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El Barranco Galapagos

2.5 star property
Mediterranean hotel with free breakfast and a coffee shop

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Take advantage of free continental breakfast, a poolside bar, and a free daily manager's reception at El Barranco Galapagos. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), is available to all guests, along with a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Hot Tub
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry

Room options

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Superior Double Room, Bay View | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Double Room, Bay View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 22 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Superior Room, Bay View | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Room, Bay View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Family Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Family Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

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Family Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Yard
Patio
Soundproofed
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
3 bedrooms
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 King Beds and 3 Twin Beds

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Standard Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Minibar
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Los colonos, Puerto Ayora, Galapagos, 200102

What's nearby

  • Malecon - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Las Grietas - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Academy Bay - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Las Ninfas Lagoon - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Charles Darwin Research Station - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Santa Cruz Brewery - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Golden Prague Galapagos - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Limón Café Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bahia Mar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Rock - ‬3 min walk

About this property

El Barranco Galapagos

Hotel near Galápagos National Park
You can look forward to free continental breakfast, a poolside bar, and a free daily manager's reception at El Barranco Galapagos. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), and guests can find other amenities such as a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), beach umbrellas, and beach towels
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby and meeting rooms
Room features
All guestrooms at El Barranco Galapagos feature thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Showers, hair dryers, and shampoo
  • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to 10:30 PM on request

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • In a national park
  • On the bay
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mediterranean architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

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Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

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
The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 45.0 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 70 per vehicle (roundtrip, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 70 (roundtrip), (from 3 to 11 years old)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 45.0 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
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
Pool access available from 1:00 PM to 10:00 PM
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

El Barranco
Hotel Barranco Galapagos
El Barranco Galapagos Hotel
El Barranco Galapagos Puerto Ayora
El Barranco Galapagos Hotel Puerto Ayora

Frequently asked questions

Does El Barranco Galapagos have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 1:00 PM–10:00 PM.

Is El Barranco Galapagos pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

El Barranco Galapagos doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at El Barranco Galapagos?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at El Barranco Galapagos?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Does El Barranco Galapagos provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 6:00 AM–10:30 PM on request. A fee of USD 70 per vehicle applies.

Where is El Barranco Galapagos located?

Situated on the waterfront, this hotel is steps from Galápagos National Park, Academy Bay, and Las Grietas. Malecon and Gus Angermeyer Ferry Terminal are just steps away.

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El Barranco Galapagos Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sebastian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible place to book your stay in Santa Cruz. Excelent service, rooms and personel.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

stephanie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a beautiful hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

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

Wonderful place in all aspects

Great location to town, beautiful pool, restaurant area on canal, room very clean, beds soft, breakfast delicious and front desk extremely helpful with all actions: taxi service, laundry, food suggestions
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great. Pool was really nice with lots of wildlife to watch right off the side of the it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service. Excellent recently renovated property. Can't recommend highly enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is amazing!!! The staff was great and the amenities are top! The hot tub is open all day! Breakfast was the best I’ve had in a hotel. We will definitely recommend it to friends. We stayed at the dock house and it was unbelievable, just make sure the propane tank for the hot tub is connected when you are checking in so when you are ready to use it, you can get it going no problem … otherwise dock house is the best
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl Magnus Pysak

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very helpful and kind to us. The view and the bar outside at the sea was excellent. We loved it all!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

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

Amazing Hotel!

I had an amazing stay at Barranco Hotel! I stayed at the Dock House and the service was excellent from start to finish. The location couldn't be better just a short walk to the malecon and all the main attractions. The continental breakfast was fresh and delicious, a perfect way to start the day. I will definitely be coming back and staying here again. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

tules

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
amazing hotel and the best service the pool is the perfect spot to see seals, sea turtles, sting rays, sharks and pelicans , at night it’s quiet and the room was perfect. loved especially my balcony overlooking the docks.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing location overlooking the bay. We saw sea turtles, reef sharks, sea lions and lots of fish just sitting at the bar sipping cocktails. Breakfast is at the sister hotel across the road. The food served is from 2pm-10pm only (and also comes from across the street) and is cash only but very delicious (we had the meat and fish skewers). Only stayed one night before our cruise but would definitely stay there again if we were to return (and for longer than one night only).
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Alicia

Good location,but the hotel is under construction is a lot of construction noise,we was one night without water and towels what we find very inconvenient in this moment is not restaurant so if you book with breakfast they will send you to other hotel to take breakfast.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRIS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our family's second trip to the Galapagos and we found the new Hotel Barranco online and took a chance as it didn't have many reviews. We had a wonderful stay! Everything is brand new, clean, and beautifully decorated! The location is super convenient to the dock for the ferries and excursions. Jobeth was super helpful setting up our trips and recommending restaurants. One of the highlights of the property is the pool overlooking the lagoon with the resident seals relaxing by the water. Was great to cool off with a cocktail by the bar after our daily adventures. Totally recommend this hotel for your family's stay in the Galapagos!! Thanks to all the staff for a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacobus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
dock house is een fantastisch huis om met een gezin te verblijven.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great service and location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

agnieszka

Liked: Cleanliness
Staff was super friendly but when you book the hotel they don’t tell you that they are doing renovations and it’s so loud during the day from all the construction noise.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kateryna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely incredible property. Immaculately clean with kind, attentive staff
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

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

El lugar estuvo muy bonito

La estadía fue cómoda nos quedamos en el dock house y la atención fue agradable
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Maria Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Muy buen hotel, muy nuevo. Las camas son un poco pequeñas. Ojalá inauguren pronto el restaurante ya que el desayuno del hotel (toca ir al hotel de al frente) es muy regular.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rass

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Het hotel is in maart 2025 geopend. Staat is uitstekend, alleen is er nog geen ontbijt bij het hotel mogelijk (wordt nog verbouwd) maar het ontbijt wordt aangeboden bij een hostel vlakbij (kwaliteit van ontbijt is beperkt). Personeel is jong en vriendelijk. Zwembad en jacuzzi zijn fijn, maar het zwembad is niet verwarmd (en dus fris). Maken een gezellig kampvuur als je daarom vraagt en kunnen ook diner opties organiseren voor in het hotel. Wij hebben heel er genoten van ons verblijf.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renata

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Instalaciones en muy buen estado. El personal es muy amable.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

alejandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
El hotel es muy lindo y en general limpio y bien servicio. Sin embargo nos ofrecieron recogernos en el aeropuerto y no lo hicieron. Y hubo una noche completa y parte de la mañana sin agua ni luz
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ein wirklich schönes und neues Hotel direkt am Hafen und in der Nähe eines Supermarkts. Das Frühstück wird in Nachbarhotel serviert - was nicht wirklich stört, da es gleich gegenüber ist. Am besten fanden wir den Hotel Pool - Ein Infinitypool mit Blick auf die Boote und die felsige Landschaft. Auch Leihfahrräder werden gratis zur Verfügung gestellt.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pedro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente lugar con una ubicación excelente. Servicio cordial y amable.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Franklin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente atención y personal muy amable
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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