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Ikala Galapagos Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Las Grietas

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Breakfast, dinner served; local and international cuisine, ocean views
Front of property
Superior Double or Twin Room | View from room
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Superior Duplex | View from room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Tomas de Berlanga 110 y Moises Brito, Puerto Ayora, Ecuador, EC200350
  • Place, Malecon
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Las Grietas
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Academy Bay
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Airport, Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour)
    ‪104 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Double or Twin Room

Superior Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Standard Double or Twin Room

Standard Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

About the area

Puerto Ayora

Close to the beach.Within a 10-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Las Grietas and Playa de los Alemanes. Charles Darwin Research Station and Tortuga Bay Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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
  • ‪Limón Café Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Isla Grill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Gelato Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Rock - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Ikala Galapagos Hotel

4-star hotel near Las Grietas
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

You'll find a business center on site. An outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Ikala Galapagos Hotel. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee.

This 4-star Puerto Ayora hotel is smoke free.

  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 2017
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Ikala Galapagos Hotel offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to balconies. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature down comforters. 42-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

Things to do

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

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
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels
  • iPod dock

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 70.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Ecuador Value-Added Tax (VAT) at 15%. A VAT exemption is available to travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing they are not a resident of Ecuador.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. No onsite parking is available. The tax ID number is 0993143979001. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child 6 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in 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

How close is Ikala Galapagos Hotel to the airport?

Ikala Galapagos Hotel is 29.8 mi (80-min drive) away from the Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ikala Galapagos Hotel?

As of Mar 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ikala Galapagos Hotel on Mar 11, 2026 start from CA $300, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Ikala Galapagos Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Ikala Galapagos Hotel offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 60.00 per person, one-way.

How close is Ikala Galapagos Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 7-minute walk from Playa de los Alemanes and 0.4 mi (1-min drive) from Tortuga Bay Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Ikala Galapagos Hotel offer free breakfast?

Ikala Galapagos Hotel offers free buffet breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Ikala Galapagos Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Ikala Galapagos Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Ikala Galapagos Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Ikala Galapagos Hotel have a pool?

Ikala Galapagos Hotel features an outdoor pool.

Does Ikala Galapagos Hotel have a restaurant?

Ikala Galapagos Hotel is home to Ikala La Terraza, which features local and international cuisine and ocean views.

Does Ikala Galapagos Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Ikala Galapagos Hotel to downtown Puerto Ayora?

Ikala Galapagos Hotel is 0.4 mi away from Puerto Ayora.

Ikala Galapagos Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 111 out of 136 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 136 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 136 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 136 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 136 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shoko

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John, Marco Island

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marco, Marco Island

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

10/10 Excellent

Misty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaena

Travelled with family
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

8/10 Good

TARA

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

FUMIAKI, Santa Clara

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

LauraAnne

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

richard

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

RuGang

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beds too hard
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with partner
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

6/10 Okay

frank

Liked: Cleanliness
They forgot to pick me up , they apologized and thought by buying us one drink it would compensate the mistake , no gym , small pool .
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cirino, New York City

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

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

Azure

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Most things are walkable or a cheap taxi. Could get you around most other areas.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lyle John, Ramara

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria Lourdes

Travelled with partner
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

DON, South Pasadena

Travelled with family
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

Gloria, Randleman

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shari

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Poul

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

5 dias, 4 noches

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!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024