Title: PENGUIN HOSTEL - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=602686&destination=Puerto+Ayora%2C+Gal%C3%A1pagos%2C+Ecuador&selected=122698173&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # PENGUIN HOSTEL ## Photo gallery for PENGUIN HOSTEL ![Interior - PENGUIN HOSTEL (Puerto Ayora)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122700000/122698200/122698173/37ab94a4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Living area - PENGUIN HOSTEL (Puerto Ayora)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122700000/122698200/122698173/002f622f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant - PENGUIN HOSTEL (Puerto Ayora)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122700000/122698200/122698173/e38fa236_edited_95c0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Classic Triple Room - PENGUIN HOSTEL (Puerto Ayora)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122700000/122698200/122698173/232b41ea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Family Double or Twin Room - PENGUIN HOSTEL (Puerto Ayora)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122700000/122698200/122698173/c7251e4c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies You can look forward to free self-serve breakfast, a rooftop terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe at PENGUIN HOSTEL. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Bar - Laundry - Housekeeping ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-06&endDate=2026-04-07&selected=122698173&PinnedHotelID=122698173&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-06&endDate=2026-04-07&selected=122698173&PinnedHotelID=122698173&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-07&endDate=2026-04-08&selected=122698173&PinnedHotelID=122698173&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-07&endDate=2026-04-08&selected=122698173&PinnedHotelID=122698173&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=122698173&PinnedHotelID=122698173&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=122698173&PinnedHotelID=122698173&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-17&endDate=2026-04-19&selected=122698173&PinnedHotelID=122698173&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-17&endDate=2026-04-19&selected=122698173&PinnedHotelID=122698173&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 3+ beds 2 beds Showing 7 of 7 rooms ### View all photos for Classic Triple Room ![Classic Triple Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122700000/122698200/122698173/c46d3c2c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Triple Room - Sleeps 3 - 3 Large Twin Beds ### View all photos for Classic Triple Room ![Classic Triple Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122700000/122698200/122698173/c5290fff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Triple Room - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed ### View all photos for Family Double or Twin Room ![Family Double or Twin Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122700000/122698200/122698173/6066b756.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Double or Twin Room - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds ### View all photos for Family Double or Twin Room ![Family Double or Twin Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122700000/122698200/122698173/801666a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Double or Twin Room - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Classic Quadruple Room ![Classic Quadruple Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122700000/122698200/122698173/2c503b02.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Quadruple Room - Sleeps 4 - 4 Large Twin Beds ### View all photos for Classic Triple Room ![Classic Triple Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122700000/122698200/122698173/232b41ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Triple Room - Sleeps 3 - 3 Large Twin Beds ### View all photos for Classic Triple Room ![Classic Triple Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122700000/122698200/122698173/b5d39072.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Triple Room - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 3 Large Twin Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Puerto Ayora travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Ayora.dx602686) [View more Hostels in Puerto Ayora](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Ayora-Hostels.d602686-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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-0.73873%2C-90.31265&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Bruj9FuPzvxY3iSnaSq9Gzn48ak=) juan leon mera, Puerto Ayora, Islas Galápagos, 200102 ### What's nearby - ![Academy Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602686/7a456c1c-c21a-48cc-9e91-d3a16343acd3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Academy Bay 7 min walk \- 0.6 km - ![Charles Darwin Research Station](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602686/d6e42268-f19d-4575-b004-b3628c483257.