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Galapagos Dreams

3.0 star property
3-star hostal perfect for exploring Puerto Ayora

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Exterior
Lobby
Superior Suite | Bathroom | Shower, designer toiletries, towels
Snack bar
Family Suite | 1 bedroom, down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
Av. Cucuve y Floreana, Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz
  • Charles Darwin Research Station
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Malecon
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Playa de los Alemanes
  • Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour)
    ‪72 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Triple Room | 1 bedroom, down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Triple Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Large Twin Bed

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Standard Quadruple Room | 1 bedroom, down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Quadruple Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Standard Single Room | 1 bedroom, down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Single Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Family Suite | 1 bedroom, down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Suite

  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

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Standard Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double or Twin Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

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Premium Studio Suite | 1 bedroom, down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premium Studio Suite

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Superior Suite | 1 bedroom, down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Suite

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room Standard

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Triple Room Standard

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room Standard

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room Standard

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Quadruple Room Standard

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Full Bed(s) and 3 Twin Bed(s)

About the neighborhood

Puerto Ayora

Oceanside stay.Within a 5-minute walk of this Puerto Ayora hostal, you'll find Galápagos National Park and Academy Bay. Fishing Piers and Gus Angermeyer Ferry Terminal are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Academy Bay - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Charles Darwin Research Station - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Malecon - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Las Grietas - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Las Ninfas Lagoon - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Almar Lounge & Grill Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪El Muelle De Darwin - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪TJ Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Golden Prague Galapagos - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Il Giardino - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Galapagos Dreams

3-star hostal perfect for exploring Puerto Ayora
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Galapagos Dreams. A complete renovation of Galapagos Dreams was completed in June 2020.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Puerto Ayora hostal.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 2010
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Galapagos Dreams offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations with designer toiletries and irons/ironing boards. Beds feature down comforters. 32-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. This Puerto Ayora hostal provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and in-room massages can be requested.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: USD 7 for adults and USD 5 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • TV in common areas
  • Water sports equipment

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 20
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Ecuador value-added tax (15%). Nonresident travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa may be exempt from value-added tax (15%).

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.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 7 for adults and USD 5 for children
  • Early check-in fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

GALAPAGOS DREAMS Hostel Puerto Ayora
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GALAPAGOS DREAMS Hostal Puerto Ayora
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Galapagos Dreams to the airport?

Galapagos Dreams is 30.2 mi (83-min drive) away from the Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Galapagos Dreams have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Galapagos Dreams.

How close is Galapagos Dreams to the beach?

This hostal is 0.8 mi (2-min drive) from Tortuga Bay Beach and 0.9 mi (7-min drive) from Playa de los Alemanes. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Galapagos Dreams offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Galapagos Dreams, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 7 for adults and USD 5 for children. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Galapagos Dreams?

No, there is no casino at this hostal.

What time is check-in at Galapagos Dreams?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Early check-in costs USD 20 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Galapagos Dreams?

Free parking is not available at this hostal.

Does Galapagos Dreams have a pool?

Galapagos Dreams does not have a pool.

Does Galapagos Dreams have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Galapagos Dreams have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostal.

How close is Galapagos Dreams to downtown Puerto Ayora?

Galapagos Dreams is 0.1 mi away from Puerto Ayora.

Galapagos Dreams Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 120 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 120 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 120 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 120 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 120 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rudolf

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

Excellent value for money

Excellent hotel! We also stayed in another one in Puerto Ayora a week before. Almost double the prize and about the same ratings (except they had a large pool). Dreams is very good value for money and in a great location. Friendly staff. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lata

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michel

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anuradha

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

esperanza

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for 4 days was very good, the breakfast was delicious and also we booked the activities with them, everything was excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenji, Houston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

jing jing

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Celia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
All of the staff is very friendly and go above and beyond to help you. Breakfast was great, the free cofee and hot/cold water was a plus. We booked a half day tour in their tour agency and had a great experience. Located just a few minutes walking distance to restaurants, markets, souvenir shops, tour agencies etc.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Sam

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Austin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My partner and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay here! The staff is incredible - so friendly and helpful! We booked one of our tours through their travel agency as well and thought it was great. The hotel organized our transportation to and from the airport, which was nice because it involved a car, water taxi, and bus. Very much recommend this place if you are staying on Santa Cruz in the Galapagos!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Byron Jefferson Benavides

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
close to everything and quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly, cordial. We arrived early and they made every effort to have our room ready as soon as possible without even asking. They greeted us with a glass of cold tea which was very good and much needed because we were thirsty from walking from the pier to the hotel. They also let us know that the breakfast time had already finished but since the following day we were leaving early to take the ferry they could offer us the included breakfast on the day of our arrival, so we had a wonderful and homey breakfast with eggs, ham, cheese, coffee, fresh fruit, yogurt and it was heaven because we had just come by ferry and hadn't had time to have breakfast. They had water, coffee and tea at the lobby all day. We could walk to the main pier and shopping and dining areas easily, safely and comfortably.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

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

Friendly staff and great breakfast

We really enjoyed the 3 nights we spent here. The staff is very helpful and friendly. The breakfast was delicious. They stored our luggage when we went to another Island for a couple of days. The rooms on the first floor are a little noisy, but we are early risers, so it was okay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

hamid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adilia

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent host and highly recommend! We are a family with kids therefore needed additional space and comfort, GD provided great service, good breakfast, clean, and close to many options like the beach, port, food, bakery and mini market nearby. Will say here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kara

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for one night at this property and everything was great! The room was well appointed and even had a mini fridge. We were given delicious juice upon arrival. Water pressure was great. Their common areas/bar are really cool and this is a unique and fun property. We will be back!

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and service.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jalyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was awesome for a stay and we wish we would have been able to stay longer. The room was spacious, clean, comfortable. The little kitchen area was a wonderful amenity in the room and the 2nd sink was so handy to have for 3 adults sharing a room. The staff was super friendly and even made us to go breakfasts the minute they arrived since our ferry was leaving at the exact time breakfast officially started. It was a perfect stay! My only complaint was that we were not there longer!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neil

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

Great little place

Great little place! Couldn’t do enough for you. Breakfast changed every day, which was lovely. The ladies serving breakfast were lovely too. In a good location to get around to everywhere.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hostel within walking distance of the Main Street. Super tour coordinator- Jonathan.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lovely little spot with lovely staff. I will say: between rain on the various metal and plexiglass surfaces, guests getting up at 6am, and in general lots of activity in the dining area early in the morning and into the evening, I didn't sleep great. It's noisy.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Belle chambre propre et confortable. Grand coffre de sécurité et télévision.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022