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PENGUIN HOSTEL

3.0 star property

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A room with two beds, stone walls, a tiled floor, and a view through a window.
Interior
Restaurant
Family Double or Twin Room | Down comforters, laptop workspace, bed sheets
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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juan leon mera, Puerto Ayora, Islas Galápagos, 200102
  • Place, Academy Bay
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Malecon
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Las Ninfas Lagoon
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour)
    ‪121 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Triple Room, Multiple Beds | Down comforters, laptop workspace, bed sheets

Classic Triple Room, Multiple Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Large Twin Beds

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A room with three beds, a stone wall, a wooden door, and a window with a view.

Classic Triple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

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Family Double or Twin Room | Down comforters, laptop workspace, bed sheets

Family Double or Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds

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Family Double or Twin Room | Down comforters, laptop workspace, bed sheets

Family Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Classic Quadruple Room | Down comforters, laptop workspace, bed sheets

Classic Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Large Twin Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a window with blue curtains, a door with a wooden lattice, and a view of a blue sky and greenery outside.

Classic Triple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Large Twin Beds

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Classic Triple Room | Down comforters, laptop workspace, bed sheets

Classic Triple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Large Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Puerto Ayora

PENGUIN HOSTEL places you next to Galápagos National Park and within a 10-minute walk of Academy Bay. This 7-room, 3-star hostel has conveniences like free breakfast, a restaurant, and a rooftop terrace.
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What's nearby

  • Academy Bay - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Fishing Piers - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Malecon - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Las Ninfas Lagoon - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Charles Darwin Research Station - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Santa Cruz Brewery - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Islander Coffee Roasters - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Isla Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Limón Café Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Golden Prague Galapagos - ‬10 min walk

About this property

PENGUIN HOSTEL

Guests of PENGUIN HOSTEL enjoy a rooftop terrace, free WiFi in public areas, and refrigerator in a common area. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with tours or tickets, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a communal living room, and a ballroom.
Beds sport pillow menus and down comforters. Free local calls are also available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In a national park
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Ballroom
  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Free local calls
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive key retrieval information
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Children stay free when using existing bedding (children may not be eligible for free breakfast)

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.

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 only accepts cash
  • Check-in: 10:00 AM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.
Property Registration Number 001.7010568

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 only accepts cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of PENGUIN HOSTEL?

Located steps from Galápagos National Park, this hostel is in Puerto Ayora, and within a 10-minute walk of Academy Bay and Fishing Piers. You'll also find Charles Darwin Research Station and Las Ninfas Lagoon less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at PENGUIN HOSTEL?

As of Jul 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at PENGUIN HOSTEL on Jul 14, 2026 start from $73, 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.

Will I be able to park at PENGUIN HOSTEL?

No, this hostel doesn't offer parking.

Does PENGUIN HOSTEL feature a casino?

No, PENGUIN HOSTEL doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at PENGUIN HOSTEL?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at PENGUIN HOSTEL?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like a pillow menu as well as a restaurant and a bar/lounge.

Does PENGUIN HOSTEL have a hot tub?

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

Does PENGUIN HOSTEL have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, PENGUIN HOSTEL serves free self-serve breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Will PENGUIN HOSTEL allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at PENGUIN HOSTEL.

Does PENGUIN HOSTEL have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

How close is the airport from PENGUIN HOSTEL?

The closest major airport to PENGUIN HOSTEL is Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour), which is about 20.5 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at PENGUIN HOSTEL?

No, you won't find rooms with balconies at PENGUIN HOSTEL.

PENGUIN HOSTEL Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

LEO

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the stay, very welcoming atmosphere, wonderful owners, I recommend this to everyone
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Extremely friendly service and clean rooms!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice room (private), cleaned everyday. Plenty of space
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025