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Royal Palm Galapagos, Curio Collection Hotel by Hilton

4.5 star property
Upscale mountain retreat offers rejuvenating massages after invigorating hikes, with two restaurants serving distinctive local cuisine in a natural setting

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Royal Palm Galapagos offers a peaceful mountain escape with amenities like massage services, a spa tub, and a seasonal outdoor pool. Enjoy local flavors at two restaurants and explore the nature reserve with hiking, biking, and guided ecotours.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
The current price is ￥41,021
￥45,123 total
Jul 6 - Jul 7

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Room, 1 King Bed

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
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  • Free WiFi

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  • Free WiFi

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Villa, 1 King Bed

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  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Family Villa, 2 Bedrooms

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Exceptional
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  • Sleeps 6
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  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Located in Santa Rosa, Royal Palm Galapagos, Curio Collection Hotel by Hilton is in the mountains and near a boardwalk/promenade. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Galápagos National Park and Tortuga Bay Beach. Looking to get your feet wet? Snorkeling and fishing adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Santa Rosa travel guide
Map
Galapagos, Santa Rosa, Km. 18 Via Puerto Ayora-Baltra Isla, Isla Santa Cruz

What's nearby

  • Las Ninfas Lagoon
    Las Ninfas Lagoon
    53 min drive - 21.2 km
  • Charles Darwin Research Station
    Charles Darwin Research Station
    63 min drive - 22.0 km
  • Los Gemelos Sinkholes
    18 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Rancho Primicias
    29 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Malecon
    53 min drive - 21.2 km

Getting around

  • Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour)
    43 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Restaurant
    4 min walk
  • Lava Tunnel Dinner
    8 min walk
  • Aquaralle
    6 min drive
  • Lava Tunnel Dinner
    9 min walk
  • Vida Divina
    13 min drive

About this property

Royal Palm Galapagos, Curio Collection Hotel by Hilton

  • Luxury hotel in the mountains
  • Consider a stay at Royal Palm Galapagos, Curio Collection Hotel by Hilton and take advantage of a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. Adventurous travelers may like the ecotours and cycling at this hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub, and indulge in a body treatment, a body scrub, or a sports massage. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, kids' meals, and local and international cuisine. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks include:
    • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
    • A nature reserve, coffee/tea in the lobby, and concierge services
    • Luggage storage, tour/ticket assistance, and a front-desk safe
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Highchairs and free infant beds
    • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
    • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
    • Coffee/tea makers, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM on request
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: USD 25 for adults and USD 15 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Lava Tunnel Restaurant
  • The Highland Bar
  • The Highland Cafe

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Ecotours
  • Gym
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • In the mountains
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sports massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM
Contactless 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 front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
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 9:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

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.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 25 for adults and USD 15 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 92 per person (roundtrip)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 80 (roundtrip), (from 2 to 11 years old)

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from January to December
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Royal Palm Galapagos, Curio Collection Hotel by Hilton have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–8:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Royal Palm Galapagos, Curio Collection Hotel by Hilton?

As of Jun 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Royal Palm Galapagos, Curio Collection Hotel by Hilton on Jul 6, 2026 start from ￥41,021, 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 for more accurate prices.

Is Royal Palm Galapagos, Curio Collection Hotel by Hilton pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Royal Palm Galapagos, Curio Collection Hotel by Hilton?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Royal Palm Galapagos, Curio Collection Hotel by Hilton?

Check-out is at 9:00 AM.

Does Royal Palm Galapagos, Curio Collection Hotel by Hilton provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 8:00 AM–5:30 PM on request. A fee of USD 92 per person applies.

Where is Royal Palm Galapagos, Curio Collection Hotel by Hilton located?

Situated in a regional park, this luxury hotel is steps from Galápagos National Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Los Gemelos Sinkholes and El Chato Ranch. Lava Tunnel and Rancho Primicias are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Royal Palm Galapagos, Curio Collection Hotel by Hilton Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.6

