If being by the water is a major draw, Tortuga Bay Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 43.7 mi (70.3 km) from central Bella Vista. Enjoy the sunset by the shore at Playa de los Alemanes.
When the beach is calling your name, you might want to head down to Playa de los Alemanes, located 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from central Puerto Ayora. Enjoy the sunset by the shore at Tortuga Bay Beach.
Galapagos Interpretation Center is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from central Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, why not stop by during your stay. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Malecón San Cristobal, just a short walk away.
"We stayed at this hotel for a full week, and it exceeded our expectations in every way. From the moment we arrived, the entire staff made us feel welcome and well cared for. The hotel is relatively new, beautifully maintained, and offers a peaceful atmosphere with absolutely stunning views.
One of the highlights of our stay was the delicious breakfast served every morning. It was consistently fresh, flavorful, and something we genuinely looked forward to each day. The staff were incredibly accommodating with any requests we had and were always happy to answer our questions about the island, offering helpful recommendations and local insight that made our trip even more enjoyable.
We also loved having access to the complimentary kayaks and bicycles, which were a fantastic way to explore the area. A special thank you to Madelin and Denzel, who were exceptional hosts throughout our stay, though every member of the team was phenomenal. They even helped arrange our transportation to and from the airport, making our trip seamless and stress-free.
The hotel is still completing work on a few rooms, but this had absolutely no impact on our stay. The property was well-kept, quiet, and comfortable throughout our visit.
If you’re looking for a beautiful place to stay with outstanding service, excellent amenities, and a team that genuinely cares about its guests, I highly recommend this hotel. We would not hesitate to stay here again and look forward to returning in the future."
"I highly recommend Maidith Galápagos Inn in Puerto Ayora! This charming boutique hotel was the perfect base for our Santa Cruz stay.
Location: Super central yet peaceful and quite.
Cleanliness: Spotless throughout. Fresh, modern rooms with comfortable beds and a beautiful pool area.
Staff & Service: The team is incredibly helpful, friendly, and attentive. They made everything smoother with great local tips and assistance.
Owner Nico: Nico is an outstanding host — warm, knowledgeable, and genuinely caring. He shared personal insights, arranged transport, and made us feel like family.
Delicious breakfasts, reliable Wi-Fi, and a cozy atmosphere. Perfect for families. We’ll definitely return!"
"Highly recommend this eco-friendly stay on San Cristóbal!
The thoughtful sustainable design and low-impact practices, along with excellent fresh water from a local distributor, made our Galápagos trip feel truly responsible and comfortable. Hosts Harry and his wife were incredibly helpful and accommodating, sharing excellent local insights, arranging tours, and going out of their way to make us feel at home with delicious breakfasts each morning."
"Beautiful property in San Cristobal. Our family of 4 had the oceanview room. It was such a joy to watch the sea lions play from the pool. We had a busy vacation so it felt heavenly to rest and relax at the resort for a couple of days.
The food was great. We had the breakfast buffet and their poolside menu. The burgers and pizza were excellent. The hot chocolate was loved by all. The beef stew in the morning with the plantain patties and yuca bread were so great.
We celebrated my husband's birthday here and they brought us a yummy dessert of brownie and ice cream to share. It was lovely.
The front desk staff and wait staff were all excellent.
We highly recommend!"
"We loved our stay at Hotel Cucuve. The interior design of the hotel and all it’s spaces are really beautiful. The finishes. Nice. The staff are super friendly, kind, and helpful. The room was great. The bed comfortable. The bathroom nicely sized with a great shower. We also had a big balcony in our room which was a great place to hang out after an amazing day. The other room we rented had a regular sized balcony which was still nice. Both were covered which was nice. I also appreciated that they provided a portable clothes drying stand with the room so we could dry our wet clothes after the beach or excursion. Really thoughtful. We loved our stay."