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Blu Galapagos Sustainable Waterfront Lodge

4.0 star property

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
The current price is AU$315
22 Apr - 23 Apr

Explore the area

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Ave. Charles Darwin S/n Y Piquero, Puerto Ayora, Galapagos, 200350
  • Place, Academy Bay
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Charles Darwin Research Station
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Malecon
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour)
    ‪105 min drive‬

About the area

Puerto Ayora

At Blu Galapagos Sustainable Waterfront Lodge you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Galápagos National Park and Charles Darwin Research Station. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, Almar by Isla Grill, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning continental breakfast is served between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also free parking nearby, along with the convenience of a beach shuttle. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 4-property class Puerto Ayora hotel include Playa de los Alemanes and Las Grietas.

What's nearby

  • Academy Bay - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Charles Darwin Research Station - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Fishing Piers - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Malecon - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Las Grietas - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Islander Coffee Roasters - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Santa Cruz Brewery - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Limón Café Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪1835 Coffee Lab - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Isla Grill - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Blu Galapagos Sustainable Waterfront Lodge

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A shuttle from the hotel to the airport (available 24 hours) and a beach shuttle are available for a fee. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Blu Galapagos Sustainable Waterfront Lodge. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Puerto Ayora hotel is smoke free.

  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1995
  • Towels for the beach
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Blu Galapagos Sustainable Waterfront Lodge offers 17 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower, bathrobes, designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 20 metres
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour airport drop-off shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Onsite motorcycle parking only

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: USD 30 for adults and USD 30 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Almar by Isla Grill

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Paddleboard

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On the bay
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1995
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laundry detergent
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after noon 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 allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 300.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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 travellers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing that they are not a resident of Ecuador.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately USD 30 for adults and from USD 30 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 25 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 4)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 300.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Diners Club and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Blu Galapagos Sustainable Waterfront Lodge?

Blu Galapagos Sustainable Waterfront Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Blu Galapagos Sustainable Waterfront Lodge?

As of 31 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blu Galapagos Sustainable Waterfront Lodge on 22 Apr 2026 start from AU$315, including 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 parking available at Blu Galapagos Sustainable Waterfront Lodge?

Yep, but only for motorcycles.

Are there any beaches close to Blu Galapagos Sustainable Waterfront Lodge?

Yep, Blu Galapagos Sustainable Waterfront Lodge is a short 12-minute walk from Playa de los Alemanes. Fun beach activities include surfing, snorkelling and scuba diving. You can also find motor boats.

Does Blu Galapagos Sustainable Waterfront Lodge serve breakfast?

You bet, continental brekkie is offered daily between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Blu Galapagos Sustainable Waterfront Lodge?

No, but there's a shuttle from the hotel to the airport that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Blu Galapagos Sustainable Waterfront Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Blu Galapagos Sustainable Waterfront Lodge?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Blu Galapagos Sustainable Waterfront Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

Blu Galapagos Sustainable Waterfront Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 128 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 128 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 128 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 128 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 128 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David, Vancouver

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was very pleased with Blu Galapagos. The rooms were very clean, great view, very helpful staff. My only recommendation would be to not use the tour company in the hotel. I booked a tour after being very specific in what I wanted to see. I was assured it was possible but once I arrived the tour guide explained there was not enough time within my limited time to see what I came for. Very disappointed. Was not offered any refund or other compensation. The tour was not inexpensive and feel I was completely lied to and intentionally misled.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed in the Wolf suite- BEST view on the island! It was dreamy… the restaurant smells were great and made me hungry… the restaurant itself,(not associated with the hotel) meh. The staff was friendly, but they want to make money off of you- so save your money and go into the town and book your own activities. You’ll save a ton of money. But I liked this place. Very accommodating. It was a little noisy- lots of birds in the rafters and lizards coming in and out… but I actually enjoyed them. I had ample hot water - the best shower! Definitely a suite for lovers although I didn’t have one with me- it left me wishing I did.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Cheryl