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 58 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Arrived late and left early the next day to catch a flight so did not have the luxury of spending as much time at the resort as we would have liked. Spacious comfy rooms and excellent staff and food!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room but not good water pressure. Friendly and helpfull staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fredrik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay in lush surroundings, and with lovely staff. Great place for a few days!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible food, excellent service and staff. The restaurant inside the tunnel of the property its amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandeepan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property - lived the staff and the sorroundings. Our villa was excellent
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laureen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The best part about staying at Royal Palms Galapagos was the staff. They were all friendly and helpful, making their best effort to make our stay enjoyable. They remembered our dietary restrictions and would point out if a dish had food we couldn’t eat. The facilities were very nice, and cleaned by friendly staff. The property grounds were serene and lovely. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit and would definitely choose the Royal Palms again.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property with friendly and courteous staff. Villas are amazing for the value! Restaurant is excellent with delicious dishes and attentive service.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Other than renovations (pool and restaurant), we loved the place. Friendly and helpful staff, great food, fascinating lava tunnels and a natural setting made this an especial part of our time in the Galapagos.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Silvana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We are thrilled we chose to stay at this hotel! The staff is exceptional and truly made our family trip unforgettable. Our room was beautiful and spotless, and the pool and jacuzzi provided the perfect way to unwind after our daily adventures. We also dined at the Lava Restaurant—it was an unforgettable experience and highly recommended! This is definitely a place we want to return to. We absolutely loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The royal palm is in a beautiful setting!! The staff makes you feel like you are at home. Jesus, Gustavo, Annelise(spelling), and Diego. Also all the other staff members. The property needs some TLC.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff makes this place!!!! They are top notch. The facilities/fitness center, tennis courts and villas can use maintenance/updating but it’s easy to overlook with the amazing customer service provided. The grounds are quiet, peaceful and safe. Food was very good and we did the lava tunnel dinner which we were so happy that we chose to do so.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Royal Palms is an exceptional property that offers a unique experience immersed in nature. Guests can enjoy the tranquility and seclusion the location provides. The pool and jacuzzis are excellent, and the pleasant weather even at night makes the jacuzzis particularly enjoyable. It was a delightful experience to soak in the hot water during a drizzle, adding to the charm of the hotel, which is situated in the heart of the island. While the hotel is relatively close to all major attractions, transportation is necessary, and it is advisable to book a taxi in advance, as they are typically around 15 minutes away. The staff at Royal Palms are extraordinarily friendly and went above and beyond to enhance our stay. Their exceptional service made our visit even more memorable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All of the staff at the Royal Palm are amazing; they helped us to organize an excursion to North Seymour Island that we probably would not have considered, but ended up being one of the highlights of our trip. The weather in the hills during our stay was overcast, but was beautiful when we ventured to the pier. Maybe because of the time of year/weather, the pool and hottubs were really not usable (not clean or hot). The on-site cafe was fantastic. It was fun to see the tortoises that freely roam the property. My sister loved her relaxing massage (she is very picky, so this says a lot). One of the highlights of our stay was a 5-course dinner in the lava tunnel ~ DO NOT MISS IT.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Joana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The Royal Palm offers a truly immersive Galápagos experience—set inland on a stunning 100 acre property, far from the touristy feel of the ports. Recently under new ownership, the property is being refreshed: rooms are spacious and renovated, the pool has been redone, and quiet renovations are underway, including apparently a unique lava tunnel spa. Some exterior areas still need attention, but the overall feel is serene and authentic. Service is top-notch and boutique-level, with attentive, personalized touches throughout. A special thank you to Gustavo, the ever-present and gracious manager. The restaurant is excellent, with a warm team—Rita made us feel at home and remembered our names. Breakfasts are fresh, varied and awesome. Excursions can be organized by the hotel and work seamlessly. Duncan gave us a deep dive into the island’s geology and ecology, while Maritza kept our 8–14-year-olds fully engaged with her energy and knowledge. Boat tour days were a highlight—fantastic snorkeling, incredible island views, and a surprisingly gourmet chef onboard (kudos)! The boat crew was kind and professional. Guide quality, however, faltered which was disappointing. Overall, The Royal Palm is a peaceful, character-rich base for a Galápagos trip—elevated by excellent service, comfort, and nature.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Do not stay here.

Wi-Fi was practically non existent. No cell service. I had a very difficult time keeping in contact with my family. Only a couple TV channels worked. TV’s had Prime, Netflix, etc built in but none of it worked. The beds were actually very comfortable, which was good because about the only thing you could do there was sleep. Staff was very friendly but only one gentleman spoke English. There were two ladies there who were very friendly but really spoke no English so when one of them was at the front desk, communication was almost impossible. Tried to use google translate but without WiFi, it didn’t work. I understand that we were in their country, however hotels staff should be able to communicate with the customers. The food tasted ok but I didn’t feel well for a couple days after eating. The menu was also very limited. Only a few things to choose from. I would not recommend this hotel at all.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had the best time ever! We will definitely be back! The place is beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andres Fernando

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Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Rano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful area. I was surprised that check out time is 10am. However, didnt have any issues to delay check out till noon.
Verified

8/10 Good

Rihito

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Villa was great. But the shower was unconvinient to use because it was too high.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I stayed in Villa 6. The villa was spacious, comfortable, quite, serene, has a fantastic free standing bathtub. The view from this Villa overlooked the canopy of flora and fauna and the ocean. If you like nature, quietness and tranquility this is the place for you. Not close to to town which was was a plus for me. Great staff that are kind and care about your stay. I was absolutely stunned how pretty the grounds were.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abdel Meguid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommended. While not the hot spot of Porto Ayora and about 20min drive, it’s a beautiful property with a lot of space unlike the smaller hotels around the port area. The staff stands out as well. They are helpful and friendly. They will make sure you get to where you want and work out transportation.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hugo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful Resort in Galapagos Highlands

We stayed at this amazing and beautiful Resort in the Highlands in June of 2017. I would like to first comment on the absolutely amazing staff and responsiveness to every need. Juan Carlos, Paola and Gustavo made our stay there amazing and comfortable. The hotel is secluded, but it was exactly what we were looking for. Transportation into town is only 20 minutes away and we never had a problem getting to or from our hotel. Thanks to everyone at Royal Palm for an amazing experience and trip to remember. We will be back!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extraordinario hotel en una zona de infinita riqueza natural, excelente personal y servicio y todos las comodidades que se esperan. El restaurante está muy bien.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Preciosa propiedad, y las villas perfectas para nuestro final a una celebración familiar muy especial.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andreas

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Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024