Ruta del Sol Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

The streets of Montanita. You can find all kinds of knick knacks here, even a hat made from coconut husks! There are also vendors selling all kinds of juices made from fresh fruit like guava, passionfruit, and mangoes. Over on the beach, there are places you can either take a surf lesson, or rent a surfboard and give yourself lessons for less than $10/hour! #market
The streets of Montanita. You can find all kinds of knick knacks here, even a hat made from coconut husks! There are also vendors selling all kinds of juices made from fresh fruit like guava, passionfruit, and mangoes. Over on the beach, there are places you can either take a surf lesson, or rent a surfboard and give yourself lessons for less than $10/hour! #market
Selling ice creams in the beach, Salinas, Ecuador
We enjoyed watching the fisherman at work on this lovely #beach. 

However, if you go out in the water make sure you shuffle your feet to avoid stepping on a stingray! My friend learned this lesson the painful way.
#LifeAtExpedia Montañita Beach

Where to stay in Ruta del Sol

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Santa Marianita

When in Santa Marianita, you can plan a visit to Mall del Pacífico and Manta Port, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Santa Marianita
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Las Vegas

While Las Vegas isn't home to many top sights, Playita Mía Artisanal Shipyard and Manabí Fisherman Statue are some notable places to visit nearby.

Las Vegas
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Barbasquillo

While visiting Barbasquillo, you might make a stop by sights like Plaza La Quadra and Umiña Tennis Club.

Barbasquillo
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Parroquia Tarqui

While visiting Parroquia Tarqui, you might make a stop by sights like Manabí Fisherman Statue and Playita Mía Fish Market.

Parroquia Tarqui
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Ciudadela Universitaria

Though Ciudadela Universitaria may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mall del Pacífico and Murciélago Beach.

Ciudadela Universitaria
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Parroquia Los Esteros

While Parroquia Los Esteros may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Manta Port and Mall del Pacífico.

Parroquia Los Esteros
Oro Verde Manta

Oro Verde Manta

4.5 out of 5
Calle 23, Av. Malecon Manta Manabi
The price is AU$205 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
AU$205
8 Feb - 9 Feb
Stay at this luxury hotel in Manta. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (674 reviews)
Great clean room. Check in staff very friendly and courteous. Bell boy brought luggage to room. Room service was great and chocolate covered strawberries with bowl of assorted nuts was just perfect. Breakfast was included and was out of this world with variety and quality!!! This is my second time ...

Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025

Oro Verde Manta
Royal Decameron Punta Centinela

Royal Decameron Punta Centinela

3.5 out of 5
Km 10 1/2 via Salinas, Manglar Alto Santa Elena Santa Elena
Stay at this beach hotel in Santa Elena. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Punta Barandua and Punta Blanca Beach are ...
7.6/10 Good! (88 reviews)
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Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025

Royal Decameron Punta Centinela
Wyndham Manta Sail Plaza Hotel & Convention Center

Wyndham Manta Sail Plaza Hotel & Convention Center

4.5 out of 5
Via Barbasquillo junto a Mykonos Manta Manabi
The price is AU$204 per night from 12 Feb to 13 Feb
AU$204
12 Feb - 13 Feb
Stay at this luxury hotel in Manta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Plaza La Quadra and Umiña Tennis Club are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (361 reviews)
Beautiful hotel clean and the staff are very friendly the food was great we had a great time with our family ☺️

Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025

Wyndham Manta Sail Plaza Hotel & Convention Center
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
La Casa de Pio Pio

La Casa de Pio Pio

3 out of 5
Ruta del Spondylus No. 16 Manglaralto Santa Elena
Stay at this beach holiday home in Manglaralto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Montañita Beach and Olon Beach are located ...
La Casa de Pio Pio
Puerto Madera Apartamentos

Puerto Madera Apartamentos

3.5 out of 5
Los Gavilanes Manta Manabí
Stay at this apartment in Manta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Umiña Tennis Club and Plaza La Quadra are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2 reviews)
The shower was either too hot or too cold.

Reviewed on 25 July 2025

Puerto Madera Apartamentos
Departamento al pie del mar

Departamento al pie del mar

La Libertad EC Santa Elena
Stay at this apartment in La Libertad. Enjoy balconies and air conditioning. Popular attractions El Paseo Shopping La Peninsula and Parque Marino Valdivia are ...
Departamento al pie del mar
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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