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GARDNER HOSTAL

1.0 star property
Hostel perfectly located for exploring Puerto Ayora

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Relax in a serene outdoor seating area with a view of the pool and surrounding landscape.
Three single beds with white mattresses and blue bedding, a patterned tile floor, and a wooden chair.
Two single beds with white and yellow bedding, a table and chair, and a window with curtains.
Two single beds and a large bed with white and blue bedspreads, a table and chair, and a mirror adorn this cozy space.
Relax outdoors with a meal or social gathering on the covered patio, featuring comfortable seating and dining areas.

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
340 e Islas Pl., Puerto Ayora, Islas Galápagos, 200102
  • Malecon
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Charles Darwin Research Station
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Playa de los Alemanes
  • Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour)
    ‪73 min drive‬

Room options

Comfort Shared Dormitory

  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Beds

Comfort Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Comfort Triple Room | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Comfort Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Large Twin Beds

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Comfort Double Room | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Comfort Double Room

  • 6 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Comfort Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Puerto Ayora

Heart of Puerto Ayora.Within a 5-minute walk of the hostel, you'll find Galápagos National Park and Academy Bay. Gus Angermeyer Ferry Terminal and Fishing Piers are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Malecon - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Academy Bay - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Fishing Piers - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Charles Darwin Research Station - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Las Ninfas Lagoon - 2 min drive - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Almar Lounge & Grill Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪El Muelle De Darwin - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪TJ Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Golden Prague Galapagos - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Il Giardino - ‬3 min walk

About this property

GARDNER HOSTAL

Hostel perfectly located for exploring Puerto Ayora
GARDNER HOSTAL offers its guests a rooftop terrace. Public spaces have free WiFi.
  • 35 guestrooms or units
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
GARDNER HOSTAL offers 35 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM for a fee: USD 5 for adults and USD 5 for children

Things to do

  • Books
  • Evening entertainment

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at GARDNER HOSTAL

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 5 for adults and USD 5 for children

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 and cash
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, American Express, Diners Club, and cash.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

GARDNER HOSTAL Puerto Ayora
GARDNER HOSTAL Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
GARDNER HOSTAL Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Puerto Ayora

Frequently asked questions

How close is GARDNER HOSTAL to the airport?

GARDNER HOSTAL is 29.9 mi (81-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 GARDNER HOSTAL?

As of Jul 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at GARDNER HOSTAL on Jul 27, 2025 start from $25.2, 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 GARDNER HOSTAL have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at GARDNER HOSTAL.

How close is GARDNER HOSTAL to the beach?

This hostel is 14.7 mi (95-min drive) from El Garrapatero Beach.

Does GARDNER HOSTAL offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at GARDNER HOSTAL, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 5 for adults and USD 5 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM.

Is there a casino at GARDNER HOSTAL?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at GARDNER HOSTAL?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at GARDNER HOSTAL?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does GARDNER HOSTAL have a pool?

GARDNER HOSTAL does not have a pool.

Does GARDNER HOSTAL have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is GARDNER HOSTAL to downtown Puerto Ayora?

GARDNER HOSTAL is 0.3 mi away from Puerto Ayora.

GARDNER HOSTAL Reviews

Reviews

3.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 2 reviews

3.0/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

4.0/10

Amenities

3.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Harparminder Pummy

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not as shown in website photos. No windows to outside, extremely tiny bathrooms, and constant smell of gasoline.
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

mitsuo

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025