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El Barranco Galapagos

2.5 star property

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Superior Room, Bay View | Exterior
Exterior
Superior Room, Bay View
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$409
17 Mar - 18 Mar

Explore the area

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Los colonos, Puerto Ayora, Galapagos, 200102
  • Place, Malecon
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Academy Bay
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Las Ninfas Lagoon
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour)
    ‪104 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Double Room, Bay View

Superior Double Room, Bay View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Bay view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Superior Room, Bay View

Superior Room, Bay View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Bay view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Family Room

Family Room

  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Large Single Bed

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Family Cabin

Family Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 King Beds and 3 Single Beds

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Puerto Ayora

At El Barranco Galapagos you'll be within steps of Galápagos National Park and Academy Bay. Highlights at this Mediterranean hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free continental breakfast. .The hotel's own lounge bar and poolside bar are nice places to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the Hot tub and pool loungers as well as access to kayaking. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and a coffee shop/cafe. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Puerto Ayora hotel include Las Grietas and Malecon.

What's nearby

  • Malecon - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Academy Bay - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Las Grietas - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Las Ninfas Lagoon - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Charles Darwin Research Station - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Santa Cruz Brewery - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Limón Café Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Isla Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Gelato Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Rock - ‬3 min walk

About this property

El Barranco Galapagos

El Barranco Galapagos offers its guests an outdoor pool and a hot tub. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. WiFi is free in public spaces.

El Barranco Galapagos also features a garden, coffee/tea in common area, and laundry facilities. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Mediterranean Puerto Ayora hotel.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
El Barranco Galapagos offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to 10:30 PM on request

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Kayaking
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On the bay
  • Pool loungers

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
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (140 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mediterranean architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at El Barranco Galapagos

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 45.0 per day.

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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 70 per vehicle (return, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 70 (return), (from 3 to 11 years old)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 45.0 per day

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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Union Pay, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 1:00 PM to 10:00 PM
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

El Barranco
Hotel Barranco Galapagos
El Barranco Galapagos Hotel
El Barranco Galapagos Puerto Ayora
El Barranco Galapagos Hotel Puerto Ayora

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to El Barranco Galapagos?

The closest beach to El Barranco Galapagos is Playa de los Alemanes (0.7 km).

How much does it cost to stay at El Barranco Galapagos?

As of 14 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Barranco Galapagos on 17 Mar 2026 start from AU$409, 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.

Does El Barranco Galapagos have a pool?

El Barranco Galapagos has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 1:00 PM to 10:00 PM.

What makes El Barranco Galapagos a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and a lounge bar, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at El Barranco Galapagos.

Does El Barranco Galapagos serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary continental breakfast is available daily from 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at El Barranco Galapagos?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs from 6:00 AM - 10:30 PM on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at El Barranco Galapagos?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at El Barranco Galapagos?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at El Barranco Galapagos?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

El Barranco Galapagos Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Camilo

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sebastian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible place to book your stay in Santa Cruz. Excelent service, rooms and personel.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is amazing!!! The staff was great and the amenities are top! The hot tub is open all day! Breakfast was the best I’ve had in a hotel. We will definitely recommend it to friends. We stayed at the dock house and it was unbelievable, just make sure the propane tank for the hot tub is connected when you are checking in so when you are ready to use it, you can get it going no problem … otherwise dock house is the best
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great service and location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

agnieszka

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Staff was super friendly but when you book the hotel they don’t tell you that they are doing renovations and it’s so loud during the day from all the construction noise.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kateryna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely incredible property. Immaculately clean with kind, attentive staff
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great. Pool was really nice with lots of wildlife to watch right off the side of the it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service. Excellent recently renovated property. Can't recommend highly enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

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

El lugar estuvo muy bonito

La estadía fue cómoda nos quedamos en el dock house y la atención fue agradable
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

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

Wonderful place in all aspects

Great location to town, beautiful pool, restaurant area on canal, room very clean, beds soft, breakfast delicious and front desk extremely helpful with all actions: taxi service, laundry, food suggestions
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

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

Amazing Hotel!

I had an amazing stay at Barranco Hotel! I stayed at the Dock House and the service was excellent from start to finish. The location couldn't be better just a short walk to the malecon and all the main attractions. The continental breakfast was fresh and delicious, a perfect way to start the day. I will definitely be coming back and staying here again. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

stephanie

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a beautiful hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xuan Yen Joyee

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

alejandra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
El hotel es muy lindo y en general limpio y bien servicio. Sin embargo nos ofrecieron recogernos en el aeropuerto y no lo hicieron. Y hubo una noche completa y parte de la mañana sin agua ni luz
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

tules

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
amazing hotel and the best service the pool is the perfect spot to see seals, sea turtles, sting rays, sharks and pelicans , at night it’s quiet and the room was perfect. loved especially my balcony overlooking the docks.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing location overlooking the bay. We saw sea turtles, reef sharks, sea lions and lots of fish just sitting at the bar sipping cocktails. Breakfast is at the sister hotel across the road. The food served is from 2pm-10pm only (and also comes from across the street) and is cash only but very delicious (we had the meat and fish skewers). Only stayed one night before our cruise but would definitely stay there again if we were to return (and for longer than one night only).
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRIS

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our family's second trip to the Galapagos and we found the new Hotel Barranco online and took a chance as it didn't have many reviews. We had a wonderful stay! Everything is brand new, clean, and beautifully decorated! The location is super convenient to the dock for the ferries and excursions. Jobeth was super helpful setting up our trips and recommending restaurants. One of the highlights of the property is the pool overlooking the lagoon with the resident seals relaxing by the water. Was great to cool off with a cocktail by the bar after our daily adventures. Totally recommend this hotel for your family's stay in the Galapagos!! Thanks to all the staff for a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacobus

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
dock house is een fantastisch huis om met een gezin te verblijven.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Maria Jose

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Muy buen hotel, muy nuevo. Las camas son un poco pequeñas. Ojalá inauguren pronto el restaurante ya que el desayuno del hotel (toca ir al hotel de al frente) es muy regular.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rass

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Het hotel is in maart 2025 geopend. Staat is uitstekend, alleen is er nog geen ontbijt bij het hotel mogelijk (wordt nog verbouwd) maar het ontbijt wordt aangeboden bij een hostel vlakbij (kwaliteit van ontbijt is beperkt). Personeel is jong en vriendelijk. Zwembad en jacuzzi zijn fijn, maar het zwembad is niet verwarmd (en dus fris). Maken een gezellig kampvuur als je daarom vraagt en kunnen ook diner opties organiseren voor in het hotel. Wij hebben heel er genoten van ons verblijf.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renata

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Instalaciones en muy buen estado. El personal es muy amable.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl Magnus Pysak

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very helpful and kind to us. The view and the bar outside at the sea was excellent. We loved it all!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ein wirklich schönes und neues Hotel direkt am Hafen und in der Nähe eines Supermarkts. Das Frühstück wird in Nachbarhotel serviert - was nicht wirklich stört, da es gleich gegenüber ist. Am besten fanden wir den Hotel Pool - Ein Infinitypool mit Blick auf die Boote und die felsige Landschaft. Auch Leihfahrräder werden gratis zur Verfügung gestellt.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025