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The Island Home

3.0 star property
The Galápagos retreat where travelers can cycle around the island or relax on a peaceful patio, embracing the laid-back island atmosphere

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Beach nearby, beach towels - The Island Home (Puerto Ayora)
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Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes - The Island Home (Puerto Ayora)
Property entrance - The Island Home (Puerto Ayora)
The Island Home, near Charles Darwin Research Station, offers a tranquil escape with a charming terrace. Guests can explore the area on bicycles, enjoy in-room WiFi, and use convenient dry cleaning and laundry services during their stay.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Room service

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Double Room Standard

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3

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Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, City View

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Twin Room Standard

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Located in Puerto Ayora, The Island Home is in the city center and on a lake. While the natural beauty of Galápagos National Park and Tortuga Bay Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Las Grietas. Charles Darwin Research Station and Malecon are two other places to visit that come recommended. Snorkeling offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours, hiking/biking trails, and mountain biking nearby. Visit our Puerto Ayora travel guide
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Ignacio Hernandez, Marchena, Puerto Ayora, Islas Galápagos, 200350

What's nearby

  • Academy Bay
    Academy Bay
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Charles Darwin Research Station
    Charles Darwin Research Station
    12 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Fishing Piers
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Malecon
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Las Grietas
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour)
    79 min drive

Restaurants

  • Islander Coffee Roasters
    7 min walk
  • Santa Cruz Brewery
    15 min walk
  • Limón Café Bar
    16 min walk
  • 1835 Coffee Lab
    10 min walk
  • Isla Grill
    13 min walk

About this property

The Island Home

Hotel near Galápagos National Park
Located close to Charles Darwin Research Station and Malecon, The Island Home provides a terrace and dry cleaning/laundry services. Active travelers can enjoy cycling at this hotel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and express check-out
  • A front-desk safe, a computer station, and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guestrooms at The Island Home offer thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • On the bay
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Minibar
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:30 AM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 10 percent for credit card payments
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome

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 24 per room
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 10 percent

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
Alcohol is not served or permitted at this property

Frequently asked questions

Is The Island Home pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Island Home?

Check-in start time: 11:30 AM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Island Home?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Does The Island Home provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 24 per room applies.

Where is The Island Home located?

Located in the heart of Puerto Ayora, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Galápagos National Park, Charles Darwin Research Station, and Las Grietas. Malecon and Playa de los Alemanes are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

The Island Home Reviews

7.6

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

10

Amenities

7.0

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christhian N

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to spend the night before going to the adventure Santa Cruz Island has to offer. 15-20 min walk from port which can be turned into a 3 min taxi ride if in a hurry!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

4/10 Poor

Joseph

Stay away from here

Owner was friendly and helpful but the hotel or B&B grossly overpriced! The neighborhood was away from the tourist area and the outside of the hotel was unappealing. The 10 minute walk to Darwin Street was in a poor section, an old mattress lying about. Breakfast was good. The reception area was poor. I have photos. Worth about $40 a night not the $110 l prepaid and could not cancel reservation
The outside of hotel
Road to Darwin St
Road to Darwin st. Not dangerous but poor
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gladys Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
100% Lo Recomiendo 1. Mary Administradora me trato como su hermana. Me dio su whatsaap, lugares para visitar, comer y me preguntaba necesitas mas toallas, lo que necesites. Lo que mas me sorprendio. El taxi esperaba por mi. Yo tenia miedo a los secuestros. Y Mary salio a chequear quien era el taxi y me dijo: "yo lo conozco" Galapagos es seguro. 2. La ubicacion del hotel.Excelente. (en Taxi $2) Esta a 5 minutos del Muelle. Reserva Ch. Darwin. El Malecon y el Mercado. 3.Empleado del hotel Me llevo a la habitacion me abrio la puerta, prendio la tv y el aire acondicionado Nuevo! La habitacion limpia, fresca, la decoracion, los cuadros hermosos. Espejo gigante y La Refrigeradora. 100% I Recommend It:1. Mary, the manager, treated me like a sister. She gave me her WhatsApp number and throughout my stay recommended places to visit and eat, and she asked, if I needed more towels, anything I need I let know her. For me the most awesome: the taxi was waiting for me. I was afraid of kidnappings, but Mary, went out to check who the taxi driver and told me, "I know him. Galapagos is safe. 2. The hotel's location is excellent. (Taxi costs $2) it's a 5-minute to Ferry, Charles Darwin R. 3. Hotel Employee took me to my room, opened the door, and turned on the TV and the brand-new air conditioning! The room was clean the decor excellent, and the pictures beautiful. A giant mirror covered the entire wall and Refrigerator.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gonzalo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La propiedad está a 10 min del centro, lo cual es ideal para descasar y dar un paseo, en la zona hay comercios locales y las personas son amigables. Si bien es cierto que esa parte no es turística, tienes la oportunidad de saber cómo es la realidad de las personas que viven ahí. Buen desayuno, buena limpieza, check in eficiente, pero lo mejor fue el anfitrión, nos ayudaron en todo, nos dieron muchos consejos sobre los puntos que teníamos previsto visitar y pudimos conocer otros nuevos y diferentes que no se promocionan normalmente. Para mi familia, un viaje es ir más allá de lo conocido, y esta propiedad lo cumplió, la recomiendo.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

TATSUMI

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
いくら物価が高いと言っても値段と設備が釣り合っていません。 天井近くだけの小窓しかない部屋で冷蔵庫なし、バスルームは多少広いですがあまり綺麗ではありません。 連泊なのにタオルの交換ありませんでした。 唯一プラスを見つけるなら、周囲がローカルエリアなので繁華街より商店やレストランの値段が安いことくらいでしょうか。
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023