Guests may be charged the following tax upon check-in: Ecuadorian Value Added Tax — VAT of 15%. VAT exemption is available for travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa proving they are not residents of Ecuador. • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly). You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property: • Ecuador value-added tax (15%). Nonresident travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa may be eligible for a tax refund. However, nonresident travelers may be exempt from value-added tax (15%) on package bookings. We have included all charges provided to us by the property.