More like a mountain lodge the Paraiso del Oso is the destination of choice for savvy travelers visiting the Copper Canyon.
Privately owned and operated, the Paraiso del Oso reflects the true charm and hospitality found only in a rural setting, and offers first-class rustic accommodations with all meals, vehicle and riding tours.

Your hosts have lived full-time at the ranch for thirteen years. When you spend time here, they take you behind the scenes, introduce you to the region and its people, and enrich your understanding of this unique destination. For them, ecotourism and adventure tourism are ways of life that reflect in their business.

The Oso is in the Huetoibo valley beneath towering rock columns. The most famous column has an uncanny resemblance to Yogi Bear, complete with a derby. The campground is just downhill from the hotel and borders a clear mountain stream, perfect for a cool summer dip.

Twenty-one rooms make the Oso one of the smaller hotels in the region, and the friendly staff strives not only to please you, but to share culture, language and experience.
The Oso specializes in smaller special-interest groups and in individual travelers with a zest for life and a desire to learn.

The courtyard is a good place to watch the hummingbirds, spend a little time in the sun, or catch up on some overdue time in a hammock. It is a relaxing countryside setting free from the distractions that disrupt modern life: no radios, television, or telephones there, but you can have important comforts as plentiful hot water for showers, purified drinking water, informed guides, and tasty food.

All meals are prepared daily and served in the dining room. Under Ana Maria's directions, the kitchen staff provides a varied menu to suit all tastes. If you have any unusual dietary requirements, they will try to accommodate you. Special food is kept on hand for a variety of vegetarian dishes. A guest favorite is the outdoor cookout... when was the last time you roasted a marshmallow over a campfire?

With almost 190 bird species sighted (Elegant Trogon, The Eared Quetzal (Trogon), Lilac Crowned Parrot, Military Macaw, and White-striped Wood Creeper amongst them), the Oso is a destination for birders and birding groups. Hummingbird feeders regularly attract up to 11 species! Butterfly and moth enthusiasts report a number of exciting finds.

Archaeological sites surround the hotel with more sites known but not unchecked. Hiking and trail riding opportunities abound. The hotel sponsors a community action program so that visitors may help give back to the community. The Oso has sponsored research projects along with medical missions and other humanitarian projects.

At the end of your day, pop in the cantina for a drink. Here you can get to know your fellow travelers, swap stories with the staff, and plan the next day's activities. It's also a good place to brush up on your Spanish with the staff and maybe more languages with the other guests.