Gran Hostal Tintorera

3.0 star property

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A covered outdoor area with a hammock, potted plants, and a white building with balconies.
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a counter with a person behind it, and potted plants.
A white hotel with a spiral staircase, a red roof, and a sign reading "Gran Hotel Timorera".
A breakfast table with croissants, a bowl of fruit, and a coffee pot.
A hotel room with two beds, each with a blue and white duvet, and a swan-shaped towel. There are two windows with curtains, and a painting of a sunset is on the wall.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
The current price is AU$109
5 July - 6 July

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LAS ESCALECIAS 01- 0 y CALLE E, Puerto Villamil, 200250
  • Place, Galápagos National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Puerto Villamil Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, El Embarcadero Pier
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, José de Villamil Airport (IBB)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free Wi-Fi

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Triple Room, 3 Single Beds

  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Quadruple Room

  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Large Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family Quadruple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Puerto Villamil

Gran Hostal Tintorera puts you in the heart of Puerto Villamil, steps from Galápagos National Park and within a 10-minute stroll of Puerto Villamil Beach. Highlights at this hostal include free buffet breakfast, a restaurant and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free hostal offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a garden. Other amenities include laundry facilities, dry cleaning/laundry services and multilingual staff. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also free parking nearby, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 3-property class Puerto Villamil hostal include El Embarcadero Pier and Concha de Perla Nature Park.

What's nearby

  • Galápagos National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Puerto Villamil Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • El Embarcadero Pier - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Concha de Perla Nature Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Posada de Flamengos - 5 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • José de Villamil Airport (IBB) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hornados Albita - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pan & Vino - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Zaroa - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Booby Trap - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Gracias Madre - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Gran Hostal Tintorera

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Gran Hostal Tintorera. An area shuttle within 5 kilometres and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) are available for a fee.

This 3-star Puerto Villamil hostal is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Gran Hostal Tintorera offers 30 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature a hairdryer and free toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. This Puerto Villamil hostal provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, and bidets. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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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 10 metres
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 5 kilometres
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 8:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Private wine tours
  • TV in common areas
  • Wine tours
  • Winery release events

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

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

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
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Communal living room
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritised
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via aeroplane or boat to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal, ferry terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 16 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:00 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 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM 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

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Gran Hostal Tintorera

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 3 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • 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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 10 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 10 (one-way), (up to 3 years old)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 16 per cent

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 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
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • One child aged 3 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Gran Hostal Tintorera Puerto Villamil
Gran Tintorera Puerto Villamil
Gran Tintorera
Gran Hostal Tintorera Hostal
Gran Hostal Tintorera Puerto Villamil
Gran Hostal Tintorera Hostal Puerto Villamil

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Gran Hostal Tintorera?

Gran Hostal Tintorera offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Gran Hostal Tintorera?

As of 4 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gran Hostal Tintorera on 5 July 2026 start from AU$109, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Gran Hostal Tintorera?

Yep, Gran Hostal Tintorera is a short 6-minute walk from Puerto Villamil Beach. Fun beach activities include surfing, snorkelling and scuba diving. You can also find motor boats and boat tours.

What makes Gran Hostal Tintorera a romantic place to stay?

Winery tours and romance packages, as well as rainfall showerheads and pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Gran Hostal Tintorera.

Does Gran Hostal Tintorera serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary buffet brekkie is available daily between 6:30 AM and 8:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Gran Hostal Tintorera?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Gran Hostal Tintorera?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at Gran Hostal Tintorera?

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

Are pets allowed at Gran Hostal Tintorera?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Gran Hostal Tintorera Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 126 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 126 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 126 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 126 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 126 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hongbo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is clean and quiet. Staff was helpful in arranging taxis and tours, at very reasonable prices. Enjoyed my stay overall.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was delicious, the staff were very friendly and helpful, everything was very clean, and the central location made it extremely convenient. Overall, a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hostel was everything that we could need on our trip to Isabela Island. The room was very clean and was cleaned everyday by housekeeping. The lady running the hostel was very sweet and even let us check in early so we could put our things away after arriving to the island. Breakfast was great and a very nice touch.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very pleasant family place. That were really helpful and even managed to get us a refund from the taxi we took to the hotel when he over charged us. Very happy over all!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Niki

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really wonderful family running this hotel. We would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have so many great things to say about my stay! Our room was very clean and we received cleaning service whenever we wanted, we loved our cold AC and hot showers ! We enjoyed our breakfast buffet in the mornings and Dani and her family made us feel at home. We can’t wait to visit them again !
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Wenhaw

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are friendly
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carmen Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was delicious (fruit, scrambled eggs, bread, cheese, coffee, juice). The owners were very friendly and accommodating (we checked in a bit early and they let us go in since the room was ready). Location is wonderful since it is a walking distance from great restaurants, bakery and downtown. All great!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a very nice place to stay while in Isabela Family owned they will go the extra mile to make you feel like at home. I will recommend this place and for sure will book again if I come back to beautiful Isabela island
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mahdieh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
It is a budget friendly hotel! The staff are kind and welcoming. However the service is limited. No hair dryer, the sheets are so thin and the towels are over washed, and mosquitoes can get into the room from the door and window opening. Breakfast is very limited. I only stayed for one night so the details didn’t bother me much but definitely would be hard if I had stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners were very friendly and welcoming. It appeared to be a family run establishment and they made sure we felt at home. Rooms are simple, clean and safe. A few blocks from the beach and close to all amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Friendly staff who responded to issues immediately.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We would highly recommend staying here for many reasons. Breakfast each morning was super fresh and consisted of fruit, juice, bread, eggs cooked to order, coffee, yogurt, granola and jam. Fresh cheese from the island was also very good. Rooms were very clean, comfortable and quiet and the staff is very friendly and helpful. They helped us arrange 3 different tours which included pick up at the hotel which made everything easy and enjoyable. Laundry was also done for us at the going rate around town which was quite convenient. They also provided drop off and pick up from the airport. This is exactly what we hoped for during our stay.
Hotel entrance
Lobby/Breakfast Area
Farm fresh breakfast with all local ingredients
Front Desk
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alejandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a great stay if you go to Isabela, also they help you book all the tours so that you can make the most out of your stay and everything is on time
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service from the staff was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly, attentive, and helpful. Beautiful place and lovely island.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CLAUDIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly environment. Convenient to arrange tours in t he hotel. great breakfast. clean and comfortable. everyone was very attentive. I will highly recommend to stay at the Tintorera hostel!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

regis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hostal
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Tracy

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, safe, pleasant place with hot water, WiFi, and breakfast included. Short walk to the beaches and center of town. Perfect for what it is.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A few blocks from the main street but beautiful and clean. Very nice and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place for the price. Staff are super helpful and friendly! Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and attentive staff. Delicious breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I love the small town filling
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I had an amazing stay at this hotel! It really feels like a family-owned business, and everyone was incredibly kind to me from the moment I arrived. My room was spotless, the Wi-Fi worked perfectly, and the air conditioning was excellent. One morning, after a long walking tour to the volcano, I hurt my ankle. Even though I hadn’t booked the next tour directly with them, the owner went out of his way to arrange another trip for me so I wouldn’t have to walk again. They are clearly very well connected in the town, and you can easily book tours through them with full confidence. They even prepared a lunchbox for me for the excursion! Overall, I highly recommend this place. Wonderful people, great service, and truly exceptional hospitality.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025