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Hotel el descanso del Guia

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar
Birthday party area
Gym
Front of property
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Escape to Hotel el descanso del Guia, a family-friendly haven by the ocean. Unwind with continental breakfast, scuba diving adventures or relax at the sauna and rooftop terrace. With free in-room WiFi, a coffee shop and helpful staff always ready to assist.
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rooftop terrace
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Sauna
  • Children's pool
  • Pool bar
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Babysitting
  • Airport shuttle

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Playground on site
  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Separate bedroom

Room options

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Family Room, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
  • 63 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Large Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room, 2 Double Beds | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Family Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Superior Quadruple Room, 2 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Calle Delfin, Barrio el Mirador, Puerto Ayora, Galapagos, 200350

What's nearby

  • Academy Bay - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Malecon - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Las Grietas - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Las Ninfas Lagoon - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Charles Darwin Research Station - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour) - 75 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Almar Lounge & Grill Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪El Muelle De Darwin - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪TJ Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Golden Prague Galapagos - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Il Giardino - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Hotel el descanso del Guia

Hotel el descanso del Guia features a rooftop terrace and puts you just steps from Galápagos National Park. After visiting the 24-hour fitness center for a workout, you can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. An outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a sauna are other highlights at this Mediterranean hotel. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 12 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 11:30 AM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 9 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 6 PM
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours 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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • One child (2 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
    • Babysitting*
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • No onsite parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–8 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Barbecue grills
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's pool
  • Playground
  • Babysitting (surcharge)

What to do

  • Scuba diving
  • Free use of nearby fitness center

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2016
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Sauna
  • Banquet hall
  • Mediterranean architecture

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated
  • Separate dining area

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Ecuador value-added tax (15%). Nonresident travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa may be exempt from value-added tax (15%).

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 40 per vehicle (one way)

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 35 per night

Policies

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.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Discover, Diners Club

Also known as

Hotel el descanso Guia Puerto Ayora
Hotel el descanso Guia
el descanso Guia Puerto Ayora
el descanso Guia
Descanso Del Guia Puerto Ayora
Hotel el descanso del Guia Hotel
Hotel el descanso del Guia Puerto Ayora
Hotel el descanso del Guia Hotel Puerto Ayora

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel el descanso del Guia offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel el descanso del Guia does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Hotel el descanso del Guia?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at Hotel el descanso del Guia?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel el descanso del Guia?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Hotel el descanso del Guia.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Hotel el descanso del Guia?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 40 per vehicle one way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel el descanso del Guia?

Check-in start time: 11:30 AM; Check-in end time: 6 PM. Check-out time is 9 AM. Express check-in and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Hotel el descanso del Guia and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as scuba diving. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a 24-hour fitness center and a sauna. Hotel el descanso del Guia also has an arcade and a picnic area, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Hotel el descanso del Guia?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Hotel el descanso del Guia like?

Hotel el descanso del Guia is located a short 1-minute walk from Galápagos National Park.

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Hotel el descanso del Guia Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Room
Breakfast
Taxi
Towns
Restaurant
Walking
Airport
Air conditioning
Location

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently good and served with variety every morning. (12 reviews)
  • The pool was great and well-maintained, providing a nice amenity from the heat. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

This propety is an amazing value. It is well maintained and in good condition. Breakfast is excellent and the host goes above and beyond to take great care. Compared to the properties in the city center. I recommend tbis strongly with no reservation.
1-night trip

10/10

Extremely comfortable beds and very nice staff! The room is well appointed and the ping pong table is a nice addition that we've enjoyed using. It is 2km from the beach so it's a 15min walk each way.. Which in the hot sun seems like a long time even if you are very fit. However it's much cheaper due to its location so it's great value for a long walk..
1-night trip

10/10

The stay in El descanso del guía was excellent due to Oscar’s help and attention ! He really made the différence! Thanks Oscar for your help in Galapagos !! It was a pleasure to meet you!
2-night trip

