Current pricing for Ecuador:
Short Time: Budget $30-50, Mid $50-80, Premium $80-150+
Long Time: 2-3x short time rate
Tips: Pay agreed price.
What are others paying?
Ecuador price guide 2026
Started by WanderlustCarl · 1 Mar 2026 · 2253 views
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Agreed on all points. Make sure to use a VPN.
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Did you feel safe walking around at night?
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I'd rate it similarly. Solid 9/10 destination.
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Not sure I agree about that area. I found the outskirts to be better value.
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Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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How does it compare to the Philippines?
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I'd also recommend downloading Grab before you go. Essential.
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I'd rate it similarly. Solid 7/10 destination.
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Excellent write-up. This is why this forum is the best resource out there.
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+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Great destination.
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100% agree. The variety is hard to beat.
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Not sure I agree about that area. I found downtown to be better value.
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Just booked my flights! Thanks for the motivation.
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Just booked my flights! Thanks for the motivation.
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Excellent write-up. This is why this forum is the best resource out there.
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