Location & Arrival Guide
Hostería Balcones del Paraíso is located in the parish of Ulba, officially recognized as the "Gastronomic Destination of Baños de Agua Santa." We are situated in a privileged natural environment between the Ulba and Pastaza rivers, just 4 km from the city center (approximately 7 minutes by vehicle).
Local Transfer (From Baños Bus Terminal)
Upon arrival at the Baños Bus Terminal, the most convenient option is to take a local taxi. The fare is approximately $2.50 to $3.00, and the trip takes about 7 to 10 minutes.
Instruction for the driver:
"To Ulba Parish, Barrio Lligñay, past the bridge, behind the sports court (atrás de la cancha deportiva)."
📍 Exact Address & Directions
Barrio Lligñay, behind the sports court, Ulba Parish.
By foot: From the Ulba Bridge (main entrance to the parish), follow the signposted route. We are located just a 5-minute walk from the bridge.
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DIGITAL ROUTE MAP
🚗 From Guayaquil
Route: Guayaquil - Durán - El Triunfo - Bucay - Pallatanga - Riobamba - Ambato - Baños.
Distance: 300 km | Driving time: 5 hours.
Save 30 mins with these shortcuts:
- Turn right at the Maria Diocelina restaurant (via Mocha - Pelileo).
- Take the Riobamba - Penipe - Cotaló - Baños road.
🚌 By Bus (Guayaquil Terminal)
Ticket Price: $13.00
Regular departures. Recommended overnight shifts:
- 11:00 PM and 11:55 PM.
🚗 From Quito
Route: Pifo - Redondel del Colibrí - Amaguaña - Tambillo - Alóag - Latacunga - Salcedo - Ambato - Baños.
Distance: 200 km | Driving time: 3 hours.
🚌 By Bus (Quitumbe Terminal)
Ticket Price: $5.30
- Transportes Amazonas: Every 20 min (6:20 AM - 8:30 PM).
- Transportes Baños: Every 30 min (4:00 AM - 6:50 PM).
Estimated travel time by bus: 3h 15 min.
