Is parking available at the property?

Free self-parking is available on-site.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 6 AM to 10 AM.

Does the property allow pets?

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and check-out is at 9:30 AM. Early check-in and late check-out are available for a fee, subject to availability.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including accessible parking and public areas.

Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located just steps from Galápagos National Park and 2 minutes by foot from Las Ninfas Lagoon. It is 0.2 miles from Academy Bay and 0.3 miles from Tortuga Bay Beach.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property, and there is no minimum age for children to stay for free.

What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?

Guests must contact the property in advance to reserve cribs or infant beds. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.

Capitan Max B&B

What guests think

Across many reviews, Capitan Max B&B stands out for exceptionally warm, hands-on hosting and a walkable, central location near the pier, with guests frequently praising spacious, comfortable rooms and reliable cleanliness that makes returning from island excursions relaxing.

Breakfast is widely appreciated, often served early for tours, though a few found it simple. Some drawbacks include cash-only or app-based payments with extra fees, occasional street noise in front rooms, variable Wi-Fi, and a rare report of pests or dim lighting. A straightforward, dependable stay for exploring Santa Cruz.

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Cleanliness

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Facilities

Facilities are simple: multiple reviews highlight filtered drinking water and an all-day coffee/tea station, and some note in-room safes.

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Martin

Feb 9, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Max is a real gentleman and great host with nothing too much trouble. Tidy rooms with safe. Guests have use of a common fridge. Easy walk to shops, bars and restaurants. Small but suitable breakfast.

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Tom Martin

Dec 11, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Stort fint rum med bra standard, alltid välstädat och städerskorna fyllde på med drickbart vatten i rummet. Fick bra hjälp av värden gällande aktiviteter och staden.

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Maria

Jun 1, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

It was centrally located. No kitchen access. There were additional taxes/fees which was substantial. More transparency needed for future guests.

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Minh

Jun 17, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Max and Lourdes were wonderful hosts. They helped us book taxi back to the airport. There was a free water refilling station. It’s a very close walk to the pier and very conveniently located. Breakfast was good.

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Pauline

Apr 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Captain Max B & B is great. Located in a quiet area but only a few blocks from the center of restaurants, shopping, and the pier. The amenities are great like all day coffee/tea bar, filtered water, a safe in the room, and a carafe of drinking water in your room. The place is spotlessly clean and the staff is helpful and friendly. My only regret was that I couldn’t stay longer. This place is good value for the price. It is a must stay place if you are in Puerto Ayora.

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Katarzyna

Nov 28, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Kapitan Max był bardzo przyjemnym gospodarzem, uśmiechnięty zawsze pomocny, pokoje czyste codziennie sprzątane, gospodarz był bardzo pomocny w organizowaniu wycieczek, w pokoju były ręczniki, szklanki, woda i kawa i herbata zawsze dostępne.

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Blake

Nov 20, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Capitan Max is located just off a strip of restaurants. It is an easy 3-4 minute walk to the main street and to get to the pier. It is clean, has friendly staff, basic breakfast is included - cereal, eggs, toast, coffee/tea, and fruit. There was lots of filtered water to fill your water bottle. Overall, a good B&B and would stay there again.

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famida

Feb 2, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent service. Excellent communication. They provide drinking water so you don't have to worry about buying water. Captain and brother always there if we had any questions. The best place to stay hands down. Walking distance to pier for visiting other islands. Close to restaurants, bank machine, bakery that bakes everything fresh. Rooms are clean and spacious.

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Erika

Jan 10, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed here for 3 nights while we were in Sta Cruz. The place was really nice and spacious rooms, very clean, complete facilities with nice little touches such as line to dry your clothes, usb sockets, and a hammock. The place looks the same in the photos. Max and his family were very welcoming and helpful and responsive. He helped us find tours and gave us tips to do and see in the island. The locations is also great. Few minutes walk to the Charles Darwin street, so you are in the centre but without the noise. We definitely recommend!

