Puerto Ayora

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The hidden beauty of Playa el Garrapatero Beach on Santa Cruz Island on Galapagos Archipelago
The hidden beauty of Playa el Garrapatero Beach on Santa Cruz Island on Galapagos Archipelago
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Puerto Ayora es una ciudad en el centro de las islas Galápagos, Ecuador. Está situada en la isla Santa Cruz.
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Hotel Fiesta

Hotel Fiesta

3.5 out of 5
Calle Moises Brito y Juan Montalvo Puerto Ayora Galapagos
The price is AED 570 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
AED 570
AED 570 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Stay at this hotel in Puerto Ayora. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 hot tubs, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Las ...
9/10 Wonderful! (395 reviews)
Good reception staff. Good breakfast

Reviewed on 20 February 2026

Hotel Fiesta
Maidith Galapagos Inn

Maidith Galapagos Inn

3 out of 5
Calle Cucuve #341 y Seymour, Santa Cruz Puerto Ayora Galápagos
The price is AED 529 per night from Mar 9 to Mar 10
AED 529
AED 529 total
9 Mar - 10 Mar
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Puerto Ayora. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
10/10 Exceptional! (116 reviews)
We was there on February 11 and our stay was very welcoming ; the staff were very friendly and attentive to our needs , the room was always clean and tidy. They make you feel like family.

Reviewed on 5 March 2026

Maidith Galapagos Inn
Hotel el descanso del Guia

Hotel el descanso del Guia

3.5 out of 5
Calle Delfin, Barrio el Mirador Puerto Ayora Galapagos
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Puerto Ayora. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (193 reviews)
The staff was amazing, so attentive and kind!

Reviewed on 25 February 2026

Hotel el descanso del Guia
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Torre Mar Galapagos Boutique Suites

Torre Mar Galapagos Boutique Suites

3 out of 5
San Cristobal y General Rodriguez Lara Puerto Ayora
Stay at this aparthotel in Puerto Ayora. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Fishing Piers and Las Ninfas Lagoon ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (20 reviews)
Place was spotless! Very accommodating and helpful staff.

Reviewed on 1 March 2026

Torre Mar Galapagos Boutique Suites
Modern apartment with 18 feet ceilings and private terrace with view to a park

Modern apartment with 18 feet ceilings and private terrace with view to a park

Puerto Ayora Islas Galápagos
Stay at this apartment in Puerto Ayora. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Las Ninfas Lagoon and Malecon are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (22 reviews)
I highly recommend you stay here. Its is beautiful and also away from the crowd noise.

Reviewed on 31 January 2026

Modern apartment with 18 feet ceilings and private terrace with view to a park
Villa Galapagos

Villa Galapagos

2.5 out of 5
Fragata y Av. Seymour Puerto Ayora
Stay at this vacation home in Puerto Ayora. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and premium TV channels. Popular attractions Fishing Piers and Gus Angermeyer ...
6/10 (1 review)
着いて早々にダブルブッキングがわかった。これは施設というよりも、貴社のシステムの問題。前回も宿泊名簿に名前がなかったこともあり、強く改善をもとめる。

Reviewed on 16 August 2019

Villa Galapagos
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Puerto Ayora

4.6
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 62%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 33%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 4%
2 - Disappointing
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1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 1%

4/5 - Good

JuanandVal

We stayed in Puerto Ayora for Two nights and that was sufficient to see everything. We also had a layover for a few hours between ferries when we headed back from Isabela Island and going to San Cristobal, and we didn’t have much to do that was new.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Puerto Ayora is really a base to get on tours (and there’s tons of those on offer) but we really liked the variety and range of dining from los kiosk is to Almar, and shops, and met some very friendly locals too who made the trip a lot more special

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

It’s a small island town. You can walk from one far end of town to the other in a maximum of 30 minutes. People are friendly and warm.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Puerto Ayora is a great place to visit. We enjoyed seeing the giant tortoises, iguanas, sea lions, and varios birds. The people are very friendly and we felt safe as we traveled throughout the island.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Town that has everything you’d want from civilization in the Galapagos. They use US dollars here but no credit cards so make sure to carry cash with you. Prices are the same as the US so expect to spend $$$.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Puerto Ayora is the hub for all your Galapagos tours. By going to the islands and booking your trips there, you are ensuring that the money stays in the island for the local economy. :) be a mindful traveler!