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Royal Palm Galapagos, Curio Collection Hotel by Hilton

4.5 star property
Luxurious 4.5-star hotel with 2 restaurants

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Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Flat-screen TV
Bar (on property)
Exclusive Villa, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Exclusive Villa, 1 King Bed | Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Km. 18 Via Puerto Ayora-Baltra Isla, Isla Santa Cruz, Santa Rosa, Galapagos
  • Playa de los Alemanes
  • Los Gemelos Sinkholes
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Rancho Primicias
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Room options

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Flat-screen TV

Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Flat-screen TV

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Villa, Multiple Beds (Prince of Wales) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Villa, Multiple Beds (Prince of Wales)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Exclusive Villa, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Villa, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Villa, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Flat-screen TV

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Guest)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Family Villa, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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Villa, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Villa, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Santa Rosa

In regional park.A stay at this hotel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Galápagos National Park and 6 miles (10 km) of Los Gemelos Sinkholes. El Chato Ranch and Lava Tunnel are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Los Gemelos Sinkholes - 10 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • El Chato Ranch - 15 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Rancho Primicias - 16 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Malecon - 31 min drive - 13.0 miles
  • Charles Darwin Research Station - 32 min drive - 13.0 miles

Getting around

  • Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour) - 54 min drive

About this property

Royal Palm Galapagos, Curio Collection Hotel by Hilton

Luxurious 4.5-star hotel with 2 restaurants
Royal Palm Galapagos, Curio Collection Hotel by Hilton offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business center and 2 meeting rooms are available. Spa services, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the luxury Royal Palm Galapagos, Curio Collection Hotel by Hilton. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4.5-star Santa Rosa hotel.

  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • Meeting rooms
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
Royal Palm Galapagos, Curio Collection Hotel by Hilton offers 21 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

This Santa Rosa hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. In-room massages and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, facials, and body scrubs.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM on request
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: USD 25 for adults and USD 15 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Ecotours
  • Gym
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

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
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM
Contactless 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 front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
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 9:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Royal Palm Galapagos, Curio Collection Hotel by Hilton

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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 buffet breakfast: approximately USD 25 for adults and USD 15 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 92 per person (roundtrip)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 80 (roundtrip), (from 2 to 11 years old)
  • High chair fee: USD 0 per stay

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in January and close in December.
  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Royal Palm Hotel Santa Rosa
Royal Palm Santa Rosa
The Royal Palm Hotel
Royal Palm Galapagos, Curio Collection Hotel by Hilton Hotel

Frequently asked questions

How close is Royal Palm Galapagos, Curio Collection Hotel by Hilton to the airport?

Royal Palm Galapagos, Curio Collection Hotel by Hilton is 20.5 mi (54-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 Royal Palm Galapagos, Curio Collection Hotel by Hilton?

As of Sep 7, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Royal Palm Galapagos, Curio Collection Hotel by Hilton on Sep 8, 2025 start from $292.5, 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 Royal Palm Galapagos, Curio Collection Hotel by Hilton have an airport shuttle?

Royal Palm Galapagos, Curio Collection Hotel by Hilton offers an airport shuttle from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM, on request, for a charge of USD 92. per person, roundtrip.

How close is Royal Palm Galapagos, Curio Collection Hotel by Hilton to the beach?

This hotel is 11 mi (27-min drive) from Tortuga Bay Beach and 15.9 mi (64-min drive) from El Garrapatero Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Royal Palm Galapagos, Curio Collection Hotel by Hilton offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Royal Palm Galapagos, Curio Collection Hotel by Hilton, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 25 for adults and USD 15 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Royal Palm Galapagos, Curio Collection Hotel by Hilton?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Royal Palm Galapagos, Curio Collection Hotel by Hilton?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Royal Palm Galapagos, Curio Collection Hotel by Hilton?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Royal Palm Galapagos, Curio Collection Hotel by Hilton have a pool?

Royal Palm Galapagos, Curio Collection Hotel by Hilton features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Does Royal Palm Galapagos, Curio Collection Hotel by Hilton have a restaurant?

There are 2 onsite restaurants, offering options like local and international cuisine, a poolside location, and pool views.

Does Royal Palm Galapagos, Curio Collection Hotel by Hilton have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer deep-tissue massages, body scrubs, and mani/pedis.

How close is Royal Palm Galapagos, Curio Collection Hotel by Hilton to downtown Santa Rosa?

Royal Palm Galapagos, Curio Collection Hotel by Hilton is 0.9 mi away from Santa Rosa.

Royal Palm Galapagos, Curio Collection Hotel by Hilton Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 50 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

10/10 Excellent

Joana

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The Royal Palm offers a truly immersive Galápagos experience—set inland on a stunning 100 acre property, far from the touristy feel of the ports. Recently under new ownership, the property is being refreshed: rooms are spacious and renovated, the pool has been redone, and quiet renovations are underway, including apparently a unique lava tunnel spa. Some exterior areas still need attention, but the overall feel is serene and authentic. Service is top-notch and boutique-level, with attentive, personalized touches throughout. A special thank you to Gustavo, the ever-present and gracious manager. The restaurant is excellent, with a warm team—Rita made us feel at home and remembered our names. Breakfasts are fresh, varied and awesome. Excursions can be organized by the hotel and work seamlessly. Duncan gave us a deep dive into the island’s geology and ecology, while Maritza kept our 8–14-year-olds fully engaged with her energy and knowledge. Boat tour days were a highlight—fantastic snorkeling, incredible island views, and a surprisingly gourmet chef onboard (kudos)! The boat crew was kind and professional. Guide quality, however, faltered which was disappointing. Overall, The Royal Palm is a peaceful, character-rich base for a Galápagos trip—elevated by excellent service, comfort, and nature.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andres

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

karen

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The royal palm is in a beautiful setting!! The staff makes you feel like you are at home. Jesus, Gustavo, Annelise(spelling), and Diego. Also all the other staff members. The property needs some TLC.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Do not stay here.