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Mercedes

Jul 7, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

This was an oasis every day as we came back from our excursions. It is absolutely central and walkable within a 1 minute walk to restaurants, shops, and 3 min from the port, yet on a side street so peaceful. Capitan Max was accesible all the time providing info, making our breakfast, handing us towels and a backpack to the beach. The place is so beautifully decorated, the rooms even have a hammock, and the breakfasts are delicious and abundant. Also, there is always avail water, tea, hot cocoa, and bananas on the counter throughout the day. Everything was excellent!

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Cleanliness

Guests consistently describe rooms and common areas as very clean or spotless, with steady upkeep. There is an isolated report of cockroaches.

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Karen

Apr 26, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Hotel was very clean, safe, quiet and server a nice breakfast. The location was excellent, close to everything.

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Carly

Nov 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean, spacious room, big comfy bed, helpful staff, good location.

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Oscar

Feb 2, 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

I wish I could rate 10 stars to Captain Max. The bedroom comfort, quietness, cleanliness, and location made our stay extremely enjoyable. But Max attentions were over the top every day. The best stay out of the 3 islands we stayed in the Galapagos

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yasmine

Nov 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Tout était impeccable

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Claudius

May 31, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Amazing stay. Pedro makes sure you feel at home from the moment you walk through the door. Rooms are spacious and sparkling clean. Would definitely book here again!

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Andrea

Mar 18, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Max and Lourdes were amazing hosts who couldn’t do enough to help. On booking they sent out additional information regarding tours and Santa Cruz. They were always ready to answer questions or to recommend places. They have even gone to the trouble of making videos to explain how to catch the ferry etc. which is very reassuring when you have no idea what to expect. My room was clean, spacious and nicely decorated. Fluffy white towels in the bathrooms, daily housekeeping, daily breakfast with freshly made eggs, I didn’t need anything more. Lourdes was very helpful in booking my ferries to other islands which saved me a lot of time.

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Mariane E

Oct 29, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Adorei a estadia!!! Fomos bem recebidos, a localização é excelente, ótimo café da manhã, quarto limpo. Muito obrigada Max!

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YELENA

Jun 5, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

I think this B&B is way overpriced for what you get. Most of the rooms are dark with minimal lighting, not what you want on a tropical get away. Breakfast is very simple and is the same each day. We had 2 cockroaches in the room and one was actually IN the bed. I don’t know if cockroaches are just part of the deal being on protected eco land but to me it always screams “dirty”. Positive: within walking distance to everything.

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Erika

Jan 10, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed here for 3 nights while we were in Sta Cruz. The place was really nice and spacious rooms, very clean, complete facilities with nice little touches such as line to dry your clothes, usb sockets, and a hammock. The place looks the same in the photos. Max and his family were very welcoming and helpful and responsive. He helped us find tours and gave us tips to do and see in the island. The locations is also great. Few minutes walk to the Charles Darwin street, so you are in the centre but without the noise. We definitely recommend!

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yasmine

Nov 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Tout était impeccable

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Rooms

Rooms are spacious and comfortable, some with hammocks and strong air conditioning, and the nautical decor adds character. A few guests reported street-facing noise, dim lighting in some rooms, and Wi-Fi ranging from excellent to poor.

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Alyss

Jan 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We had a great time at Captain Max. We stayed on 3 separate occasions while island hopping. The rooms are spacious, comfortable and clean. The wifi is excellent. Max and his brother are really kind and helpful. It’s in a great central location.

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Tom Martin

Dec 11, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Stort fint rum med bra standard, alltid välstädat och städerskorna fyllde på med drickbart vatten i rummet. Fick bra hjälp av värden gällande aktiviteter och staden.

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Carly

Nov 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean, spacious room, big comfy bed, helpful staff, good location.

