Frente al mar
A genuine connection with the beach, the breeze and the horizon from the moment you arrive.
Ocean View
Spaces that bring the landscape into the experience and make every sunrise part of your stay.
Oceanfront
Oceanfront retreat
Less noise,
Less noise,
more ocean.
An oceanfront hotel in Ecuador for those seeking rest, privacy and a genuine connection with the ocean in Puerto Cayo.
Oceanfront hotel in Ecuador in Puerto Cayo, Manabí near Machalilla National Park
An experience you can feel
Sanctuary Puerto Cayo Lodge is an oceanfront hotel in Ecuador designed for travelers seeking rest, privacy and a connection with nature. Located near Machalilla National Park, it offers easy access to beaches like Los Frailes, whale watching and unique experiences along the Ecuadorian coast.
You can also discover our oceanfront hotel in Ecuador, discover our location near Machalilla, revisar una guide to the best beaches in Ecuador o planificar things to do in Puerto Cayo.
Complete privacy
Spaces designed to disconnect from noise and enjoy a calm, spacious stay.
Natural essence
Warm light, honest materials and a coastal atmosphere that feels authentic and unforced.
Rooms
Rest with character
Spacious, bright and serene rooms for travelers who value rest, comfort and closeness to the ocean. A simple, warm and honest visual approach that lets the landscape do its part.
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Standard Interior View
A practical, comfortable and welcoming option for resting with calm and space.
Serene comfort
Spacious Room
A greater sense of openness for sharing rest without losing comfort or privacy.
Ideal for sharing
Sanctuary Setting
The beach, pool, palm trees and sunset naturally become part of the experience.
The landscape welcomes you too
Experience
Live the essentials
Sanctuary is not about filling your time: it is about giving it meaning again. The sea, sunset light, ocean breeze and calm surroundings create a simple, intimate and deeply restful experience.
Here, each day can include the beach, the pool, reading, unhurried conversation and a real sense of disconnection.
Beach
Direct access to an open and peaceful seascape.
Rest
Spaces to slow down and breathe more deeply.
Calm
An atmosphere that invites you to reconnect with yourself.
Dining · Terrazamar
Coastal flavors
Fresh seafood of the day, signature Manabí cuisine and a table with an ocean view. Terrazamar is Sanctuary’s dining experience — where flavor and landscape meet.
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Fresh seafood
From the sea to the table every day
Local cuisine
Manabí identity in every dish
Relaxed pace
No rush, with an ocean view
Oceanfront
The best table with the best view
Puerto Cayo
A destination worth discovering
Puerto Cayo offers a different way to experience the Ecuadorian coast: less noise, more horizon and more nature. Sanctuary sits in a privileged setting where the beach and the landscape define the experience.
It is an ideal destination for those who value rest, well-understood simplicity and the feeling of being far from the unnecessary.
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Location
Sanctuary Puerto Cayo Lodge is set in a privileged spot on the Manabí coast, right by the sea and surrounded by a serene atmosphere that makes arrival part of the experience.
Sanctuary Puerto Cayo Lodge
Km 4 vía Puerto Cayo - Manta, Puerto Cayo, Manabí, Ecuador. Un refugio frente al océano, ideal para quienes buscan descanso, privacidad y una conexión real con el paisaje costero.
What guests are saying
Real reviews from travelers on TripAdvisor who chose Sanctuary to unwind by the sea.
★★★★★
"Sanctuary es una pequeña joya en la costa. Piscina infinita sobre el mar, playa desierta y Roberto siempre pendiente de que todo esté perfecto. De los 7 hoteles del viaje, definitivamente el mejor."
International traveler · TripAdvisor★★★★★
"Excelente servicio al cliente, habitaciones limpias y cómodas. Las instalaciones parecen salidas de una revista. Despertar con el sonido del océano, buen café y desayuno con platos locales — bolón de verde y sal prieta. Limpio, cómodo y seguro."
Eduardo S. · Family vacation · TripAdvisor, January 2025★★★★★
"Muy lindo lugar, ambientación moderna en perfecta armonía con la naturaleza local. Excelente atención, piscina temperada, reposeras, gazebos. Buen restaurante con comida de la costa y tragos bien preparados."
Rodrigo Espinosa · Family stay · Google, 2025Explore Sanctuary
Descubre por qué Sanctuary Puerto Cayo Lodge destaca como oceanfront hotel in Ecuador, near Machalilla y como refugio ideal para escapadas especiales.
Hotel frente al mar
Conoce una experiencia pensada para viajeros que buscan descanso, privacidad y una conexión real con el océano en la costa ecuatoriana.
DiscoverCerca de Machalilla
Explora una ubicación estratégica cerca de Los Frailes, Isla de la Plata, Agua Blanca y otros atractivos de la costa ecuatoriana.
Discover destinationEscapada romántica
Encuentra un refugio frente al mar ideal para parejas, aniversarios, atardeceres especiales y días de desconexión juntos.
Explore as a coupleMejores playas
Descubre las mejores playas del Ecuador y encuentra destinos únicos para descansar frente al mar.
View guideAvistamiento de ballenas
Descubre cuándo ver ballenas en Ecuador y vive una de las experiencias más impresionantes del océano.
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