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About Montañita

Montañita, Ecuador 🌴 is a laid-back beach town with a bohemian vibe, popular among surfers and remote workers. It offers affordable living, ocean views, and a social scene, but Wi‑Fi can be spotty and nights are lively. Best for digital nomads who want sunshine, creativity, and community over quiet productivity. 🌊💻

Through the year

Best in September (67) · now 65
0° 10° 20° 30° Jan: 111 mm Feb: 145 mm Mar: 147 mm Apr: 84 mm May: 39 mm Jun: 25 mm Jul: 22 mm Aug: 17 mm Sep: 12 mm Oct: 24 mm Nov: 30 mm Dec: 30 mm Jan: 28°C / 23°C Feb: 28°C / 24°C Mar: 28°C / 24°C Apr: 28°C / 23°C May: 27°C / 23°C Jun: 26°C / 22°C Jul: 25°C / 21°C Aug: 25°C / 21°C Sep: 25°C / 20°C Oct: 25°C / 21°C Nov: 25°C / 21°C Dec: 26°C / 22°C Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

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Key scores

Cost of Living 7.9
Internet Speed 5.6
Digital Nomad Popularity 4.3
Safety 6.3
Accommodation Cost 7.7
Weather 7.5
Female Friendly 6.3
Racial Tolerance 7.0
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Quick costs

Quick costs in Montañita
ItemCost
Apartment (1 bedroom) $420.00 per month
Coworking Space $145.00 per month
Coffee $2.75 per cup
Beer $2.50 per pint
Meal (Inexpensive) $5.50 per meal
Monthly Transport Pass $25.00 per month
Mobile Plan $15.00 per month
Internet (60 Mbps+) $35.00 per month

Other cities in Ecuador

Other cities in Ecuador
# City Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Cuenca $1,790 6.8 Compare
2 Quito $2,170 6.5 Compare
3 Baños $1,735 6.4 Compare
4 Vilcabamba $1,790 6.1 Compare

Nearby destinations

Nearby destinations
# City Country Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Manta EC Ecuador $1,900 5.8 Compare
2 Salinas EC Ecuador $2,210 6.0 Compare
3 Puerto López EC Ecuador $1,100 5.5 Compare
4 Guayaquil EC Ecuador $1,810 5.9 Compare

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