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Anthony

Apr 19, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Captain Max keeps the B & B absolutely spotless. I love the Nautical theme atmosphere which shows Captain Max's love of the sea. Mateo, the son, is very helpful as well. They make all the guests feel welcome and looked after. I highly recommend Captain Max B&B to anybody who want to visit Puerto Ayora.

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Benjamin

Oct 9, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Captain Max was really good with comunication and arranged for us the taxis to take us to and from the ferry area. He was very friendly and helpful. The place is in a great location very close to delicious restaurants, shops, and the malecon. Nice walk over to the teh charles darwin research center. Easy to catch water taxis and tours. Downside. You are near the hapening area so it could get loud. The room was good size and the AC workes great. Would recommend. It is probably a little more rustic then some b and b's, but overall very happy with the stay.

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Meg

Oct 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great B&B, big rooms and very comfy

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Erika

Jan 10, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed here for 3 nights while we were in Sta Cruz. The place was really nice and spacious rooms, very clean, complete facilities with nice little touches such as line to dry your clothes, usb sockets, and a hammock. The place looks the same in the photos. Max and his family were very welcoming and helpful and responsive. He helped us find tours and gave us tips to do and see in the island. The locations is also great. Few minutes walk to the Charles Darwin street, so you are in the centre but without the noise. We definitely recommend!

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HYUN

Feb 20, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

맛있는 아침 식사 와이파이도 잘 터짐

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felix

Sep 17, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

The property doesn’t accept credit cards for check-in; something it was not listed on property details, you have to download an app to pay via credit card but the other thing is that wifi is horrible at this property; in other places the wifi works fine, and last if you stay in one of the bedrooms facing the street you won’t sleep after 5:30am with the sound of trucks, motorcycles and the elementary school in front.

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Mercedes

Jul 7, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

This was an oasis every day as we came back from our excursions. It is absolutely central and walkable within a 1 minute walk to restaurants, shops, and 3 min from the port, yet on a side street so peaceful. Capitan Max was accesible all the time providing info, making our breakfast, handing us towels and a backpack to the beach. The place is so beautifully decorated, the rooms even have a hammock, and the breakfasts are delicious and abundant. Also, there is always avail water, tea, hot cocoa, and bananas on the counter throughout the day. Everything was excellent!

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Service

Service is widely praised as warm and proactive, with staff arranging tours, ferries, airport transfers, taxis, and offering detailed local advice. Communication and responsiveness are strong.

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Gopalakrishnan

Nov 19, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Very friendly Max, Lourdes and Isa helped us with everything from welcoming us with a smile, Know the surroundings and going the extra mile to know what we are looking for and suggestions for making it. Thanks Capitan Max family.

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NATALIA LOPEZ SOSA

Oct 18, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Lourdes and Max are very good hosts, they informed everything a guest should be aware and support a lot.

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Jade

Apr 16, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Capitan Max was the perfect place to start our Galapagos trip. The hotel is conveniently located a 5 minute walk from the main pier on the way to Tortuga Bay. Max arranged our transfer from the airport and arranged another taxi for us the following day to take us to the highlands for the giant tortoises. We only managed to eat breakfast once during our stay as we had to leave early for day trips but the breakfast was good. The room was clean and pleasant with good aircon.

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Andrea

Mar 18, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Max and Lourdes were amazing hosts who couldn’t do enough to help. On booking they sent out additional information regarding tours and Santa Cruz. They were always ready to answer questions or to recommend places. They have even gone to the trouble of making videos to explain how to catch the ferry etc. which is very reassuring when you have no idea what to expect. My room was clean, spacious and nicely decorated. Fluffy white towels in the bathrooms, daily housekeeping, daily breakfast with freshly made eggs, I didn’t need anything more. Lourdes was very helpful in booking my ferries to other islands which saved me a lot of time.

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famida

Feb 2, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent service. Excellent communication. They provide drinking water so you don't have to worry about buying water. Captain and brother always there if we had any questions. The best place to stay hands down. Walking distance to pier for visiting other islands. Close to restaurants, bank machine, bakery that bakes everything fresh. Rooms are clean and spacious.

