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#1 Quito

Rating: 3.9/5.0

 3.9
reviews: 37|
schools: 5
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#2 Cuenca
schools: 3
 
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#3 Galapagos Islands
schools: 2
 
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#4 Ahuano
schools: 1
 
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#5 Amazon Jungle
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#1
Instituto Superior de Español

Average student rating for this school was the best or in the top 20% among all schools in Ecuador
Quito
Historical Center

Rating: 4.4/5.0

4.4/5.025 reviews
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The Instituto Superior de Español ISE is located right in the historical area of the city, between colonial houses,... More

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Standard Course - 20 lessons per week | Max. group size: 6
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318US$ 305US$
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Don Quijote / Academia Columbus, QuitoFavorites heart icon

#2
Don Quijote / Academia Columbus

Organized social activities were rated by students as the best or among the top 20% of all schools in Ecuador
Quito

Rating: 4.3/5.0

4.3/5.07 reviews
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School accredited by ALTO (Association of Language Travel Organisations) School accredited by NAFSA (Association of International Educators)

Don Quijote / Academia Columbus Quito is a medium-sized school that boasts some incredible views of the whole of Quito.... More

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Intensive 20 - 20 lessons per week | Max. group size: 8
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423US$ 405US$
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#3
Instituto Superior de Español

Otavalo
Plaza de Ponchos Otavalo Indigenous Market

Rating: 3.7/5.0

3.7/5.04 reviews
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Instituto Superior de Español Otavalo school is situated in the small Andean town of Otavalo, a very privileged... More

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318US$ 305US$
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Gaia Amazon Spanish School (AGS), AhuanoFavorites heart icon

Gaia Amazon Spanish School (AGS)

Ahuano
Napo
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The school is located in the heart of the Amazon Rainforest. It gives the students the opportunity to learn Spanish... More

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Spanish/Kichwa Immersion Program - 20 lessons per week | Max. group size: 6
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745US$ 727US$
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Estudio Sampere, CuencaFavorites heart icon

Estudio Sampere

Cuenca
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School accredited by IALC (International Association of Language Centres) School accredited by NAFSA (Association of International Educators)

The school is located in the cultural capital of Cuenca. The school building overlooks the Barranco River and is near... More

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Intensive Course (20) - 20 lessons per week | Max. group size: 6
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434US$ 415US$
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Academia Surpacifico, MantaFavorites heart icon

Academia Surpacifico

Manta
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School re-opening on 05 October 2020

Academia Surpacifico Manta is located in Manta, on the Pacific Ocean, in a dry tropical forest with some of Ecuador's... More

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Intensive Mini Group - 20 lessons per week | Max. group size: 6
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340US$ 324US$
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Academia Latinoamericana de Español, QuitoFavorites heart icon

Academia Latinoamericana de Español

Quito
La Carolina
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Set in the residential area of La Carolina with a colonial design and an interior patio, the school offers fantastic... More

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Intensive Program - 20 lessons per week | Max. group size: 5
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400US$ 382US$
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COINED, CuencaFavorites heart icon

COINED

Cuenca
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School accredited by ALTO (Association of Language Travel Organisations) School accredited by WYSE/FIYTO (World Youth Student & Educational Travel Confereration)

The school building is located in the city center of Cuenca, overlooking the Barranco River, and some of the classrooms... More

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Intensive - 20 lessons per week | Max. group size: 8
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595US$ 569US$
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Simon Bolivar Spanish School

Quito
La Mariscal
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Located in La Mariscal which boasts a great variety of bars, markets, restaurants and cultural events.  More

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Private Lessons 20 - 20 lessons per week | Max. group size: 1
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385US$ 367US$
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Instituto Superior de Español

Amazon Jungle
Yasuni National Park Biosphere Reserve in the Amazon Basin
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Learn Spanish in the most amazing part of the world, the Amazon Jungle. You will be able to learn a new language in a... More

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Tourist Amazon Spanish Course - 20 lessons per week | Max. group size: 4
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2038US$ 1989US$

Instituto Superior de Español

Cotacachi
Andean Indigenous Community
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Learn Spanish in an Indigenous Community in the Andes. Learn about conservation, respect for nature and about the... More

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Indigenous Quichua Family in the Andes Highlands Spanish Program - 20 lessons per week | Max. group size: 4
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1438US$ 1404US$

