El Castillo Galapagos

Name: El Castillo Galapagos
Address: Barrio Pampas Coloradas, Puerto Ayora, EC

Location: Barrio Pampas Coloradas, Puerto Ayora, EC

Star Rating: 3 Stars

Property Type: Inns

About this Property

Beautiful Surroundings and Recreation
Take in the breathtaking views of the Galápagos National Park from the terrace and garden, or explore the area on bicycles available for rent. Relax and unwind in this scenic paradise.

Convenient Amenities and Services
Enjoy complimentary wireless internet access, a TV in the common area, and 24-hour room service. Let our concierge assist with your needs, and take advantage of the area shuttle to visit nearby attractions.

Delightful Dining Options
Indulge in delicious meals at the on-site restaurant or grab a quick snack at the coffee shop. Start your day with a buffet breakfast and explore the nearby dining options in Puerto Ayora.

Book now to experience the charm and comfort of El Castillo Galapagos, located near the beach and surrounded by natural beauty.

Policies

Check-in: 01:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Check-out: 09:00 AM

Amenities & Facilities

Meeting rooms
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Free WiFi
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
Concierge service
Picnic area
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Television in common areas
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Meeting rooms
Smoke-free property
Tours/ticket assistance
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Computer station
Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)

Rooms Available

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Garden View

3 Queen Beds
376-sq-foot room, balcony with garden views

Layout - 2 bedrooms
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Refrigerator and 24-hour room service
Sleep - Select Comfort bed
Bathroom - Private bathroom, towels, and a shower
Practical - Safe
Comfort - Daily housekeeping
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors

Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Refrigerator
- Private bathroom
- Daily housekeeping
- Room service (24 hours)
- Access via exterior corridors
- Free WiFi
- Sleep Number by Select Comfort mattress
Honeymoon Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Garden View

1 King Bed
376-sq-foot room, balcony with garden views

Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Refrigerator and 24-hour room service
Sleep - Select Comfort bed
Bathroom - Private bathroom, towels, and a shower
Practical - Safe
Comfort - Daily housekeeping
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Refrigerator
- Private bathroom
- Daily housekeeping
- Room service (24 hours)
- Access via exterior corridors
- Free WiFi
- Sleep Number by Select Comfort mattress
Panoramic Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Private Bathroom, Garden View

2 Double Beds
258-sq-foot room with garden views

Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Refrigerator and 24-hour room service
Sleep - Select Comfort bed
Bathroom - Private bathroom, towels, and a shower
Practical - Safe
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Refrigerator
- Private bathroom
- Daily housekeeping
- Room service (24 hours)
- Access via exterior corridors
- Free WiFi
- Sleep Number by Select Comfort mattress
Family Suite, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Garden View

2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds
376-sq-foot room, balcony/patio with garden views

Layout - Bedroom
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Refrigerator and 24-hour room service
Sleep - Select Comfort bed
Bathroom - Private bathroom, towels, and a shower
Practical - Desk and safe
Comfort - Daily housekeeping
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors

Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Daily housekeeping
- Room service (24 hours)
- Access via exterior corridors
- Free WiFi
- Sleep Number by Select Comfort mattress
- Balcony or patio
Design Triple Room, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Courtyard View

1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
376-sq-foot room, balcony with courtyard views

Layout - 2 bedrooms
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Refrigerator and 24-hour room service
Sleep - Select Comfort bed
Bathroom - Private bathroom, towels, and a shower
Practical - Safe
Comfort - Daily housekeeping
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors

Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Refrigerator
- Private bathroom
- Daily housekeeping
- Room service (24 hours)
- Access via exterior corridors
- Free WiFi
- Sleep Number by Select Comfort mattress

