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The air-conditioned units have a fully equipped kitchenette with dining area and kitchenware. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, units at the homestay also have free WiFi. At the homestay, the units come with bed linen and towels.

The place was exceptionally clean and well kept. Staff were fantastic. Tour booking availability on site also. Everything was new and in perfect order, well painted. Air cons looked brand new and worked flawlessly.

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9
Superb
441 reviews
Price from
£28
per night

Located in Puerto Ayora, 700 metres from Los Alemanes Beach and 1.3 km from La Estacion Beach, Posada del Mar provides a restaurant, sea views and free WiFi. The property has garden views and is 2.9 km from De Los Perros Beach and 1 km from Tortuga Bay. The guest house features family rooms.

Comfortable room, amazing bay view, romantic place. The owners have been very friendly and cordial with us, they have told us excellent recommendations!

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9.3
Superb
466 reviews
Price from
£68
per night

CASA GALAPAGOS by Hostal Fragata is set in Puerto Ayora, 1.1 km from La Estacion Beach, 1.9 km from Los Alemanes Beach, as well as 1.5 km from Tortuga Bay. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and full-day security, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available.

Everything was clean and new, Dario is a great host!!

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10
Exceptional
33 reviews
Price from
£50
per night

Located 500 meters from Pelican Bay and the Main Square, Lava House Hostel offers WiFi access and a daily breakfast included in the rate. A fully equipped common kitchen and a garden are featured on site. The property is a 10 minute walkfrom Malecon in Puerto Ayora.

Very clean and comfy Quiet neighborhood Good WiFi

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9
Superb
63 reviews
Price from
£73
per night

Situated less than 1 km from Los Alemanes Beach, a 14-minute walk from La Estacion Beach and less than 1 km from Tortuga Bay, El Paraiso provides accommodation located in Puerto Ayora. This guest house features air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace. The guest house has family rooms.

Please visit this place. Paying more for a luxury hostel in galapagos doesent make any sense for me. This place is perfect for solo travelers. The owner is fantastic an you can have a realy good person to person treatment

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8.7
Fabulous
253 reviews
Price from
£14
per night

Hostal Muyuyo is situated in Puerto Ayora, 700 metres from Los Alemanes Beach, 1.5 km from La Estacion Beach, and 2.9 km from De Los Perros Beach. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the guest house free of charge. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace.

Room was huge and clean, really nice staff, great location close to the pier and on one of the major streets. Room was just as nice as other places I stayed in Puerto Ayora, and about 1/3 the price.

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8.4
Very good
227 reviews
Price from
£37
per night

Galapagos Dove is located just a 10-minute walk from Puerto Ayora's town centre. Free WiFi access is available.

Each room here will provide you with a cable TV, bed linen and a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. You can enjoy garden view from the room.

Spacious room with nice outdoor area to sit

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8.2
Very good
228 reviews
Price from
£26
per night

Featuring garden views, Alojamiento Sumak Kawsay offers accommodation with patio, around 8.8 km from Tortuga Bay. There is a private entrance at the homestay for the convenience of those who stay. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, full-day security and free WiFi.

Super comfortable a lovely family who made us feel very at home and at ease and delicious breakfast and juice! Def recommend if you want to get a real experiences of Santa Cruz

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8.7
Fabulous
115 reviews
Price from
£11
per night

Offering a hot tub, a restaurant and snack bar, Zurisadai is located 2 km from Charles Darwin Research Station and 500 metres from Puerto Ayora Market. Free WiFi access is available throughout.

Each room offers flat-screen TV and air conditioning. There is a full kitchen with a fridge and kitchenware. Featuring a bath or shower, private bathroom also comes with a hairdryer and free toiletries.

Cozy and comfortable room, quiet, hot shower, mini fridge in the room, good air conditioning, access to kitchen, friendly staff.

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8.7
Fabulous
241 reviews
Price from
£41
per night

Offering a restaurant, Hospedaje Germania is located in Puerto Ayora, 40 minutes’ drive from Canal Itabaca. Free Wi-Fi access is available.

The rooms offer wooden furniture, TV and air conditioning. Private bathrooms also come with a hot shower.

We had a bug in our bed and the owner was super friendly and helped us find it and changed all of the sheets

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8.3
Very good
576 reviews
Price from
£37
per night

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Travellers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. This simple accommodation is in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.
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  • Lava House Hostal
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 63 reviews

    Located 500 meters from Pelican Bay and the Main Square, Lava House Hostel offers WiFi access and a daily breakfast included in the rate.