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Charles Darwin Research Station 13 min walk \- 1.2 km - ![Las Ninfas Lagoon](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602686/3603c5a2-a741-46f6-b00c-385f09a2875b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Las Ninfas Lagoon 15 min walk \- 1.3 km - Fishing Piers 8 min walk \- 0.7 km - Malecon 15 min walk \- 1.3 km ### Getting around - Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour) 65 min drive ### Restaurants - Islander Coffee Roasters 3 min walk - Santa Cruz Brewery 11 min walk - Limón Café Bar 11 min walk - 1835 Coffee Lab 6 min walk - Isla Grill 9 min walk ## About this property ### PENGUIN HOSTEL Hostel in a national park At PENGUIN HOSTEL, you can look forward to free self-serve breakfast, a rooftop terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. You'll also find perks like: - Luggage storage, barbecue grills, and a front-desk safe - A ballroom, smoke-free premises, and tour/ticket assistance - A 24-hour front desk and a nature reserve Room features All guestrooms at PENGUIN HOSTEL feature comforts such as pillow menus and laptop-friendly workspaces. 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No elevator ### More - Ballroom - Communal living room - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Down comforter - Pillow menu ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Private bathroom - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### More - Free local calls - Laptop workspace - Phone ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; Check-in end time: anytime ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions Guests will receive key retrieval information Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk, key retrieval ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ## 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. ### 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 only accepts cash Property Registration Number 001.7010568 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ## Frequently asked questions ### Is PENGUIN HOSTEL pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at PENGUIN HOSTEL? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at PENGUIN HOSTEL? ### What time is check-out at PENGUIN HOSTEL? ### Where is PENGUIN HOSTEL located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## PENGUIN HOSTEL Reviews 10 ### Exceptional 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) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Amenities ### 10 Staff & service ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ryan Dec 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Nice room (private), cleaned everyday. Plenty of space ##### Ryan Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### LEO Jan 2, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Love the stay, very welcoming atmosphere, wonderful owners, I recommend this to everyone ##### LEO Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > - [Hotels near River Run Centre](https://www.expedia.ca/River-Run-Centre-Hotels.0-l6291214-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > - [Business Hotels in Thornbury](https://www.expedia.ca/Thornbury-Hotels-Business-Hotel.0-0-d6085072-tBusinessHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > - [Hotels in San-Gavino-di-Carbini](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Gavino-Di-Carbini-Hotels.d3000035346.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > - [Historic Hotels in Wicklow](https://www.expedia.ca/Wicklow-Hotels-Historic-Hotel.0-0-d10407-tHistoricHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > - [Business Hotels in Corsica](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Corsica-Business-Hotel.0-0-d6049372-tBusinessHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > - [Cabin Rentals Alberta](https://www.expedia.ca/Alberta-Cabins.d11111-aaCabins.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > - [Hotels in Pinheiros](https://www.expedia.ca/Pinheiros-Hotels.d553248634664619531.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > - [Aparthotels](https://www.expedia.ca/aa/ApartHotels) > - [Oceanfront Kauai Beach Resort 75 foot waterslide, 4 pools, Jacuzzis, restaurants](https://www.expedia.ca/Lihue-Hotels-Oceanfront-Kauai-Beach-Resort-75-Foot-Waterslide.h91772367.Hotel-Information) > - [Hotel Schloss Seefels](https://www.expedia.ca/Techelsberg-Am-Worther-See-Hotels-Hotel-Schloss-Seefels.h536663.Hotel-Information) > - [Hotels in Mississauga](https://www.expedia.ca/Mississauga-Hotels.d7954.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > - [Heart of Geula T3 Apartment](https://www.expedia.ca/Jerusalem-Hotels-Heart-Of-Geula-T3-Apartment.h92878087.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > - [Flights from Timmins (YTS) to Columbus (CMH)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yts/cmh/timmins-to-columbus) > - [Flights from Dieppe (YQM) to Tremblay-en-France (CDG)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yqm/cdg/moncton-to-paris) > - [Flights from Hamilton (YHM) to Sarasota (SRQ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yhm/srq/hamilton-to-sarasota) > - [Flights from Dallas (DFW) to Mississauga (YYZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/dfw/yyz/dallas-to-toronto) > - [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Charlotte (CLT)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/clt/calgary-to-charlotte) > - [Flights from Redmond (RDM) to Sacramento (SMF)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/rdm/smf/redmond-to-sacramento) ### Cars ### Activities ### Packages > - [Log Barn](https://www.expedia.ca/Log-Barn-British-Columbia.d553248621532863676.Vacation-Attraction) > - [Casino Pier](https://www.expedia.ca/Casino-Pier-Seaside-Heights.d6079947.Vacation-Attraction) > - [Top End Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Top-End.d6052534.Destination-Travel-Guides) ### General > - [Visit Mechapa](https://www.expedia.ca/Mechapa.dx6350995) > - [Visit Beaconia](https://www.expedia.ca/Beaconia.dx553248635754996338) > - [Visit Detern](https://www.expedia.ca/Detern.dx553248634649679053)