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Erika

Jan 10, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed here for 3 nights while we were in Sta Cruz. The place was really nice and spacious rooms, very clean, complete facilities with nice little touches such as line to dry your clothes, usb sockets, and a hammock. The place looks the same in the photos. Max and his family were very welcoming and helpful and responsive. He helped us find tours and gave us tips to do and see in the island. The locations is also great. Few minutes walk to the Charles Darwin street, so you are in the centre but without the noise. We definitely recommend!

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Santiago

Oct 24, 2022

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Stayed 7 nights

The location and service is the best. Pedro is a wonderful host willing to help at any time and upon any request.

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Kenneth

Oct 5, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The hostess is excellent. We make me feel right at home. Make sure you bpok a good tour, breakfast is served everyday. The location is really convenient to everywhere. Definitely come back from to stay here again

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Jean-Yves

Feb 5, 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Lourdes and her husband made us feel immediately at home. Location is within easy (< 5 min) walk to nearby restaurants and the port. Lourdes arranged for taxis to and from Capitan Max, plus excursions. It's like concierge service. The room was comfortable, cool and large. Excellent plumbing. Healthy breakfast buffet with eggs and fruit served early and consistently. All this at a reasonable price. It's a no brainer.

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Ilona

Nov 10, 2023

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Stayed 6 nights

I felt like being taken care of by a good friend. Max organized the tours for me as I liked to. He provided little breakfast even early in the morning before normal breakfast time when the tour started too early. The room was clean and comfy. Who needs it with air condition. Thank you for the service.

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Location

Central and walkable—just minutes to the pier, restaurants, and routes to Charles Darwin sites and Tortuga Bay. A couple of comments note nearby activity can bring noise.

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cecile

Aug 1, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Wonderful hotel on the way to Tortuga Bay, very close to the center and boat arrival. The owner was such a lovely man and helped with everything.

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Karen

Apr 26, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Hotel was very clean, safe, quiet and server a nice breakfast. The location was excellent, close to everything.

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Alyss

Jan 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We had a great time at Captain Max. We stayed on 3 separate occasions while island hopping. The rooms are spacious, comfortable and clean. The wifi is excellent. Max and his brother are really kind and helpful. It’s in a great central location.

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Alyss

Dec 30, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed several times here over a couple of weeks moving around the Galapagos. Max and his brother were lovely, helpful and ran a tight ship! It’s also a solid central location.

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Jade

Apr 16, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Capitan Max was the perfect place to start our Galapagos trip. The hotel is conveniently located a 5 minute walk from the main pier on the way to Tortuga Bay. Max arranged our transfer from the airport and arranged another taxi for us the following day to take us to the highlands for the giant tortoises. We only managed to eat breakfast once during our stay as we had to leave early for day trips but the breakfast was good. The room was clean and pleasant with good aircon.

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Minh

Jun 17, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Max and Lourdes were wonderful hosts. They helped us book taxi back to the airport. There was a free water refilling station. It’s a very close walk to the pier and very conveniently located. Breakfast was good.

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Benjamin

Oct 9, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Captain Max was really good with comunication and arranged for us the taxis to take us to and from the ferry area. He was very friendly and helpful. The place is in a great location very close to delicious restaurants, shops, and the malecon. Nice walk over to the teh charles darwin research center. Easy to catch water taxis and tours. Downside. You are near the hapening area so it could get loud. The room was good size and the AC workes great. Would recommend. It is probably a little more rustic then some b and b's, but overall very happy with the stay.

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Pauline

Apr 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Captain Max B & B is great. Located in a quiet area but only a few blocks from the center of restaurants, shopping, and the pier. The amenities are great like all day coffee/tea bar, filtered water, a safe in the room, and a carafe of drinking water in your room. The place is spotlessly clean and the staff is helpful and friendly. My only regret was that I couldn’t stay longer. This place is good value for the price. It is a must stay place if you are in Puerto Ayora.

