Ikala Galapagos Hotel
$210
/ night
Avg. for November
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$210
/ night
Avg. for November
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Ikala Galapagos Hotel average $190 in January, the cheapest month, and $234 in August, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $190 |
| February | $210 |
| March | $215 |
| April | $222 |
| May | $206 |
| June | $220 |
| July | $233 |
| August | $234 |
| September | $234 |
| October | $212 |
| November | $210 |
| December | $196 |
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Most expensive: August (~$234)
Cheapest: January (~$190)
About this property
Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including an outdoor pool and bicycles to rent. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a television in a common area.
Amenities
Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including an outdoor pool and bicycles to rent. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a television in a common area.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours).
Dining
Enjoy local and international cuisine at Ikala La Terraza, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge and an ocean view. You can also stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the poolside bar. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 22 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and Smart televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads and designer toiletries.
Location
When you stay at Ikala Galapagos Hotel in Puerto Ayora, you'll be near the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Tortuga Bay Beach and Charles Darwin Research Station. This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Playa de los Alemanes and 13.2 mi (21.2 km) from El Garrapatero Beach.
What's nearby
Galápagos National Park(0.1 miles)
Academy Bay(0.1 miles)
Malecon(0.1 miles)
Gus Angermeyer Ferry Terminal(0.1 miles)
Las Ninfas Lagoon(0.2 miles)
Fishing Piers(0.4 miles)
Playa de los Alemanes(0.4 miles)
Charles Darwin Research Station(0.9 miles)
Tortuga Bay Beach(2.9 miles)
El Garrapatero Beach(13.2 miles)
El Chato Ranch(13.4 miles)
Lava Tunnel(13.4 miles)
Rancho Primicias(13.5 miles)
Los Gemelos Sinkholes(13.5 miles)
The preferred airport for Ikala Galapagos Hotel is Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour)(29.8 miles)
Restaurant
Swimming pool
Non-Smoking Rooms
Business Center
Room Service
Housekeeping
Location
Tomas de Berlanga y Moises Brito, Puerto Ayora, Ecuador
Galápagos National Park (0.1 miles)
Academy Bay (0.1 miles)
Malecon (0.1 miles)
Gus Angermeyer Ferry Terminal (0.1 miles)
Las Ninfas Lagoon (0.2 miles)
Fishing Piers (0.4 miles)
Room options
4
Standard Double Or Twin Room
Room details
1 King Bed
2 Full Beds
Sleeps 2
269 ft²
BalconyAir ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
7
Superior Double Or Twin Room
Room details
1 King Bed
2 Full Beds
Sleeps 2
474 ft²
BalconyAir ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
Guest reviews of Ikala Galapagos Hotel
9.4
Superb
Based on 159 verified reviews
What guests think
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At Ikala Galapagos Hotel, many travellers highlight the central, walkable location near the pier and the friendly, helpful staff, along with spacious rooms and enjoyable breakfasts with rooftop views, though a few note limited variety and occasional early‑morning noise.
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At Ikala Galapagos Hotel, many travellers highlight the central, walkable location near the pier and the friendly, helpful staff, along with spacious rooms and enjoyable breakfasts with rooftop views, though a few note limited variety and occasional early‑morning noise.
Cleanliness is widely praised, with a handful of comments about minor maintenance issues or worn linens. Facilities appreciated include a pool, bar, and complimentary bicycles; some guests also mention spotty Wi‑Fi. A small number felt the hotel was overpriced. Overall, expect a comfortable, convenient base for exploring Puerto Ayora.
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Facilities
Guests appreciate the pool, bar, and complimentary bicycles; the rooftop restaurant is a popular spot with views.
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Almaz
Mar 11, 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
My stay at Ikala was great! Everyone was helpful and accommodating. They arranged airport pickup transfer to and from the airport. The rooms were clean and comfortable. The bar area was nice and well kept. They are literally always cleaning! They property offered bicycles to use which was great. The hotel is nearby the pier and close to many shops/restaurants. I would definitely stay here again. Thank you all! :-)
My stay at Ikala was great! Everyone was helpful and accommodating. They arranged airport pickup transfer to and from the airport. The rooms were clean and comfortable. The bar area was nice and well kept. They are literally always cleaning! They property offered bicycles to use which was great. The hotel is nearby the pier and close to many shops/restaurants. I would definitely stay here again. Thank you all! :-)
10
Misty
Oct 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This hotel is beautiful, it looks even better in person than it does in the pictures. Rooftop restaurant and downstairs pool area were especially nice. Great service in restaurant with excellent breakfast buffet. Huge bathroom and enormous bed. Staff went out of their way to provide me with hypoallergenic bed linens (no down/feathers). Nice toiletries. Wish the shower had better pressure and you could flush toilet paper but that's a problem everywhere on Santa Cruz, not specific to this hotel. Extremely close to the main strip of restaurants and bars and front desk staff gave us dining options upon request, including a map of the area. They arranged taxi service for us upon departure. Only stayed one night and really wish we had stayed longer. Only downside was the lack of soundproof rooms. Birds and fellow guests can be early risers and you will here them making noise quite early in the morning.
