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. Special check-in instructions Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. Know Before You Go Fees Mandatory Fees and Taxes You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property: • All citizens of Ecuador will be charged the national value-added tax (12%) upon checkout. Non-residents on a tourist visa will not be required to pay this tax. The tax exemption does not apply for stays over 90 days. We have included all charges provided to us by the property.