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Erika

Jan 10, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed here for 3 nights while we were in Sta Cruz. The place was really nice and spacious rooms, very clean, complete facilities with nice little touches such as line to dry your clothes, usb sockets, and a hammock. The place looks the same in the photos. Max and his family were very welcoming and helpful and responsive. He helped us find tours and gave us tips to do and see in the island. The locations is also great. Few minutes walk to the Charles Darwin street, so you are in the centre but without the noise. We definitely recommend!

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Mercedes

Jul 7, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

This was an oasis every day as we came back from our excursions. It is absolutely central and walkable within a 1 minute walk to restaurants, shops, and 3 min from the port, yet on a side street so peaceful. Capitan Max was accesible all the time providing info, making our breakfast, handing us towels and a backpack to the beach. The place is so beautifully decorated, the rooms even have a hammock, and the breakfasts are delicious and abundant. Also, there is always avail water, tea, hot cocoa, and bananas on the counter throughout the day. Everything was excellent!

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Dining

Breakfast is generally tasty and satisfying, served early for tours, with special requests accommodated at times. Some guests considered it simple or underwhelming.

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SERGIO

Jul 7, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Max the owner courteous & serviceable. Location & condition of the property. Breakfast available since 6:30 a.m. a plus.

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Martin

Feb 9, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Max is a real gentleman and great host with nothing too much trouble. Tidy rooms with safe. Guests have use of a common fridge. Easy walk to shops, bars and restaurants. Small but suitable breakfast.

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Susan

Apr 12, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The owners of this B&B are just lovely! They are so kind and so helpful. So very friendly. The accommodations are excellent. Their place is SPOTLESS. Breakfast just delightful. Highly recommend staying here!

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Paul

Nov 18, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was very helpful in recommending sites to visit, restaurants, and arranging taxi. Delicious breakfast.

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Minh

Jun 17, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Max and Lourdes were wonderful hosts. They helped us book taxi back to the airport. There was a free water refilling station. It’s a very close walk to the pier and very conveniently located. Breakfast was good.

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Renate

Mar 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Best service we ever had! Friendly, very helpful, even provided lots of glutenfree bread! the room was great, too.

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Brandon

Jul 25, 2023

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This hotel met our needs. Super convenient, clean and great service. It was only a few minutes from the port and the Kioskos. Max was very helpful in coordinating taxis and providing information on tours. Internet was a bit spotty, but that is true for the whole island. Breakfast was a bit underwhelming, but still met our needs. Had to pay for the hotel with cash (couldn't take credit), but was doable with close ATMs. Overall would highly recommend Capitan Max. Great bargain and excellent service! Thanks Max

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Samuel

Aug 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good location and fairly quiet. I asked for a room away from the street and they were able to switch me into it. Breakfast is very basic, just eggs, toast, and some apples/oranges.

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Jean-Yves

Feb 5, 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Lourdes and her husband made us feel immediately at home. Location is within easy (< 5 min) walk to nearby restaurants and the port. Lourdes arranged for taxis to and from Capitan Max, plus excursions. It's like concierge service. The room was comfortable, cool and large. Excellent plumbing. Healthy breakfast buffet with eggs and fruit served early and consistently. All this at a reasonable price. It's a no brainer.

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Mercedes

Jul 7, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

This was an oasis every day as we came back from our excursions. It is absolutely central and walkable within a 1 minute walk to restaurants, shops, and 3 min from the port, yet on a side street so peaceful. Capitan Max was accesible all the time providing info, making our breakfast, handing us towels and a backpack to the beach. The place is so beautifully decorated, the rooms even have a hammock, and the breakfasts are delicious and abundant. Also, there is always avail water, tea, hot cocoa, and bananas on the counter throughout the day. Everything was excellent!

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Capitan Max B&B

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