Accommodations, practical information, sightseeing, tours, photos, and more resources for this market town famed for textiles
Located within easy driving distance two hours north of Quito, many day trips are available, but it's better to allow several days to see not only the famous market in Otavalo, but to visit the nearby villages, where villages follow an ancient craft and supply many of the textiles sold in their own markets as well as in Otavalo. The spring-like climate makes this an all-season destination, but the warmest months are July - September.
Home of one of the most famous markets in South America, Otavalo is also the site of the Fiesta del Yamor, a two-week celebration of thanksgiving at the second annual equinox.
Otavalo market is known for its textiles, handcrafts, arts, animal and food and produce markets. It is a favored destination, about two hours from Quito
Adobe cottages, activities, tours to Otavalo and surrounding areas from this ecologically oriented inn and farm located three miles from Otavalo.
Colonial hotel in downtown Otavalo offers charm and convenience.
Small inn, blocks away from the famous market, offers information about Otavalo, photos, tips on what to do and see.
Imbabura, the province of lakes and mountains, of inspiring landscapes and folklore and the site of Otavalo.
Las Palmeras Inn is a bed and breakfast inn, in a "150 year-old hacienda, with its towering palm trees and garden cottages with roaring log - fires, is tucked in a lush mountain valley less than two hours north of Quito, Ecuador."
Two and three day tours from Gate of the Sun.
Photo shows traditional clothing.
Photos of the markets, scenery, animals and people.
History, culture, weaving, indigenous movements and more about Ecuador.
Background, culture, attractions, lodgings, restaurants and photos.
Otavalo's beauty lies in its people, the Otavaleņo Indians, and their market, undoubtedly one of the most important and spectacular in all of Latin America.
Article about Poncho Square, Plaza de Ponchos, with pros and cons and effect on Otavalo.
