Twelve Hummingbirds Andes Retreat
Description
Twelve Hummingbirds Andes Retreat is a peaceful mountain escape in Paute, Ecuador, set along Avenida Chicti a y Vía Dug dug Km 4.5. Surrounded by the Andes, the property offers a quiet setting for guests looking to slow down, enjoy nature, and spend time in a thoughtfully designed retreat environment.
Guests mention a mix of comfortable accommodations, spa experiences, and wellness spaces, including a yoga studio and areas for meditation and water therapy. The retreat also features walking trails with mountain views, and the on-site restaurant serves vegetarian meals made with locally grown ingredients. The atmosphere is described as warm, attentive, and closely connected to the landscape and local surroundings.
Visitors can expect a setting that combines natural beauty with practical comforts, from private casitas and mountain-facing balconies to a calm, restorative pace throughout the property. With its 24-hour availability every day of the week, Twelve Hummingbirds Andes Retreat can suit both short stays and longer wellness-focused visits.
Place Information
Address
Avenida Chicti a y Vía Dug dug Km 4.5, 010150 Paute, Ecuador, Paute
City
Paute
Country
Ecuador
Location
Rooms & Accommodation
Standard Room
Twelve Hummingbirds's upscale version of a finished "container space", this unique cottage is nestled into the mountain with just the perfect touch of magic and local indigenous celebration. With vast views, wake up to the Prayer Flags waving hello, step outside and breathe the pure eucalyptus infused air, as your heart remembers our Mother Gaia at her very best! This uniquely appointed space is centrally located on the main campus. With quick access to the front desk and Avesa Spa, yet private enough to feel as if you are the only one in residence! Guests of either the Casa Cañari or the Peace House have exclusive access to the rooftop terrace of Casa Cañari. A wondrous space to create, dream, vision and say YES to your best life! Imagine the possibilities!
Merlin's Cottage
Upon entering this beautiful suite, the lovely living area greets you with the magic of Merlin, the namesake of the cottage. Cozy chairs, espresso service, coffee & tea bar, and table/chairs for enjoying the views! All this awaits you along with a fireplace heater to add to the charm. Equipped with a top-quality queen bed and 2 twin pull out sofa beds, there is room for up to four people. The beautiful modern bathroom with a large tub is an addition to the original structure constructed to compliment the history! Open the door to a breathtaking view of the Andes Mountains and enjoy the large patio as you sink into the magic of you!
Ganesha Amethyst Room
Imagine an elegant hostel for those who enjoy meeting others without compromising anything! The Ganesha Community House was custom designed by Sri Ram Kaa with a keen sense of the use of space to comfortably accommodate up to seven persons without feeling cramped! The Amethyst Room offers two comfortable single beds and a shared bathroom. The spacious shared living includes a coffee/tea bar with electric hot water kettle and all condiments, a mini refrigerator and an electric massage chair. The outside patio offers additional space to relax, connect and watch the sunrise or sunset with presence! Enjoy 2 comfortable single beds. Spacious shared living room with electric massage chair. Coffee and Tea bar. Mini Refrigerator. Patio with amazing view. NOTE: A favorite gathering space for many resident guests, this space is reserved by the bed! To facilitate a greater sense of spaciousness this casita has two separate showers, two separate sinks, and two separate toilet areas so that your comfort is always a priority while you enjoy the gift of connecting with other visitors. This room is adapted for people with disabilities.
Los Compadres Suite A
Compadres suites were built to honor the Compadres Mountains that majestically stand as guardians of Twelve Hummingbirds. These two identical suites are our finest accommodations. Begin with your Queen sized Tempur-foam bed with Egyptian Cotton Sheets and upgraded bathroom amenities. Your private bathroom includes a lovely tub. And your perfectly appointed bed invites gentle cozy mornings with a cup of fresh brewed organic coffee with stunning views of the mountains! Each suite has its own patio for sunset views that you will remember forever. Perhaps a glass of wine to go with that?
Los Compadres Suite B
Compadres suites were built to honor the Compadres Mountains that majestically stand as guardians of Twelve Hummingbirds Retreat. These two identical suites are our finest accommodations. Begin with your Queen sized Tempur-foam bed with Egyptian Cotton Sheets and upgraded bathroom amenities. Your private bathroom includes a lovely tub and your perfectly appointed bed invites gentle cozy mornings with a cup of fresh brewed organic coffee with stunning views of the mountains! Each suite has its own patio for sunset views that you will remember forever. Perhaps a glass of wine to go with that? Note: Any additional persons are $50/night extra.
Ganesha Gold Room
Imagine an elegant hostel for those who enjoy meeting others without compromising anything! The Ganesha community house was custom designed by Sri Ram Kaa with a keen sense of the use of space to comfortably accommodate up to six persons without feeling cramped! The Gold Room offers an en suite for more privacy. The spacious shared living includes a coffee/tea bar with electric hot water kettle and all condiments, a mini refrigerator and an electric massage chair. The outside patio offers additional space to relax, connect and watch the sunrise or sunset with presence! Enjoy 2 comfortable single beds. Features include a private bathroom en suite, spacious shared living room with electric massage chair, coffee and tea bar, mini refrigerator, and patio with amazing view.
Garden Cottage
This beautiful casita is named the Garden Cottage because of its proximity to our organic vegetable gardens and coffee orchard! This casita has stunning views of the Inter-Andean valley, one queen bed, and one twin bed, organic coffee & tea bar, a fully-equipped modern bathroom, and closest access to our Water Therapy Center and meditation caves! Amenities include a terrace, bathroom in the room, view, clothes rack, trash cans, pool towels, wardrobe or closet, electric kettle, heating, private entrance, safety deposit box, tile/marble floor, cleaning products, mosquito net, fire extinguisher.
Contact Information
Address
Avenida Chicti a y Vía Dug dug Km 4.5, 010150 Paute, Ecuador, Paute