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Ikala Galapagos Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, 7-minute walk to Playa de los Alemanes

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Ikala Galapagos Hotel, steps from the Charles Darwin Research Station, offers a serene escape with ocean views from its rooftop restaurant. Guests can borrow bikes, cool off in the outdoor pool, or use beach towels for seaside trips. Attentive staff ensure a welcoming atmosphere.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AED 807
AED 888 total
6 Dec - 7 Dec

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Room options

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Superior Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Smart TV
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Standard Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Tomas de Berlanga 110 y Moises Brito, Puerto Ayora, Ecuador, EC200350

What's nearby

  • Malecon - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Las Grietas - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Academy Bay - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Las Ninfas Lagoon - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Charles Darwin Research Station - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Santa Cruz Brewery - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Golden Prague Galapagos - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Limón Café Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Isla Grill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bahia Mar - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Ikala Galapagos Hotel

Upscale hotel near Playa de los Alemanes
Located close to Las Grietas and Charles Darwin Research Station, Ikala Galapagos Hotel provides a free breakfast buffet, a poolside bar, and a rooftop terrace. Active travelers can enjoy cycling at this hotel. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Ikala La Terraza, offers breakfast, dinner, and ocean views. In addition to a garden and a playground, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and a telescope
  • Beach towels, a water dispenser, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Smoke-free premises, a front-desk safe, and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Rainfall showers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 55-inch Smart TVs with Netflix and cable channels
  • Refrigerators, ceiling fans, 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
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Ikala La Terraza

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Separate bedroom
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Telescope

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 2017
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with cable channels
  • iPod dock
  • Netflix

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 70.0 per day

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 60.00 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 60.00 (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.

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
Tax ID - 0993143979001
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Ikala Galapagos Hotel Puerto Ayora
Ikala Galapagos Puerto Ayora
Ikala Galapagos
Ikala Galapagos Hotel Hotel
Ikala Galapagos Hotel Puerto Ayora
Ikala Galapagos Hotel Hotel Puerto Ayora

Frequently asked questions

Does Ikala Galapagos Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Ikala Galapagos Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Ikala Galapagos Hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Ikala Galapagos Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Ikala Galapagos Hotel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Does Ikala Galapagos Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 60.00 per person applies.

Where is Ikala Galapagos Hotel located?

Situated near the beach, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Las Grietas and Playa de los Alemanes. Charles Darwin Research Station and Tortuga Bay Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Ikala Galapagos Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 100 out of 124 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 124 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 124 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 124 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 124 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Przemyslaw

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel. Very convenient localization. And impeccable service!!! Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

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

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location, very helpful staff, restaurant was very good, with a great view.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

DON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely time. The staff were so kind and the location was amazing while also remaining quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Viktoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ikala is a great hotel.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cirino

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super place! Clean, comfortable, spacious and modern. The staff was perfect and extremely friendly. Fully recommend for anyone staying in town.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olesya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I think this is the best place to stay on Santa Cruz, everyone was excellent and provided great service.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very nice large rooms and right off the Main Street and one block to the pier

10/10 Excellent

Alexan

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

Highly recommended!

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

eekontour

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well kept and modern hotel with very helpful and happy staff
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Edel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent customer service, very nice hotel, I will recommend it.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is ok, location very good, staff is very helpfull, rest is your disaire???
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria Lourdes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and friendly hotel and staff. Close to everything. The service is up to par, the breakfast is great and the staff are attentive. Definitely one of the plus on our visit to the beautiful Galápagos Islands.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming staff, clean room with nice towels and robes
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and helpful. The room was spacious and cleaned.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Koen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerstin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janeth

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excelente
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

ajay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location small boutique home style set up and conservation of beautiful trees All the staff members did excellent job taking care of us for 4 days Drinks food daily breakfast very tastefully offered 5 star service and location planning to stay in 2023
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Lovely

The hotel was lovely. Staff were really helpful, the pool was nice. Can't say more about it just that it was a lovely stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

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

Great Place to Stay for Island Hopping.

Very good hotel - seems like one of the best in Puerto Ayora. Rooms were very large and bathrooms were nice. Food was OK, but breakfast was really good. This is a great place to stay if you are looking for a luxury hotel to couple with many day excursions. Great views from the restaurant.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ulpiana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a beautiful, modern, comfortable and quiet hotel. The breakfast is excellent and the staff so kind and helpful. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, well run . Rooms very spacious , clean. Excellent service at breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019