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Hotel el descanso del Guia

3.5 star property
Mediterranean hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour fitness center

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Family Room, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar
Front of property
Front of property
Outdoor banquet area
Gym
Escape to Hotel el descanso del Guia, a family-friendly haven by the ocean. Unwind with continental breakfast, scuba diving adventures or relax at the sauna and rooftop terrace. With free in-room WiFi, a coffee shop and helpful staff always ready to assist.
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Room service
  • Laundry
The current price is ₩99,994
₩99,994 total
Sep 8 - Sep 9

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Family Room, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • 63 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Large Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • 32 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Quadruple Room, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Superior Quadruple Room, 2 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Puerto Ayora, Hotel el descanso del Guia is in a national park and by the ocean. Las Grietas and Gus Angermeyer Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Galápagos National Park and El Chato Ranch.
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Calle Delfin, Barrio el Mirador, Puerto Ayora, Galapagos, 200350

What's nearby

  • Fishing Piers - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Academy Bay - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Malecon - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Las Ninfas Lagoon - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Charles Darwin Research Station - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Islander Coffee Roasters - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Isla Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Golden Prague Galapagos - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪El Muelle De Darwin - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tropical Bird - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Hotel el descanso del Guia

Family-friendly hotel near Galápagos National Park
Take advantage of free continental breakfast, a poolside bar, and a rooftop terrace at Hotel el descanso del Guia. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. Enjoy the 24-hour gym, as well as activities like scuba diving. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a coffee shop/cafe and a garden.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers
  • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and express check-in
  • Babysitting (surcharge), luggage storage, and barbecue grills
  • A front-desk safe, tour/ticket assistance, and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like air conditioning and separate dining areas.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Separate dining areas, daily housekeeping, and desks

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 8:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Scuba diving

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Separate bedroom
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2016
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mediterranean architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:30 AM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 9 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability

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 8 AM - 6 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Ecuador value-added tax (15%). Nonresident travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa may be exempt from value-added tax (15%).

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 40 per vehicle (one way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 35 per night

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 and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Hotel el descanso Guia Puerto Ayora
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el descanso Guia Puerto Ayora
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Descanso Del Guia Puerto Ayora
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Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel el descanso del Guia have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel el descanso del Guia?

As of Aug 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel el descanso del Guia on Sep 8, 2025 start from ₩99,994, 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 Hotel el descanso del Guia pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hotel el descanso del Guia?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Hotel el descanso del Guia?

Check-in start time: 11:30 AM; Check-in end time: 6 PM.

What time is check-out at Hotel el descanso del Guia?

Check-out is at 9 AM.

Does Hotel el descanso del Guia provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 40 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hotel el descanso del Guia located?

This family-friendly Puerto Ayora hotel is located by the ocean, within 1 mi (2 km) of Galápagos National Park, Fishing Piers, and Academy Bay. Playa de los Alemanes and Tortuga Bay Beach are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Hotel el descanso del Guia Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 165 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 55 out of 165 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 165 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 165 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 165 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and spacious family room. Good breakfast and the staff is courteous. I highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

leonel bladimir

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente hotel y personal
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet and family feel safe Excellent breakfast and service Very clean place
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xavier

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great services and beautiful matrimonial room. Big space and great staff.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

JIANYI

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel and the room was clean. Staff was friendly and very helpful. The breakfast was very good. This hotel is not located in the town so you need to take a taxi to restaurant , shopping, and other activities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Spotlessly clean. Hairdryer in bathroom comfortable bed. Breakfast was excellent. Nice swimming pool. Cab ride into town $2 or a half hour walk.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only there for a night but was comfortable and had no problems
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great hotel with a long to the beach

Extremely comfortable beds and very nice staff! The room is well appointed and the ping pong table is a nice addition that we've enjoyed using. It is 2km from the beach so it's a 15min walk each way.. Which in the hot sun seems like a long time even if you are very fit. However it's much cheaper due to its location so it's great value for a long walk..
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Marien Segura

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place promises things that it does not fulfill, it offered me round-trip transportation and when I sent them the email with my data to coordinate the shuttle, they simply told me that they were not going to do it, I asked for an answer, talking to the administrator, it was never possible, the place where the hotel is located is in the middle of nowhere. I attach photos so that what happened to me does not happen to them
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

SONNIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I only leave a 4 star review because I stayed for 5 days and the breakfasts were boring. Every day they offered the same thing, eggs, toast, or pancakes, cereal and strawberry yogurt. They don’t have a restaurant in the hotel and everything is far away. After the second day I was bored with the breakfast and started buying croissants next door in the bodega to have it with my coffee. The bodega next door to the hotel sells water, beers, drinks and ice creams. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Just a thought maybe the manager could buy “fresh bread” from the bakery the bodega was charging .25 cents per bread it’s probably cheaper to buy in bulk. Also an omelette would be better than fried eggs every day!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice big and new rooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, wonderful room and excellent breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was great. Good room with a view, solid breakfast included. I would deduct one star for the location as it is about a 15 minute walk to town. Super shout out to Oscar, who is amazing. Great English skills (which are in short supply in Ecuador) who helped to book several tours and arrange cab rides and even laundry
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

wellington

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was all good
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay in El descanso del guía was excellent due to Oscar’s help and attention ! He really made the différence! Thanks Oscar for your help in Galapagos !! It was a pleasure to meet you!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheilah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent. Good breakfast. Excellent room with very comfortable bed. Oscar was so helpful to us
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yesenia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed here twice while visiting Galapagos. It is not located in the main shopping/ dining area but they get you a taxi which only costs about $2. I especially appreciated Roland who took care of all our tours and checked on us to make sure all was well with our excursions.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Serge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff and very clean. Nice pool and breakfast was very good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ying

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s a little far from the center.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really liked the room with its blackout curtains and the ability to check out at 12pm. The location is also very good. The only downside was the food in the restaurant - no real flavour and a little overpriced. Other than that Id recommend this hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Dipak

Liked: Staff & service
People are nice. Place is noisy.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rudi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A little off the beaten path the staff was super friendly and accommodating. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Spring

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay! Oscar, Christopher and the rest of the staff were wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

LK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is good; Oscar Angel are great!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023