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Galapagos Dreams

3.0 star property
Hostal with a full-service spa, steps from Galápagos National Park

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Standard Quadruple Room | 1 bedroom, down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Galapagos Dreams combines modern comforts with natural oceanfront charm after its 2020 revitalization. Travelers appreciate the on-site coffee shop, bar, and restaurant, plus free WiFi and laundry facilities. Guests consistently mention the helpful staff who enhance their stay.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
The current price is AED 304
AED 335 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct

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Standard Single Room | 1 bedroom, down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2020
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Satellite channels
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2020
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Satellite channels
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

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Standard Triple Room | 1 bedroom, down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2020
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Satellite channels
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Large Twin Bed

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Standard Quadruple Room | 1 bedroom, down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Quadruple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2020
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Satellite channels
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Superior Suite | 1 bedroom, down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2020
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Family Suite | 1 bedroom, down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2020
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed - queen
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

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Premium Studio Suite | 1 bedroom, down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premium Studio Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2020
Sofa bed
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room Standard

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1

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1 bedroom, down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room Standard

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room Standard

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Triple Room Standard

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Quadruple Room Standard

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4

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1 bedroom, down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room Standard

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Triple Room Standard

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3

About the neighborhood

Located in Puerto Ayora, Galapagos Dreams is in the city center and near the beach. While the natural beauty of Galápagos National Park and Academy Bay can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Las Grietas. Charles Darwin Research Station and Malecon are two other places to visit that come recommended. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and ecotours nearby.
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Av. Cucuve y Floreana, Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz

What's nearby

  • Academy Bay - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Fishing Piers - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Charles Darwin Research Station - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Malecon - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Las Grietas - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Islander Coffee Roasters - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Santa Cruz Brewery - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪1835 Coffee Lab - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Limón Café Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Isla Grill - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Galapagos Dreams

Hostal remodeled in 2020 and located near Galápagos National Park
Located close to Malecon and Charles Darwin Research Station, Galapagos Dreams provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and laundry facilities. Active travelers can enjoy cycling at this hostal. Indulge in a body scrub, a manicure/pedicure, and a body treatment at the onsite spa. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a restaurant.
Additional perks include:
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and express check-out
  • Luggage storage, coffee/tea in the lobby, and a TV in the lobby
  • Water sports equipment, tour/ticket assistance, and a water dispenser
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Galapagos Dreams offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
  • 32-inch Smart TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: USD 7 for adults and USD 5 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • TV in common areas
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Facials
  • Hydrotherapy
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 2010
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated entire property - June 2020

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 20
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Ecuador value-added tax (15%). Nonresident travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa may be exempt from value-added tax (15%).

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 7 for adults and USD 5 for children
  • Early check-in fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

GALAPAGOS DREAMS Hostel Puerto Ayora
GALAPAGOS DREAMS Hostel
GALAPAGOS DREAMS Puerto Ayora
GALAPAGOS DREAMS
GALAPAGOS DREAMS Hostal Puerto Ayora
GALAPAGOS DREAMS Hostal
GALAPAGOS DREAMS Hostal
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GALAPAGOS DREAMS Hostal Puerto Ayora

Frequently asked questions

Is Galapagos Dreams pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Galapagos Dreams?

This hostal doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Galapagos Dreams?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 20 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Galapagos Dreams?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Galapagos Dreams located?

Located in the heart of Puerto Ayora, this spa hostal is within a 5-minute walk of Galápagos National Park and Academy Bay. Las Grietas and Malecon are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Galapagos Dreams Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.0

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 123 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 123 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 123 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 123 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 123 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Filippo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The whole team did an amazing job, and special shout out to Andy who went above and beyond to provide the best service. Jonatan has an incredible team and they made this one of the best experiences even when things did not go as planned. They were able to accommodate as much as possible in a short period of time. Hotel and tour agency staff are top notch.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Yoshinori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was different from the one I reserved, so they changed it for me, which was a bit of a hassle. The staff were all kind and friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

esperanza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for 4 days was very good, the breakfast was delicious and also we booked the activities with them, everything was excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and service.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Byron Jefferson Benavides

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
close to everything and quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rudolf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Excellent value for money

Excellent hotel! We also stayed in another one in Puerto Ayora a week before. Almost double the prize and about the same ratings (except they had a large pool). Dreams is very good value for money and in a great location. Friendly staff. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dongwei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great hospitality. The best service.

10/10 Excellent

Courtney N.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Family Trip 2025

We had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The location was perfect, making it easy to explore the area. The staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful, always ready to assist with any questions or requests. The service was top-notch, and they made us feel welcome throughout our stay. For a fee, they conveniently arrange transportation to and from Baltar Airport, which made our trip even smoother. Additionally, they provide free clean cold/hot drinking water and coffee for guests downstairs, which was a nice touch. We would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a comfortable and convenient place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lata

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hostel within walking distance of the Main Street. Super tour coordinator- Jonathan.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Celia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
All of the staff is very friendly and go above and beyond to help you. Breakfast was great, the free cofee and hot/cold water was a plus. We booked a half day tour in their tour agency and had a great experience. Located just a few minutes walking distance to restaurants, markets, souvenir shops, tour agencies etc.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Austin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My partner and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay here! The staff is incredible - so friendly and helpful! We booked one of our tours through their travel agency as well and thought it was great. The hotel organized our transportation to and from the airport, which was nice because it involved a car, water taxi, and bus. Very much recommend this place if you are staying on Santa Cruz in the Galapagos!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great little place

Great little place! Couldn’t do enough for you. Breakfast changed every day, which was lovely. The ladies serving breakfast were lovely too. In a good location to get around to everywhere.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Friendly staff and great breakfast

We really enjoyed the 3 nights we spent here. The staff is very helpful and friendly. The breakfast was delicious. They stored our luggage when we went to another Island for a couple of days. The rooms on the first floor are a little noisy, but we are early risers, so it was okay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent host and highly recommend! We are a family with kids therefore needed additional space and comfort, GD provided great service, good breakfast, clean, and close to many options like the beach, port, food, bakery and mini market nearby. Will say here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for one night at this property and everything was great! The room was well appointed and even had a mini fridge. We were given delicious juice upon arrival. Water pressure was great. Their common areas/bar are really cool and this is a unique and fun property. We will be back!

10/10 Excellent

Jalyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was awesome for a stay and we wish we would have been able to stay longer. The room was spacious, clean, comfortable. The little kitchen area was a wonderful amenity in the room and the 2nd sink was so handy to have for 3 adults sharing a room. The staff was super friendly and even made us to go breakfasts the minute they arrived since our ferry was leaving at the exact time breakfast officially started. It was a perfect stay! My only complaint was that we were not there longer!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly, cordial. We arrived early and they made every effort to have our room ready as soon as possible without even asking. They greeted us with a glass of cold tea which was very good and much needed because we were thirsty from walking from the pier to the hotel. They also let us know that the breakfast time had already finished but since the following day we were leaving early to take the ferry they could offer us the included breakfast on the day of our arrival, so we had a wonderful and homey breakfast with eggs, ham, cheese, coffee, fresh fruit, yogurt and it was heaven because we had just come by ferry and hadn't had time to have breakfast. They had water, coffee and tea at the lobby all day. We could walk to the main pier and shopping and dining areas easily, safely and comfortably.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

LINDA JUNE

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tatsuhiko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michel

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anuradha

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenji

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

jing jing

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024