Instituto Superior de Español - San Cristóbal

Galapagos Islands
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The Instituto Superior de Español is a high quality Spanish School with over 30 years of experience in teaching the... More

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11-Day Galapagos Cruise & San Cristobal Island Spanish Program - 20 lessons per week | Max. group size: 4
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3639US$ 3550US$
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Instituto Superior de Español - Travelling Classrooms

Quito
Andes Mountains, Amazon Jungle, Galapagos Islands
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The Instituto Superior de Español ISE is a recognized Spanish School in Ecuador with headquarters in Quito and with a... More

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Andes & Amazon Jungle 7 Days / 6 nights - 20 lessons per week | Max. group size: 4
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2038US$ 1939US$
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Instituto Superior de Español

Galapagos Islands
Santa Cruz, Galapagos Islands
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Get the most out of your travel to South America. Located in Ecuador, the Galapagos Islands, with white sand beaches... More

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7-Day Spanish Immersion in the Galapagos Islands - 20 lessons per week | Max. group size: 4
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4038US$ 3939US$
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Instituto Superior de Español

Macas
Amazon Indigenous Community
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This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to Learn Spanish in a unique place. It is specially prepared for nature... More

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Indigenous Shuar Family in the Amazon Jungle Spanish Program - 20 lessons per week | Max. group size: 4
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1438US$ 1404US$

Simon Bolivar Spanish School

Cuenca
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Located in the colonial center of Cuenca, very close to San Sebastian Park. More

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Full Immersion Program - 20 lessons per week | Max. group size: 1
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395US$ 377US$
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Montanita Spanish School

Montanita
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Montañita Spanish School is located in the charming and funky beach town of Montañita, Ecuador. The school is housed... More

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Group Course - 20 lessons per week | Max. group size: 6
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360US$ 360US$
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Key Facts about Ecuador

For a relatively small country, Ecuador has an enormous natural diversity. Ecuador is place to be for nature lovers, with exotic orchids and birds, bizarre jungle plants, strange insects, Andean grasslands, dripping tropical forests and fearless animals that hop, wobble and swim around the amazing areas. Enjoy the great nightlife in Baños. Don't doubt, just go!

Population: 14,791,000

Capital: Quito

Time zone: GMT -5

Currency: USD

Telephone country code: +593

Ecuador quality of life rating:

Rating: 3.9/5.0

3.9/5.0 (42 reviews by our former students)

Visa: Nationals from USA do not require a visa for travelling to Ecuador and attending a language course. Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.

Largest cities in Ecuador:

  • 1. Guayaquil: 2,000,000
  • 2. Quito: 1,400,000
  • 3. Cuenca: 280,000
  • 4. Machala: 200,000
  • 5. Santo Domingo de los Colorados: 200,000

universities: 59 (rankings of universities in Ecuador)

Mains electricity:
  • Plug Type A
  • Plug Type B
  • Residential voltage: 120 V
  • Frequency: 60 Hz

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    FAQ about schools in Ecuador

  • Students rated the activity program at Simon Bolivar Spanish School as the best.
  • Simon Bolivar Spanish School has received the best overall rating in Quito.
  • Don Quijote / Academia Columbus, located in Calle Arízaga Luque N 34-240 y Federico Páez n/a, Quito has been voted as the school with the best location in Ecuador.
  • Simon Bolivar Spanish School was rated highest for quality of teaching.
  • 'Homestay' at Instituto Superior de Español is the best rated accommodation in Ecuador.
  • You can take courses for just 1 week. For significant progress opt for longer durations.
  • In Ecuador electricity is 120 Volt and 60 Hz. Plug type A, B.
  • In Ecuador the following courses are offered specifically for business Spanish: Business Group, Spanish for Doctors.
  • Schools in Ecuador offer specific preparation courses for the following exams: DELE, SIELE.
  • In Ecuador there are course packages where you can learn the following activities: Spanish & Adventure, Spanish & Cooking, Spanish & Dancing, Spanish & Diving, Spanish & Surf, Spanish & Windsurfing, Farmstay.
  • 324US$ for 2 weeks is the lowest price for a Spanish course in Ecuador. The average cost of a language course in Ecuador is 162US$ per week.

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