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Hotel Villa Escalesia Galapagos

Property class: 3

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A pool area with lounge chairs, a hot tub, and a view of the ocean.
A spacious living area with a kitchen, dining table, and comfortable seating.
A modern building with a curved balcony, surrounded by a garden with trees and a stone pathway.
A wooden deck with a curved railing, surrounded by tropical plants and a small pool.
A modern interior with a large glass door leading to an outdoor garden area.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Seymour Street and Charles Dawin Avenue, Puerto Ayora, Islas Galápagos, 200350
  • Place, Academy Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Fishing Piers
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Gus Angermeyer Ferry Terminal
    ‪8 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, Garden View, Ground Floor

A hotel room with two beds, a wicker chair, and a painting of a coastal scene.

Standard Room, Garden View, Ground Floor

  • Garden view
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View, Tower

A modern hotel room with a kitchen area, a large bed, and a view of greenery outside.

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View, Tower

  • Garden view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, Ocean View, Ground Floor

A hotel room with two beds, a wicker chair, a large window with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.

Superior Room, Ocean View, Ground Floor

  • Ocean view
  • 312 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Honeymoon Double Room, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub, Ocean View

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV, and a view of the ocean.

Honeymoon Double Room, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Signature Room, Hot Tub, Ocean View

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a wooden nightstand, a small table, and a view of a wooden deck.

Signature Room, Hot Tub, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, Ocean View, Tower

A modern bedroom with a large bed, wooden shelves, a television, and a view of greenery outside.

Superior Room, Ocean View, Tower

  • Ocean view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Exclusive Villa, Multiple Bedrooms, Private Pool, Bay View

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a wooden deck.

Exclusive Villa, Multiple Bedrooms, Private Pool, Bay View

  • Bay view
  • 18299 sq ft
  • 6 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 20
  • 5 King Beds, 6 Large Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Puerto Ayora

Hotel Villa Escalesia Galapagos places you next to Galápagos National Park and Academy Bay. This 3-star hotel has 6 guestrooms and offers conveniences like free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Academy Bay - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Fishing Piers - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Gus Angermeyer Ferry Terminal - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Malecon - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Las Ninfas Lagoon - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour) - 99 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Islander Coffee Roasters - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Golden Prague Galapagos - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Isla Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Gelato Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Øy - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hotel Villa Escalesia Galapagos

At Hotel Villa Escalesia 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 75 per person one-way. Front-desk staff can assist with tours/tickets and luggage storage. Additional amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, a garden, and a water dispenser.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 43-inch Smart TVs with cable channels. Pillowtop beds sport Egyptian cotton sheets and down comforters, and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and bathrobes. Other amenities include minibars, safes, and desks.
An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site.

Children under 14 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or hot tub without adult supervision.

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

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM on request

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

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

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 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

This property enforces quiet hours from 8:00 PM to 8:00 AM

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

Children and extra beds

  • One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding

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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 75 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 75 (one-way), (from 3 to 18 years old)
  • A late check-out fee will be charged

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting
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—-7:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Villa Escalesia Galapagos

Hotel Villa Escalesia Galapagos Hotel

Hotel Villa Escalesia Galapagos Puerto Ayora

Hotel Villa Escalesia Galapagos Hotel Puerto Ayora

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to Hotel Villa Escalesia Galapagos?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Villa Escalesia Galapagos?

As of Sep 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Villa Escalesia Galapagos on Sep 21, 2026 start from $292, 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 Hotel Villa Escalesia Galapagos?

No, this hotel doesn't offer parking.

Is a spa located at Hotel Villa Escalesia Galapagos?

Spa services at the hotel include hot stone massages, deep-tissue massages, and aromatherapy.

Does Hotel Villa Escalesia Galapagos have a casino on the premises?

No, Hotel Villa Escalesia Galapagos doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hotel Villa Escalesia 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 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Hotel Villa Escalesia Galapagos?

This waterfront hotel offers many amenities for couples, including in-room massages as well as an outdoor pool and a poolside bar.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel Villa Escalesia Galapagos?

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

Does Hotel Villa Escalesia Galapagos feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Hotel Villa Escalesia Galapagos offers free full breakfasts each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Hotel Villa Escalesia Galapagos allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel Villa Escalesia Galapagos.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel Villa Escalesia Galapagos?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Hotel Villa Escalesia Galapagos?

The closest major airport to Hotel Villa Escalesia Galapagos is Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour), which is 29.9 mi away (99 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Hotel Villa Escalesia Galapagos?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a furnished balcony where guests can enjoy ocean and garden views.

Hotel Villa Escalesia Galapagos Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hidden gem of Santa Cruz
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The kindest and most thoughtful staff you will ever find. Hotel was beautiful, renovated but with a lot of charm. Breakfast was delicious. Overall our stay there was well beyond our expectations. 100% recommend
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Atención excelente
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Monica

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

Excelente

Excelente atención
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024