This hotel is beautiful, it looks even better in person than it does in the pictures. Rooftop restaurant and downstairs pool area were especially nice. Great service in restaurant with excellent breakfast buffet. Huge bathroom and enormous bed. Staff went out of their way to provide me with hypoallergenic bed linens (no down/feathers). Nice toiletries. Wish the shower had better pressure and you could flush toilet paper but that's a problem everywhere on Santa Cruz, not specific to this hotel. Extremely close to the main strip of restaurants and bars and front desk staff gave us dining options upon request, including a map of the area. They arranged taxi service for us upon departure. Only stayed one night and really wish we had stayed longer. Only downside was the lack of soundproof rooms. Birds and fellow guests can be early risers and you will here them making noise quite early in the morning.
10
Koen
Jul 19, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Beautifull hotel next to the center of Puerto Ayora. Spacious rooms with all comfort needed; Agreable pool . Great place to relax. Very friendly staff aand good breakfast.
Beautifull hotel next to the center of Puerto Ayora. Spacious rooms with all comfort needed; Agreable pool . Great place to relax. Very friendly staff aand good breakfast.
6
frank
Feb 27, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
They forgot to pick me up , they apologized and thought by buying us one drink it would compensate the mistake , no gym , small pool .
They forgot to pick me up , they apologized and thought by buying us one drink it would compensate the mistake , no gym , small pool .
10
Nadia
Jun 6, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Ikala was the perfect hotel for my stay in Puerto Ayora. It’s two blocks from the pier, close to all the tour guide offices, close to all the restaurants and shopping. As a single female, I felt safe and well cared for. The rooms were very spacious, clean and comfortable. There’s a great restaurant with a view, pool and bar. The front desk spoke English which I was grateful for since I don’t speak Spanish. I will definitely stay here again as I plan to go back as soon as possible.
Ikala was the perfect hotel for my stay in Puerto Ayora. It’s two blocks from the pier, close to all the tour guide offices, close to all the restaurants and shopping. As a single female, I felt safe and well cared for. The rooms were very spacious, clean and comfortable. There’s a great restaurant with a view, pool and bar. The front desk spoke English which I was grateful for since I don’t speak Spanish. I will definitely stay here again as I plan to go back as soon as possible.
8
yaron
Mar 25, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Very nice hotel. Clean. Big room. Nice pool. Breakfast is poor, I expected much more variety for the price of the hotel. Centrally located.
Very nice hotel. Clean. Big room. Nice pool. Breakfast is poor, I expected much more variety for the price of the hotel. Centrally located.
10
Silvia
Feb 17, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Personal muy servicial y todos al tanto de nuestras solicitudes. Nos dieron desayunos para llevar cuando tuvimos tours muy temprano. Atendieron pronto cualquier detalle de la habitación. Su ubicación genial y nos dieron bicicletas para recorrer la zona.
Personal muy servicial y todos al tanto de nuestras solicitudes. Nos dieron desayunos para llevar cuando tuvimos tours muy temprano. Atendieron pronto cualquier detalle de la habitación. Su ubicación genial y nos dieron bicicletas para recorrer la zona.
8
Curt
Feb 16, 2022
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Stayed 3 nights
Beautiful stylish hotel right near the bay in Santa Cruz. Beautiful view of the harbor from the top floor restaurant at breakfast. Very nice staff.
Beautiful stylish hotel right near the bay in Santa Cruz. Beautiful view of the harbor from the top floor restaurant at breakfast. Very nice staff.
10
Alexan
Jan 24, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The hotel is in a fantastic location, close to everything in Puerto Ayora and especially the port docks from where all excursions start. It was very nice, clean, comfortable, spacious, offered great breakfast with a view of the port, nice bar + swimming pool area.
The hotel is in a fantastic location, close to everything in Puerto Ayora and especially the port docks from where all excursions start. It was very nice, clean, comfortable, spacious, offered great breakfast with a view of the port, nice bar + swimming pool area.
10
abel
Sep 30, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Very friendly staff and great location. We used the free bikes every day to go around the town. The breakfast has a great selection of options and the staff prepares the eggs just how you want it. Would definitely recommend.
Very friendly staff and great location. We used the free bikes every day to go around the town. The breakfast has a great selection of options and the staff prepares the eggs just how you want it. Would definitely recommend.
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness is widely praised, with occasional comments about minor maintenance issues or worn towels and linens.
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TARA
Aug 11, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
The hotel was in a good position, close to the town and the sea front. The staff were very friendly and helpful and the room was very big, as was the bed. However the rooms were very noisy, particularly very early in the morning with scraping of chairs, slamming of doors and people being noisy. The rooms could also do with a bit of maintenance in several areas. The shower was not particularly great and the dispensers for the toiletries were unattractive and didn’t really work. The breakfast was also pretty basic and didn’t really change much. All in all, although the hotel was good, I felt that it was very overpriced for what it offered.
