Canoa is located 17 kilometers north of the twin cities San Vicente/Bahia de Caraquez, and 70 kilometers south of Perdenales. Important Bus Advice. Late or night buses are not recommended in Ecuador unless they are first class. The Sundown Inn is located right off the highway just 2 kilometers south of the town center of Canoa, travelling in the direction toward San Vicente. Were 400 meters south of the Hotel Sol y Luna, and next to the Cabaas Pacific Fun. From Canoa its a leisurely 20-minute stroll down the beach, or just take any local bus and ask to be dropped off right at the hotel. Arriving from San Vicente, make sure that you tell the driver that you want to get off at the Sundown Inn, BEFORE you arrive in Canoa, because our hotel is about 2 km south of the town center. Keep your eye out on the beach for our sign about 10 to 15 minutes out of San Vicente, and advise the driver again. Unfortunately, though all local drivers know the Sundown Inn, some make commissions taking foreigners directly to hotels downtown. This practice is an unfortunate nuisance but it is important to make you aware of it to avoid the inconvenience of returning to us from town. Arriving from Quito? You need to take a taxi to the Terminal Terrestre, which is the inter-provincial bus station in Quito. It is about 15 minutes from the main hotel area. Reina del Camino is the main bus company you can buy your ticket with. The first option they have is Quito-San Vicente, which leaves at 8:30 and arrives in San Vicente late-afternoon. From there it is a 15 minute bus (35 cents) to the Sundown Inn. The next option is the 10:30 bus to Bahia. It arrives at Bahia around 7:30 at night. From there you take a cheap tricicle/taxi or walk 800 meters to the large public boat dock. Take a boat launch to San Vicente (35 cents).At this hour there are no buses to Canoa, but you can take a $5 taxi ride. These first two buses cost $6. At 12:40 another Quito-Bahia bus leaves, which is first class (Executivo). It has air conditioning, more comfortable seats, TV, bathroom, and only costs $2 more. It is faster, so arrives shortly after the previous one. Same instructions from Bahia. There is a night bus to Bahia also, which leaves Quito around 10:30 pm, arriving 5:00 in the morning, but we don't usually recommend this. Another option, Coactur has a direct bus from Quito to Pedernales which leaves at 11:00 AM. From Pedernales, buy a ticket on any number of local buses that leave for San Vicente every half hour. Get off at the Sundown Inn just two kilometers past the stop in central Canoa. This connection should put you directly at the hotel by 6:00. In any case, you should try to be at the bus station over an hour in advance to make sure you get a ticket on the bus you want. Arriving from Guayaquil? You need to take a taxi to the Terminal Terrestre, which is the inter-provincial bus station. From there, buy a ticket to Bahia de Caraquez. The ride is 5 to 6 hours. From there you take a cheap tricicle/taxi or walk 800 meters to the large public boat dock. Take a boat launch to San Vicente (35 cents). From there it is a 15 minute bus (35 cents) to the Sundown Inn. Make sure that you tell the driver that you want to get off at the Sundown Inn, BEFORE you arrive in Canoa, because our hotel is about 2 km south of the town center. After 8:00 p.m. there are no buses to Canoa, but you can take a $5 taxi ride. Coactur has regular buses Guayaquil-Bahia every hour from 4:30 AM to 5:30 PM, none of them being first class, or ejecutivo. The other option is with Reina de Camino, which has buses at 5:00 a.m., 5:45a.m., 8:00a.m, 9:45a.m., 11:30a.m., 12:15p.m., 3:20p.m., 4:40p.m.(ejecutivo), 6:00p.m., 9:00p.m., 11:00p.m.(ejecutivo), and 11:30p.m.

1. Sundown Inn 2. Pacific Fun Cabaas 3. Hotel Sol y Luna 4. Hosteria Canoa 5. Hotel Bambu 6. Posada de Daniel 7. Hostel Shelmar 8. Hotel Pais Libre 9. Hotel Posada del Sol 10.Cabaas Mar y Paz 11. Under Construction. Restaurants and Bars. A. Costa Azul Restaurant B. Surf Shack C. Jixsy Restaurant D. Tronco Bar E. Coco Bar F. El Torbellino Restaurant. V. Internet W. Telephone Office X. Clinic Y. Pharmacy Z. Church

