The best bookshops Ecuador

For book lovers and history buffs, this is the place to come for an excellent coffee and a good book. A vast choice in English, Spanish and even Danish, as the owner, Nynne, is herself originally from that country. Her companion, Juan, is an inexhaustible source of information on Latin American history, and will be delighted to help you find the perfect book to complement his information. He also makes beautiful jewelry that will be a perfect souvenir of your visit to this unique Baños location.

If you like reading in Spanish, you will probably find your happiness here. You will find, on two floors, all kinds of books (cooking, psychology, photos, travel...) and novels mainly in the language of Cervantes. There is a small selection of books in English and a few in French, but we won't go out of our way for that. One can take the time to browse through the books. This chain of bookshops also has stores in Quito and Guayaquil, perhaps you will find there the small souvenir of the country which you miss.

An institution in Cuenca for the many expatriates who have settled there, Carolina's bookshop is a good place for reading lovers. You will find there many books in English, but also an interesting choice in French which will be able to fill your travel library if you are not yet a fan of E-books ;-) Dictionaries, literature, history and many other topics are covered in the books that make up this eclectic collection. Possibility of exchanges. Friendly welcome.