    Very clean and comfy Quiet neighborhood Good WiFi

  • Alojamiento Sumak Kawsay
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 115 reviews

    Featuring garden views, Alojamiento Sumak Kawsay offers accommodation with patio, around 8.8 km from Tortuga Bay. There is a private entrance at the homestay for the convenience of those who stay.

    La amabilitat del personal i la zona tranquila i bonica.

  • The Island Home
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 40 reviews

    Enjoy the terrace at The Island Home. Located in Puerto Ayora, this homestay features free WiFi access. Rooms at The Island Home include a TV, air conditioning, and microwave.

    Las habitaciones muy completas y el personal muy amables

  • Isla Azul
    Breakfast options
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 11 reviews

    Located within Galapagos National Park in Puerto Ayora, Isla Azul is a 20-minute walk from La Estación Beach. Features include a continental breakfast, garden with a terrace, and free WiFi.

    Fijn dat het ontbijt vroeg is zodat je met een goedgevulde maag op excursie kan

  • CASA GALAPAGOS by Hostal Fragata
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 33 reviews

    CASA GALAPAGOS by Hostal Fragata is set in Puerto Ayora, 1.1 km from La Estacion Beach, 1.9 km from Los Alemanes Beach, as well as 1.5 km from Tortuga Bay.

    Everything was clean and new, Dario is a great host!!

  • KTSUITES
    Breakfast options
    4.5
    Scored 4.5
    Disappointing
    Rated disappointing
     · 2 reviews

    Located in Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz Island region, KTSUITES is situated 1.3 km from Tortuga Bay. The air-conditioned accommodation is 1.5 km from Los Alemanes Beach.

  • CASA ITABACA IV
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Offering garden views, CASA ITABACA IV is an accommodation set in Puerto Ayora, 1.3 km from La Estacion Beach and 700 metres from Tortuga Bay.

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  • Posada del Mar
    Budget options available
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 466 reviews

    Located in Puerto Ayora, 700 metres from Los Alemanes Beach and 1.3 km from La Estacion Beach, Posada del Mar provides a restaurant, sea views and free WiFi.

    The staff was very accommodating and helpful. Nice room.

  • Hostal Muyuyo
    Budget options available
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 227 reviews

    Hostal Muyuyo is situated in Puerto Ayora, 700 metres from Los Alemanes Beach, 1.5 km from La Estacion Beach, and 2.9 km from De Los Perros Beach.

    La habitación amplia y limpia, la ubicación excelente

  • Zurisadai
    Budget options available
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 241 reviews

    Offering a hot tub, a restaurant and snack bar, Zurisadai is located 2 km from Charles Darwin Research Station and 500 metres from Puerto Ayora Market. Free WiFi access is available throughout.

    Good situated hostal a little outside of the main square.

  • Hospedaje Germania
    Budget options available
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 576 reviews

    Offering a restaurant, Hospedaje Germania is located in Puerto Ayora, 40 minutes’ drive from Canal Itabaca. Free Wi-Fi access is available. The rooms offer wooden furniture, TV and air conditioning.

    Good position away from the main town area. Quiet.

  • Hostal GalaHouse
    Budget options available
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 12 reviews

    Located in Puerto Ayora in the Santa Cruz Island region, with La Estacion Beach and Tortuga Bay nearby, Hostal GalaHouse provides accommodation with free private parking.

  • Carpao Lodging Galapagos
    Budget options available
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 28 reviews

    Offering inner courtyard views, Carpao Lodging Galapagos is an accommodation situated in Puerto Ayora, 1.1 km from La Estacion Beach and 1.4 km from Los Alemanes Beach.

    La Sra. Asistente y la Sra. De Limpieza, excelentes, amables y con mucha predisposición a ayudarte.

  • Sumaq House offer a new suite
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 25 reviews

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace, Sumaq House offer a new suite is set in Puerto Ayora. This guest house offers accommodation with a balcony.

    Es muy espaciosa y está ubicada en un lugar tranquilo.

  • Hostal Arena Negra
    Budget options available
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 79 reviews

    Hostal Arena Negra offers accommodation in Puerto Ayora, 800 meters from Galapagos National Park. Charles Darwin Station is 10 minutes walking. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

    Very quiet neighbourhood, good common kitchen and clean room.

