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Ikala Galapagos Hotel

4.0 star property
A peaceful tropical retreat with a rooftop terrace perfect for relaxation, or as a starting point for Galapagos adventures with island-style hospitality

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Ikala Galapagos Hotel, steps from the Charles Darwin Research Station, offers a serene escape with ocean views from its rooftop restaurant. Guests can borrow bikes, cool off in the outdoor pool, or use beach towels for seaside trips. Attentive staff ensure a welcoming atmosphere.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is P12,615
P13,876 total
Jun 3 - Jun 4

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About this property

Ikala Galapagos Hotel

  • Upscale hotel near Playa de los Alemanes
  • Located close to Las Grietas and Charles Darwin Research Station, Ikala Galapagos Hotel provides a free breakfast buffet, a poolside bar, and a rooftop terrace. Active travelers can enjoy cycling at this hotel. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Ikala La Terraza, offers breakfast, dinner, and ocean views. In addition to a garden and a playground, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks at this hotel include:
    • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
    • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and multilingual staff
    • Smoke-free premises, luggage storage, and concierge services
    • A water dispenser, a TV in the lobby, and a telescope
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
  • More amenities include:
    • Heating and ceiling fans
    • Rainfall showers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers
    • 42-inch Smart TVs with premium channels
    • Wardrobes/closets, balconies, and refrigerators

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 70.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Ecuador Value-Added Tax (VAT) at 15%. A VAT exemption is available to travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing they are not a resident of Ecuador.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 60.00 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 60.00 (one-way), (up to 12 years old)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 70.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
Tax ID - 0993143979001
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Frequently asked questions

Does Ikala Galapagos Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Ikala Galapagos Hotel?

As of May 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ikala Galapagos Hotel on Jun 3, 2026 start from P12,615, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Ikala Galapagos Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Ikala Galapagos Hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Ikala Galapagos Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Ikala Galapagos Hotel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Does Ikala Galapagos Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 60.00 per person applies.

Where is Ikala Galapagos Hotel located?

Situated near the beach, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Las Grietas and Playa de los Alemanes. Charles Darwin Research Station and Tortuga Bay Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 119 out of 147 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 147 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 147 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 147 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 147 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was excellent staff was great accomodations perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous property and wonderful staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is well located, clean, nice, and the staff are exceptional. The rooftop restaurant was great. Breakfast had a multitude of options including cooked to order eggs. We didn’t evening was delicious and
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel to stay. We loved it. The staff is excellent and very helpful. Location is excellent, near everything.The breakfast is great. No complaints at all. 100% recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are spacious and the hotel is centrally located. Puerto Ayora is a very pleasant place to visit. The Ikala hotel was a great base for an exciting zgalapagos adventure!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff—very helpful. Nice room and good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Iryna

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel, clean and beautiful. Special thanks for the attentive young man on reception. The hotel is close to everything, beautiful room and bathroom. Nice view of the pool. I enjoyed my drink on the rooftop at night as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location, very helpful staff, restaurant was very good, with a great view.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely time. The staff were so kind and the location was amazing while also remaining quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Olesya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I think this is the best place to stay on Santa Cruz, everyone was excellent and provided great service.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and location. Breakfasts were great with pretty views. We also really enjoyed dinner the night we ate there. The rooms were very spacious. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cirino

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super place! Clean, comfortable, spacious and modern. The staff was perfect and extremely friendly. Fully recommend for anyone staying in town.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Przemyslaw

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel. Very convenient localization. And impeccable service!!! Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is ok, location very good, staff is very helpfull, rest is your disaire???
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexan

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

Highly recommended!

The hotel is in a fantastic location, close to everything in Puerto Ayora and especially the port docks from where all excursions start. It was very nice, clean, comfortable, spacious, offered great breakfast with a view of the port, nice bar + swimming pool area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerstin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely lovely hotel within walking distance to Pier 1 and many restaurant, yet very quite. The staff went above and beyond and rooms are very clean and spacious. Thanks for the lively stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria Lourdes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and friendly hotel and staff. Close to everything. The service is up to par, the breakfast is great and the staff are attentive. Definitely one of the plus on our visit to the beautiful Galápagos Islands.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and helpful. The room was spacious and cleaned.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Lovely

The hotel was lovely. Staff were really helpful, the pool was nice. Can't say more about it just that it was a lovely stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ulpiana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a beautiful, modern, comfortable and quiet hotel. The breakfast is excellent and the staff so kind and helpful. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is very upscale and quiet! You won’t go wrong here. It is central to everything in Puerto Ayora.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheelagh

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly and helpful. The room is large and clean. The courtyard is beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

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

Amazing Property

Our stay at Hotel Ikala was a wonderful experience. Clean spacious rooms with beautiful common areas. Breakfast was fresh and delicious. Would recommend 10/10!
View from our room
Front of the property
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

CHRISTIAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I will start with the amazing staff always there to help you, property is safe and in a great location. Rooms are comfortable but internet signal around of property is very little. Breakfast buffet is very tasty and delicious.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024