Wi-Fi was practically non existent. No cell service. I had a very difficult time keeping in contact with my family. Only a couple TV channels worked. TV’s had Prime, Netflix, etc built in but none of it worked. The beds were actually very comfortable, which was good because about the only thing you could do there was sleep. Staff was very friendly but only one gentleman spoke English. There were two ladies there who were very friendly but really spoke no English so when one of them was at the front desk, communication was almost impossible. Tried to use google translate but without WiFi, it didn’t work. I understand that we were in their country, however hotels staff should be able to communicate with the customers. The food tasted ok but I didn’t feel well for a couple days after eating. The menu was also very limited. Only a few things to choose from. I would not recommend this hotel at all.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shari

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff makes this place!!!! They are top notch. The facilities/fitness center, tennis courts and villas can use maintenance/updating but it’s easy to overlook with the amazing customer service provided. The grounds are quiet, peaceful and safe. Food was very good and we did the lava tunnel dinner which we were so happy that we chose to do so.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Silvana

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We are thrilled we chose to stay at this hotel! The staff is exceptional and truly made our family trip unforgettable. Our room was beautiful and spotless, and the pool and jacuzzi provided the perfect way to unwind after our daily adventures. We also dined at the Lava Restaurant—it was an unforgettable experience and highly recommended! This is definitely a place we want to return to. We absolutely loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandeepan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property - lived the staff and the sorroundings. Our villa was excellent
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Royal Palms is an exceptional property that offers a unique experience immersed in nature. Guests can enjoy the tranquility and seclusion the location provides. The pool and jacuzzis are excellent, and the pleasant weather even at night makes the jacuzzis particularly enjoyable. It was a delightful experience to soak in the hot water during a drizzle, adding to the charm of the hotel, which is situated in the heart of the island. While the hotel is relatively close to all major attractions, transportation is necessary, and it is advisable to book a taxi in advance, as they are typically around 15 minutes away. The staff at Royal Palms are extraordinarily friendly and went above and beyond to enhance our stay. Their exceptional service made our visit even more memorable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All of the staff at the Royal Palm are amazing; they helped us to organize an excursion to North Seymour Island that we probably would not have considered, but ended up being one of the highlights of our trip. The weather in the hills during our stay was overcast, but was beautiful when we ventured to the pier. Maybe because of the time of year/weather, the pool and hottubs were really not usable (not clean or hot). The on-site cafe was fantastic. It was fun to see the tortoises that freely roam the property. My sister loved her relaxing massage (she is very picky, so this says a lot). One of the highlights of our stay was a 5-course dinner in the lava tunnel ~ DO NOT MISS IT.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible food, excellent service and staff. The restaurant inside the tunnel of the property its amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Other than renovations (pool and restaurant), we loved the place. Friendly and helpful staff, great food, fascinating lava tunnels and a natural setting made this an especial part of our time in the Galapagos.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

abdulrahman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property with friendly and courteous staff. Villas are amazing for the value! Restaurant is excellent with delicious dishes and attentive service.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I stayed in Villa 6. The villa was spacious, comfortable, quite, serene, has a fantastic free standing bathtub. The view from this Villa overlooked the canopy of flora and fauna and the ocean. If you like nature, quietness and tranquility this is the place for you. Not close to to town which was was a plus for me. Great staff that are kind and care about your stay. I was absolutely stunned how pretty the grounds were.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abdel Meguid

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommended. While not the hot spot of Porto Ayora and about 20min drive, it’s a beautiful property with a lot of space unlike the smaller hotels around the port area. The staff stands out as well. They are helpful and friendly. They will make sure you get to where you want and work out transportation.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Rano

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful area. I was surprised that check out time is 10am. However, didnt have any issues to delay check out till noon.

6/10 Okay

Dirk

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Maria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will definitely recommend this hotel. The surroundings, service and nature are excellent reasons.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anastasia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hospitality and service.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property gorgeous and staff wonderful. We loved how spacious room was. It’s a $10 cab ride to town but closer to port for most day tours.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great Service!!

The Royal Palm has great service. We had to change our stay a number of times due to the COVID-19 restrictions. They were very accommodating regarding our changes..
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

sabeen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pretty place. Staff was friendly and very helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

G, London

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, spacious villa in the middle of the national park in Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos. The staff were excellent and accommodating, and the restaurant was superb, going out of their way to accommodate our food requests. The only problem- not a trivial one sadly- was that the property wasn't fully insect-proof (despite fly screens), so we had a mosquito biting us all night.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020