High above the town of Baños, on the lower slopes of the (active, but safe) Tungurahua Volcano, lies this romantic, rustic-luxe 28-bedroom resort. It’s a gateway to the Amazon Rainforest, and with 25 birdwatching and wildlife programmes provided in-house within the surrounding Andean forest, offers ample opportunity to discover Ecuadorian nature. Four pools are tiered, set into the volcano; the spa has a menu of 25 volcano-inspired treatments; and the hydromassage tub is filled with hot volcanic water. Guests can dine in the Runtun Restaurant and Café del Cielo with mesmerising views across Llanganates National Park.