The hotel was in a good position, close to the town and the sea front. The staff were very friendly and helpful and the room was very big, as was the bed. However the rooms were very noisy, particularly very early in the morning with scraping of chairs, slamming of doors and people being noisy. The rooms could also do with a bit of maintenance in several areas. The shower was not particularly great and the dispensers for the toiletries were unattractive and didn’t really work. The breakfast was also pretty basic and didn’t really change much. All in all, although the hotel was good, I felt that it was very overpriced for what it offered.
10
Almaz
Mar 11, 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
My stay at Ikala was great! Everyone was helpful and accommodating. They arranged airport pickup transfer to and from the airport. The rooms were clean and comfortable. The bar area was nice and well kept. They are literally always cleaning! They property offered bicycles to use which was great. The hotel is nearby the pier and close to many shops/restaurants. I would definitely stay here again. Thank you all! :-)
My stay at Ikala was great! Everyone was helpful and accommodating. They arranged airport pickup transfer to and from the airport. The rooms were clean and comfortable. The bar area was nice and well kept. They are literally always cleaning! They property offered bicycles to use which was great. The hotel is nearby the pier and close to many shops/restaurants. I would definitely stay here again. Thank you all! :-)
10
Maria Carolina
Jun 4, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Quarto espaçoso e confortável, bem localizado o hotel e limpo
Quarto espaçoso e confortável, bem localizado o hotel e limpo
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Claudia Miyoko
Apr 14, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Eu realmente fiquei impactada negativamente quando cheguei do Hotel Índigo em San Cristóvão para me hospedar nesse. Então digo que como primeira impressão não achei muito bom. Não tinha escolhido o quarto mais simples, vi nas fotos do Hotels e achei que seria a outra categoria que nos foi oferecido. O banheiro inundava todas as vezes que tomamos banho. As toalhas são muito velhas. A roupa de cama também. Mas a gente supera e no final achei tudo bom. Café da manhã não é lá grande coisa. Preferimos pedir o Box que parecia mais saboroso. Também não recebemos a cortesia de uma garrafa de vinho por estadia. Me senti um pouco enganada do que eu comprei e do que me foi oferecido. Mas enfim, a localização é muito boa. Melhor ficar nesse hotel que nos outros mais luxuosos mas que ficam no meio do nada. O atendimento é muito bom nesse hotel.
Eu realmente fiquei impactada negativamente quando cheguei do Hotel Índigo em San Cristóvão para me hospedar nesse. Então digo que como primeira impressão não achei muito bom. Não tinha escolhido o quarto mais simples, vi nas fotos do Hotels e achei que seria a outra categoria que nos foi oferecido. O banheiro inundava todas as vezes que tomamos banho. As toalhas são muito velhas. A roupa de cama também. Mas a gente supera e no final achei tudo bom. Café da manhã não é lá grande coisa. Preferimos pedir o Box que parecia mais saboroso. Também não recebemos a cortesia de uma garrafa de vinho por estadia. Me senti um pouco enganada do que eu comprei e do que me foi oferecido. Mas enfim, a localização é muito boa. Melhor ficar nesse hotel que nos outros mais luxuosos mas que ficam no meio do nada. O atendimento é muito bom nesse hotel.
10
sharona
Jun 12, 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
very clean, conveniently located hotel- 3 minute walk from the docks. quiet. Very friendly staff
very clean, conveniently located hotel- 3 minute walk from the docks. quiet. Very friendly staff
10
Kerstin
Jun 16, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Absolutely lovely hotel within walking distance to Pier 1 and many restaurant, yet very quite. The staff went above and beyond and rooms are very clean and spacious. Thanks for the lively stay!
Absolutely lovely hotel within walking distance to Pier 1 and many restaurant, yet very quite. The staff went above and beyond and rooms are very clean and spacious. Thanks for the lively stay!
10
Elizabeth
Jan 16, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Our stay at Hotel Ikala was a wonderful experience. Clean spacious rooms with beautiful common areas. Breakfast was fresh and delicious. Would recommend 10/10!
Our stay at Hotel Ikala was a wonderful experience. Clean spacious rooms with beautiful common areas. Breakfast was fresh and delicious. Would recommend 10/10!
10
Marco
Oct 28, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice clean hotel
Nice clean hotel
10
Sheelagh
Dec 11, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The staff were very friendly and helpful. The room is large and clean. The courtyard is beautiful.
The staff were very friendly and helpful. The room is large and clean. The courtyard is beautiful.
10
Wendy
Jul 9, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The property is beautiful. Close to restaurants, travel agencies, pharmacy, stores. Walking distance to the docks and convenience stores. Service was outstanding, food was amazing, rooms were impecable and staff was so nice and friendly. Will definitely recommend and can’t wait to return soon!
The property is beautiful. Close to restaurants, travel agencies, pharmacy, stores. Walking distance to the docks and convenience stores. Service was outstanding, food was amazing, rooms were impecable and staff was so nice and friendly. Will definitely recommend and can’t wait to return soon!
