Ecuadorian Coast<\/strong>, it&#8217;s about 7 km long. You have to drive about 3 hours to get to Olon from Guayaquil. It is also about 3 hours of driving if you are coming from Manta. Olon is just 10 minute&#8217;s drive from <strong>Montanita<\/strong>, which is a <strong>popular town for backpackers<\/strong> and other travelers looking for a festive coastal town experience. There is a large <strong>hippie culture<\/strong> here that you will find in Montanita, which is also something you can find enjoyable on your own. There are lots of foreigners who have built houses in Olon to enjoy the beautiful beach here on the Ecuadorian Coast. You can also find <strong>international restaurants and coffee bars<\/strong> on the boulevard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Punta Blanca<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The President of Ecuador, Guillermo Lasso, has a house there at the beach because it is so beautiful and stunning! It is just <strong>one and a half hours&#8217; driving distance from Guayaquil<\/strong>. It is located in Santa Elena province, close to Salinas. There are not many restaurants or other facilities, but if you are looking for a <strong>quiet place on the beach<\/strong> this is the spot! If you are looking for <strong>city life<\/strong>, coffee bars, and a yacht club, you can go to <strong>Salinas<\/strong> which is about 30 minutes drive. There are often beautiful houses or apartments for rent through Airbnb or other rental websites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full alignnone wp-image-22965\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/santa-elenea.jpg\" alt=\"Santa Elenea\" class=\"wp-image-43057\" style=\"object-fit:cover\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/santa-elenea.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/santa-elenea-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/santa-elenea-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/santa-elenea-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/santa-elenea-204x153.jpg 204w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/santa-elenea-945x709.jpg 945w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/santa-elenea-600x450.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Santa Elena coastline.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"best-beach-city-in-ecuador\">Best beach city in Ecuador<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The best beach city in my opinion is Manta. This is the <strong>capital of the Manab\u00ed<\/strong> province and due to its location, the weather is always great. The locals from Manabi are known for their<strong> friendliness<\/strong> and willingness to help. The <strong>connectivity is great<\/strong> with a new airport just 5 minute&#8217;s drive from town and all the restaurants are amazing and feature <strong>local cuisine from the coast<\/strong> with delicious fresh seafood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Activities in Manta<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can visit the city of Manta\u2019s beach, <strong>Playa Murcielago<\/strong>. This location is great for early morning or late afternoon walks along the 2 km coastline. <strong>There are often concerts and sports competitions<\/strong> like the Iron Man Triathlon or other events organized by the municipality. You can go shopping in the &#8220;Mall del Pacifico&#8221; or visit the town of <strong>Montecristi<\/strong>, which is <strong>famous for its handicrafts<\/strong> and <a title=\"The Humble Panama Hat that Became Recognized\" href=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/blog\/ecuador\/the-humble-panama-hat-that-became-recognized\/\" rel=\"\">Panama hats<\/a>. You can also go to <a title=\"Ciudad Alfaro\" href=\"https:\/\/www.culturaypatrimonio.gob.ec\/ciudadalfaro\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ciudad Alfaro<\/a> where the Ecuadorian Constitution was originally signed and learn more about <strong>Ecuadorian history<\/strong>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Manabi Cuisine<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The province of Manabi is known all over the country for its <strong>delicious cuisine<\/strong>. There are special dishes like ceviche Jipijapa, Aj\u00ed de Man\u00ed, and Bol\u00f3n con Higado. Unique to Manab\u00ed are ingredients that are often used for the Manabitan dishes like sal prieta, man\u00ed, and fresh fish like camotillo, lenguado, and tuna.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full alignnone wp-image-22952\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/corviche.jpg\" alt=\"Corviche - Ecuadorian Coast Cousine\" class=\"wp-image-43058\" style=\"object-fit:cover\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/corviche.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/corviche-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/corviche-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/corviche-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/corviche-204x153.jpg 204w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/corviche-945x709.jpg 945w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/corviche-600x450.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Manabi Cuisine &#8211; Corviche<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to experience the Hidden Culinary Treasures of Manabi, I recommend you <strong>take a cooking workshop<\/strong> in the small and charming coastal town of <strong>San Vicente<\/strong> at the Iche Cooking School. San Vicente is located just south of Bahia de Caraquez with wonderful views and sea breezes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a class=\"btn-view-all-trips\" title=\"7-Day Galapagos Food Tour\" href=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/galapagos\/tour\/7-day-food-tour\/\" rel=\"\">Discover Ecuadorian Gastronomy!