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Galapagos Dreams

3.0 star property

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Standard Quadruple Room | Balcony view
Point of interest
Interior
Standard Quadruple Room | Down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Av. Cucuve y Floreana, Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz
  • Place, Academy Bay
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Malecon
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Charles Darwin Research Station
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour)
    ‪122 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Single Room | Down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Triple Room | Down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Large Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Quadruple Room | Down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Quadruple Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Suite | Down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Suite | Down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Suite

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

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Superior Studio Suite | Down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Studio Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Puerto Ayora

Galapagos Dreams places you next to Galápagos National Park and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like Academy Bay. This 3-star hostal has 15 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, a full-service spa, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Academy Bay - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Fishing Piers - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Malecon - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Las Ninfas Lagoon - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Charles Darwin Research Station - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Islander Coffee Roasters - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Santa Cruz Brewery - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Limón Café Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Isla Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪1835 Coffee Lab - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Galapagos Dreams

Guests of Galapagos Dreams enjoy features like a full-service spa, free WiFi in public areas, and coffee in a common area. Airport transportation is made easy with a shuttle from the hotel to the airport (available 24 hours) for USD 60 per vehicle. Front-desk staff can assist with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this spa hostal include express check-out, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch Smart TVs with satellite channels. Beds sport down comforters and bathrooms offer designer toiletries. In-room massages are available, and other amenities include ironing boards and wardrobes or closets.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hostal's full-service spa. Services include facials, body scrubs, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour airport drop-off shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: USD 8 for adults and USD 8 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
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Foosball table
  • Full-service spa
  • Games
  • TV in common areas
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Facials
  • Hydrotherapy
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No elevator

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 2010
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels

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

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • 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.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 8 for adults and USD 8 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 60 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 4)
  • Early check-in fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
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
  • Check-in: 1:00 PM—-9:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services. For convenient departures, you can take advantage of the airport drop-off service (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hostal at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

GALAPAGOS DREAMS Hostel Puerto Ayora
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GALAPAGOS DREAMS Puerto Ayora
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GALAPAGOS DREAMS Hostal Puerto Ayora
GALAPAGOS DREAMS Hostal
GALAPAGOS DREAMS Hostal
GALAPAGOS DREAMS Puerto Ayora
GALAPAGOS DREAMS Hostal Puerto Ayora

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Galapagos Dreams?

Galapagos Dreams provides free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Galapagos Dreams?

As of Jun 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Galapagos Dreams on Jun 13, 2026 start from $108, including 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.

What is there to do close to Galapagos Dreams?

This hostal is located in Puerto Ayora, just steps from Galápagos National Park and Fishing Piers, and within a short walk of Academy Bay. You'll also find Charles Darwin Research Station and Playa de los Alemanes less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Galapagos Dreams?

No, there isn't parking available at the hostal.

Is there a spa available at Galapagos Dreams?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include aromatherapy, body scrubs, massages, and mani/pedis.

Does Galapagos Dreams feature a casino on the premises?

No, Galapagos Dreams doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Galapagos Dreams?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostal.

Is Galapagos Dreams a good place to stay for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this hostal, including in-room massages as well as a restaurant and a bar/lounge.

Are there hot tubs at Galapagos Dreams?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostal.

Does Galapagos Dreams have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Galapagos Dreams serves continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Galapagos Dreams allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Galapagos Dreams.

Are there connecting rooms at Galapagos Dreams?

No, this hostal doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Galapagos Dreams?

The closest major airport to Galapagos Dreams is Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour), which is about 20.7 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Galapagos Dreams?

Yes, some guestrooms at Galapagos Dreams offer a balcony and may feature courtyard views.

Galapagos Dreams Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 98 out of 144 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 144 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 144 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 144 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 144 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, incredibly helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, helpful staff. Good hot breakfast.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

esperanza

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excellent service, extremely helpful and friendly. i dont have any complaint. i would stay again
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo

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

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The entire staff was very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was good with hot coffee always on. The location was walking distance to tourist spots in town from the pier to Darwin’s research center. I booked my tours through Galapagos Dreams and Joatan worked up a personalized tour for me. This made my stay easier as the staff kept me informed of pick up times and activities. Overall it really made my stay very enjoyable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Betsy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Byron Jefferson Benavides

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
close to everything and quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dongwei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great hospitality. The best service.
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathleen

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Celia

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Austin

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Yoshinori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was different from the one I reserved, so they changed it for me, which was a bit of a hassle. The staff were all kind and friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Filippo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The whole team did an amazing job, and special shout out to Andy who went above and beyond to provide the best service. Jonatan has an incredible team and they made this one of the best experiences even when things did not go as planned. They were able to accommodate as much as possible in a short period of time. Hotel and tour agency staff are top notch.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adilia

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kara

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!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Courtney N.

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

Family Trip 2025

We had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The location was perfect, making it easy to explore the area. The staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful, always ready to assist with any questions or requests. The service was top-notch, and they made us feel welcome throughout our stay. For a fee, they conveniently arrange transportation to and from Baltar Airport, which made our trip even smoother. Additionally, they provide free clean cold/hot drinking water and coffee for guests downstairs, which was a nice touch. We would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a comfortable and convenient place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jalyn

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lata

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mario

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

Excelente la relacion calidad precio.

Es un lugar modesto pero son super amables y con todas las comodidades necesarias para descansar
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

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