[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Hotel Castro Galapagos Hotel with a rooftop terrace, steps from Galápagos National Park ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9260000/9255300/9255285/9f9e8c66.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9260000/9255300/9255285/f974e90d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9260000/9255300/9255285/40212b0c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Sundeck](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9260000/9255300/9255285/9656b0aa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Blackout drapes, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9260000/9255300/9255285/50938ae1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Hotel Castro Galapagos, by the sea, offers a peaceful getaway. Start your day with on-site breakfast or café coffee, then head to the rooftop terrace for spectacular views. 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPuerto-Ayora-Hotels-Hotel-Castro-Galapagos.h9255285.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPuerto-Ayora-Hotels-Hotel-Castro-Galapagos.h9255285.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Puerto Ayora, Hotel Castro Galapagos is in the city center and near the beach. Las Grietas and Gus Angermeyer Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Galápagos National Park and El Chato Ranch. [Visit our Puerto Ayora travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Ayora.dx602686) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-0.74761%2C-90.31409&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=S5bGIYY5-ttI-k-VEQDOCvap4bU=) 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 ### Restaurants - ‪Santa Cruz Brewery - ‬5 min walk - ‪Limón Café Bar - ‬4 min walk - ‪Isla Grill - ‬7 min walk - ‪Golden Prague Galapagos - ‬5 min walk - ‪The Rock - ‬4 min walk ## About this property ### Hotel Castro Galapagos Hotel near Galápagos National Park Consider a stay at Hotel Castro Galapagos and take advantage of a rooftop terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas - Limo/town car service, full breakfast (surcharge), and bike rentals - Concierge services, tour/ticket assistance, and a front-desk safe - Smoke-free premises and multilingual staff Room features All guestrooms at Hotel Castro Galapagos offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Other amenities include: - Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries - TVs with satellite channels ## Similar properties ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111510000/111508100/111508035/910f927d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### El Barranco Galapagos Puerto Ayora - Pool - Hot tub - Breakfast included - Free WiFi 9.6 Exceptional 22 reviews CA $282 CA $282 total Nov 5 - Nov 6 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=111508035&PinnedHotelID=111508035&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - No onsite parking available - Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) on request - Limo/town car service ### Food and drink - Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee - A bar/lounge - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant ### Things to do - Bicycle rentals - Outdoor pool ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - Business center ### Outdoors - Garden - Pool loungers - Pool umbrellas - Rooftop terrace ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - 1 building - 3 floors - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Private bathroom - Shower ### Entertainment - TV with satellite channels ### More - Air conditioning ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 9:00 AM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### 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 ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. 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%). We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### 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 This property accepts credit cards ### We should mention This property does not have elevators Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### Property is also known as Hotel Castro Galapagos Puerto Ayora Hotel Castro Galapagos Castro Galapagos Puerto Ayora Castro Galapagos Hotel Castro Galapagos Hotel Hotel Castro Galapagos Puerto Ayora Hotel Castro Galapagos Hotel Puerto Ayora ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Hotel Castro Galapagos have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### How much is parking at Hotel Castro Galapagos? > This property doesn't offer parking. ### What time is check-in at Hotel Castro Galapagos? > Check-in begins at 9:00 AM. ### Does Hotel Castro Galapagos provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. ### Where is Hotel Castro Galapagos located? > Located in the heart of Puerto Ayora, this hotel is steps from Galápagos National Park, Las Grietas, and Malecon. Academy Bay and Gus Angermeyer Ferry Terminal are just steps away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Hotel Castro Galapagos Reviews 6.2 All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 6.8 Cleanliness ### 5.4 Location ### 7.4 Staff & service ### 5.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 5 6 - Okay 7 4 - Poor 4 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8/10 Good #### Maxwell, Port st Lucie Dec 1, 2015 Liked: Staff & service #### Satisfactory. Great location It was good but I tried to adjust the booking by cancelling1night in good time but was not permitted. ##### Maxwell ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller Nov 19, 2015 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Property conditions & facilities ##### Verified traveller ### 8/10 Good #### Galapagos Shark, 愛知県 Nov 15, 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort #### 港に近いホテル 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。 ##### Galapagos Shark ### 6/10 Okay #### Farid, Idstein Aug 27, 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort #### Absolut okay. Zentral! 