<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"top-5-restaurants-in-manta\">Top 5 restaurants in Manta<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a title=\"Iche Restaurant\" href=\"https:\/\/iche.ec\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Iche<\/a>: Delicious food from Manabi. <strong>Fine dining style<\/strong> with different types of dishes to share. <strong>A bit more expensive<\/strong> compared to other restaurants and you have to <strong>make a reservation upfront<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a title=\"Finisterre luxury restaurant\" href=\"https:\/\/finisterre-manta.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Finisterre<\/a>: Different fine cuisine styles like Spanish, Ecuadorean, International, and Mediterranean. The best <strong>place in town to go for steak<\/strong> and the menu also has a variety of great seafood.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a title=\"Casa Rosada\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.es\/Restaurant_Review-g297538-d20253452-Reviews-Casa_Rosada_Restaurante-Manta_Manabi_Province.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Casa Rosada<\/a>: Located in the city center of Manta, try a delicious <strong>bolon or tigrillo<\/strong> for the best coastal Ecuadorian breakfast! Try the liver tigrillo if you would like to<strong> taste a true local Manabita dish<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a title=\"Martinica Restaurant\" href=\"https:\/\/www.martinica.com.ec\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Martinica Restaurant<\/a>: Excellent in any of its <strong>seafood dishes<\/strong>! This is a <strong>family-type restaurant<\/strong> with lots of varied options on the menu. My personal favorite is the \u00a8pulpo\u00a8 or octopus.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a title=\"Maido Restaurant\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/maido.manta\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Maido<\/a>: Did you know Manta is famous for its tuna? At this restaurant, you can taste the very best <strong>tuna prepared in Japanese flare<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"when-to-visit-the-ecuadorian-coasts\">When to visit the Ecuadorian Coasts?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can visit the coast <strong>year-round<\/strong> because it is located near the equator line. The<strong> warm season lasts from December to April<\/strong>, with high temperatures, and almost no wind, and\/or rain. The colder season is a bit chilly, with less rain, and windier. Therefore the colder season is highly recommended for activities like kite surfing, windsurfing, and other water sports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"birds-animals-found-off-the-ecuadorian-coast\">Birds &amp; animals found off the Ecuadorian Coast<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Ecuadorian coast is not only a Hidden Treasure because of its beaches, culture, and food, but also due to<strong> the amount of fauna<\/strong>. <a title=\"Coastal Ecuador Marine Wildlife\" href=\"https:\/\/marine.wildaid.org\/projects\/coastal-ecuador\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Animals found off the Ecuadorian Coast <\/a>include five species of sea turtles, 20 species of whales and dolphins, hammerhead and whale sharks, and the largest remaining population of oceanic manta rays in the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Birds along the Ecuadorian Coast<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Ecuador is one of the <strong>world\u2019s leading destinations for birdwatchers<\/strong> because of the existence of<strong> over 1,650 species<\/strong> in all colors, shapes, and sizes. You can find lots of different birds around the rocks and cliffs on the Ecuadorian Coast. The most famous to see are the blue-footed boobies, the red-footed boobies, the Nazca boobies, and the frigatebirds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Whale watching along the Ecuadorian Coast<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>During the months of <strong>June, July, August, and September<\/strong>, there is a great probability for you to see whales along the coast. Every year, after migrating more than 4,350 mi. from their feeding grounds in Antarctica, humpback whales choose the Ecuadorian coastal waters as their shelter <strong>to mate and give birth to their calves<\/strong>. If you happen to navigate in these waters, it is even easier to spot the whales and dolphins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full alignnone wp-image-22951\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/whale-ecuador-coast.jpg\" alt=\"Whale Watching Coastal Ecuador\" class=\"wp-image-43059\" style=\"object-fit:cover\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/whale-ecuador-coast.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/whale-ecuador-coast-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/whale-ecuador-coast-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/whale-ecuador-coast-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/whale-ecuador-coast-204x153.jpg 204w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/whale-ecuador-coast-945x709.jpg 945w, https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/whale-ecuador-coast-600x450.