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Rooms
Rooms are spacious and comfortable; some guests mention limited soundproofing and spotty Wi‑Fi.
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Darlene
Sep 5, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Needs more storage space and a long mirror. Really liked the trees and landscaping.
Needs more storage space and a long mirror. Really liked the trees and landscaping.
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TARA
Aug 11, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
The hotel was in a good position, close to the town and the sea front. The staff were very friendly and helpful and the room was very big, as was the bed. However the rooms were very noisy, particularly very early in the morning with scraping of chairs, slamming of doors and people being noisy. The rooms could also do with a bit of maintenance in several areas. The shower was not particularly great and the dispensers for the toiletries were unattractive and didn’t really work. The breakfast was also pretty basic and didn’t really change much. All in all, although the hotel was good, I felt that it was very overpriced for what it offered.
The hotel was in a good position, close to the town and the sea front. The staff were very friendly and helpful and the room was very big, as was the bed. However the rooms were very noisy, particularly very early in the morning with scraping of chairs, slamming of doors and people being noisy. The rooms could also do with a bit of maintenance in several areas. The shower was not particularly great and the dispensers for the toiletries were unattractive and didn’t really work. The breakfast was also pretty basic and didn’t really change much. All in all, although the hotel was good, I felt that it was very overpriced for what it offered.
8
CHRISTIAN
Jun 1, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
I will start with the amazing staff always there to help you, property is safe and in a great location. Rooms are comfortable but internet signal around of property is very little. Breakfast buffet is very tasty and delicious.
I will start with the amazing staff always there to help you, property is safe and in a great location. Rooms are comfortable but internet signal around of property is very little. Breakfast buffet is very tasty and delicious.
10
David
Oct 6, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The staff was friendly and helpful. The room was spacious and cleaned.
The staff was friendly and helpful. The room was spacious and cleaned.
10
Misty
Oct 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This hotel is beautiful, it looks even better in person than it does in the pictures. Rooftop restaurant and downstairs pool area were especially nice. Great service in restaurant with excellent breakfast buffet. Huge bathroom and enormous bed. Staff went out of their way to provide me with hypoallergenic bed linens (no down/feathers). Nice toiletries. Wish the shower had better pressure and you could flush toilet paper but that's a problem everywhere on Santa Cruz, not specific to this hotel. Extremely close to the main strip of restaurants and bars and front desk staff gave us dining options upon request, including a map of the area. They arranged taxi service for us upon departure. Only stayed one night and really wish we had stayed longer. Only downside was the lack of soundproof rooms. Birds and fellow guests can be early risers and you will here them making noise quite early in the morning.
This hotel is beautiful, it looks even better in person than it does in the pictures. Rooftop restaurant and downstairs pool area were especially nice. Great service in restaurant with excellent breakfast buffet. Huge bathroom and enormous bed. Staff went out of their way to provide me with hypoallergenic bed linens (no down/feathers). Nice toiletries. Wish the shower had better pressure and you could flush toilet paper but that's a problem everywhere on Santa Cruz, not specific to this hotel. Extremely close to the main strip of restaurants and bars and front desk staff gave us dining options upon request, including a map of the area. They arranged taxi service for us upon departure. Only stayed one night and really wish we had stayed longer. Only downside was the lack of soundproof rooms. Birds and fellow guests can be early risers and you will here them making noise quite early in the morning.
10
Laurie
Jul 29, 2023
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Stayed 6 nights
This hotel is in the ideal location about five minutes from the public pier where all of my boat tours departed from. I absolutely loved my large, very clean airy and modern room with a lovely view from the large windows. I wanted a top notch hotel and this definitely met my expectations. Checkin was very easy and friendly and they took my bags to my room for me. Service was excellent. I really enjoyed the breakfast each morning; very fresh, clean area, with a beautiful view of the water. I would definitely stay here again.
This hotel is in the ideal location about five minutes from the public pier where all of my boat tours departed from. I absolutely loved my large, very clean airy and modern room with a lovely view from the large windows. I wanted a top notch hotel and this definitely met my expectations. Checkin was very easy and friendly and they took my bags to my room for me. Service was excellent. I really enjoyed the breakfast each morning; very fresh, clean area, with a beautiful view of the water. I would definitely stay here again.
10
jennifer
May 28, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Beds too hard
Beds too hard
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Alexan
Jan 24, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The hotel is in a fantastic location, close to everything in Puerto Ayora and especially the port docks from where all excursions start. It was very nice, clean, comfortable, spacious, offered great breakfast with a view of the port, nice bar + swimming pool area.
The hotel is in a fantastic location, close to everything in Puerto Ayora and especially the port docks from where all excursions start. It was very nice, clean, comfortable, spacious, offered great breakfast with a view of the port, nice bar + swimming pool area.
10
Michelle
Apr 21, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Great staff and location. Breakfasts were great with pretty views. We also really enjoyed dinner the night we ate there. The rooms were very spacious. Would highly recommend.
