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Hotel Red Booby

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Galápagos National Park

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Courtyard
Beach/ocean view
Garden view
Executive Triple Room | Free WiFi
Property entrance

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Av Plaza y Charles Binford, Puerto Ayora, Galapagos
  • Place, Malecon
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Charles Darwin Research Station
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa de los Alemanes
  • Airport, Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour)
    ‪72 min drive‬

Room options

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Executive Double Room | Free WiFi

Executive Double Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room | Free WiFi

Standard Room

  • 861 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Executive Triple Room | Free WiFi

Executive Triple Room

  • 646 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Puerto Ayora

Hotel Red Booby places you next to Galápagos National Park and within a 5-minute walk of Academy Bay. This 3-star hotel has 27 rooms and welcomes guests with free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Malecon - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Academy Bay - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Fishing Piers - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Charles Darwin Research Station - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Las Ninfas Lagoon - 2 min drive - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Santa Cruz Brewery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Limón Café Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Isla Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Golden Prague Galapagos - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Rock - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Red Booby

Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Galápagos National Park
Guests of Hotel Red Booby enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a terrace. Airport transportation is made easy with an airport shuttle for a fee (available on request). The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with securing valuables, luggage storage, and tours or tickets. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a garden, and barbecue grills.
TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Free toiletries are also available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

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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

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 9 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

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.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

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 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
Cashless transactions are available
  • Check-in: 1 PM
  • Check-out: 9 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. 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 for incidental charges and 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.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 8 AM to 7 PM.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Hotel Red Booby?

Hotel Red Booby offers free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do around Hotel Red Booby?

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

Is there parking available at Hotel Red Booby?

No, there isn't parking available at the hotel.

Does Hotel Red Booby include a casino on the premises?

No, Hotel Red Booby doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hotel Red Booby?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 8 AM and 7 PM.

Is Hotel Red Booby a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool and a restaurant plus some guestrooms include city views.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel Red Booby?

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

Does Hotel Red Booby feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hotel Red Booby serves free buffet breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Does Hotel Red Booby allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Hotel Red Booby.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel Red Booby?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Hotel Red Booby?

The closest major airport to Hotel Red Booby is Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour), which is 30 mi away (84 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Hotel Red Booby?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Hotel Red Booby.

Reviews

Hotel Red Booby Reviews

7.2

Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 20 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John B

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and very helpful when we had some issues (issues not related to the hotel stay). The staff tried their best to be accommodating!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Kenji

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
Just two key things to note. The hotel charges per person so if you bring children, please note an additional cost per night per person not written anywhere on your booking itinerary or confirmation. Second, the internet was terrible. If you're lucky, you may catch the hotel router when it appears as an available wifi even on the first floor, but if you hit the jackpot and see the router and connect, it is excruciatingly slow. I thought that maybe it was my phone, but tried it at different times of the day and night with all phones in the family to no avail. Posting anything on the internet was nearly impossible, let alone making a phone call. They claimed this is how it is on the islands but we did not have this issue at other hotels, even on more remote islands. As a result, we had no choice but to pay the per night charge for our children as we were unable to cancel without cost, and we were unable to get a reliable connection to have a meaningful call with Expedia throughout our entire stay. As long as you are aware of this and okay with it, the room we booked had three beds, was spacious, and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

john f

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

A wonderful surprise

The Red Booby was excellent for the price. Extremely clean, great location and a staff that can’t be beat.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The property was fairly nice, rooms were plain, tv was very small and old. The worst part was the management. I had reserved a room for 4 but for some reason Expedia only told them 2 adults but did not list the kids. Even though the correct number of beds were listed, the management said we had to pay over $500 more. We had already paid Expedia $621. We checked out after 3 nights because because the $ we paid Expedia should have covered that. They said we still owed them over $300 for those nights. Even their own website showed that it would be much cheaper than that and we should not owe them anything!! We argued and wasted several hours of our vacation. They refused to listen and finally said if we didn’t pay the extra money they would call the police. We ended up paying almost $950 for 3 nights. We are very angry and will never stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
The service was good after we got things figured out at check I which too two hours. The amenities are bare minimum but it is clean and I felt safe. The breakfast is the same everyday so you may want to venture out.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Plumbing on sink leAked, water throughout the room; and air conditioner was blowing out dust or dirt, and clanging, moved us to a lesser room that smelled like an outhouse and said it was the humidity, finally moved us to another room that sufficed. I recognize these things happen, but to try and gaslight the smell was not acceptable.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

6/10 Okay

Mary Beth, Durham NC

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good location but needs improvement

