Historic Hacienda Pinsaqui
In the heart of Ecuador's lake district, Hacienda Pinsaquí, rich with centuries of history, invites you to become part of its magic, tradition, romance and legends.
Hacienda Pinsaquí is ideally situated at the base of Imbabura Volcano, just north of the world-famous Otavalo market, and only an hour-and-a-half from Quito, Ecuador's charming capital. Its location also allows effortless access to the region's many attractions: the lakes of San Pablo, Cuicocha and Mojanda, as well as the white colonial city of Ibarra and local handicraft villages like Cotacachi.
Hacienda Pinsaqui, which has 20 guest rooms and a succession of baronial sitting and dining rooms surrounded by gardens that have been cultivated for two centuries. The house, a sprawl of Spanish colonial buildings, terraces and walkways, has been in the same horse-loving family for five generations and is studded with equestrian trophies and photos.
Pinsaquí’s history stretches back over three centuries. Constructed in 1790, Hacienda Pinsaquí was originally a colonial textile enterprise, employing over one thousand weavers and spinners. Many of Pinsaquí’s fabrics were exported to the United States in the late 1800s where they first received international recognition. To this day, the Hacienda retains the character and authenticity of its earlier incarnation, making for a unique travel experience.
Over the centuries Pinsaquí has hosted numerous illustrious guests. Most famous of all is General Simón Bolívar, the revered liberator of Ecuador, who often spent the night at the hacienda on his trips to and from Bogotá, Colombia. Later in the nineteenth century, hacienda’s walls witnessed the "Treaty of Pinsaquí ," an historic peace agreement between Colombia and Ecuador.
Our unique hacienda makes an ideal base. Whether you are looking for outdoor pursuits, relaxation, antiques, handicrafts, and whether you are single, a couple or a family, we guarantee that a few days in our company will make your stay in Ecuador unforgettable.