Accommodation: Galapagos Islands Hotels
Where we stay
Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime in one of the world's most stunning natural environments - the incredible Galapagos National Park and Galapagos Marine Reserve!
Our simplistic accommodation allows you to fully immerse yourself in the beauty of the National Park, both in and out of the water. Due to the island’s commitment to protecting its environment, many of the processes within the hotels are basic, with the staff working hard to meet every guest’s needs.
The Accommodation
For the first three nights of our trip, we stay at Casa de Marita on Isabela Island. We then stay at the Posada del Mar hotel on Santa Cruz Island for the remaining three nights.
Rooms at both hotels are based on twin share with en-suite facilities with a limited number of single occupancies and sea view upgrades available.
If you'd like to extend your stay by one or two days, please contact our travel partners Galapagos Alternative directly at info@galapagosalternative.com.
Room Specific Information
Twin/Double (En-Suite Bathroom)
At both hotels we stay at, this room type can either be set up as 1x double bed or 2x twin beds with an en-suite bathroom. This room can be booked as single or double occupancy. Casa de Marita (photo 1), Posada del Mar (photo 2).
Room Amenities:
- Free Wi-Fi
- Air Conditioning
- Safe Deposit Box (only at Posada del Mar)
- Fridge (only at Casa de Marita)
- Hair Dryer
Twin/Double with Sea View (En-Suite Bathroom)
At both hotels we stay at, this room type can either be set up as 1x double bed or 2x twin beds with an en-suite bathroom and a Sea view. This room can be booked as single or double occupancy. Casa de Marita (photo 1), Posada del Mar (photo 2).
Room Amenities:
- Free Wi-Fi
- Air Conditioning
- Safe Deposit Box (only at Posada del Mar)
- Fridge (only at Casa de Marita)
- Hair Dryer
Twin/Double in Master Suite with Sea View (En-Suite Bathroom)
At Casa de Marita, this room can be set up with King- or Queen-Sized beds, with an ensuite bathroom. This room has a balcony with Sea views.
At Posada del Mar, this room can be set up as 1x double or 2x twin beds with an ensuite bathroom. This room has a balcony overlooking the bay with Sea views.
You can book this room for both single and double occupancy for the duration of the trip. Casa de Marita (photo 1), Posada del Mar (photo 2).
Room Amenities:
- Free Wi-Fi
- Air Conditioning
- Safe Deposit Box (only at Posada del Mar)
- Fridge (only at Casa de Marita)
- Hair Dryer
Hotel Information & Facilities
Check In / Check Out Times
Casa de Marita
Casa de Marita is situated on a sandy beach lined with palm trees, near the small town of Puerto Villamil. Casa de Marita is a wholesome hotel, surrounded by white-sand beaches and the turquoise seas that wash over Isabela Island. Casa de Marita's standard rooms are located in the garden or 'inland' across from the main building. There are a handful of Sea View rooms and just one Master Suite.
Posada del Mar
Posada del Mar offers simple, homely accommodation in Puerto Ayora, on the beautiful island of Santa Cruz. Situated right at the heart of the Galapagos Islands, this hotel is an ideal place from which to begin your adventures and explore this fascinating part of the world.
Travel Plugs & Electricity
Given the isolated nature of the Galapagos Islands and the limited local infrastructure, Wi-Fi coverage is generally slow and can be quite unreliable. While both of our hotels have Wi-Fi, it is sometimes only possible to connect in reception or other common areas.
We suggest you purchase a 3G SIM card to use during your stay in the Galapagos. Our partners at Galapagos Alternative will be able to assist you with this in location.
For a useful source of information on the different electrical outlets, electrical plugs, and electric sockets, please visit www.worldstandards.eu.
Food and Drink
All breakfasts and lunches on Days 1 – 6 are included on the trip. Dinner on the first night (Day 1) is included in your package price, but all other dinners are at your own expense giving you a fantastic opportunity to explore and experience the local cafes and restaurants of your choice over the course of your trip. Please note that on occasion fresh fruit and vegetables can be in short supply on the islands and our local partners try to source all produce locally rather than importing from mainland Ecuador.
As a guide, dinners range from $25-$35 for set menus or buffets. Soft drinks are $1-$2 and beers are $2-$4. Please note that some restaurants may not accept payment by credit card, so we recommend that you take some cash with you for these occasions.
Due to the quality of the drinking water, we recommend that you only drink bottled water whilst in the Galapagos. You should also use bottled water to brush your teeth. Complimentary water filling stations are available in both hotels.
Dietary Requirements
If you have any dietary requirements, please let us know at the time of booking. There is a section to complete within the profile details of your SwimTrek account requesting dietary requirements, which will also allow you to notify us of any dietary preferences.
While we will do our best to accommodate these requests, due to the remote location of many of our trips, this cannot always be guaranteed, and allergens may be present. Should this be a cause for concern, and you have no safe solution available please reconsider your intent to travel.
If you have either a requirement or preference for specific food or drinks which may be difficult to source on location, we strongly recommend bringing these with you.
Hotel Location
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