El Castillo Galapagos

8.1Very good20 reviewsSee rooms

Guest house

Facilities at a glance

Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
Breakfast
Concierge
Terrace

About this place

Beautiful Surroundings and Recreation Take in the breathtaking views of the Galápagos National Park from the terrace and garden, or explore the area on bicycles available for rent. Relax and unwind in this scenic paradise. Convenient Amenities and Services Enjoy complimentary wireless internet access, a TV in the common area, and 24-hour room service. Let our concierge assist with your needs, and take advantage of the area shuttle to visit nearby attractions. Delightful Dining Options Indulge in delicious meals at the on-site restaurant or grab a quick snack at the coffee shop. Start your day with a buffet breakfast and explore the nearby dining options in Puerto Ayora. Book now to experience the charm and comfort of El Castillo Galapagos, located near the beach and surrounded by natural beauty.

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5 room types

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Room type	Guests	Show prices
Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Garden View 35 m²	Sleeps 3	Show prices
Honeymoon Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Garden View 35 m²	Sleeps 2	Show prices
Panoramic Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Private Bathroom, Garden View 24 m²	Sleeps 2	Show prices
Family Suite, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Garden View 35 m²	Sleeps 4	Show prices
Design Triple Room, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Courtyard View 35 m²	Sleeps 3	Show prices

What this place offers

Internet

Free Wi-Fi

Transport

Airport shuttle

Food & drink

Breakfast

Services

Concierge

Outdoor

Garden
Terrace

Location

Address
Barrio Pampas Coloradas, Puerto Ayora, 200350, Ecuador
0.7 km from the center of Puerto Ayora

Questions about this stay

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What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in from 13:00. Check-out by 09:00.
Is Wi-Fi included?
Yes, this property lists free Wi-Fi.
Can I add breakfast?
Breakfast is available with selected room offers.

Guest reviews

8.120 reviews

Reviews from guests who stayed at this hotel, shared by our hotel supplier. Score based on the latest 20 reviews.

roger
April 2018
8.0
“Quirky architecture - helpful friendly staff”
+Slight problem with the room on arrival, having booked a family room, but we compromised since it was only for a night, and a sofa was made up to suit. Owners couldn’t have been more apologetic or indeed more helpful during our stay. The hotel is a little unusual in that it is made somewhat castle like, with quirky architecture - which incidentally was the reason we booked for the night. Located away from the harbour area and the main restaurants so a taxi to & from that area is required, although only a $2.00 fare. hotel happy to arrange taxis, which arrive within minutes.
Karan
March 2018
10.0
+The staff is exceptional! We stayed in a really large room upstairs. It was great. Just the shower might need remodeling. There is no air conditioner so if you are prone to mosquito bites... you'll definitely be bitten. I would recommend they add a mosquito net around the bed. This location is about a 15 minute walk to downtown, which if you like walking and great weather this should be totally fine. since we did the walk every day we actually ate at local restaurants were so good!! The bed and the breeze coming through the room was amazing and I slept like a baby! I just got bit by mosquitos however my fiance did not get bit once! Also the wi-fi is terrible...but the wifi on the whole island is not that good. I would recommend if you need internet go to an internet cafe.
Elizabeth
November 2017
10.0
“Familymoon at El Castillo”
+Family run hotel and they couldn't have been more welcoming to us. The rooms were really clean and comfortable and well serviced each day. The breakfast each morning was great, limited choice but all you needed to set you up for the day. They have also recently started a courtyard restaurant on the weekends. The food was really delicious and the atmosphere was top notch. We loved or stay here.
Alberto
November 2017
8.0
“Made to feel welcome.”
+Highly recommend staying at El Castillo while in Puerto Ayora. The owner and her two sons, as well as the rest of her staff, go out of their way to make you feel welcome. The hotel is set back from the center of town, but within an easy walk. It was actually cool to be in a neighborhood. You can plan all your tours at the front desk and they are knowledgeable and dependent. The restaurant serves mouth-watering grilled dishes prepared by Alejandro. And don't miss the desserts made by pastry-chef girlfriend. Absolutely awesome. Also enjoyed the wonderful jazz music being played by the sound system on the patio.
Therese
August 2017
6.0
+The staff are really helpful and friendly. The rooms were a little dirty, and the showers had hot water sometimes.
Molly
July 2017
10.0
+Alejandro and his wife were absolutly wonderful. They helped us with planning everything for our trip and making sure we saw everything on the island in the short time we were there. The hostel is clean and beautiful. Everythhing downtown is withing a 10 minute or less walk and if you dont feel like walking you can get a taxi for $1-2. We had a great time!
Rajvi
June 2017
10.0
“Loved the LOCATION!”
+This place LITERALLY is a castle from inside out. Loved the location - it was 10-12 mins walk from the center. Enough to be away from the crowd/noise to come back to a peaceful place to sleep just mins away from the center. The staff was very friendly and extremely nice. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone who wants to have an authentic experience in Galapagos and is budget friendly.
Dan
January 2017
10.0
“Very unique! Worth checking out”
+Really cool/unique place! Owner is extremely nice and makes you feel at home
Planicie1
August 2015
10.0
“Very helpful staff”
+We had a very enjoyable stay in the hotel. They helped arrange transport from the airport, which is a big benefit after a tiring journey and were able to check-in early and rest. Any problem or question we had with tour operators or generally about the islands were answered for us, making everything much easier.
Verified traveler
July 2015
8.0
“Wonderful place!”
+Wonderful family run hotel with spacious rooms and great breakfast. Only a $1 cab ride or 10 minute walk into the main strip. This place was very nice to stay at.

Good to know

Check-in & check-out
Check-in from 13:00 · check-out until 09:00
Pets
Pets are not allowed

Facilities at a glance

About this place

Choose your unit

5 room types

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Garden View

Honeymoon Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Garden View

Panoramic Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Private Bathroom, Garden View

Family Suite, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Garden View

Design Triple Room, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Courtyard View

What this place offers

Internet

Transport

Food & drink

Services

Outdoor

Location

Address

Questions about this stay

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Is Wi-Fi included?

Can I add breakfast?

Guest reviews

Good to know

Check-in & check-out

Pets

Guest reviews