Hotel Castro Galapagos

Hotel with a rooftop terrace, steps from Galápagos National Park

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Dates

July 2025

August 2025

Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Popular amenities

Bar
Pool
Breakfast available
Laundry
Air conditioning
Housekeeping

Explore the area

Barrio Las Ninfas Calle Colonos, Puerto Ayora, Galapagos, 200350

Malecon
‪2 min walk‬
Charles Darwin Research Station
‪17 min walk‬
Playa de los Alemanes
Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour)
‪72 min drive‬

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Room options

Family Room

Ocean view
Sleeps 5
5 Twin Beds

Triple Room

Ocean view
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

Quadruple Room

Ocean view
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

Double or Twin Room

Ocean view
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Single Room

Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

Classic Single Room, Sea View

Sea view
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Puerto Ayora

Hotel Castro Galapagos places you next to Galápagos National Park and Las Grietas. This 10-room, 3-star hotel has an outdoor pool along with free in-room WiFi and a rooftop terrace.

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) - 81 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

Hotel Castro Galapagos

Hotel with a rooftop terrace, steps from Galápagos National Park

At Hotel Castro Galapagos, guests have access to an outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace, and free WiFi in public areas. For transportation, you can make use of an airport shuttle for a fee (available on request), as well as limo/town car service. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with concierge services, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a business center, laundry facilities, and a garden.

Guests can expect to find free WiFi and TVs with satellite channels. Free toiletries are also standard.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

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

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

No onsite parking available
Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) on request
Limo/town car service

Food and drink

Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant

Things to do

Bicycle rentals
Outdoor pool

Family friendly

Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool

Conveniences

Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Safe at front desk

Guest services

Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

Business center

Outdoors

Garden
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

No elevator

1 building
3 floors
Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

Blackout drapes

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Private bathroom
Shower

Entertainment

TV with satellite channels

Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 9:00 AM

Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Children and extra beds

Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Ecuador value-added tax (15%). Nonresident travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa may be exempt from value-added tax (15%).

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 accepts credit cards

Check-in: 9:00 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 on request), 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
There are no elevators.
No cribs or infant beds are available.
No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Hotel Castro Galapagos Puerto Ayora

Hotel Castro Galapagos

Castro Galapagos Puerto Ayora

Castro Galapagos

Hotel Castro Galapagos Hotel

Hotel Castro Galapagos Puerto Ayora

Hotel Castro Galapagos Hotel Puerto Ayora

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Hotel Castro Galapagos?

Hotel Castro Galapagos provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see close to Hotel Castro Galapagos?

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

Is parking available on site at Hotel Castro Galapagos?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Does Hotel Castro Galapagos include a casino on the premises?

No, Hotel Castro Galapagos doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hotel Castro Galapagos?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Hotel Castro Galapagos a good place to stay for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Does Hotel Castro Galapagos have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Hotel Castro Galapagos feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hotel Castro Galapagos serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel Castro Galapagos?

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

How far is the airport from Hotel Castro Galapagos?

The closest major airport to Hotel Castro Galapagos is Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour), which is 29.9 mi away (81 minutes by car).

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

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Hotel Castro Galapagos.

Hotel Castro Galapagos Reviews

6.2

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

5.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8/10 Good

Maxwell, Port st Lucie

Dec 1, 2015

Liked: Staff & service

Satisfactory. Great location

It was good but I tried to adjust the booking by cancelling1night in good time but was not permitted.

6/10 Okay

yvonne, Birmingham England

Jul 27, 2015

Liked: Cleanliness

ok hotel close to harbour

This hotel is old, but it does have a sort of quaintness to it. It is situated next to the harbour and if you sit around the back you can spot all sorts of wildlife. Very little English spoken here, so you will get to use your Spanish. We enjoyed our stay but did lose a few things, not sure if they were lost or just disappeared so would recommend the use of the safe. Windows are a little ill fitting but all in all an ok hotel. There is a little plunge pool but very small and very cold. Not big enough to swim, but great if you just want to cool off.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

May 13, 2015

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Disappointing

The hotel is very old and not very appealing. It was clean enough but not what I expected for the price - although accommodations in Galapagos are very expensive so I guess it is all relative. This is more like a hostel than a hotel. I had a private bath with three beds in my room. The staff were pleasant but didn't not understand a bit of English. The location of the hotel was great for us. I recommend this hotel only because of the lack of good hotels in the area.

