The Island Home

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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.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Room service

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A room with two beds, a chair, a table, and a window with curtains.

Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a door leading to a bathroom.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, City View

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Puerto Ayora, The Island Home is in the city center and on a lake. While the natural beauty of Galápagos National Park and Tortuga Bay Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Las Grietas. Charles Darwin Research Station and Malecon are two other places to visit that come recommended. Snorkeling offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours, hiking/biking trails, and mountain biking nearby. Visit our Puerto Ayora travel guide
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200350, Islas Galápagos, Puerto Ayora, Ignacio Hernandez, Marchena

What's nearby

  • A marina with various boats docked, including small fishing boats and larger yachts.
    Academy Bay
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • A large tortoise with rough, scaly skin and a prominent head.
    Charles Darwin Research Station
    12 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Fishing Piers
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Gus Angermeyer Ferry Terminal
    17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Malecon
    19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour)
    79 min drive

Restaurants

  • Islander Coffee Roasters
    7 min walk
  • Øy
    8 min walk
  • Golden Prague Galapagos
    14 min walk
  • Red Tuna
    14 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 24-hour front desk, a computer station, and beach towels
  • 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

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Island Home pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

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 Malecon. Playa de los Alemanes and Tortuga Bay Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

The Island Home Reviews

7.4

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

10

Amenities

7.6

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly/helpful staff. Budget hotel about 1.5 kms from the main dock. Approximately two blocks away from the real local food experience as well as the markets. Kitchen available if you wish to cook.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to spend the night before going to the adventure Santa Cruz Island has to offer. 15-20 min walk from port which can be turned into a 3 min taxi ride if in a hurry!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

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
Road to Darwin St
Road to Darwin st. Not dangerous but poor
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
100% Lo Recomiendo 1. Mary Administradora me trato como su hermana. Me dio su whatsaap, lugares para visitar, comer y me preguntaba necesitas mas toallas, lo que necesites. Lo que mas me sorprendio. El taxi esperaba por mi. Yo tenia miedo a los secuestros. Y Mary salio a chequear quien era el taxi y me dijo: "yo lo conozco" Galapagos es seguro. 2. La ubicacion del hotel.Excelente. (en Taxi $2) Esta a 5 minutos del Muelle. Reserva Ch. Darwin. El Malecon y el Mercado. 3.Empleado del hotel Me llevo a la habitacion me abrio la puerta, prendio la tv y el aire acondicionado Nuevo! La habitacion limpia, fresca, la decoracion, los cuadros hermosos. Espejo gigante y La Refrigeradora. 100% I Recommend It:1. Mary, the manager, treated me like a sister. She gave me her WhatsApp number and throughout my stay recommended places to visit and eat, and she asked, if I needed more towels, anything I need I let know her. For me the most awesome: the taxi was waiting for me. I was afraid of kidnappings, but Mary, went out to check who the taxi driver and told me, "I know him. Galapagos is safe. 2. The hotel's location is excellent. (Taxi costs $2) it's a 5-minute to Ferry, Charles Darwin R. 3. Hotel Employee took me to my room, opened the door, and turned on the TV and the brand-new air conditioning! The room was clean the decor excellent, and the pictures beautiful. A giant mirror covered the entire wall and Refrigerator.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La propiedad está a 10 min del centro, lo cual es ideal para descasar y dar un paseo, en la zona hay comercios locales y las personas son amigables. Si bien es cierto que esa parte no es turística, tienes la oportunidad de saber cómo es la realidad de las personas que viven ahí. Buen desayuno, buena limpieza, check in eficiente, pero lo mejor fue el anfitrión, nos ayudaron en todo, nos dieron muchos consejos sobre los puntos que teníamos previsto visitar y pudimos conocer otros nuevos y diferentes que no se promocionan normalmente. Para mi familia, un viaje es ir más allá de lo conocido, y esta propiedad lo cumplió, la recomiendo.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

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。
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023