All great! Food, owners, view and rooms. Very caring and kind

Stayed in March 2025

Far from town and difficult to get to.

Very cozy homestead, with an incredible view away from the noise. Lots of flora and fauna, and the hosts were very warm and welcoming.

Stayed in April 2025

I liked Betina and her husband. I liked all the animals who live there. The food they cooked was amazing and I took a walk with the llamas which I loved. For me the problem was location as you need a special taxi to go up there and it’s 5 dollars but if you don’t mind walking it’s so peaceful and beautiful up there.

Stayed in April 2025

Keep in mind that those lovely views require a little hike to get there! It is possible to walk from the town but it is steep, A 4 x 4 is required to reach Casa Amarilla, normal cars or taxi's will reach there.

Thank you Darwin and Bettina for a wonderful stay, we really felt like we were at home! The hosts were so helpful and made sure we had everything we needed! The view is AMAZING, you can see the whole town so is a great location if you want to be away from the hustle of the town but not too far away! The rooms are comfortable and large and the breakfast was good, they accommodated for vegan needs also! A lovely homely feel with lovely views!

Stayed in April 2025

I still need a railing on the stairs at the top of the road!

You can’t beat the views!

Stayed in February 2025

There are steps that are at the top of the hill going to the hostel. I really wish they had a handrail. But, I’m old!

Breakfast is always fresh and healthy with hot bread. The views can’t be beat and Bettina and Darwin are amazing hosts. Darwin is a great chef!

Stayed in February 2025

There’s nothing wrong, but be prepared for the access if you’re driving. The first time can be a bit tricky, but once you figure it out, it’s no problem at all.

A very unique place with amazing views of Baños. The owners are fantastic and happy to offer advice on what to visit. They have a beautiful garden with animals and chickens, and if you ask, they can even prepare traditional cuy! They speak English, German and Spanish.

Stayed in January 2025

great stay

Location, attentive host, tasty breakfast and easy to arrange tours

Stayed in November 2024

The hill was not a problem as transport was always available with fast responses.

Hosts Darwin and Bettina were very accommodating helpful and friendly providing advice and history of the area. Bettinas breakfasts were delicious with fresh home made bread each morning and Darwins dinners were tasty and fabulous. The view is incredible looking down on township of Banos and nestled amongst the Andes mountains. The garden and animals were a delight to see living sustainably. Loved everything.

Stayed in September 2024

We had a lovely stay with Bettina and Darwin. They made us feel really at home and told us a lot about life in Ecuador and the beautiful surroundings of Banos. Breakfast with the freshly made "Hefezopf" and dinner with local treats were great, too, and we really enjoyed the view over the valley.

Stayed in May 2024

The place is unique and has a wonderful view. The staff is very friendly so I recommend this place for any solo traveler or family.

Stayed in March 2024

Casa Amarilla is beautifully located on the hillside with a stunning view of Baños. City center is just a 15 minute walk away. But what was most exceptional about our stay was the staff. Bettina and Darwin are the loveliest people I’ve met in a long time, they go above and beyond to help you with every question and are also just fun to talk to and spend time with. 10/10 I would recommend anyone to go stay here when you are going to Baños. Also speak fluent English.

Stayed in February 2024

La Casa Amarilla is a wonderful, homey, scenic stay! Bettina and Darwin are wonderful hosts, and we felt incredibly welcome! Bettina is very responsive (and fluent in many languages!) and an amazing cook. Fresh fruit, coffee, eggs, and freshly baked bread and homemade jam for breakfast? An absolute dream! Darwin also offers many tour options in Baños so if you’re staying here, leave some room in your itinerary for these adventures. We would definitely stay here again!

Stayed in February 2024

Amazing write quiet location just out of the main town.

Stayed in December 2023

Admittedly, it is a huge hike to get there. However- That is very much part of the amazing charm. This is not a place to stay if you cannot walk up the side of a mountain.

It is like being home. Everything is so lovely and comfortable. It is a great place for a family.

Stayed in November 2023

Hill to the road

Views, hosts, animals, plants. Iconic Ecuadorian experience.

Stayed in September 2023

The view is just stunning and the Landlady very welcoming and helpful

Stayed in July 2023

There was no wi-fi, and despite having a jacuzzi, it was not working.

Quiet mountain location with lovely views of the city. Extremely friendly owners who cooked meals to order.

Stayed in June 2023

It is a walk uphill but we like walking and the view makes is worthwhile. You can have delicious dinner at Casa Amarilla so if you don’t wanna walk you can stay and eat there.

Betina and Darwin are such nice people! They had great recommendations what to do. And we went on a daytour with Darwin which was really interesting and fun. The food is delicious. The room spacious and clean. And the view is amazing!

Stayed in May 2023

Staff is very nice… You have an amazing view up there 😊

Stayed in April 2023

breakfast with a view, warm and kind owners, comfortable rooms

Stayed in April 2023

nothing

super view, amazing family, you instantly feel at home, the pets are so friendly and there is even some lama’s! thank you so much for the exceptional hospitality, see you soon

Stayed in April 2023

Staff amazing and the place itself !

Stayed in April 2023

There was nothing we didn’t like. Maybe we wouldn’t recommend the place to people you dont like pets and the tours of Darwin are maybe more for thrill seekers than for retiered couples. However these things are not really negative and probably could be arranged if asked for.

It is hard to say what we enjoyed most at the wonderful casa amarilla! We felt at home and part of the host family. Bettina is a caring and attentive host and prepares a great breakfast with freshly grinded coffee and homemade bread. Darwin cooks wonderful meals (try the gui!) and can take you to almost too adventurous tours to the surrounding cloud forest. The tranquillity of the place is superb as there is no tarred road access (the host family can arrange transport by horse or 4x4 for a small fee - ask in advance) and the casa is surrounded by a wonderful garden with animals (lamas, guis, chicken, rabbits, 3 cats, 2 dogs). The two sons of the family are very entertaining and super cute. The view over Baños is especially beautiful at night and has to be eared if you choose to hike up (ca. 15’ from town and some drops of sweat). I dont think it is too far fetched to say that the stay at the casa amarilla will be a top highlight of our trip to Ecuador.

Stayed in February 2023