San Pablo del Lago

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A courtyard with a fountain, tiled roof, and potted plants.
A lakeside view with mountains in the background, a dock, and a building with a tiled roof.
A lake surrounded by mountains, a town in the foreground, and a partly cloudy sky.
A mountain with a sunset, traditional buildings with red flowers, and a bench in a garden.
A lake with a mountain in the background and swings over the water.
Hostería Cabañas del Lago

Hostería Cabañas del Lago

3.5 out of 5
Orillas del Lago San Pablo San Pablo del Lago Imbabura
$134 nightly
The price is $147 total per night from Sep 23 to Sep 24
$147 total
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Book a stay at this family-friendly inn in San Pablo del Lago. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a marina. Popular attractions Araque Water Park and Lago San ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (155 reviews)
"las actividades en el lago son exelentes la infraestructura en exelentes condiciones"

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2026

Hostería Cabañas del Lago
Hacienda Cusin

Hacienda Cusin

3.5 out of 5
Calle Chiriboga San Pablo del Lago Imbabura
$156 nightly
The price is $171 total per night from Oct 4 to Oct 5
$171 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in San Pablo del Lago. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Araque Water Park and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (25 reviews)
"What a marvelous experience if you’re seeking a historic connection. Staff were very hospitable and helpful. The restaurant is excellent. I enjoyed my self-tour of the adjacent monastery that is part of Cusin. No heat but no problem given fireplaces and hot water bottles. Took in the Saturday market ..."

Reviewed on Sep 9, 2026

Hacienda Cusin
Green House Araque Inn

Green House Araque Inn

2.5 out of 5
Calle 24 de junio, off Gran Colombia San Pablo del Lago Imbabura
$32 nightly
The price is $32 total per night from Sep 22 to Sep 23
$32 total
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Book a stay at this family-friendly guesthouse in San Pablo del Lago. Enjoy free WiFi, free water park access, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
"Muy lindo, limpio y tranquilo seguro volveremos, la atención y amabilidad de Patricio excelente, recomendado 100%"

Reviewed on Apr 19, 2026

Green House Araque Inn
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Apartment at "Casa de Luis" with lake & mountains view near Otavalo

Apartment at "Casa de Luis" with lake & mountains view near Otavalo

Otavalo Provincia de Imbabura
Stay at this apartment in San Pablo del Lago. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Araque Water Park and Lago San Pablo ...
10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
"Friendly staff and cozy place for family trío! Lots of things to do around, especially San Pablo lake boat trip was incredible and local leyends are engaging. Highly recommended!"

Reviewed on Sep 14, 2025

Apartment at "Casa de Luis" with lake & mountains view near Otavalo
Palumbo Glamping & Villas

Palumbo Glamping & Villas

3 out of 5
Via Cuniburo Cangahua Pichincha
Book a stay at this spa villa in Cangahua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attraction Cayambe Central Park is located nearby.
Palumbo Glamping & Villas
Chalet, Cottage=KaleraLodge

Chalet, Cottage=KaleraLodge

Imbabura Imbabura
Stay at this chalet in Cotacachi. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Cotocachi Cultural Museum and Condor Park are located ...
Chalet, Cottage=KaleraLodge
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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.

Stay near popular San Pablo del Lago attractions

Araque Water Park

9.0/10 (7 reviews)
Enjoy an outing to Araque Water Park during your stay in San Pablo del Lago.
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Things to do

Indigenous Otavala

Full Day Otavalo Indigenous Market from Quito

$90
per adult
Full Day Otavalo Indigenous Market from Quito
Otavalo Shopping

Full-Day Otavalo and Cotacachi Market Tour

$74
per adult
Full-Day Otavalo and Cotacachi Market Tour
Otavalo Market and Laguna Cuicocha Full-Day Tour from Quito

Otavalo Market and Laguna Cuicocha Full-Day Tour from Quito

$70
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Otavalo Market and Laguna Cuicocha Full-Day Tour from Quito
Morning snack of bizcochos, string cheese and hot chocolate

The Best Otavalo Market Tour + San Pablo Lake + Cayambe + Cotacachi

$120
per adult
The Best Otavalo Market Tour + San Pablo Lake + Cayambe + Cotacachi
OTAVALO MARKET

Full Day Private Tour of Otavalo and its surroundings

$130
per adult
Full Day Private Tour of Otavalo and its surroundings
Otavalo Tour from Quito Visiting Cayambe, Indigenous Market

Otavalo Tour from Quito Visiting Cayambe, Indigenous Market

$69
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Otavalo Tour from Quito Visiting Cayambe, Indigenous Market
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Frequently asked questions

What is a good itinerary length for San Pablo del Lago?
A good itinerary length for San Pablo del Lago is two days to enjoy Araque Water Park and take a Full Day Private Tour of Otavalo and its surroundings. An extended stay of three to four days allows travelers to explore the area more deeply and enjoy a more relaxed pace. See San Pablo del Lago Activities.
What are the top things to do in and around San Pablo del Lago?
In San Pablo del Lago, travelers can visit Araque Water Park or take a full-day private tour to explore Otavalo and its surroundings.
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