6/10 Okay

d, Vermont

Mar 5, 2015

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Inexpensive no frills with an ideal location

A bit on the rustic side however the location is perfect as is the view from the top floors. Bare necessities are present however your not in the Galapagos to hang out in your room. Walls between the rooms are paper thin which was tough the couple nights a family with a crying baby stayed next door. It must have been an interesting hotel in its hey day which was about 25 years ago. The front desk was INCREDIBLY helpful in setting up boat tours and taxis All staff were very friendly and accommodating. The last evening of my stay the hotel hosted a religios service in the all purpose room that woke me up and continued until 11:00, this was directly across the hall from my room. Breakfast was good. At times the shower would not produce water for a few seconds. But again a good price for a great location a view from the top floors of the defunct lounge and bar area.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Mar 4, 2015

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

Not a luxury hotel

this is a budget hotel. The staff very friendly and the hotel is clean and well kept. I would highly recommend this hotel. In the Galapagos the only time spent in room is to sleep anyway.

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Feb 20, 2015

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

it is not a hotel, rather hostel.

Loudy at night and no restaurant. No concierge and nobody in hotel can speak english. credit card cannot be used. breakfast from 7am when usually tour programs starts to 9am with poor quality. the difference of USD30 between single and classic single is only a view of port.

4/10 Poor

Sherry, So. CA

Jan 20, 2015

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotel staff very helpful. Close to the pier.

The hotel staff was very friendly and helpful. It was close to the pier and restaurants. The room was was basic. It needed some maintenance and TLC. It was not what I would expect for the price.

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Dec 31, 2014

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

This is a "Last Minute; vesry Last Resort"

The staff is very nice and accommodating as best they could. (1) LOCATION: thought it close to everything, it located on a one-way busy side street where we walked out the door and onto the traffic with taxis, trucks, buses, motorcycles and pedestrian traffic all day and most of the night. St San Francisco Catholic Church is across the narrow street and bells and singing is loud. (2) ROOM CONDITIONS: The room was dark, dimly lit and the floor was sort of dusty, not properly swept or mopped; the bathroom was small, and whenever water went through the pipe from upstairs, a sewer scent would emit from the pipe in the corner of our room. The sink had a home made wooden enclosure which could not be opened; the shower has a 6" wall step to step over into the shower; not suitable or accessible for anyone with problems climbing steps. (3) BREAKFAST: The breakfast was plain and bland and we were served the same thing for three days - hard scrambled eggs, rolls, butter, diluted juice, coffee.

4/10 Poor

Carmen, Arizona

Dec 27, 2014

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Very disappointing

We booked the room for 6 of us. When we arrived they only allowed 5 to stay even though there was one double bed and 4 single ones and we wanted to stay together like in the cabin. We had to pay extra for another room. Then the next morning our boat trip was scheduled for 645 am departure. Their breakfast started at 7 and they could not accommodate an earlier breakfast time for our family. We had to go eat elsewhere. The staff was not helpful when it came to questions about suggestions for places to visit in the island. No concierge knowledge or attempt to be helpful. It seemed they lacked training.

8/10 Good

Roger, Vancouver, Canada

Nov 24, 2014

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

Pleasant stay

Nice quiet hotel..... Excellent location a block from city center and pier to take tours.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Oct 26, 2014

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

Disliked: Room comfort

It is loud. In fareness everything in PA is loud it seems. Right next to a church that rocks out every evening. Had a few lizards in my room, which is fine.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Nov 19, 2015

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

8/10 Good

Galapagos Shark, 愛知県

Nov 15, 2015

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

港に近いホテル

港にも近く、スーパーマーケットもすぐそばにあり、レストラン街も近い。何かと便利。建物はおしゃれで、屋上からは港やサンタクルス島のハイランドも見渡せる。部屋もきれいで、wifiのつながりもよかった。スタッフも親切で英語もちゃんと通じる。４泊したが、快適だった。

6/10 Okay

Farid, Idstein

Aug 27, 2015

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Absolut okay. Zentral!

Sehr zentrale Lage zum Hafen. Zimmer sauber und Bad okay. Hatten Familienzimmer mit Verbindungstür zu einem guten Preis. Frühstück eher ecuadorianisch schmal. Pool sauber aber in Hinterhof Atmosphäre, wenig einladend für mehr als eine kurze Erfrischung. Personal nett und hilfreich. W-Lan geht gut.