Hacienda Zuleta

Dating from the late XVI century, Hacienda Zuleta lies in the spectacular Andean highlands at 9,600 feet (2,800 meters) above the sea level, and only two hours north of Quito. Zuleta is a colonial working farm of 4,000 acres that has belonged to the family of Mr. Galo Plaza Lasso, a former president of Ecuador, for more than 100 years. The hacienda has 14 beautifully decorated bedrooms, all with their own fire place. Antique gardens along with cozy living and reading rooms offer a peaceful atmosphere. At Zuleta you are a guest of the family and you are welcomed as such. You will be invited to relax at your leisure in the cosy reading and living rooms, which have entertained their own entourage of famous visitors including past presidents and dignitaries. Delicious homemade Ecuadorian cuisine among other types of gastronomic adventures are offered daily, prepared with organic vegetables, trout and dairy products all produced on the Hacienda.