Puerto Ayora

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The hidden beauty of Playa el Garrapatero Beach on Santa Cruz Island on Galapagos Archipelago
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Puerto Ayora es una ciudad en el centro de las islas Galápagos, Ecuador. Está situada en la isla Santa Cruz.
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Bahia Tortuga is another amazing beach on Santa Cruz just 1 mile outside of Puerto Ayora.  To get to the beach, you have to walk this wonderfully bricked path to the beach.  The National Parks system has done a fantastic job with their trails and paths and this pic is just an example of how well maintained they are.
Hotel Fiesta

Hotel Fiesta

3.5 out of 5
Calle Moises Brito y Juan Montalvo Puerto Ayora Galapagos
The price is HK$1,215 per night from 20 Mar to 21 Mar
HK$1,215
HK$1,215 total
20 Mar - 21 Mar
Stay at this hotel in Puerto Ayora. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 hot tubs and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Hotel Fiesta
Maidith Galapagos Inn

Maidith Galapagos Inn

3 out of 5
Calle Cucuve #341 y Seymour, Santa Cruz Puerto Ayora Galápagos
The price is HK$1,127 per night from 26 Mar to 27 Mar
HK$1,127
HK$1,127 total
26 Mar - 27 Mar
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Puerto Ayora. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (120 reviews)
Very helpful staff. The water in the room was very convenient.

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Maidith Galapagos Inn
Hotel el descanso del Guia

Hotel el descanso del Guia

3.5 out of 5
Calle Delfin, Barrio el Mirador Puerto Ayora Galapagos
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Puerto Ayora. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (193 reviews)
The staff was amazing, so attentive and kind!

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Hotel el descanso del Guia
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Torre Mar Galapagos Boutique Suites

Torre Mar Galapagos Boutique Suites

3 out of 5
San Cristobal y General Rodriguez Lara Puerto Ayora
Stay at this aparthotel in Puerto Ayora. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Fishing Piers and Las Ninfas Lagoon ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (20 reviews)
Place was spotless! Very accommodating and helpful staff.

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Torre Mar Galapagos Boutique Suites
Galapagos and Beyond

Galapagos and Beyond

5 out of 5
Indefatigable entre Duncan & Juan Puerto Ayora Galapagos
Stay at this luxury condo in Puerto Ayora. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and hot springs on-site. Popular attractions Fishing Piers and Gus Angermeyer Ferry ...
10/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
Spacious, Convenient, and Accommodating We spent 5 nights in a 3-bedroom condo apartment as a family of 4, including 2 teenagers. The condo was the perfect base from which we explored the Galapagos with a series of day trips. Breakfast was included every morning to get us started for each day of ...

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Galapagos and Beyond
Modern apartment with 18 feet ceilings and private terrace with view to a park

Modern apartment with 18 feet ceilings and private terrace with view to a park

Puerto Ayora Islas Galápagos
Stay at this apartment in Puerto Ayora. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Las Ninfas Lagoon and Malecon are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (22 reviews)
I highly recommend you stay here. Its is beautiful and also away from the crowd noise.

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Modern apartment with 18 feet ceilings and private terrace with view to a park
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Puerto Ayora

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

I would recommend The Rock for lunch or cocktails and the Galapagos Deli for breakfast - their freshly baked bread is delicious. The Charles Darwin research centre is obviously worth a visit and is free!

4/5 - Good

KarenHammond

Puerto Ayora is a friendly place to relax, find many excellent restaurants and bars.

4/5 - Good

Fran

We were a little disappointed with Puerto Ayora it is more commercialised that we thought. However we had a great time. Highlights - tortoises in Highlands, Seymour Norte and Las Grietas - oh and the street food at night.