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Isla del Descanso

2.0 star property
Hostel with free breakfast, steps from Galápagos National Park

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Comfort Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, desk
Reception
Comfort Quadruple Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, desk

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
16 de marzo y fragatas, Puerto Villamil, Islas Galápagos, 200103
  • Puerto Villamil Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • El Embarcadero Pier
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Concha de Perla Nature Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • José de Villamil Airport (IBB)
    ‪4 min drive‬

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Room options

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Comfort Triple Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, desk

Comfort Triple Room

  • 452 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Quadruple Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, desk

Comfort Quadruple Room

  • 495 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Large Twin Beds

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Comfort Quadruple Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, desk

Comfort Quadruple Room

  • 495 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Twin Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, desk

Comfort Twin Room

  • 452 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Comfort Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, desk

Comfort Double or Twin Room

  • 452 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Large Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Puerto Villamil

Isla del Descanso places you next to Galápagos National Park and within a 5-minute walk of Puerto Villamil Beach. This 7-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, a coffee shop/cafe, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Galápagos National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Puerto Villamil Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • El Embarcadero Pier - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Posada de Flamengos - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Concha de Perla Nature Park - 7 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • José de Villamil Airport (IBB) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shawarma Hot - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Las Palmeras - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Beach - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪El Cafetal - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pan & Vino - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Isla del Descanso

Hostel with free breakfast, steps from Galápagos National Park
Guests of Isla del Descanso enjoy free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and a terrace. Front-desk staff can assist with tours/tickets and dry cleaning/laundry. This hostel also has laundry facilities.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and down comforters, and bathrooms offer free toiletries. Desks and wardrobes or closets are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 9:00 AM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • Administrative fee: USD 10 per accommodation, per stay
  • 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, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 9:00 AM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 9:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.

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, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Isla Descanso Puerto Villamil
Isla del Descanso Puerto Villamil
Isla del Descanso Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Isla del Descanso?

Isla del Descanso offers free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see near Isla del Descanso?

This hostel in Puerto Villamil is within a 10-minute walk of Galápagos National Park and Puerto Villamil Beach. You'll also find El Embarcadero Pier and Concha de Perla Nature Park less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Isla del Descanso?

No, this hostel doesn't offer parking.

Does Isla del Descanso have a casino at the property?

No, Isla del Descanso doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Isla del Descanso?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What do couples enjoy most about Isla del Descanso?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding as well as a café and free breakfast.

Does Isla del Descanso have a hot tub?

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

Does Isla del Descanso have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Isla del Descanso serves free continental breakfast each morning from its cafe.

Does Isla del Descanso allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Isla del Descanso.

Does Isla del Descanso have connecting rooms?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Isla del Descanso?

The closest major airport to Isla del Descanso is José de Villamil Airport (IBB), which is 1.2 mi away (11 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Isla del Descanso?

No, at Isla del Descanso, there aren't any rooms that list a balcony.

Isla del Descanso Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

MarieMichelle

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location was great. Rooms are clean. We did not take the breakfast service as we had adventures each day that started at 7:00 AM. Its a great basecamp
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

K

Liked: Staff & service

A good option for a few nights on a budget

A basic bugdget accommodation. I had a large room, very basic but as expected. 3 beds, table and open wardrobe. Breakfast was good, although the upper floor area could really benefit from a bit of a spruce up, its a shame they don't make more use of the roof top area. It's currently not a pleasant place for eating!!!! But could be a nice place to chill with a bit of effort. Water (hot and cold) available 24/7 in lobby area. Sodas and beer also available. Only met the manager (Byron, i think) who was friendly, polite and helpful. He also booked an excursion at a good price. A good option for a few nights on a budget.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is very well located. The staff is very friendly and available. They have laundry service, bikes, snorkels at good prices. The hotel is new and clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Patricia

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
When we arrived they did not have the room we had booked, we had to take a smaller room. Two days without water to shower and 4 days without hot water. One morning there was no breakfast because there was a power outage. They do not offer toiletries, and towels were often missing after cleaning. They also do not have laundry service at the hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosalina

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service and attention. The manager is a terrific person very helpful and kind.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mathieu

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

AINO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024