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Ikala Galapagos Hotel

4.0 star property
A peaceful tropical retreat with a rooftop terrace perfect for relaxation, or as a starting point for Galapagos adventures with island-style hospitality

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Breakfast, dinner served; local and international cuisine, ocean views - Ikala Galapagos Hotel (Puerto Ayora)
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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers - Ikala Galapagos Hotel (Puerto Ayora)
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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.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Room options

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

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 | 1 bedroom, down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated

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 neighborhood

Located in Puerto Ayora, Ikala Galapagos Hotel is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Las Grietas and Playa de los Alemanes. Tortuga Bay Beach and Charles Darwin Research Station are two other places to visit that come recommended. Kayaking, scuba diving, and snorkeling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby. Visit our Puerto Ayora travel guide
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Tomas de Berlanga 110 y Moises Brito, Puerto Ayora, Ecuador, EC200350

What's nearby

  • About to motor boat up the Napo River in the Amazon jungle
    Academy Bay
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Listen to the silence. #Patterns
    Las Ninfas Lagoon
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Giant tortoises are the longest-lived of all vertebrates, averaging over 100 years. The oldest on record lived to be 152. There are now only 11 types of giant tortoises left in the Galápagos, down from 15 when Darwin arrived. Hunted as food by pirates, whalers, and merchantmen during the 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries, more than 100,000 tortoises are estimated to have been killed off.
    Charles Darwin Research Station
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Las Grietas
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Malecon
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles

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

Upscale hotel near Las Grietas
Located close to Playa de los Alemanes 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 front-desk safe
  • Multilingual staff, a water dispenser, and beach towels
  • A 24-hour front desk, outdoor furniture, and tour/ticket assistance
  • 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:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Rainfall showers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 42-inch Smart TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, balconies, and refrigerators

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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
  • 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

More

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

Room amenities

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

Entertainment

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

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

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:

  • 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 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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Reviews

Ikala Galapagos Hotel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 107 out of 131 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 131 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 131 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 131 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 131 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous property and wonderful staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alan Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are spacious and the hotel is centrally located. Puerto Ayora is a very pleasant place to visit. The Ikala hotel was a great base for an exciting zgalapagos adventure!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff—very helpful. Nice room and good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marco

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is very upscale and quiet! You won’t go wrong here. It is central to everything in Puerto Ayora.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheelagh

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly and helpful. The room is large and clean. The courtyard is beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

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

Amazing Property

Our stay at Hotel Ikala was a wonderful experience. Clean spacious rooms with beautiful common areas. Breakfast was fresh and delicious. Would recommend 10/10!
View from our room
Front of the property
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

CHRISTIAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I will start with the amazing staff always there to help you, property is safe and in a great location. Rooms are comfortable but internet signal around of property is very little. Breakfast buffet is very tasty and delicious.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautiful. Close to restaurants, travel agencies, pharmacy, stores. Walking distance to the docks and convenience stores. Service was outstanding, food was amazing, rooms were impecable and staff was so nice and friendly. Will definitely recommend and can’t wait to return soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

abel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and great location. We used the free bikes every day to go around the town. The breakfast has a great selection of options and the staff prepares the eggs just how you want it. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Needs more storage space and a long mirror. Really liked the trees and landscaping.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

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