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El Barranco Galapagos

Property class: 2.5

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A poolside area with wicker furniture, a bottle of wine, and boats in the background.
A resort with a pool area, outdoor seating, and a boat dock.
A hotel room with two beds, a TV mounted on the wall, and a wooden shelf.
A hotel entrance with a stone facade and the name 'Hotel Barranco' displayed above.
A buffet with various food options, a glass display case, and a green wall with floral decorations.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Los colonos, Puerto Ayora, Galapagos, 200102
  • Place, Malecon
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Academy Bay
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Gus Angermeyer Ferry Terminal
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Airport, Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour)
    ‪122 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Room, Bay View

A bedroom with a large bed, a TV, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.

Superior Room, Bay View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Bay view
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a shelf with toiletries.

Standard Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, an air conditioner, a framed picture of a shark, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, a large window, and a view of the sea.

Family Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 King Beds and 3 Twin Beds

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Room

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Puerto Ayora

El Barranco Galapagos places you next to Galápagos National Park and Academy Bay. This 10-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Malecon - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Academy Bay - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Gus Angermeyer Ferry Terminal - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Las Ninfas Lagoon - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Fishing Piers - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Red Tuna - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Golden Prague Galapagos - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Café Hernán - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Isla Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Nazca Esencia - ‬9 min walk

About this property

El Barranco Galapagos

At El Barranco Galapagos, guests have access to an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a hot tub. Airport transportation is made easy with an airport shuttle (available on request) for USD 70 per vehicle roundtrip. Staff members can answer questions about accommodations, and also provide front-desk service during limited hours. Additional amenities include meeting rooms, coffee/tea in a common area, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and TVs. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and down comforters, and bathrooms offer hair dryers. Minibars, safes, and wardrobes or closets are other standard amenities.
An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to 10:30 PM on request

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Kayaking
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On the bay
  • Pool loungers

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
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mediterranean architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

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 6:30 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
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 or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 45.0 per day

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 70 per vehicle (roundtrip, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 70 (roundtrip), (from 3 to 11 years old)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 45.0 per day

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
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: 2:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available during limited hours), which is offered for a fee.

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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

El Barranco
Hotel Barranco Galapagos
El Barranco Galapagos Hotel
El Barranco Galapagos Puerto Ayora
El Barranco Galapagos Hotel Puerto Ayora

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near El Barranco Galapagos?

This hotel is located in Puerto Ayora, just steps from Galápagos National Park and Malecon, and within a short walk of Academy Bay. You'll also find Charles Darwin Research Station and Gus Angermeyer Ferry Terminal less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at El Barranco Galapagos?

As of Nov 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Barranco Galapagos on Nov 13, 2026 start from $243, 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.

Is there parking available at El Barranco Galapagos?

No, this hotel doesn't offer parking.

Does El Barranco Galapagos include a casino?

No, El Barranco Galapagos doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at El Barranco Galapagos?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Guests have pool access between 2:00 PM and 10:00 PM.

What amenities will couples enjoy at El Barranco Galapagos?

This waterfront hotel offers many amenities for couples such as a restaurant and an outdoor pool with some guestrooms featuring a private outdoor hot tub.

Are there hot tubs at El Barranco Galapagos?

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

Does El Barranco Galapagos have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, El Barranco Galapagos serves free continental breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Does El Barranco Galapagos allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at El Barranco Galapagos.

Are there connecting rooms at El Barranco Galapagos?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from El Barranco Galapagos?

The closest major airport to El Barranco Galapagos is Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour), which is 29.9 mi away (77 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at El Barranco Galapagos?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer either a balcony and a patio where guests can enjoy sea and city views.

El Barranco Galapagos Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 101 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 101 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 101 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 101 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 101 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Absolutely fantastic hotel and super awesome friendly staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff location breakfast and bar/pool was wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful place. Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic Stay—loved our room, the pool, and a wonderful breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing view and located perfectly to enjoy all the areas finest attractions. Extremely walkable. The pool is beyond compare and you can just take the kayaks out and see sea turtles everywhere. 10/10
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We loved our stay at El Barranco! Cannot praise it enough: excellent location, brand new hotel and amenities, amazing infinity pool, their own pier going to the ocean, kayaking off the dock, you can see wild life right there, wonderful pool side bar and a bar-attender. Everything in this hotel was amazing and we enjoyed it thoroughly. We will never stay anywhere else. Do not hesitate to book! It is absolutely the best hotel on the island!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent place. Brand new, cozy and well equipped. Great location and warm staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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excellent accommodation
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very comfortable hotel with good service and nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

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Beautiful property, in a great location. Had issues with our room, which the staff rectified promptly. Breakfast was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful room, pristine location, staff is professional and at your service.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great breakfast. The pool area was especially enjoyable at the end of the day after long tours. One of the highlights was the deck, conveniently located next to the pool, where we were able to spot turtles, rays, and sea lions. The room was comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Helpful staff, nice clean room, great breakfast, ideal location and a wonderful pool with views of wildlife. I can’t imagine a better hotel experience on Santa Cruz Island!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great hotel with amazing location in a beautiful inlet. We could see many marine animals and birds right from the poolside deck. They have kayaks and bikes for guests to use. Convenient location close to the dock and many restaurants, market and shops. Staff was very helpful, friendly and knowledgeable. Very recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing! Stay here. You’ll be in the marina where wildlife comes to you. And staff - extraordinary!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Incredible place to book your stay in Santa Cruz. Excelent service, rooms and personel.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Very helpful staff, nice clean room!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great hotel adjacent to downtown area of puerto Ayora. Staff was fantastic and helpful. Pool area was great and helpful for the kids to play (note there is no beach in town, it’s outside of town). Poolside bar was a nice touch as well. Had bikes to loan and a kayak for the lagoon it sits on. We loved this place.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything about this hotel was great! Thank you to all of the staff for being so nice!! We had a wonderful time and will definitely be returning! This hotel is conveniently located to the port and all of the shops.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing hotel with heated pool and large jacuzzi watching the sea and beautiful view. Most recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great service and location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

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Great location, nice sea view on balcony, rooms clean and spacious. Breakfast was good especially the omelette
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was amazing! Breakfast is stellar! We could not ask for a better hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It was a beautiful hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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What stands out most about the hotel: the location makes it easy to walk to restaurants and shops or to grab a water taxi at the pier, the breakfast is delicious, our room was spacious and immaculate, the beds were super comfortable, the pool is wonderful to relax by and watch turtles, sharks and sea lions swim by. We loved our time there.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025