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. ##### Farid ### 6/10 Okay #### yvonne, Birmingham England Jul 27, 2015 Liked: Cleanliness #### ok hotel close to harbour 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. ##### yvonne ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller May 13, 2015 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities #### Disappointing 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. ##### Verified traveller ### 8/10 Good #### Rainer Apr 6, 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service ##### Rainer ### 6/10 Okay #### d, Vermont Mar 5, 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service #### Inexpensive no frills with an ideal location 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. ##### d ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Mar 4, 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Not a luxury hotel 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. ##### Verified traveller ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller Feb 20, 2015 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### it is not a hotel, rather hostel. 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. ##### Verified traveller ### 4/10 Poor #### Sherry, So. CA Jan 20, 2015 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Hotel staff very helpful. Close to the pier. 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. ##### Sherry ### 6/10 Okay #### sandra, Fort lauderdal Jan 16, 2015 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities #### Bueno Buen hotel Por el precio ##### sandra ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller Dec 31, 2014 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### This is a "Last Minute; vesry Last Resort" 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. ##### Verified traveller ### 4/10 Poor #### Carmen, Arizona Dec 27, 2014 Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities #### Very disappointing 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. ##### Carmen ### 8/10 Good #### Roger, Vancouver, Canada Nov 24, 2014 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Pleasant stay Nice quiet hotel..... Excellent location a block from city center and pier to take tours. ##### Roger ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller Oct 26, 2014 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Disliked: Room comfort 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. ##### Verified traveller ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Loews Chicago Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Chicago-Hotels-Loews-Chicago-Hotel.h9059537.Hotel-Information) > > [The Kimberly Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-The-Kimberly-Hotel.h21300.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Watson Lake](https://www.expedia.ca/Watson-Lake-Hotels.d4047.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Adelphi Forty-Nine](https://www.expedia.ca/Bangkok-Hotels-Adelphi-Forty-Nine.h10610394.Hotel-Information) > > [Occidental Caribe - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Punta-Cana-Hotels-Occidental-Caribe-All-Inclusive.h897662.Hotel-Information) > > [K11 Artus](https://www.expedia.ca/Kowloon-Hotels-K11-ARTUS.h33024178.Hotel-Information) > > [Executive - The Inn at Whistler Village](https://www.expedia.ca/Whistler-Hotels-Executive-The-Inn-At-Whistler-Village.h62685.Hotel-Information) > > [Houseboats Kelowna](https://www.expedia.ca/Kelowna-Houseboats.d3997-aaHouseboats.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Hotels in Stratford](https://www.expedia.ca/Stratford-Hotels.d6057876.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Toronto](https://www.expedia.ca/Toronto-Hotels.d178314.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels with Kitchenettes in Medicine Hat](https://www.expedia.ca/Medicine-Hat-Hotels-Hotels-With-Kitchenettes.0-0-d4118-tHotelswithKitchenettes.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Sommet des Neiges](https://www.expedia.ca/Mont-Tremblant-Hotels-Sommet-Des-Neiges.h1154286.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Lisbon District (LIS)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/lis/toronto-to-lisbon) > > [flights from moosonee airport](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/airports/ymo/flights-from-moosonee-airport) > > [flights from john c munro hamilton intl airport](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/airports/yhm/flights-from-john-c-munro-hamilton-intl-airport) > > [Flights from Goffs (YHZ) to Saskatoon (YXE)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yhz/yxe/halifax-to-saskatoon) > > [Flights from Winnipeg (YWG) to East Haven (HVN)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ywg/hvn/winnipeg-to-new-haven) > > [Flights from British Columbia (YXJ) to Mexico City (MEX)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yxj/mex/fort-saint-john-to-mexico-city) > > [Flights from Hamilton](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/3963/flights-from-hamilton) > > [Flights from Seattle (SEA) to Lihue (LIH)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/sea/lih/seattle-to-lihue) > > [Flights from Cranbrook (YXC) to Prince George (YXS)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yxc/yxs/cranbrook-to-prince-george) > > [Flights from New York (JFK) to Austin (AUS)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/jfk/aus/new-york-to-austin) > > [Flights from Edmonton (YEG) to Yukon (YDA)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yeg/yda/edmonton-to-dawson-city) > > [Flights from Dieppe (YQM) to Suðurnesjabær (KEF)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yqm/kef/moncton-to-reykjavik) > > [Flights from Grand Forks (GFK) to Tampa (TPA)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/gfk/tpa/grand-forks-to-tampa) > > [Flights from Goffs (YHZ) to Punta Cana (PUJ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yhz/puj/halifax-to-punta-cana) ### Activities > [Things to do in Liberia](https://www.expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Liberia.d500188.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Jamaica Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Jamaica.d88.Destination-Travel-Guides)