La Zayapa Hotel

3.5 star property
Beach fun, near Malecón San Cristobal

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Double Room, Oceanfront | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Reception
Exterior
Children's activities
Reception

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
Avenida Charles Darwin s/n and, Herman Melville, Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, Galapagos, 200120
  • Malecón San Cristobal
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Mann Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Galapagos Interpretation Center
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • San Cristobal (SCY)
    ‪14 min walk‬

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Room options

Double Room, Oceanfront

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Family Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Double Room, 1 Bedroom

  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Puerto Baquerizo Moreno

La Zayapa Hotel is adjacent to popular attractions such as Galápagos National Park and Malecón San Cristobal. This 3.5-star hotel has 9 rooms and welcomes guests with free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Malecón San Cristobal - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Monument to Charles Darwin - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Mann Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Galapagos Interpretation Center - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Punta Carola Beach - 7 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • San Cristobal (SCY) - 1 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Post Office - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Midori Sushi Pub - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Calypso Bar Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Pier Restaurant & Cevicheria - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪El Descanso Marinero - ‬2 min walk

About this property

La Zayapa Hotel

Beach fun, near Malecón San Cristobal
At La Zayapa Hotel, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and a terrace. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff can assist with concierge services, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this beach hotel include an ATM and a water dispenser.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Safes and desks are also standard.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of USD 17.25; reservation required
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Beagle Bar

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Shopping
  • Surfing/bodyboarding

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • On the bay
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Built in 2013
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 4:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 50
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 100

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 4 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • 15 percent destination fee will be charged
  • 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.

  • Early check-in fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 100 (subject to availability)
  • Hosted evening meal: USD 17.25

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; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: noon—-4:30 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

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.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

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

Property is also known as

Zayapa Hotel Puerto Baquerizo Moreno
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La Zayapa Galapagos Islands/San Cristobal, Ecuador
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La Zayapa Hotel Puerto Baquerizo Moreno
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Frequently asked questions

What can I see around La Zayapa Hotel?

This hotel is located in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, just steps from Galápagos National Park and Malecón San Cristobal, and within a short walk of Playa de Oro. You'll also find Mann Beach and Galapagos Interpretation Center less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at La Zayapa Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does La Zayapa Hotel include a casino on the premises?

No, La Zayapa Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at La Zayapa Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at La Zayapa Hotel?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this waterfront hotel, including a bar, a restaurant, and free breakfast.

Does La Zayapa Hotel have a hot tub?

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

Does La Zayapa Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, La Zayapa Hotel serves free continental breakfast at Beagle Bar each morning.

Will La Zayapa Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at La Zayapa Hotel.

Does La Zayapa Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to La Zayapa Hotel?

The closest major airport to La Zayapa Hotel is San Cristobal (SCY), which is within a mile.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at La Zayapa Hotel?

No, at La Zayapa Hotel, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

La Zayapa Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 163 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 60 out of 163 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 163 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 163 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 163 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Yuri, Newton

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing good comes to mind after that horrible experience staying in La Zayapa place in San Cristobal. Eric, called himself a manager, is so cheap..., in room he generously ofered tap water instead of bottles, provides the same, very suspicious, liquid soap or detergent as shampoo and body wash in very suspicious color. No extra towel is allowed, according his words, even they are overused and should be replaced long time before. And beside that, he charge us over $400 who knows what for, it's all in Spanish and we haven't used anything in this place, nothing was offered in the first place. I strongly advice Expedia to verify the quality of hotels, they recommend, because paying for staying in a hotel as a 4 stars when It's not even a 1 star hostel is misleading advertising and is not fair to it's customers.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a family-owned and run hotel that is next to their restaurant and tour business. We soon became family even though we did not speak each others' languages. It is next to the water and pier. We loved sitting out front and listening to the sea lions bark and watch the crabs scurrying about their business. The coveted blue-footed boobie visited each evening.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Prasad, Powell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Just the right place. Very convenient.

