Title: The Island Home - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Island Home The Galápagos retreat where travelers can cycle around the island or relax on a peaceful patio, embracing the laid-back island atmosphere ![Beach nearby, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34280000/34270700/34270607/18ea2854.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34280000/34270700/34270607/d42ea78a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34280000/34270700/34270607/1f55c2f2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34280000/34270700/34270607/8ce618b9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34280000/34270700/34270607/f5c14796.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Island Home, near Charles Darwin Research Station, offers a tranquil escape with a charming terrace. Guests can explore the area on bicycles, enjoy in-room WiFi, and use convenient dry cleaning and laundry services during their stay. 4.0 ## Popular amenities - Room service - 24/7 front desk - Parking included - Housekeeping - Laundry - Air conditioning ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates # Tonight [Sep. 28 - Sep. 29](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-28&endDate=2025-09-29&selected=34270607&PinnedHotelID=34270607&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-28&endDate=2025-09-29&selected=34270607&PinnedHotelID=34270607&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Tomorrow [Sep. 29 - Sep. 30](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-29&endDate=2025-09-30&selected=34270607&PinnedHotelID=34270607&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-29&endDate=2025-09-30&selected=34270607&PinnedHotelID=34270607&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # This weekend [Oct. 3 - Oct. 5](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=34270607&PinnedHotelID=34270607&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=34270607&PinnedHotelID=34270607&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Next weekend [Oct. 10 - Oct. 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=34270607&PinnedHotelID=34270607&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=34270607&PinnedHotelID=34270607&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ![Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34280000/34270700/34270607/893b286a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 King Bed, City View ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Blackout drapes/curtains Private bathroom Hair dryer Minibar Cable channels Wardrobe or closet - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34280000/34270700/34270607/ef97e3f5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Blackout drapes/curtains Private bathroom Hair dryer Minibar Cable channels Wardrobe or closet - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed ![Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34280000/34270700/34270607/a836c6e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room Standard - 247 sq ft - Sleeps 2 ![Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34280000/34270700/34270607/6b8d0b29.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room Standard - 172 sq ft - Sleeps 3 ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPuerto-Ayora-Hotels-The-Island-Home.h34270607.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPuerto-Ayora-Hotels-The-Island-Home.h34270607.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![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-0.73575%2C-90.31280&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Ka86NxkGaKTTWdXA8vdIK6jNT-E=) Ignacio Hernandez, Marchena, Puerto Ayora, Islas Galápagos, 200350 #### What's nearby - Fishing Piers - 12 min walk - 1.0 km - Charles Darwin Research Station - 17 min walk - 1.4 km - Malecon - 19 min walk - 1.6 km - Las Grietas - 19 min walk - 1.6 km - Las Ninfas Lagoon - 19 min walk - 1.6 km #### Getting around - Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour) - 79 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Islander Coffee Roasters - ‬7 min walk - ‪Santa Cruz Brewery - ‬15 min walk - ‪1835 Coffee Lab - ‬10 min walk - ‪Limón Café Bar - ‬16 min walk - ‪Isla Grill - ‬13 min walk ## About this property ### The Island Home Hotel near Galápagos National Park Located close to Charles Darwin Research Station and Malecon, The Island Home provides a terrace and dry cleaning/laundry services. Active travelers can enjoy cycling at this hotel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Free self parking - Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and express check-out - A computer station, concierge services, and luggage storage Room features All guestrooms at The Island Home offer thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes. More amenities include: - Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers - 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels - Wardrobes/closets, daily housekeeping, and desks ## Similar properties ![Hallway](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16390000/16387800/16387791/f2a55546.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Brisas Del Pacifico Puerto Ayora - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Breakfast available - Business services 7.4 Good 77 reviews CA $68 CA $68 total Sep 29 - Sep 30 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-29&endDate=2025-09-30&selected=16387791&PinnedHotelID=16387791&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Family Suite | Balcony view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41950000/41941800/41941787/e7fb3ff1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Posada del Mar Puerto Ayora - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning - Breakfast available 9.8 Exceptional 199 reviews CA $97 CA $97 total Sep 29 - Sep 30 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-29&endDate=2025-09-30&selected=41941787&PinnedHotelID=41941787&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15570000/15568900/15568830/c16ecd66.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### White House Galapagos Puerto Ayora - 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Sep 30 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-29&endDate=2025-09-30&selected=10449720&PinnedHotelID=10449720&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 - 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge - Area shuttle (surcharge) - Onsite parking available only on request - Free self parking on site ### Things to do - Bicycle rentals ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Porter/bellhop - Proposal/romance packages - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - Computer station ### Outdoors - Beach towels - On the bay - On the boardwalk/promenade - Terrace ### Accessibility - No elevator - Tile flooring in room ### More - Mosquito nets - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - Minibar - Room service ### More - Air conditioning (climate-controlled) - Desk - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 11:30 AM; Check-in end time: midnight Early check-in subject to availability Contactless check-in available Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out available Late check-out subject to availability Express check-out available ### 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 property charges 10 percent for credit card payments Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome ### 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. ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: USD 24 per room - Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 10 percent 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 The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash Cashless transactions are available Long-term renters welcome Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit 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 Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property Alcohol is not served or permitted at this property ### Property is also known as Island Home Hostal Puerto Ayora Island Home Hotel Puerto Ayora Island Home Puerto Ayora Hotel The Island Home Puerto Ayora Puerto Ayora The Island Home Hotel The Island Home Puerto Ayora Island Home Hotel Island Home Hotel The Island Home The Island Home Hotel The Island Home Puerto Ayora The Island Home Hotel Puerto Ayora ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Island Home pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Island Home? > As of Sept 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Island Home on Sept 29, 2025 start from CA $51.47, 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Ayora-Hotels-The-Island-Home.h34270607.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at The Island Home? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Island Home? > Check-in start time: 11:30 AM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at The Island Home? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Does The Island Home provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 24 per room applies. ### Where is The Island Home located? > Located in the heart of Puerto Ayora, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Galápagos National Park, Charles Darwin Research Station, and Las Grietas. Malecon and Playa de los Alemanes are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Island Home Reviews 4.0 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) ### 5.0 Cleanliness ### 4.0 Staff & service ### 6.0 Eco-friendliness ### 4.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 0 ### 4/10 Poor #### TATSUMI Aug 5, 2023 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities いくら物価が高いと言っても値段と設備が釣り合っていません。 天井近くだけの小窓しかない部屋で冷蔵庫なし、バスルームは多少広いですがあまり綺麗ではありません。 連泊なのにタオルの交換ありませんでした。 唯一プラスを見つけるなら、周囲がローカルエリアなので繁華街より商店やレストランの値段が安いことくらいでしょうか。 ##### TATSUMI Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 4/10 Poor #### Joseph Jan 10, 2022 #### Stay away from here Owner was friendly and helpful but the hotel or B&B grossly overpriced! The neighborhood was away from the tourist area and the outside of the hotel was unappealing. The 10 minute walk to Darwin Street was in a poor section, an old mattress lying about. Breakfast was good. The reception area was poor. I have photos. Worth about $40 a night not the $110 l prepaid and could not cancel reservation ![The outside of hotel ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/033319742B8BE62595DEEF6B4A5F0A61F3B2A8C11641785005678.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Road to Darwin St](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/A3E5FD31D85BB2BE16DEE52AD1B42F636524EA191641785017168.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Road to Darwin st. Not dangerous but poor](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/8C39C2B1816CE93FFD6E5F91BE27B9EEDFB706F01641785030212.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Joseph Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021