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Whale Watching Coastal Ecuador<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"best-family-owned-boutique-hotels-on-the-ecuadorian-coast\">Best family-owned boutique hotels on the Ecuadorian Coast<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>After all my trips to the Ecuadorian Coasts, there are a couple of <a title=\"Top 15 Luxury Hotels in Ecuador\" href=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/blog\/ecuador\/top-luxury-hotels-in-ecuador\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">luxury boutique hotels<\/a> I would recommend. All three of the following hotels are <strong>small-scale<\/strong> and <strong>located right on the beach<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Eolia Sustainable Design Hotel<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Las Tanusas<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Palmazul<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"family-travel-at-the-ecuadorian-coasts\">Family travel at the Ecuadorian Coasts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When <a title=\"Family Travel\" href=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/travel-styles\/family-travel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">traveling with (small) kids to Ecuadorian coasts<\/a> you can be sure that you will have a great time due to the <strong>long beautiful beaches<\/strong>, water activities, and the friendliness of the people. Make sure to take into account the travel distances and the temperatures. <strong>There aren&#8217;t that many large supermarkets<\/strong> or gas stations on the way for the bathroom stops. If you plan your family trip to Ecuador with the <a href=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/contact\/\" rel=\"\">destination experts of Rebecca Adventure Travel<\/a> you make sure that you have a once-in-a-lifetime holiday!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Eager to visit this amazing destination? For sure Coastal Ecuador will be an amazing option to relax and enjoy the local cuisine while connecting with nature and wildlife.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"f\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1769182723902\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">What is the best time to visit the Ecuadorian Pacific Coast?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The Ecuadorian coast is a year-round destination due to its proximity to the equator. The warm season (December to April) is ideal for those who prefer high temperatures and little wind, while the colder season (June to November) is better for water sports like kite surfing due to increased wind.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1769182728517\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">What are some of the main activities to do on the Ecuadorian coast?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The coast offers a variety of activities, including water sports like paddle boarding, surfing, and kayaking. You can also go hiking and birdwatching on Isla de la Plata, or go whale watching from June to September when humpback whales migrate. Other activities include exploring local towns and enjoying the famous cuisine of the Manab\u00ed province.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1769182729369\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">What are some popular destinations on the Ecuadorian Pacific Coast?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Popular destinations include Santa Marianita, known for its long beach and water sports; Ayangue, an authentic fisherman&#8217;s village for diving; Puerto Lopez, a departure point for Isla de La Plata; Olon, with one of the longest beaches; and Manta, a bustling city with shopping and cultural attractions.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1769182730454\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">What kind of wildlife can be seen along the Ecuadorian coast?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The coast is home to a diverse range of wildlife. You can see sea turtles, dolphins, whales (especially during whale-watching season from June to September), and various birds, including the blue-footed boobies on Isla de la Plata.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1769182731886\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Is there a recommended city for a beach vacation on the Ecuador coast?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Manta is considered the best beach city, offering a mix of beach activities, shopping at places like Mall del Pacifico, and access to local handicrafts in nearby Montecristi.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"further-reading\"><strong>Further Reading<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/blog\/other\/how-to-plan-family-trips\/\">Family Travel and Traveling with Friends: Why do it and How to Plan it<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a 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There are numerous beautiful beaches, lovely towns, and different cultures that are still unknown to many people. If you&#8217;re looking for Hidden Treasures in Ecuador, I highly recommend you visit the Ecuadorian Coast. It&#8217;s easy to reach the Coast by flying to Guayaquil or to [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":43043,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[440],"tags":[453],"class_list":["post-22650","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-ecuador","tag-informative-facts"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/22650","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=22650"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/22650\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":52734,"href":"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/22650\/revisions\/52734"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/43043"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=22650"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=22650"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rebeccaadventuretravel.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=22650"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}