Guest Reviews

roger (8/5): Quirky architecture - helpful friendly staff - Slight problem with the room on arrival, having booked a family room, but we compromised since it was only for a night, and a sofa was made up to suit. Owners couldn’t have been more apologetic or indeed more helpful during our stay. The hotel is a little unusual in that it is made somewhat castle like, with quirky architecture - which incidentally was the reason we booked for the night. Located away from the harbour area and the main restaurants so a taxi to & from that area is required, although only a $2.00 fare. hotel happy to arrange taxis, which arrive within minutes.
Karan (10/5): - The staff is exceptional! We stayed in a really large room upstairs. It was great. Just the shower might need remodeling. There is no air conditioner so if you are prone to mosquito bites... you'll definitely be bitten. I would recommend they add a mosquito net around the bed. This location is about a 15 minute walk to downtown, which if you like walking and great weather this should be totally fine. since we did the walk every day we actually ate at local restaurants were so good!! The bed and the breeze coming through the room was amazing and I slept like a baby! I just got bit by mosquitos however my fiance did not get bit once! Also the wi-fi is terrible...but the wifi on the whole island is not that good. I would recommend if you need internet go to an internet cafe.
Elizabeth (10/5): Familymoon at El Castillo - Family run hotel and they couldn't have been more welcoming to us. The rooms were really clean and comfortable and well serviced each day. The breakfast each morning was great, limited choice but all you needed to set you up for the day. They have also recently started a courtyard restaurant on the weekends. The food was really delicious and the atmosphere was top notch. We loved or stay here.
Alberto (8/5): Made to feel welcome. - Highly recommend staying at El Castillo while in Puerto Ayora. The owner and her two sons, as well as the rest of her staff, go out of their way to make you feel welcome. The hotel is set back from the center of town, but within an easy walk. It was actually cool to be in a neighborhood. You can plan all your tours at the front desk and they are knowledgeable and dependent. The restaurant serves mouth-watering grilled dishes prepared by Alejandro. And don't miss the desserts made by pastry-chef girlfriend. Absolutely awesome. Also enjoyed the wonderful jazz music being played by the sound system on the patio.
Therese (6/5): - The staff are really helpful and friendly. The rooms were a little dirty, and the showers had hot water sometimes.
Molly (10/5): - Alejandro and his wife were absolutly wonderful. They helped us with planning everything for our trip and making sure we saw everything on the island in the short time we were there. The hostel is clean and beautiful. Everythhing downtown is withing a 10 minute or less walk and if you dont feel like walking you can get a taxi for $1-2. We had a great time!
Rajvi (10/5): Loved the LOCATION! - This place LITERALLY is a castle from inside out. Loved the location - it was 10-12 mins walk from the center. Enough to be away from the crowd/noise to come back to a peaceful place to sleep just mins away from the center. The staff was very friendly and extremely nice. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone who wants to have an authentic experience in Galapagos and is budget friendly.
Dan (10/5): Very unique! Worth checking out - Really cool/unique place! Owner is extremely nice and makes you feel at home
Planicie1 (10/5): Very helpful staff - We had a very enjoyable stay in the hotel. They helped arrange transport from the airport, which is a big benefit after a tiring journey and were able to check-in early and rest. Any problem or question we had with tour operators or generally about the islands were answered for us, making everything much easier.
Verified traveler (8/5): Wonderful place! - Wonderful family run hotel with spacious rooms and great breakfast. Only a $1 cab ride or 10 minute walk into the main strip. This place was very nice to stay at.
Verified traveler (6/5): Very helpful staff - Staff are EXTREMELY friendly and helpful. Room was very spacious and accommodated five of us easily. About 10 minute walk into town. Just a couple blocks from the trail to Tortuga Bay. A couple issues: - No A/C; there was a fan in the room, and although it helped, it's no match for the Galapagos heat/humidity - Wifi is slow/spotty - This is the Galapagos, so we would find a few bugs in the room. I want to emphasize that this was NOT for lack of effort on the staff's part. They cleaned our room thoroughly everyday and put down insecticide. Just a product of the environment and perhaps because our room was on the ground floor.