When we arrived at Hotel Red Booby, the room we had reserved (1 double bed and 2 twins) was not available. (even with written confirmation and I had pre-paid a month prior). We were put into a room with 3 twins half an hour later with no compensation. (none was given after contacting the hotel administration either). The breakfast staff person was rude and unfriendly. The décor is sorely out of date and in desperate need of an update. Wifi was a joke. Positives: location, rooftop pool, front desk staff was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018

2/10 Terrible

Canada, NY

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The Boobies are Running This Place

Although not warned by Expedia when I booked this hotel - they do not take credit cards - cash or pay pal only! Noisy, no head boards on bed so your ONE pillow will fall through behind bed. TV has interference and is maybe a 16 inch screen, no shades on the lights, etc etc,,,,,,, Only positive is; AC works and location but would not recommend to anyone, breakfast is also terrible.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Nice , affordable and close to everything.

We found the Hotel Red Booby clean and comfortable. It was close to everything In town. Staff was helpful and available when needed. A good thing to know - they do not take credit. A good choice for this price point.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2018

8/10 Good

Ron, Virginia, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very close to the main street, lots of bars and restaurants nearby, Inkos was a very good one. Went snorkeling twice in January on the equator, water was not warm, so we used wetsuits. The hotel was a place to sleep, as they should be when on vacation
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018

8/10 Good

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Convienient and has nice pool

This was a comfortable hotel in a good location. The staff were excellent and friendly. The pool was great. The room itself was sparse and the shower was uncomfortable - no place to put soap or shampoo. My room was surrounded by windows and looked out onto other room's windows. I found the price to be high for the quality of the accommodation; however, I was meeting a tour group at the hotel the day after I arrived, so it was convenient. I would consider a less expensive property if I returned, not because of the hotel, but because of the value for money.

10/10 Excellent

donna g

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

Great value

Great size room with a great view of the city!

10/10 Excellent

Nancy, Beaverton, OR

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

Couldn't have asked for a better stay

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Room was sparse but clean. Very nice breakfast included. Staff actually concerned when we didn't show up for breakfast one morning due to an early tour. I've never had that happen and was nice to know they were looking out for us. Hotel gave good recommendations on tour operators to use. Would definately stay here again!

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service

Good location a bit pricey.

Me and my wife stayed at this hotel in Santa Cruz. The location of the hotel is good, very short walking distance to the main street and with good restaurants around. The rooms are spacious though basic. The first night we stayed in a room on the ground floor facing the street, and the second night we stayed in a bit smaller room on the second floor inside the hotel. The A/C in the first room wasn't working very good, it worked for about 5 minutes and then stopped for about 10-15 minutes before it started working again. On the second room the A/C worked perfect, even though we decided not to use at at night as it was a bit colder. But the room had an odd smell. Breakfast was good if a wide variety of options including fruits, pancakes, scramble eggs, fresh bread and etc'. The service in general was good and staff was nice, BUT most of the time there was no one at the front desk so if you need something you need to wait for someone to pass by. Few times we tried to ring the bell to call to someone but it seems no one noticed it. At first they told us to leave the room key at the reception when going out of the hotel, but when we saw that there is no one at the reception few times and a room key lying on the front desk for few hours we've been told we can take the key with us. Overall it is a nice place to stay at, should have staff more available at the front desk. But we think it is a bit expensive for what you actually get.

6/10 Okay

rodniobe

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

It's okay

The hotel it'self is okay, the breakfast is good and everything is clean. The staff was a bit clueless. I had my door open 3 times for cleaning w/o them knocking! I was sick so I stayed in and they would just come in even after I asked them to not clean. Overall, it's expensive in terms of what you get.

8/10 Good

Barbara and Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Friendly people, good location

This hotel is very conveniently located a block from the waterfront in Puerto Ayora. The staff was very friendly and helpful, especially [...] at the front desk. There were a few little snags that we expected in a developing country - the cable was out for 3 of the 4 days, and water leaked under the balcony door and into the room when it rained especially hard. But the breakfasts were excellent, the room very clean and quiet, the air conditioning worked great, and there was always hot water. Plus the staff was great!P.S. The hotel seemed quite expensive when I booked it, but everything is expensive in the Galapagos Islands.

10/10 Excellent

Ramon

Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 15 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Christophe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

maria, Montevideo, Uruguay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
En general bueno el servicio, muy limpio.Personal muy amable. La ubicacion es muy buena pues esta equidistante del muelle , de los kioscos y otros restaurantes.