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Unhelpful
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
If you stay here make sure you get a receipt when you pay your room tab. When I got home I received a bill for what I paid for already. I was told everything was good when I checked out. A lady the day before also had trouble with her room tab.
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Sonnevy

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Not recommended

We booked a room in the corner which had a great view .Upon checkin we were told that we were allowed 3piece of laundry per person per room .We ‘ve sent 12 piece of laundry twice during our 3 night stay .We were told we owed $18 for laundry .We felt that the hotel should communicate to guests better or posted a sign instead of giving wrong info which isn’t a good business practice .Bed was lumpy.The front service was limited ,we went there four times during our stay without answers to our questions due to language barrier or nobody to talk to
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doreen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at Blu Galapagos. Loved the location and our room was perfect - Great view, well maintained and had a king bed. Even if the description says queen bed and the picture looks like a king, you can trust the picture. Morning breakfast with iguanas and seals, and all day Galapagos coffee availability made this stay special.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Fernando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel location is close enough to what you would like to see or walk to and yet far enough away that it is peaceful and quiet. The room I had was spacious and cleaned daily. The staff was very helpful and available to answer your questions. The rooms face the bay, some completely and others partly. There is a good restaurant attached to the property and many shops, restaurants and tour offices within walking distance.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suming, MOUNTAIN VIEW

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Wasseem

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel. Our room was incredible. We stayed in Darwin. But there was no hot water for 2/3 of our stay. All we were able to get out of them was a free breakfast one day. I would have expected a significant discount given this lacking amenity
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

Great location and lovely Eco Lodge!

Our stay was amazing and the place is lovely! We arrived in Santa Cruz on our first day and spent a night at Blu Galapagos and on our last day, spent our final night there. Our second night we asked for an upgrade with an ocean view and it was absolutely beautiful. The restaurant that is not associated with hotel, but is on location was one of the best meals we had on our trip and the view is right on the water and you can see sharks and raise and fish swimming while dining. The staff was very friendly and accommodating and I would definitely return there.
View from our room
View from the dining area
A visitor on the deck!
Dining/restaurant
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

Perfect place in paradise

Wonderful stay! Ariel was so helpful, kind, and accommodating. Beds were comfortable, view was magnificent, lots of charm! Close to everything. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

graham

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stella Leal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

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

Our stay at The Blu was AMAZING, great service 💙

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

chanel e

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
They offered to pick me up but never did. I had to take a cab and the manager stated he would pay for my cab because of the inconvenience then lied. Also, I was supposed to get breakfast but didnt so they offered me a beer each day then tried to charge me for it. The restaurant not affiliated was fantastic. Room was nice, by very warm.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, walk to everything, lovely and attentive staff. Coffee on the private patio watching birds, sea lions and the ocean was dreamy. Breakfast was so good!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

vijay

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel. Beautiful location. Exceptional staff. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Juana, Altamonte Springs

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good property, Yelena went the extra mile preparing a birthday surprise. The experience was fantastic. All the staff very friendly. Daniel from the restaurant went the extra mile with the presentation of the menu. Housekeeping was great.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rafael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel in a great location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Louis, San Diego

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Issues with sewage. Nit allowed yo flush the TP. In warmer weather the toilet would stink. Running water not suitable for drinking nor washing teeth. Need to use the water from a canister. The restaurant is not part of the hotel AL MAR is very good and very accommodation .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful beachfront hotel! Buffet breakfast is quite good as well and hotel staff is extremely helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
La ubicación es excelente y el personal que atiende es espectacular
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property with big open rooms. Air conditioning was highly reliable and comfortable. Breakfast was expensive at $25USD for a very small and mediocre buffet. Staff was not super helpful or overly welcoming - just ok.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carinel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay at Blu Galápagos it was very easily accessible within walking distance of many delightful places to eat. The breakfast area is located overlooking the water so we enjoyed having breakfast next to sea lions and other local wildlife. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. Definitely a return place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024