ME Art and Photography

Montanita has long been a destination for artisans and performers from around the world.  Everyday the streets are lined with vendors selling beautiful clothing, sculptures, and ornaments designed with the influence of their native countries typically Argentina, Chile, Columbia, Brazil, Peru, Venezuela and of course Ecuador. At night you are likely to see fire dancers performing next to a  mime while listening to the incredible melodies of musicians from around the world who come to enjoy and perform in Montanita's bustling streets.

Montanita Estates is proud to have partnered with local photographer Bolo Franco whose beautiful photography lines the walls of every Hotel Room, Suite and Villa.  Bolo's beautiful photography documents the incredible people and scenes of Montanita for over 30 years. 

Prints are available fore sale in the reception area for all different sizes of Bolo's photograghy as well as postcards.

With the help of local architectural/artist Gustavo Fernando Vargas, Montanita Estates  boasts the most beautiful pool and garden in the Montanita area. Montanita Estates has dedicated over 1/4 acre to its tropical garden and pool area which is just 1 minute walk to the center of Montanita.   Maddox's Playground is an incredible mix bamboo and flora along with a pool, jacuzzi and lounge which has created a beautfiful refuge for our guests to relax in what feels like a rain forest just outside your door.    

Gustavo's creativity and work is scene in the: 

• rock sculpture cement surronding the pool
• custom waterfall, 
• Intricate lighting, 
• Rock sculpture bar
• Montanita Mural in reception, 
• Bamboo tiki bar, 
•  Jack a lantern rasta lighting, 
• Bamboo Guayacan/Bridge
  
• Homemade troll house
• Tiki Candle holders and Hammock Station
• Tropical Garden Landscaping
• Bamboo Fence shaped as a wave
• Bamboo Entrance
• Shattered Mirror at the bar
• Maddox's Kids area and Playground