Great staff and location. Breakfasts were great with pretty views. We also really enjoyed dinner the night we ate there. The rooms were very spacious. Would highly recommend.
10
Edward
Dec 30, 2022
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Stayed 19,351 nights
very nice large rooms and right off the Main Street and one block to the pier
very nice large rooms and right off the Main Street and one block to the pier
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Service
Staff are friendly, helpful, and attentive, arranging transfers and providing to‑go breakfasts for early tours.
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Almaz
Mar 11, 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
My stay at Ikala was great! Everyone was helpful and accommodating. They arranged airport pickup transfer to and from the airport. The rooms were clean and comfortable. The bar area was nice and well kept. They are literally always cleaning! They property offered bicycles to use which was great. The hotel is nearby the pier and close to many shops/restaurants. I would definitely stay here again. Thank you all! :-)
My stay at Ikala was great! Everyone was helpful and accommodating. They arranged airport pickup transfer to and from the airport. The rooms were clean and comfortable. The bar area was nice and well kept. They are literally always cleaning! They property offered bicycles to use which was great. The hotel is nearby the pier and close to many shops/restaurants. I would definitely stay here again. Thank you all! :-)
10
Misty
Oct 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This hotel is beautiful, it looks even better in person than it does in the pictures. Rooftop restaurant and downstairs pool area were especially nice. Great service in restaurant with excellent breakfast buffet. Huge bathroom and enormous bed. Staff went out of their way to provide me with hypoallergenic bed linens (no down/feathers). Nice toiletries. Wish the shower had better pressure and you could flush toilet paper but that's a problem everywhere on Santa Cruz, not specific to this hotel. Extremely close to the main strip of restaurants and bars and front desk staff gave us dining options upon request, including a map of the area. They arranged taxi service for us upon departure. Only stayed one night and really wish we had stayed longer. Only downside was the lack of soundproof rooms. Birds and fellow guests can be early risers and you will here them making noise quite early in the morning.
This hotel is beautiful, it looks even better in person than it does in the pictures. Rooftop restaurant and downstairs pool area were especially nice. Great service in restaurant with excellent breakfast buffet. Huge bathroom and enormous bed. Staff went out of their way to provide me with hypoallergenic bed linens (no down/feathers). Nice toiletries. Wish the shower had better pressure and you could flush toilet paper but that's a problem everywhere on Santa Cruz, not specific to this hotel. Extremely close to the main strip of restaurants and bars and front desk staff gave us dining options upon request, including a map of the area. They arranged taxi service for us upon departure. Only stayed one night and really wish we had stayed longer. Only downside was the lack of soundproof rooms. Birds and fellow guests can be early risers and you will here them making noise quite early in the morning.
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frank
Feb 27, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
They forgot to pick me up , they apologized and thought by buying us one drink it would compensate the mistake , no gym , small pool .
They forgot to pick me up , they apologized and thought by buying us one drink it would compensate the mistake , no gym , small pool .
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Nadia
Jun 6, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Ikala was the perfect hotel for my stay in Puerto Ayora. It’s two blocks from the pier, close to all the tour guide offices, close to all the restaurants and shopping. As a single female, I felt safe and well cared for. The rooms were very spacious, clean and comfortable. There’s a great restaurant with a view, pool and bar. The front desk spoke English which I was grateful for since I don’t speak Spanish. I will definitely stay here again as I plan to go back as soon as possible.
Ikala was the perfect hotel for my stay in Puerto Ayora. It’s two blocks from the pier, close to all the tour guide offices, close to all the restaurants and shopping. As a single female, I felt safe and well cared for. The rooms were very spacious, clean and comfortable. There’s a great restaurant with a view, pool and bar. The front desk spoke English which I was grateful for since I don’t speak Spanish. I will definitely stay here again as I plan to go back as soon as possible.
10
Shaena
Sep 6, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Centrally located with lots of choices to shop and eat. A block away from The Port and plenty of taxis available. The Staff was great and their breakfasts in the morning are incredible! WiFi was a little spotty but that’s the only thing I’d change. They even packed us little snack bags for our airport run!!
Centrally located with lots of choices to shop and eat. A block away from The Port and plenty of taxis available. The Staff was great and their breakfasts in the morning are incredible! WiFi was a little spotty but that’s the only thing I’d change. They even packed us little snack bags for our airport run!!
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Silvia
Feb 17, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Personal muy servicial y todos al tanto de nuestras solicitudes. Nos dieron desayunos para llevar cuando tuvimos tours muy temprano. Atendieron pronto cualquier detalle de la habitación. Su ubicación genial y nos dieron bicicletas para recorrer la zona.
Personal muy servicial y todos al tanto de nuestras solicitudes. Nos dieron desayunos para llevar cuando tuvimos tours muy temprano. Atendieron pronto cualquier detalle de la habitación. Su ubicación genial y nos dieron bicicletas para recorrer la zona.
10
Michelle
Apr 21, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Great staff and location. Breakfasts were great with pretty views. We also really enjoyed dinner the night we ate there. The rooms were very spacious. Would highly recommend.