8/10

Nice big and new rooms.
4-night trip

8/10

Hotel was great. Good room with a view, solid breakfast included. I would deduct one star for the location as it is about a 15 minute walk to town. Super shout out to Oscar, who is amazing. Great English skills (which are in short supply in Ecuador) who helped to book several tours and arrange cab rides and even laundry
4-night trip

10/10

It was all good
2-night trip

10/10

I have stayed here twice while visiting Galapagos. It is not located in the main shopping/ dining area but they get you a taxi which only costs about $2. I especially appreciated Roland who took care of all our tours and checked on us to make sure all was well with our excursions.
3-night trip

10/10

Staff was excellent. Good breakfast. Excellent room with very comfortable bed. Oscar was so helpful to us
2-night trip

10/10

It’s a little far from the center.
2-night trip

10/10

I really liked the room with its blackout curtains and the ability to check out at 12pm. The location is also very good. The only downside was the food in the restaurant - no real flavour and a little overpriced. Other than that Id recommend this hotel!
3-night trip

8/10

Friendly staff, wonderful room and excellent breakfast
4-night trip

8/10

Great hotel for family to use as home base for land based Galapagos visit. The rooms are very clean and modern - comfortable beds and cleaning service each day. Breakfast is provided and made fresh everyday which is nice if you are heading out on your. Pool area is very well maintained and a nice amenity from the heat of the islands! Staff very prompt and helpful. It is a bit far from town and restaurants - not really walkable due to hills and heat) but taxis are very affordable ($2 each way). Some street noise but I think that is hard to avoid in the town. Overall would recommend as a great option.
6-night trip

8/10

Excellent staff and very clean. Nice pool and breakfast was very good.
3-night trip

6/10

People are nice. Place is noisy.
3-night trip

8/10

Staff is super friendly and helpful. The hotel itself is surrounded by not so nice areas and it can get loud first thing in the morning from the traffic. The building is open concept and there is lots of natural light and fresh air. The hotel is about a 15-20 minute walk to the downtown area and although you walk through very sketchy-looking streets, it is very safe.
2-night trip

8/10

Nice little small spot. A bit away from the center.
3-night trip

10/10

Amazing stay! Oscar, Christopher and the rest of the staff were wonderful.
3-night trip

10/10

Our large group found the hotel quite comfortable. Only a few minutes ride away from central downtown so area is more quiet. Easy to get taxi.
1-night trip

10/10

A little off the beaten path the staff was super friendly and accommodating. Would stay again.
2-night trip

8/10

This hotel is in a quiet residential area away from the town; it's about a 15-20 minute walk downhill to reach restaurants and shops in the town (or $1.50 in a taxi). I highly recommend dinner at Dimati - good Italian food and lovely staff. The hotel is clean and comfortable, and breakfast is great with some variety across the days. The jacuzzi is only available for a couple of hours in the evenings... ecofriendly :-) Oscar was very helpful and speaks good English.
3-night trip

8/10

Enjoyed our time in Galapagos by staying at this place with a great breakfast and wonderful hospitality. Ronald was great helping us organize all our tours and taxi needs. It’s not quite walking distance to the main area but taxi is only $1.50-$2 and the hotel can help you get a taxi right away.
4-night trip

10/10

The hotel is good; Oscar Angel are great!
2-night trip

10/10

Great time , Oscar was the best!!!
8-night trip

10/10

Excellent hotel! The staff is incredible. Such wonderful young people running the hotel. The rooms are huge and spotlessly clean. The free breakfast was made to order eggs with juice, toast and coffee. I haven’t a single complaint about my stay.
2-night trip

10/10

We enjoyed our stay here, the staff made our time enjoyable as they were very friendly and helpful when booking taxis to where we needed to go, the room was as expected, breakfast in the morning was quick and easy so you could be on your way. No complaints at all, thank you to the staff at Hotel el Descanso del Guia for making our Galapagos visit a great one.
5-night trip