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Hotel el descanso del Guia

3.5 star property
Family-friendly 3.5-star hotel near Galápagos National Park

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Interior
Sports facility
Outdoor banquet area
Front of property
Family Room, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Calle Delfin, Barrio el Mirador, Puerto Ayora, Galapagos, 200350
  • Place, Academy Bay
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Malecon
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Las Ninfas Lagoon
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour)
    ‪100 min drive‬

Room options

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Family Room, 2 Double Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 322 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Family Room, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 678 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Large Twin Beds

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Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 236 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Quadruple Room, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Superior Quadruple Room, 2 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 430 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Puerto Ayora

Oceanside stay.Stay at this Puerto Ayora hotel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Galápagos National Park and 2 miles (3 km) of Fishing Piers. Academy Bay and Gus Angermeyer Ferry Terminal are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Academy Bay - 4 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Malecon - 5 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Las Grietas - 5 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Las Ninfas Lagoon - 5 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Charles Darwin Research Station - 7 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Islander Coffee Roasters - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪1835 Coffee Lab - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Isla Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dimati - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪TJ Restaurant - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Hotel el descanso del Guia

Family-friendly 3.5-star hotel near Galápagos National Park
Hotel el descanso del Guia offers its guests a children's pool, an outdoor pool, a sauna, and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A rooftop terrace, barbecue grills, and an arcade/game room are also featured at the family-friendly Hotel el descanso del Guia. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Mediterranean Puerto Ayora hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 2016
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Hotel el descanso del Guia offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate dining areas and include desks. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Puerto Ayora hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Separate bedroom
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli

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 continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 8:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Scuba diving

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:30 AM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 9 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability

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 8 AM - 6 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours 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 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • 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'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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 40 per vehicle (one way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 35 per night

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
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 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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, Diners Club, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child 2 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel el descanso del Guia to the airport?

Hotel el descanso del Guia is 28.7 mi (75-min drive) away from the Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Hotel el descanso del Guia have an airport shuttle?

Hotel el descanso del Guia offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 40 per vehicle, one way.

How close is Hotel el descanso del Guia to the beach?

This hotel is 1.1 mi (3-min drive) from Tortuga Bay Beach and 1.7 mi (9-min drive) from Playa de los Alemanes. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hotel el descanso del Guia offer free breakfast?

Hotel el descanso del Guia offers free continental breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 8 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel el descanso del Guia?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hotel el descanso del Guia?

Check-in start time: 11:30 AM; Check-in end time: 6 PM.

Is there free parking at Hotel el descanso del Guia?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Hotel el descanso del Guia have a pool?

Hotel el descanso del Guia features an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Does Hotel el descanso del Guia have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Hotel el descanso del Guia have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel el descanso del Guia to downtown Puerto Ayora?

Hotel el descanso del Guia is 0.8 mi away from Puerto Ayora.

Hotel el descanso del Guia Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 193 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 62 out of 193 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 193 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 193 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 193 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Maribel, San Francisco

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
To start…I was offered free round trip from airport to hotel and hotel to airport. Hotel failed to transfer me from the airport to the hotel. The hotel just said they will pay $5 for the bus. I wasn’t told I had to take a bus from the airport, a ferry to cross the channel and another bus to take me to town. Someone sent me vague directions and I almost got stranded at the pier. So, I had to take a taxi to take me to the hotel. However, when I asked for the $30 for the taxi fare, the hotel person, Christopher, who I was communicating with earlier, went silent and I never heard from him for the whole duration of my stay. He sent $20 for the whole ordeal including my return. Advertisement says, property has access to beach. BIG LIE! Only a taxi will take you to the beach because it’s way too far. Also NO RESTAURANT. Breakfast is limited, juice mixed with water, tea, instant coffee, no cream or milk. A ridiculously small bowl of fruit, 2 warm slices of bread, NO REALLY TOASTED, some drinkable yogurt, and 1-2 eggs. Nothing around the hotel, no bars, no restaurants, too far from downtown, no beach nearby. Front desk goes dark after 6-7pm. Nobody can help you after that if there’s any problem. The sink faucet water flow was just drops of water. On my last day, it was a power outage and no water. I had to brush my teeth and rinse with my own bottled water.
Water for guests
Breakfast!
Students volunteering, with no experience, clean and attend breakfast
The streets that sorround the hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What really stood out was the exceptional customer service. Everyone was friendly, professional, and always willing to help with anything I needed. The location was perfect, and the atmosphere made my stay Monica
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Marcelo dos, Santana de Parnaiba

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Considerando que você não vai à Galapagos para curtir o hotel e sim os passeios e as belezas naturais, o hotel tem ótima relação custo x benefício. Fica um pouco mais afastado do centrinho de Puerto Ayora mas 2 dólares de taxi não é um problema
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Oly

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean but had no spare plugs room 12, hotel is very basic. The breakfast is served between 7am and 8.30am. It's very noisy as on the main road and scooters and trucks are up and about at 6am and there is a cockerel next door that crows early too.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kishan Rao

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel Manager has to go.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Sonia M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel offered jacussy but the jacussy never was on. If We asked for it we need to wait two hours to be hot. The "clean" towels smell like popcorn. For me they give us dirty towels.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Muy lindo todo <3
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fidelia, Brooklyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lugar tranquilo y limpio muy recomendado
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and spacious family room. Good breakfast and the staff is courteous. I highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Marien Segura, dobbs ferry

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place promises things that it does not fulfill, it offered me round-trip transportation and when I sent them the email with my data to coordinate the shuttle, they simply told me that they were not going to do it, I asked for an answer, talking to the administrator, it was never possible, the place where the hotel is located is in the middle of nowhere. I attach photos so that what happened to me does not happen to them
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karin Margreth Sneli

Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

SONNIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I only leave a 4 star review because I stayed for 5 days and the breakfasts were boring. Every day they offered the same thing, eggs, toast, or pancakes, cereal and strawberry yogurt. They don’t have a restaurant in the hotel and everything is far away. After the second day I was bored with the breakfast and started buying croissants next door in the bodega to have it with my coffee. The bodega next door to the hotel sells water, beers, drinks and ice creams. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Just a thought maybe the manager could buy “fresh bread” from the bakery the bodega was charging .25 cents per bread it’s probably cheaper to buy in bulk. Also an omelette would be better than fried eggs every day!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

JIANYI

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel and the room was clean. Staff was friendly and very helpful. The breakfast was very good. This hotel is not located in the town so you need to take a taxi to restaurant , shopping, and other activities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Spotlessly clean. Hairdryer in bathroom comfortable bed. Breakfast was excellent. Nice swimming pool. Cab ride into town $2 or a half hour walk.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rajiv

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

Excellent value and a great location

This propety is an amazing value. It is well maintained and in good condition. Breakfast is excellent and the host goes above and beyond to take great care. Compared to the properties in the city center. I recommend tbis strongly with no reservation.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xavier

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great services and beautiful matrimonial room. Big space and great staff.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manuel, bronx

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet and family feel safe Excellent breakfast and service Very clean place
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great hotel with a long to the beach

Extremely comfortable beds and very nice staff! The room is well appointed and the ping pong table is a nice addition that we've enjoyed using. It is 2km from the beach so it's a 15min walk each way.. Which in the hot sun seems like a long time even if you are very fit. However it's much cheaper due to its location so it's great value for a long walk..
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Yvonne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only there for a night but was comfortable and had no problems
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria Clara

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
About a 20 minute walk from downtown, has a couple mini markets right next to it. Nice pool, morning breakfast and quiet rooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025