10/10 Excellent

Barbara, Queenstown

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre, Bountiful

Traveled with family
Wonderful place to stay. Isabella made us feel like family.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Kitchen staff really rude

The girl behind the reception desk was super kind and friendly. The housekeeping were spot on with the room. The reason I would never stay at this hotel again was down to the kitchen staff. They were rude and kept laughing at me and sniggering one day I was refused breakfast when I was told I could sit down for a breakfast included in my stay an argument about it ensued with the kitchen staff and the lady who said I was ok to sit down. It made me feel really uncomfortable and I didn't bother. It ruined my stay having to walk past them sniggering at me for no reason.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Carlos

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was great, right in the middle of everything; the staff was friendly and the Wi-Fi was fast. The room was spacious and clean, but the electrical outlets were in inconvenient locations and the electric shower head was difficult to operate (it basically just served scalding-hot water)
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is located very close to the airport. It is worth the extra money for a beautiful ocean view. You can see the seals playing in the water and hear them throughout the day. It is the perfect walking distance to everything you could need. There is a small cafe that also has everyday essentials (soap, sun screen, aloe vera, drinks, snacks, alcohol, etc). The hotel also offers breakfast, however if you have a tour scheduled you have the option for a box lunch. This is very convenient and comes with a juice, apple, and pack of cookies which you can place in your fridge over night. Additionally, the hotel is located right across the way from the area in which the tours meet. The air conditioner in the room is perfect, and the hotel also provides complementary drinking water both in your room and downstairs. It is an extremely safe area, where everyone is extremely friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Jorge

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Jenna

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff here was awful. Very unfriendly. No one even told me what time breakfast was or that the exterior door locked at a certain time in the evening. I was dealing with a family crisis at check in and they were completely unsympathetic and even attempted to take advantage of me. At first saying they could not accommodate a change in dates unless I upgraded room type and then, Lo and behold there was a room available of the same type when I said no thank you to the upgrade. The room was simple. Clean, but not comfortable. Awful view out my window and the window didn’t even fully close.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darcy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect location close to pier. Room was comfortable with good ac and WiFi. Staff was friendly and breakfast was delicious and plentiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Francisco, Duran

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Location and safety in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

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

Great little hotel!

Overall great location, friendly staff, walkable!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary, Tucson

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location... right in the heart of town. Walk everywhere! Clean and comfortable. Friendly (Spanish speaking) staff, some English.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to everything with the piers across the walkway from the hotel. Room was magnificent and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob

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

Great lication

Lovely hotel, real friendly staff, spacious rooms. Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle

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

Lovely hotel

This hotel is in a great location. The cab from the airport was $3. It is on the Malecon and is very walk friendly. The breakfast is outside in front of the hotel and is very quick to receive. If you are going on an early tour they will leave a small bag for you with a sandwich, apple, juice box and cookies. There is water in the lobby to refill your bottles and tea available in the evening. Ask about walking to Mann beach and there is a museum there as well. Plenty of sea lions all around.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice economy hotel .My room looked right out on the ocean.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

jintao

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, just in front of the ferry port, but still quiet and no noisy. Hotel had very good condition, everything is as expected. Front desk had free tea and coffee whold day long. Restaurant had $1 for soft ice cream, but which is not as good as the one on multiple market. Room is big enough and bed is good. Not luxury but comfortable and convenience. The town is very small, everywhere is in walking distance. airport is also only 15 minutes walking. Taxi is $1/p.p shared, or $5/p.car from airport to hotel, but $3/p.car from hotel to airport. Highly recommended. Only thing I don't like is that they won't be able to be charged by Expedia, but via a 3rd party link, which make us feeling uncomfortable of the transaction safety. Sea lion is the major residence here.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Khrista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Maria

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We found the hotel to be very comfortable, the location is excellent and staff are friendly. Great value

8/10 Good

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

On the water front !!

Beautiful views of the San Cristobal harbour, super close to all the shops and Restaurants and you can even hear the sea lions playing in the water
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Fernando

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Blake

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great view of the harbour. There was a comical, loud barking sea lion in the harbour that we could hear from the room. The hotel has a nice cafe that provides a good breakfast. Location is great for getting to the pier for the ferry or for water taxis to do boat tours.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023