Great staff and location. Breakfasts were great with pretty views. We also really enjoyed dinner the night we ate there. The rooms were very spacious. Would highly recommend.
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Fiona
Feb 20, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
All the staff are most kind and welcoming. Thank you for taking such care of us.
All the staff are most kind and welcoming. Thank you for taking such care of us.
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Lauren
Jul 22, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Thank you Katherine and Richard for your great service!
Thank you Katherine and Richard for your great service!
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Przemyslaw
Jul 20, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent hotel. Very convenient localization. And impeccable service!!! Thank you
Excellent hotel. Very convenient localization. And impeccable service!!! Thank you
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Location
Central and walkable, a short stroll from the pier, restaurants, and shops; several note it remains quiet despite the proximity.
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Azure
Jan 23, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Most things are walkable or a cheap taxi. Could get you around most other areas.
Most things are walkable or a cheap taxi. Could get you around most other areas.
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Misty
Oct 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This hotel is beautiful, it looks even better in person than it does in the pictures. Rooftop restaurant and downstairs pool area were especially nice. Great service in restaurant with excellent breakfast buffet. Huge bathroom and enormous bed. Staff went out of their way to provide me with hypoallergenic bed linens (no down/feathers). Nice toiletries. Wish the shower had better pressure and you could flush toilet paper but that's a problem everywhere on Santa Cruz, not specific to this hotel. Extremely close to the main strip of restaurants and bars and front desk staff gave us dining options upon request, including a map of the area. They arranged taxi service for us upon departure. Only stayed one night and really wish we had stayed longer. Only downside was the lack of soundproof rooms. Birds and fellow guests can be early risers and you will here them making noise quite early in the morning.
This hotel is beautiful, it looks even better in person than it does in the pictures. Rooftop restaurant and downstairs pool area were especially nice. Great service in restaurant with excellent breakfast buffet. Huge bathroom and enormous bed. Staff went out of their way to provide me with hypoallergenic bed linens (no down/feathers). Nice toiletries. Wish the shower had better pressure and you could flush toilet paper but that's a problem everywhere on Santa Cruz, not specific to this hotel. Extremely close to the main strip of restaurants and bars and front desk staff gave us dining options upon request, including a map of the area. They arranged taxi service for us upon departure. Only stayed one night and really wish we had stayed longer. Only downside was the lack of soundproof rooms. Birds and fellow guests can be early risers and you will here them making noise quite early in the morning.
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DON
Dec 24, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a lovely time. The staff were so kind and the location was amazing while also remaining quiet.
We had a lovely time. The staff were so kind and the location was amazing while also remaining quiet.
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Laurie
Jul 29, 2023
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Stayed 6 nights
This hotel is in the ideal location about five minutes from the public pier where all of my boat tours departed from. I absolutely loved my large, very clean airy and modern room with a lovely view from the large windows. I wanted a top notch hotel and this definitely met my expectations. Checkin was very easy and friendly and they took my bags to my room for me. Service was excellent. I really enjoyed the breakfast each morning; very fresh, clean area, with a beautiful view of the water. I would definitely stay here again.
This hotel is in the ideal location about five minutes from the public pier where all of my boat tours departed from. I absolutely loved my large, very clean airy and modern room with a lovely view from the large windows. I wanted a top notch hotel and this definitely met my expectations. Checkin was very easy and friendly and they took my bags to my room for me. Service was excellent. I really enjoyed the breakfast each morning; very fresh, clean area, with a beautiful view of the water. I would definitely stay here again.
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Nadia
Jun 6, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Ikala was the perfect hotel for my stay in Puerto Ayora. It’s two blocks from the pier, close to all the tour guide offices, close to all the restaurants and shopping. As a single female, I felt safe and well cared for. The rooms were very spacious, clean and comfortable. There’s a great restaurant with a view, pool and bar. The front desk spoke English which I was grateful for since I don’t speak Spanish. I will definitely stay here again as I plan to go back as soon as possible.
Ikala was the perfect hotel for my stay in Puerto Ayora. It’s two blocks from the pier, close to all the tour guide offices, close to all the restaurants and shopping. As a single female, I felt safe and well cared for. The rooms were very spacious, clean and comfortable. There’s a great restaurant with a view, pool and bar. The front desk spoke English which I was grateful for since I don’t speak Spanish. I will definitely stay here again as I plan to go back as soon as possible.
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Kerstin
Jun 16, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Absolutely lovely hotel within walking distance to Pier 1 and many restaurant, yet very quite. The staff went above and beyond and rooms are very clean and spacious. Thanks for the lively stay!
Absolutely lovely hotel within walking distance to Pier 1 and many restaurant, yet very quite. The staff went above and beyond and rooms are very clean and spacious. Thanks for the lively stay!
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Shaena
Sep 6, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Centrally located with lots of choices to shop and eat. A block away from The Port and plenty of taxis available. The Staff was great and their breakfasts in the morning are incredible! WiFi was a little spotty but that’s the only thing I’d change. They even packed us little snack bags for our airport run!!
