We had to pay for early check-in although room was ready also no help to get to the room which was a bit cumbersome

Beautiful room and hotel

Stayed in June 2025

This is a paradise in the cloud forests!!!!!!!! Unforgettable memories from this wonderful place. It is a very authentic, luxury stay! I had a superior room with amazing view and a big terrace. I was in heaven! Rooms are very big, comfortable, modern, clean! Honestly, the stay is better than the pictures! Thank you so much Esther and Vicky! They answered hundreds of my questions prior to arrival! They can organize a private transfer and excursions. Esther did a private bird watching tour for me early in the morning. That was an amazing experience! Lodge serves delicious breakfasts! They arranged a late check in for me and prepared a tasty dinner that was already waiting for me when I arrived (the kitchen was already closed at that time). They also accommodated my early morning check out (it was 5 am!!!!!!!), they prepared coffee for me and my driver who was picking me up. So thoughtful! Thank you so much! Wonderful customer service and I highly recommend this place!

Stayed in June 2025

The bathroom window was not closable, so it got a little chilly.

The location for birdwatching, and the physical environment of this facility, is amazing. Though it is far from civilization (the town of Mindo is about a 10-minute drive from the inn), the environment more than makes up for it. We had two separate rooms (my adult son and I), located separate from the main house. It had a beautiful covered veranda where you could watch the birdlife, or just relax.

Stayed in January 2025

We read that the service was great before coming and they still managed to surprise us in happy ways. We felt very well taken care of, they even got us bug spray when we had foolishly left ours at home. The meals were delicious and the staff was very accommodating. The setting naturally brings in such variety of birds we felt like we were on a perpetual bird tour just from our villa and eating meals on the patio.

Stayed in March 2025

We loved everything, there was a power cut during our stay but we still had a lovely dinner by the fire with candles for lighting. It rained a lot but just come prepared and it doesn’t matter.

The location is fabulous, right in the cloud forest with so many birds to see directly from the room or when having breakfast or dinner (especially the beautiful hummingbirds). We took a bird watching tour with Esther which was wonderful, she’s extremely knowledgeable and took some great photos that she shared with us. Taxi to town is cheap and easy but you can also have dinner at the lodge which I highly recommend. Breakfast is also very good. Bed is super comfortable and we loved our terrace with hot tub. We also walked up to the terebita ride across the gorge and walked to the waterfalls, was a very rainy day but still an enjoyable morning.

Stayed in December 2024

Very knowledgeable bird watching guide. Best breakfast we had in Ecuador.

Stayed in October 2024

Yes very good

Stayed in September 2024

I loved the simplicity of the place it was everything i needed, very clean very well built felt very safe, but most importantly the staff they gave me better service than any five star resort i’ve ever been to.

The pictures do not do this place justice it was absolutely beautiful. The scenery was straight out of a movie.

Stayed in September 2024

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+ one of the best breakfasts & views we ever enjoyed + very good home made dinner options + very friendly staff + comfy beds + location & view to into nature + good working WiFi

Stayed in September 2024

I am an older person so require brighter lighting. There was not enough water pressure for a thorough shower.

The breakfast was high protein, healthy and delicious—an authentic setting in the midst of nature. Our hostess was superb: hospitable, knowledgeable, and attentive. I found that the staff were delightful and I felt completely at home. The latter point is not common.

Stayed in August 2024

There’s nothing we didn’t like.

We liked that it was in the middle of the forest so we could be surrounded by nature and got to see lots of hummingbirds and other beautiful birds.

Stayed in August 2024

Well, it is a forest.. so mosquito repellent is in order (you must know this..).

Simply put: Is this your first time in Mindo? Are you a bird watching lover? Do you like to feel at home when you travel? Do you appreciate a wonderful breakfast surrounded by humming birds? (I mean .. the scones are to die for!!!) Do you like the best tips and tricks about Mindo? Then come to Casa de Vista Alta and enjoy a wonderful time ❤️

Stayed in August 2024

The shower could’ve use a quick clean before arrival. Would be nice if the windows in the bathroom stayed shut to keep mosquitoes from coming in.

The location and view is excellent. Esther, the birding guide, is very knowledgeable and speaks great English. Staff was attentive and breakfast was excellent.

Stayed in June 2024

Loved watching all the birds at breakfast. Hummingbird feeder as well as a pole with branches and fruit for parrots, toucans, etc.

Stayed in June 2024

we loved the location - very close to all the waterfalls and hiking.

Stayed in February 2024

This little hotel is family run and they do an absolutely great job. We were welcomed by a staff member & shown to our rooms which were very beautiful & clean We then ate supper there which was very tasty. A beautiful view as well. We had a birding adventure in the am but coffee was available & they waited until we arrived back to serve us a decadent breakfast

Stayed in January 2024

Very comfortable room with a beautiful view in the most perfect location to enjoy to cloud forest. The staff was very helpful and attentive. Casa de Vista Alta was definitely a highlight of my trip to Ecuador

Stayed in January 2024

Fun, cool, slightly rustic inn. Very good service, well run. surprisingly good food. Very relaxing place to stay. Thoughtful innkeeper (local leader). A bit out of town but not inconvenient. Also a pleasant place to hang out when it rains...

Stayed in December 2023

This place is so beautiful and special. Surrounded by nature and very peaceful, perfect for a getaway and relaxation. Staff is very friendly and helpful. Definitely coming back to Casa de Vista Alta

Stayed in December 2023

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The breakfast and all of the food was delicious and prepared fresh to order.

Stayed in October 2023

Due to the location in the cloud forest, it is humid and a bit buggy—an improvement could be more air flow by adding indoor/outdoor ceiling fans in the main area and in the rooms/deck area, as well as more window screens. Overall however, it was an excellent property that we would highly recommend!

Beautiful location in the cloud forest a few miles above the town of Mindo. We stayed in the upper level of the Canopy treehouse, which was a perfect combination of a quiet retreat with the birds and surrounded by an incredible view of nature. We enjoyed the walk to and from the main house that made us feel we had our own special nature getaway. The staff was friendly, with a notable call out to Jhon who was exceptionally attentive and Aracely who made the most delicious meals every day. We will always fondly remember this special week in the cloud forest with Casa Vista de Alta!

Stayed in September 2023

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We were so pleased with our hotel experience. We stayed at the canopy house which was amazing. The view from the room of the Andean cloud forestthe outdoor jacuzzi, waking up to birdsong. The fresh breakfast was amazing, but so were all of the meals. The staff was very friendly. They happily entertained my 10 year old birder educating him about the local birds. Really kind, good people. We almost didn’t want to leave the hotel room because of the wonderful access to birdwatching. We loved our experience.

Stayed in August 2023

May be breakfast can be different every day

Cleanliness, amazing customer service

Stayed in July 2023

Fantastic view and the staff are excellent. The breakfast and the food were delicious.

Stayed in May 2023