Great access to the city centre! Check these homestays in Puerto Ayora

  • El Arco de Darwin
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 441 reviews

    Set 1.8 km from La Estacion Beach, El Arco de Darwin offers accommodation with a balcony. It is situated 1.9 km from Los Alemanes Beach and offers a shared kitchen.

    - great value for money - very clean - quiet location

  • Hostal Casa Cascada
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 96 reviews

    Hostal Casa Cascada is located in Puerto Ayora. Free WiFi access, room service and a 24-hour front desk are available. Each room here will provide you with a TV, air conditioning and a balcony.

    La hospitalidad Las instalaciones y Las proximidades

  • Stefany Hospedaje

    Providing garden views and a garden, Stefany Hospedaje provides accommodation conveniently set in Puerto Ayora, within a short distance of La Estacion Beach, Los Alemanes Beach and Tortuga Bay.

  • Lonesome George Ecolodge
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 70 reviews

    This rustic style ecolodge is located 15 minutes’ walk from the La Estación Beach in Puerto Ayora and 200 meters from the main street.

    Very unique design and very close to the main port.

  • Galapagos Dove
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 228 reviews

    Galapagos Dove is located just a 10-minute walk from Puerto Ayora's town centre. Free WiFi access is available.

    very friendly staff. well equipped kitchen calm location.

  • HISTORICO HOSTAL ELIZABETH
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 744 reviews

    Situated 800 metres from Los Alemanes Beach, HISTORICO HOSTAL ELIZABETH offers accommodation with a patio. It is set 1.2 km from La Estacion Beach and features a shared kitchen.

    Close to port, town, supermarket, good value for money. Secure.

  • Hostal Darwin B&B
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 316 reviews

    Located within 700 metres of Los Alemanes Beach and 1.4 km of La Estacion Beach, Hostal Darwin B&B features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Puerto Ayora.

    best location and nice suppport during all the stay

  • Hostal Marysol
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 87 reviews

    Suites Marysol is located in Puerto Ayora's town centre and offer free WiFi access throughout the property. Private transport shuttles are available.

    friendly and knowledgeable staff and comfortable room

  • Casa Puerto Ayora
    6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 3 reviews

    Set 2.2 km from Los Alemanes Beach and 1.7 km from Tortuga Bay, Casa Puerto Ayora features accommodation in Puerto Ayora.

  • Galapagos Chalet-Buda Chalet

    Featuring sea views, Galapagos Chalet-Buda Chalet provides accommodation with balcony, around 60 metres from Los Alemanes Beach.

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Homestays that guests love in Puerto Ayora

  • Avg. price/night: £45.83
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 104 reviews
    Walter was a great host, easy for key collection and advised of of necessary information regarding the apartment, he was very helpful. They also provided 20lt water which was wonderful. Internet was good and apartment had a cleaner come through mid way through our stay for a basic clean which was nice.
    Bronwyn
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £70.57
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 295 reviews
    Great hostel, comfy bed, towel, no bunks, equipped kitchen and great terrace. Had a great stay here.
    Emma
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £64.15
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 350 reviews
    Patty and her husband are great hosts. Warmly recommended.
    Rodica
    Young couple
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 459 reviews
    Great location on a quiet side street. Our host Yogo recommended a very priceworthy tour to Seymour Norte and it was much cheaper than similar tours on Tripadvisor. He also gave us a great tip on a wonderful restaurant off of the main thoroughfare where mostly locals eat.
    Alf
    Family with young children
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 365 reviews
    Great location, nice small clean B&B all on one floor. Lots of hot water and good airconditioning in our room. Drinking water, a pot of Coffee and Fruit were made available all day, which was a nice touch. Must say, the place is run by a lovely host. He cooked us a lovely breakfast, we would stay here again, you won't be disappointed.
    Sarah-Jane & Mick
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £40.33
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 96 reviews
    Lovely hosts. Very clean and over all a very good place to stay.
    Mist
    Solo traveller
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 459 reviews
    Great Host, room was available in the morning and we got perfect breakfast. Good located and sustainable
    joachim
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £45.83
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 104 reviews
    Spacious, clean and a great location with a great host
    Hannah
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £76.99
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 943 reviews
    Great location and great hostel. Big kitchen and hot water rooms with AC too for them hot days
    Boothy3
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £32.08
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 253 reviews
    Lovely hosts, had air con and a water dispenser.
    Amy
    Young couple
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