Centrally located with lots of choices to shop and eat. A block away from The Port and plenty of taxis available. The Staff was great and their breakfasts in the morning are incredible! WiFi was a little spotty but that’s the only thing I’d change. They even packed us little snack bags for our airport run!!
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Alexan
Jan 24, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The hotel is in a fantastic location, close to everything in Puerto Ayora and especially the port docks from where all excursions start. It was very nice, clean, comfortable, spacious, offered great breakfast with a view of the port, nice bar + swimming pool area.
The hotel is in a fantastic location, close to everything in Puerto Ayora and especially the port docks from where all excursions start. It was very nice, clean, comfortable, spacious, offered great breakfast with a view of the port, nice bar + swimming pool area.
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Wendy
Jul 9, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The property is beautiful. Close to restaurants, travel agencies, pharmacy, stores. Walking distance to the docks and convenience stores. Service was outstanding, food was amazing, rooms were impecable and staff was so nice and friendly. Will definitely recommend and can’t wait to return soon!
The property is beautiful. Close to restaurants, travel agencies, pharmacy, stores. Walking distance to the docks and convenience stores. Service was outstanding, food was amazing, rooms were impecable and staff was so nice and friendly. Will definitely recommend and can’t wait to return soon!
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Edward
Dec 30, 2022
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Stayed 19,351 nights
very nice large rooms and right off the Main Street and one block to the pier
very nice large rooms and right off the Main Street and one block to the pier
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Dining
Breakfast is generally enjoyed with rooftop views, but several guests note limited variety and coffee not available early; the on‑site restaurant and bar receive positive feedback.
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wenru
Jan 11, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
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Misty
Oct 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This hotel is beautiful, it looks even better in person than it does in the pictures. Rooftop restaurant and downstairs pool area were especially nice. Great service in restaurant with excellent breakfast buffet. Huge bathroom and enormous bed. Staff went out of their way to provide me with hypoallergenic bed linens (no down/feathers). Nice toiletries. Wish the shower had better pressure and you could flush toilet paper but that's a problem everywhere on Santa Cruz, not specific to this hotel. Extremely close to the main strip of restaurants and bars and front desk staff gave us dining options upon request, including a map of the area. They arranged taxi service for us upon departure. Only stayed one night and really wish we had stayed longer. Only downside was the lack of soundproof rooms. Birds and fellow guests can be early risers and you will here them making noise quite early in the morning.
This hotel is beautiful, it looks even better in person than it does in the pictures. Rooftop restaurant and downstairs pool area were especially nice. Great service in restaurant with excellent breakfast buffet. Huge bathroom and enormous bed. Staff went out of their way to provide me with hypoallergenic bed linens (no down/feathers). Nice toiletries. Wish the shower had better pressure and you could flush toilet paper but that's a problem everywhere on Santa Cruz, not specific to this hotel. Extremely close to the main strip of restaurants and bars and front desk staff gave us dining options upon request, including a map of the area. They arranged taxi service for us upon departure. Only stayed one night and really wish we had stayed longer. Only downside was the lack of soundproof rooms. Birds and fellow guests can be early risers and you will here them making noise quite early in the morning.
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Claudia Miyoko
Apr 14, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Eu realmente fiquei impactada negativamente quando cheguei do Hotel Índigo em San Cristóvão para me hospedar nesse. Então digo que como primeira impressão não achei muito bom. Não tinha escolhido o quarto mais simples, vi nas fotos do Hotels e achei que seria a outra categoria que nos foi oferecido. O banheiro inundava todas as vezes que tomamos banho. As toalhas são muito velhas. A roupa de cama também. Mas a gente supera e no final achei tudo bom. Café da manhã não é lá grande coisa. Preferimos pedir o Box que parecia mais saboroso. Também não recebemos a cortesia de uma garrafa de vinho por estadia. Me senti um pouco enganada do que eu comprei e do que me foi oferecido. Mas enfim, a localização é muito boa. Melhor ficar nesse hotel que nos outros mais luxuosos mas que ficam no meio do nada. O atendimento é muito bom nesse hotel.
Eu realmente fiquei impactada negativamente quando cheguei do Hotel Índigo em San Cristóvão para me hospedar nesse. Então digo que como primeira impressão não achei muito bom. Não tinha escolhido o quarto mais simples, vi nas fotos do Hotels e achei que seria a outra categoria que nos foi oferecido. O banheiro inundava todas as vezes que tomamos banho. As toalhas são muito velhas. A roupa de cama também. Mas a gente supera e no final achei tudo bom. Café da manhã não é lá grande coisa. Preferimos pedir o Box que parecia mais saboroso. Também não recebemos a cortesia de uma garrafa de vinho por estadia. Me senti um pouco enganada do que eu comprei e do que me foi oferecido. Mas enfim, a localização é muito boa. Melhor ficar nesse hotel que nos outros mais luxuosos mas que ficam no meio do nada. O atendimento é muito bom nesse hotel.
