10/10 Excellent
CHRIS
Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Apr 15, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
CHRIS
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
El Barranco Galapagos
3.0 star property
Bayside hotel with free breakfast and a coffee shop
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Reviews
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
- Hot Tub
- Bar
- Pool
- Room service
- Breakfast included
- Laundry
Explore the area
Los colonos, Puerto Ayora, Galapagos, 200102
- Malecon1 min walk
- Las Ninfas Lagoon5 min walk
- Playa de los Alemanes
- Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour)77 min drive
Room options
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Family Room
- 484 sq ft
- Sleeps 6
- 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed
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Superior Room, Bay View
- 301 sq ft
- Bay view
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
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Standard Room
- City view
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed
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Family Cabin
- Sleeps 9
- 1 Double Bed, 2 King Beds and 3 Twin Beds
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Standard Double Room
- 269 sq ft
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Double Beds
View all photos for Superior Double Room, Bay View
Superior Double Room, Bay View
- 237 sq ft
- Bay view
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Double Beds
About the neighborhood
Puerto Ayora
El Barranco Galapagos places you next to Galápagos National Park and Academy Bay. This 10-room, 3-star hotel has free breakfast along with conveniences like an outdoor pool and free in-room WiFi.
What's nearby
- Malecon - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
- Fishing Piers - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
- Charles Darwin Research Station - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
- Las Ninfas Lagoon - 2 min drive - 0.5 miles
- Academy Bay - 2 min drive - 0.5 miles
Getting around
- Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour) - 77 min drive
Restaurants
- Almar Lounge & Grill Bar - 2 min walk
- El Muelle De Darwin - 9 min walk
- TJ Restaurant - 4 min walk
- Golden Prague Galapagos - 5 min walk
- Il Giardino - 7 min walk
About this property
El Barranco Galapagos
Bayside hotel with free breakfast and a coffee shop
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. 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.
Languages
English, Spanish
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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 6:30 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
- 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
- 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
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: noon; Check-in end time: 10:30 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
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 20.0 per day
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
- Ecuador value-added tax (15%). Nonresident travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa may be eligible for a tax refund. However, nonresident travelers may be exempt from value-added tax (15%) on package bookings.
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 20.0 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
- Check-in: noon—-10:30 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.
- 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.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
- Pool access available from 1:00 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 Las Grietas less than a mile away.
How much does it cost to stay at El Barranco Galapagos?
As of May 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Barranco Galapagos on May 24, 2025 start from $174.25, 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.
Is there parking available at El Barranco Galapagos?
No, there isn't parking at this hotel.
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 1:00 PM and 10:00 PM.
What will couples enjoy most about a stay at El Barranco Galapagos?
This waterfront hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a restaurant.
Does El Barranco Galapagos have a hot tub?
Yes, guests can enjoy 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).
Can I book a room with a balcony at El Barranco Galapagos?
Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer either a balcony or a patio where guests can enjoy sea or city views.
El Barranco Galapagos Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.8/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
6/10 Okay
Alicia
Traveled with family
May 4, 2025
Good location,but the hotel is under construction is a lot of construction noise,we was one night without water and towels what we find very inconvenient in this moment is not restaurant so if you book with breakfast they will send you to other hotel to take breakfast.
Alicia
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Franklin
Traveled with family
May 3, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente atención y personal muy amable
Franklin
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mauro R
Traveled with family
Apr 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Mais do que se poderia esperar.
Mauro R
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025