Bellavista Travel Guide

Quito

Bellavista which includes forest scenes and rainforest
Bellavista
Bellavista featuring rainforest and forests
Bellavista showing rainforest
Bellavista featuring forests

Hike along nature trails, spot colorful orchids, discover secluded waterfalls or simply relax in a hammock while listening to the sweet sound of birdsong.

See native birdlife and exotic trees, hike to hidden waterfalls, experience gourmet dining or unwind amid the captivating scenery at Bellavista, a cloud forest reserve. Set atop Ecuador’s Tandayapa Valley, Bellavista is spread over approximately 1,750 acres (700 hectares) of enchanting tropical cloud forests and verdant mountain slopes.

Explore over 20 hiking trails with knowledgeable and bilingual guides. The Field Trail presents spectacular views of the Tandayapa Valley while the Ridge Trail passes through thick bamboo forest to a stunning viewpoint. Visit isolated waterfalls on the Discovery Falls Trail and Stream Trail or bushwhack your way through the Valley of the Mist. Marvel as the sun’s rays cast a mystical light over the reserve and keep watch for a profusion of botanical delights such as bromeliads and orchids.   

Bellavista Cloud Forest Reserve is a wildlife lover’s paradise and provides a natural habitat for over 300 bird species. The Antpitta Trail and Ocellated Tapaculo Trail are great for birding. Spot beautiful jay, plate-billed mountain toucan and tanager finch, among others. You might also see pumas, Andean coatis and the endangered spectacled bear. 

Visit the reserve on daytrips or stay overnight at its eco-lodge, which has accommodation to suit all budgets. Wake up to the sound of birds fluttering overhead as you recline in a hammock. Enjoy Ecuadorian cuisine at a restaurant set inside the Dome, a multi-level geodesic glass dome. Sit and watch a multitude of hummingbirds from the dome’s viewpoints.

Bellavista Cloud Forest Reserve presents an ideal combination of adventure, ecotourism and relaxation. Situated close to the equator and a 90-minute drive from Quito, the reserve’s mild climate makes it a great year-round destination. Combine your visit with other nearby natural wonders. Zip line over a cloud forest canopy at Mindo Forest Reserve, spot exotic birds at Refugio Paz de Aves and ride on horseback through the Pululahua Geobotanical Reserve.


Popular places to visit


Top hotels in Bellavista

Hampton By Hilton Quito La Carolina Park

Hampton By Hilton Quito La Carolina Park

3 out of 5
Catalina Aldaz St. N34 267, Quito
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹6,333 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
₹6,333
₹6,333 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Quito. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (228 reviews)
"Compact rooms but super clean and comfy! The staff were really friendly and it's in a very central location."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025

Hampton By Hilton Quito La Carolina Park
GO Quito Hotel

GO Quito Hotel

5 out of 5
Eloy Alfaro n34-151 y Catalina Aldaz 150, Quito, Pichincha
The price is ₹14,398 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
₹14,398
₹18,235 total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Quito. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Botanical Garden of Quito and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (108 reviews)
"Best service by thr staff"

Reviewed on 8 Jun 2025

GO Quito Hotel
Hotel Bellavista Quito

Hotel Bellavista Quito

3 out of 5
Pasaje Lafayette N32-51 Y Bosmediano, a dos Cuadras Ecuavisa Canal Ocho, Quito, Pichincha
The price is ₹3,691 per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
₹3,691
₹4,351 total
24 Jul - 25 Jul
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Quito. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Chapel of Man and Guayasamin Museum ...
8/10 Very Good! (64 reviews)
"The property was very nice but it was located on a hill so it was a little hike to get anywhere"

Reviewed on 21 May 2025

Hotel Bellavista Quito
Wyndham Quito Airport

Wyndham Quito Airport

5 out of 5
Parroquia Tababela S/N Via Yaruqui, Aeropuerto Mariscal Sucre, Tababela, Pichincha
The price is ₹11,228 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
₹11,228
₹12,588 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Tababela. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,125 reviews)
"The hotel is located practically at the airport. Hassle-free pick-up from the terminal and also at departures. Compared to other hotels in South America, the breakfast is very generous and varied. The pool is small, but perfect for relaxing after a long flight. Very friendly service, both in the ..."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Wyndham Quito Airport
Holiday Inn Quito Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Quito Airport by IHG

4 out of 5
Solar Numero 4, Barrio Santa Rosa, Calle conector Alpachaca y calle Cotopax, Tababela, Quito
The price is ₹8,378 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
₹8,378
₹8,507 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Tababela. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (995 reviews)
"Everything was great with the exception of the hot tub was not hot. It was like bathtub water. Would stay there again though."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Holiday Inn Quito Airport by IHG
ibis Quito

ibis Quito

3 out of 5
Avenida Diego De Almagro E8 19, Y Bello Horizonte, Quito
The price is ₹3,973 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
₹3,973
₹3,973 total
8 Aug - 9 Aug
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Quito. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (472 reviews)
"Very clean and professional."

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025

ibis Quito
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Other neighbourhoods around Bellavista

Quito

Iñaquito

If you're spending time in Iñaquito, check out sights like Atahualpa Olympic Stadium or Quicentro Shopping and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Iñaquito Station or Carolina Station.

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Financial District

You'll enjoy the restaurants and parks in Financial District. You might want to make time for a stop at Atahualpa Olympic Stadium or Guangüiltagua Metropolitan Park.

Financial District
La Carolina featuring a park and a pond

La Carolina

Travellers choose La Carolina for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Carolina Station or Iñaquito Station and check out top sights like El Jardin Mall.

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Gonzalez Suarez

4/5(1 area review)

While Gonzalez Suarez isn't home to many top sights, El Jardin Mall and Foch Square are some notable places to visit nearby.

Gonzalez Suarez
Guapulo which includes street scenes

Guapulo

Guapulo is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Sanctuary of El Guápulo and Statue of Francisco de Orellana.

Guapulo
Guapulo featuring a castle

Itchimbia

While you're in Itchimbia, take in top sights like General Rumiñahui Coliseum or House of Ecuadorian Culture, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at El Ejido Station or La Alameda Station.

Itchimbia

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