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Christopher
Nov 27, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Amazing location, very helpful staff, restaurant was very good, with a great view.
Amazing location, very helpful staff, restaurant was very good, with a great view.
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yaron
Mar 25, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Very nice hotel. Clean. Big room. Nice pool. Breakfast is poor, I expected much more variety for the price of the hotel. Centrally located.
Very nice hotel. Clean. Big room. Nice pool. Breakfast is poor, I expected much more variety for the price of the hotel. Centrally located.
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Shaena
Sep 6, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Centrally located with lots of choices to shop and eat. A block away from The Port and plenty of taxis available. The Staff was great and their breakfasts in the morning are incredible! WiFi was a little spotty but that’s the only thing I’d change. They even packed us little snack bags for our airport run!!
Centrally located with lots of choices to shop and eat. A block away from The Port and plenty of taxis available. The Staff was great and their breakfasts in the morning are incredible! WiFi was a little spotty but that’s the only thing I’d change. They even packed us little snack bags for our airport run!!
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Michelle
Apr 21, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Great staff and location. Breakfasts were great with pretty views. We also really enjoyed dinner the night we ate there. The rooms were very spacious. Would highly recommend.
Great staff and location. Breakfasts were great with pretty views. We also really enjoyed dinner the night we ate there. The rooms were very spacious. Would highly recommend.
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Christian
Jul 17, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Gutes und preiswertes Hotel auf Santa Cruz. Das Hotel liegt direkt in der Nähe vom Hafen und auch einem Supermarkt. Die Dachterasse ist sehr schön und dort wird auch das Frühstücksbuffet angeboten.
Gutes und preiswertes Hotel auf Santa Cruz. Das Hotel liegt direkt in der Nähe vom Hafen und auch einem Supermarkt. Die Dachterasse ist sehr schön und dort wird auch das Frühstücksbuffet angeboten.
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Poul
Dec 9, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Excelente el hotel. La ubicacion no podía ser mejor. Nuestra habitación super cómoda, el desayuno muy bueno. La atención de todo el personal de primera. La comida del restaurante excelente. Recomendadisimo!
Excelente el hotel. La ubicacion no podía ser mejor. Nuestra habitación super cómoda, el desayuno muy bueno. La atención de todo el personal de primera. La comida del restaurante excelente. Recomendadisimo!
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scott
Aug 28, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Unique and tranquil. The coffee situation and not being available is my only complaint. Most people are early risers and would like coffee watching sunrise. Period!
Unique and tranquil. The coffee situation and not being available is my only complaint. Most people are early risers and would like coffee watching sunrise. Period!
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Cheryl
Sep 8, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
I highly recommend this hotel. It is very clean and staff is very friendly. The air conditioning worked great and we were very comfortable in our rooms. The rooftop restaurant is very good and is very scenic. We had breakfast there and wished we would have had dinner there too. Good location. Highly recommend.
I highly recommend this hotel. It is very clean and staff is very friendly. The air conditioning worked great and we were very comfortable in our rooms. The rooftop restaurant is very good and is very scenic. We had breakfast there and wished we would have had dinner there too. Good location. Highly recommend.
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Nawab
Aug 7, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Amazing and very helpful staff. Location is excellent.
Amazing and very helpful staff. Location is excellent.
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Esteban A
Aug 5, 2026
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Stayed 6 nights
It was a great hotel with great staff!
It was a great hotel with great staff!
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Maria
Jun 29, 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
Breakfast was fantastic. Staff was friendly and helpful in recommending things to do and setting up transportation for us. Beds were comfortable.
Breakfast was fantastic. Staff was friendly and helpful in recommending things to do and setting up transportation for us. Beds were comfortable.
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mayrita
Jun 16, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Amazing place
Amazing place
FAQs about Ikala Galapagos Hotel
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM and check-out is until 10:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
Are airport shuttle services available?
Airport shuttle services are available for a surcharge of USD 60.00 per person (one-way). Guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival to arrange the transfer.
What accessibility features does the hotel offer?
The hotel has limited wheelchair accessibility, including a wheelchair-accessible registration desk and public areas.
Where is the hotel located in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is located in Puerto Ayora, just a 2-minute walk from Las Grietas and 7 minutes by foot from Playa de los Alemanes. It is 0.4 miles from Tortuga Bay Beach and 0.9 miles from Charles Darwin Research Station.
Does the hotel have a swimming pool?
Yes, the hotel features an outdoor swimming pool. The pool is seasonal and operational hours are not specified.
What are the hotel's policies for guests staying with children?
One child 6 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
What are the policies regarding extra beds or cribs?
The hotel offers rollaway beds for a fee of USD 70.00 per day. Advance request or confirmation may be required.
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This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). To arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- Tax ID - 0993143979001
- This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
- One child 6 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
- Airport shuttle fee: USD 75.00 per person (one-way)
- Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 75.00 (one-way), (up to 12 years old)
- Rollaway bed fee: USD 70.0 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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