Ecuador Budget Travel and Beach Hotel Guide - The Sundown Inn, Canoa, Manabi. Canoa Beach in Manabi - Paradise at Budget Prices. Canoa Beach in Ecuador has become synonymous with tranquility. Beautiful beaches, endless waves, delicious seafood, cheap rooms, laid-back cocktail bars and friendly local atmosphere have put Canoa on the map as a must-go for all travelers. Rising from obscurity 10 years ago, Canoa is now considered one of the top-rated beaches by foreign travelers to Ecuador, if not the entire Pacific coast of South America. In spite of its new found fame, Canoa retains its small town charm and budget-friendly prices. Canoa's fame has not come without a small price, however. Ten years ago you could count the often-empty living accomodations on one hand. Now at least two dozen hostels, cabaas, hotels and inns offer a variety of service and prices for arriving guests. Rustic reggae bars and peaceful walks in the sand have slowly made way for trinket vendors on the beach and downtown open air bars competing for attention with the crashing waves with dueling reggeton beats oozing from outdoor speakers. Canoa is no longer just a place to relax; it is also a place to party. Travelers looking for a hidden paradise should not be put off by Canoa's new found popularity however, as the town offers something for everyone. The Sundown Inn and Guest Hostel. Hotel Accommodations. Beaches, Ecotours, Etc. Budget Prices and Reservations. Map of Canoa, Ecuador. The Sundown Inn is your best option for a laid back beach stay. Located along Canoa's south beach, the Sundown is one of the town's most established and popular destinations. Close enough to town for easy access to shops, restaurants and social life, the Sundown offers the peace and serenity that many travelers and couples crave. Even with full occupancy, the immense unpopulated beach stretching in both directions from here gives you the feeling that the place is all yours. Other travelers are just passing through. The only sound you will hear in bed at night is the low murmur of the constant surf emanating from your private balcony overlooking the beach. Though overlooked in the past by budget travel guides, who prefer to recommend more central and highly populated backpacker options, the Sundown Inn offers a serene atmosphere to chill that other establishments in town can only dream of. This is the Other Canoa. Spanish School Opportunity. The Sundown Inn is also home to the. Canoa Spanish Language School. arguably the most popular beach retreat/Spanish school combo in South America. Since the year 2000, Canoa offers the best learning atmosphere and some of the the lowest priced complete Spanish tutoring packages in Ecuador. Reservations (Reception in Spanish). Canoa (Cellular - Hotel Reception): 09-9815763. Canoa (Cellular - Juan Carlos Jaramillo): 08-4951864. Canoa (Cellular - Ma. Elena de Jaramillo): 09-1436343. For calls from outside of Ecuador, replace the first 0 on all numbers with the country code 593. More Information, E-mail to: sundown_inn@hotmail.com. Ecuador Budget Travel and Beach Hotel Destination Guide The Sundown Inn, Canoa, Manabi http://www.ecuadorbeach.com

Ecuador Beach Hostels Guide Canoa, Manabi. Sundown Inn and Guest Hostel - Canoa, Ecuador. As hostels go, budget travelers and backpackers won't find better prices for quality service and accomodations in a beach retreat than at the Sundown Inn. Three rooms are reserved for shared hostel accommodation, and more are made available when necessary. Our classic homestyle attention from the Sundown family makes you feel right at home. The Sundown hostel service offers a refreshing change from the other hostels in central Canoa. It is the only hostel in Canoa offering shared acommodations directly on the beach. Located just outside of town, you get the freedom to chill out without the crowds, with any downtown action only a short walk or bus ride away. Incoming ocean breezes during the hot humid season are a pleasant relief, and unlike some of the more rustic hostels and lodgings in and around town, mosquito netting is not required in our rooms. Our solid brick construction also offers noise relief and privacy at night from other guests. Maximum three persons per bedroom. The beds are comfortable, rooms are cleaned daily, and linen and towels are supplied. Our restaurant serves up satisfying meals at budget prices, maintaining strict hygiene for your health and safety. Relatively new, and still renovating to meet custumer needs, we are currently recocognized and recommended by Footprint Guides to South America. We hope to be eventually recognized in future editions of other guides based on your satisfaction. Our services continue to grow as as we expand our complex. A DVD movie selection is now available, and plans are under way for the construction of a beach bar/recreation area, with pool table, darts and dance floor. Rustic brick patios and gardens are currently under construction, offering outdoor dining and lounge areas. are available right on the grounds, making the Sundown the perfect first stop for your adventure in South America. Sundown Hostel Homepage

Sundown Inn - Canoa, Ecuador. The Inn offers individual rooms as well as two-bedroom suites and shared accommodation. There are 15 rooms in total, all with private bath and hot water. Room interiors are finished in brick, with ceramic tile floors and wood and bamboo decor. The complex is located directly on the beach. Four upstair rooms offer private balconies overlooking the beach, and another 4 downstairs have small entrance patios and beachfront. Two other rooms have beach views from the window. Three small suites contain two bedrooms units. A central patio and garden area provides an attractive green area for relaxing off the beach as well as indulging in refreshments. Outdoor bathrooms and showers are also available. The Inn's private beach is yours to enjoy, as well as several kilometers of uncluttered public beach, stretching out in both directions. An area is reserved for camping with bath facilities included. Hammocks are supplied at no charge for guests during the day, and driftwood is normally available for campfires at night. Beach volleyball also available. Beach, Ecotours, Etc. Prices and Reservations