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Hotel Castro Galapagos

3.0 star property
Puerto Ayora hotel with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Terrace/patio
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Located by the sea, Hotel Castro Galapagos offers a tranquil retreat. Enjoy your breakfast on-site or grab coffee from the cafe and head to the rooftop terrace for breathtaking views. With an outdoor pool and sun loungers, you can soak up some rays while multilingual staff are available to assist with any tour arrangements.

Reviews

6.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Breakfast available
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business center
  • Airport shuttle
  • Limo/town car service
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities

Room options

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Beds

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Triple Room | Blackout drapes, free WiFi

Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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Quadruple Room | Blackout drapes, free WiFi

Quadruple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi

Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi

Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi

Classic Single Room, Sea View

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Barrio Las Ninfas Calle Colonos, Puerto Ayora, Galapagos, 200350

What's nearby

  • Malecon - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Fishing Piers - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Charles Darwin Research Station - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Las Ninfas Lagoon - 2 min drive - 0.8 km
  • Academy Bay - 2 min drive - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour) - 81 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Almar Lounge & Grill Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪El Muelle De Darwin - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪TJ Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Golden Prague Galapagos - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Il Giardino - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Hotel Castro Galapagos

Hotel Castro Galapagos features a rooftop terrace and puts you just steps from Galápagos National Park. After having fun at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 10 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 9:00 AM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
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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

    • Children (18 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • No onsite parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle (available on request)*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–9:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Working away

  • Business center

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Limo or town car service
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Garden
  • An outdoor pool

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

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 eligible for a tax refund. However, nonresident travelers may be exempt from value-added tax (15%) on package bookings.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Policies

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

Also known as

Hotel Castro Galapagos Puerto Ayora
Hotel Castro Galapagos
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Hotel Castro Galapagos Hotel Puerto Ayora

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Castro Galapagos offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel Castro Galapagos 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 Castro Galapagos?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel Castro Galapagos?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Hotel Castro Galapagos.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Castro Galapagos?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available.

What is there to do at Hotel Castro Galapagos and nearby?

Hotel Castro Galapagos has an outdoor pool and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Castro Galapagos?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers international cuisine.

What's the area around Hotel Castro Galapagos like?

Hotel Castro Galapagos is in the heart of Puerto Ayora, a short 1-minute walk from Galápagos National Park and 6 minutes' walk from Playa de los Alemanes.

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Hotel Castro Galapagos Reviews

Reviews

6.2

Good

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

5.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10

It was good but I tried to adjust the booking by cancelling1night in good time but was not permitted.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10

港にも近く、スーパーマーケットもすぐそばにあり、レストラン街も近い。何かと便利。建物はおしゃれで、屋上からは港やサンタクルス島のハイランドも見渡せる。部屋もきれいで、wifiのつながりもよかった。スタッフも親切で英語もちゃんと通じる。４泊したが、快適だった。
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10

Sehr zentrale Lage zum Hafen. Zimmer sauber und Bad okay. Hatten Familienzimmer mit Verbindungstür zu einem guten Preis. Frühstück eher ecuadorianisch schmal. Pool sauber aber in Hinterhof Atmosphäre, wenig einladend für mehr als eine kurze Erfrischung. Personal nett und hilfreich. W-Lan geht gut.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10

This hotel is old, but it does have a sort of quaintness to it. It is situated next to the harbour and if you sit around the back you can spot all sorts of wildlife. Very little English spoken here, so you will get to use your Spanish. We enjoyed our stay but did lose a few things, not sure if they were lost or just disappeared so would recommend the use of the safe. Windows are a little ill fitting but all in all an ok hotel. There is a little plunge pool but very small and very cold. Not big enough to swim, but great if you just want to cool off.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10

The hotel is very old and not very appealing. It was clean enough but not what I expected for the price - although accommodations in Galapagos are very expensive so I guess it is all relative. This is more like a hostel than a hotel. I had a private bath with three beds in my room. The staff were pleasant but didn't not understand a bit of English. The location of the hotel was great for us. I recommend this hotel only because of the lack of good hotels in the area.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10

A bit on the rustic side however the location is perfect as is the view from the top floors. Bare necessities are present however your not in the Galapagos to hang out in your room. Walls between the rooms are paper thin which was tough the couple nights a family with a crying baby stayed next door. It must have been an interesting hotel in its hey day which was about 25 years ago. The front desk was INCREDIBLY helpful in setting up boat tours and taxis All staff were very friendly and accommodating. The last evening of my stay the hotel hosted a religios service in the all purpose room that woke me up and continued until 11:00, this was directly across the hall from my room. Breakfast was good. At times the shower would not produce water for a few seconds. But again a good price for a great location a view from the top floors of the defunct lounge and bar area.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10

this is a budget hotel. The staff very friendly and the hotel is clean and well kept. I would highly recommend this hotel. In the Galapagos the only time spent in room is to sleep anyway.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/10

Loudy at night and no restaurant. No concierge and nobody in hotel can speak english. credit card cannot be used. breakfast from 7am when usually tour programs starts to 9am with poor quality. the difference of USD30 between single and classic single is only a view of port.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/10

The hotel staff was very friendly and helpful. It was close to the pier and restaurants. The room was was basic. It needed some maintenance and TLC. It was not what I would expect for the price.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10

Buen hotel Por el precio
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/10

The staff is very nice and accommodating as best they could. (1) LOCATION: thought it close to everything, it located on a one-way busy side street where we walked out the door and onto the traffic with taxis, trucks, buses, motorcycles and pedestrian traffic all day and most of the night. St San Francisco Catholic Church is across the narrow street and bells and singing is loud. (2) ROOM CONDITIONS: The room was dark, dimly lit and the floor was sort of dusty, not properly swept or mopped; the bathroom was small, and whenever water went through the pipe from upstairs, a sewer scent would emit from the pipe in the corner of our room. The sink had a home made wooden enclosure which could not be opened; the shower has a 6" wall step to step over into the shower; not suitable or accessible for anyone with problems climbing steps. (3) BREAKFAST: The breakfast was plain and bland and we were served the same thing for three days - hard scrambled eggs, rolls, butter, diluted juice, coffee.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/10

We booked the room for 6 of us. When we arrived they only allowed 5 to stay even though there was one double bed and 4 single ones and we wanted to stay together like in the cabin. We had to pay extra for another room. Then the next morning our boat trip was scheduled for 645 am departure. Their breakfast started at 7 and they could not accommodate an earlier breakfast time for our family. We had to go eat elsewhere. The staff was not helpful when it came to questions about suggestions for places to visit in the island. No concierge knowledge or attempt to be helpful. It seemed they lacked training.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10

Nice quiet hotel..... Excellent location a block from city center and pier to take tours.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10

It is loud. In fareness everything in PA is loud it seems. Right next to a church that rocks out every evening. Had a few lizards in my room, which is fine.