Verified traveler (8/5): It really is a castle - We had an overnight stay prior to a 5 day cruise. We needed a place in Puerto Ayora and this place looked interesting. It's not a five star place but it was located off the tourist areas in a quiet neighborhood but still within a 10 minute walk to the main town. The rooms are unusual. We had a room with stairs leading up to a tower with another bed. Wished they had A/C. They had free WiFi and limited bicycles which they let the guests use for free. The lady who owned it was very friendly and even though she had limited English, we were able to communicate. We were able to store our excess luggage there while on our cruise.
Verified traveler (8/5): Puerto Ayora hotel - Overall good experience. Sra. R. was very kind and helpful.
Verified traveler (8/5): small casual hotel, - Hotel is 10- to 15-minute downhill walk to Academy Bay, but you can get a taxi for $1.00 when you want to return. Check in is between 1 and 5 pm, and no one was available at 11:00 am to allow be to leave my suitcase, so I had to keep it with me while I went for lunch.
Greg (10/5): Like a Fairytale - This place is amazing. The owner is amazing. EVERYTHING was amazing. No but seriously, cool play to stay. Easily the best place on the island, and we looked at a bunch. First, the place is a castle. Initially I couldn't really tell from the pictures on tripadvisor & other sites if the place was nice or a hole in the wall, but upon arrival we were mesmerized. We felt like were staying in a romantic fairytale for the price you'd pay for a night in any other hotel room. The room we stayed in was quite literally like a European castle meets a treehouse, complete with a ladder to a second story with another bed, multiple balconies, a bridge to other parts of the hotel, and 2 extra rooms for we don't even know what (entrance room, luggage room, etc). Ok so that was the nuts and bolts of the place, but the spirit of it was the icing on the cake. The owner was so nice & incredibly accommodating. We let her know that we had a boat that was leaving super early in the morning (6:30am) to Isabella and she woke up early and cooked us an great breakfast and called us a cab that showed up on time. Easily one of the most hospitable places I've stayed, period.
Karin (10/5): The best Bed and Breakfast ever! - We had just arrived in Ecuador and I wondered about what to expect for hotel accommodations. I was very pleasantly surprised. The family that manages this hotel are wonderful. They speak English very well and provided lots of information to make our stay memorable. We felt very safe with them and the Galápagos Islands overall. We were there 3 nights and we wish we could have stayed a few more days.
Elton (6/5): Cute but overpriced - The personnel were very helpful. We reached the hotel early at around 10 am and expected that we would need to leave our bags at the front desk, but to our surprise the room was already ready and the lady happily let us check in early. We got a gorgeous looking room and very comfortable, however, the flooring is old especially in the bathroom. The breakfast was minimal, but it was there. Also, the hotel is not very close to the port (where everything happens); the hotel does have cycles that you can use for free for as long as you need, but the area around the hotel does get deserted after dark, although, the area seems safe and there were helpful locals who guided us back to the hotel. I felt that the price of $100 for the night was too expensive given the above. We would have rather looked for a hostel near the port (note that other websites list more places than hotels.com).
alexandra (8/5): Charming hotel - Liked this hotel - charming place. Did not like the plumbing system at all, there is no AC and no screens on all windows. Breakfast was pitiful. Hotel was without ele power all night. Staff did not speak any English.
Traveler (6/5): El Castillo Galapagos - We stayed in this hotel for two nights. The manager was very helpful and pleasant. The location of the hotel was far away from the downtown so manager called a taxi for us to get there. The room was big with the beautiful balconies but it was lucking an air-condition or at least a ceiling fan. There were ant nests in the bathroom, so ants were marching all over the place. The breakfast is a joke. The girl told us that if we want scrambled eggs for breakfast we have to cook them - so I did. We went to the Tortuga Bay which is 45 minutes walking distance from the hotel. The Tortuga Bay is a beautiful must- see place.
Holly (2/5): Not reliable - One week before we were flying to the Galapagos the hotel sent me an email and cancelled our reservation. I had booked three months before. They were helpful in finding us other accommodations but i will never book with them again due to the unreliability.