La Casita de la Playa
Location: Malecon, Puerto Villamil, Isabela, Puerto Villamil, EC
Star Rating: 3 Stars
Property Type: Hotels
About this Property
Terrace and Garden Views
Enjoy breathtaking views from the terrace and garden, perfect for relaxing and soaking in the surroundings.
Complimentary Amenities
Take advantage of complimentary wireless internet access and join the daily reception where you can mingle with other guests.
Convenience and Comfort
Relish in a memory foam bed with premium bedding, private bathrooms with rainfall showerheads, and added conveniences like safes and desks.
Immerse yourself in the heart of Puerto Villamil at La Casita de la Playa, steps away from Galápagos National Park and Puerto Villamil Beach. Book now to experience the perfect blend of comfort and convenience during your stay.
Important Information
- One child 4 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
Policies
Check-in: 01:00 PM - 06:30 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Instructions: The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. The front desk is staffed during limited hours.
Amenities & Facilities
- Free breakfast
- Free WiFi
- Terrace
- Garden
- Concierge service
- Wheelchair accessible
- Free breakfast
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Smoke-free property
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Free reception
- Beach sun loungers
- Beach towels
- Free full breakfast
- Water dispenser
Rooms Available
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Comfort Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Ocean View
1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
172-sq-foot room with ocean views
Sleep - Memory foam bed, premium bedding, a down duvet, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, and rainfall showerhead
Practical - Safe, desk, and iron/ironing board (on request)
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Shampoo
- Daily housekeeping
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- Premium bedding
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Down comforter
- Memory foam mattress
- Rainfall showerhead
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
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Superior Twin Room, Ocean View
2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed
236-sq-foot room with ocean views
Sleep - Memory foam bed, premium bedding, a down duvet, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, and rainfall showerhead
Practical - Safe, desk, and iron/ironing board (on request)
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Shampoo
- Daily housekeeping
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- Premium bedding
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Down comforter
- Memory foam mattress
- Rainfall showerhead
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
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Standard Twin Room
2 Twin Beds
161 sq feet
Sleep - Memory foam bed, premium bedding, a down duvet, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, and rainfall showerhead
Practical - Safe, desk, and iron/ironing board (on request)
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Shampoo
- Daily housekeeping
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- Premium bedding
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Down comforter
- Memory foam mattress
- Rainfall showerhead
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
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Comfort Twin Room, Ocean View
2 Twin Beds
172 sq feet
Sleep - Memory foam bed, premium bedding, a down duvet, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, and rainfall showerhead
Practical - Safe, desk, and iron/ironing board (on request)
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Shampoo
- Daily housekeeping
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- Premium bedding
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Down comforter
- Memory foam mattress
- Rainfall showerhead
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
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Superior Triple Room, Ocean View
1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
237 sq feet
Sleep - Memory foam bed, premium bedding, a down duvet, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, and rainfall showerhead
Practical - Safe, desk, and iron/ironing board (on request)
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Shampoo
- Daily housekeeping
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- Premium bedding
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Down comforter
- Memory foam mattress
- Rainfall showerhead
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
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Comfort Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ocean View
1 Double Bed
172 sq feet
Sleep - Memory foam bed, premium bedding, a down duvet, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, and rainfall showerhead
Practical - Safe, desk, and iron/ironing board (on request)
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Shampoo
- Daily housekeeping
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- Premium bedding
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Down comforter
- Memory foam mattress
- Rainfall showerhead
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
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Standard Double Room
1 Double Bed
151 sq feet
Sleep - Memory foam bed, premium bedding, a down duvet, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, and rainfall showerhead
Practical - Safe, desk, and iron/ironing board (on request)
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Shampoo
- Daily housekeeping
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- Premium bedding
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Down comforter
- Memory foam mattress
- Rainfall showerhead
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
Guest Reviews
- Jeffrey (8/5): Nice authentic architecture and location on the sea! - Loved the breakfast looking at the ocean! Not too much!
- Mario Jorge (9/5): -
- Anastasia (7/5): -
- Ray (9/5): -
- Lucrecia (8/5): - Que estaba sobre la playa Muy básicas las instalaciones
- Chakrabongse (10/5): -
- Damian (10/5): -
- Guest (8/5): Fantastic views and location but aging facility - Excellent location. You feel like you are right on the beach and are right in the middle restaurants and shops. Great ocean views! The staff were very friendly breakfast was good! We booked a tour through the hotel and found out they upcharged us by nearly double the going rate. I would expect to pay more for the booking fee but not nearly 100% more. When we asked about a transfer from the ferry they indicated it would cost $50. A taxi is $2/person for reference. The hotel is dated and in need of some TLC; mould in the shower, stained towels, broken umbrellas, etc. Being next to the ocean I expect upkeep is constant but they are not staying ahead of it. Do not expect a high end hotel for the price. Because Isabela Island is so incredible and the hotel location and views are so fantastic we were willing to overlook the condition of the hotel and upcharges and not let it negatively impact our stay. But manage your expectations is you stay here.
- JAUME (7/5): -
- Rodica (9/5): Great location, situate on the a beautiful beach, lots of restaurants around, good customer service - location
- Christiaan (10/5): Relax in Isabela - Great location on beach Very clean and comfy rooms Staff super friendly and helpful Breakfast yummy!
- THERESE (9/5): - La proximité de la plage magnifique Le pt déj L accueil
- Margarita (9/5): Muy agradable - La vista de la habitación a la playa ( costo diferenciado), la ubicación del hotel, en la calle donde se ubican bares y restaurantes, muy cerca del mercado donde se come rico y a buen precio Se destaca la atención de Sofía Cuesta regular la temperatura del agua de la ducha. Las habitaciones con vista al mar del primer piso quedan expuestas por el tránsito de la gente por la calle. La caja fuerte es pequeña
- Krzysztof (8/5): Bardzo dobra relacja ceny do jakości, świetny personel. - Hotel przy, a właściwie na plaży. W minutę spaceru w lewo lub w prawo zaczynają się bary i restauracje, do plaży 15 kroków, do morza 50 ( trochę mniej w czasie przypływu). W recepcji lodówka ze schłodzonym winem, spokojnym albo musującym, po znośnych (jak na Galapagos) cenach. Wolałbym w strefie śniadaniowej termos z kawą parzoną, dostępna była tylko instant.
- Christos (5/5): Overpriced - El personal 10/10 en especial Diana que nos atendió el primer desayuno. Se siente como estar en un Hostal súper básico. Las cortinas de la habitación parece que se van a romper, el closet súper pequeño, el baño pequeño, y me queme tratando de bañarme con agua. La habitación con vista al mal tiene vista, pero también hay un montón de cables que interrumpen la vista. El desayuno es básico, pero los meseros se esmeran en atender bien. Hay mejores opciones para alojarse por el mismo o menor precio. No volveríamos.
- Austin (10/5): -
- Maria (10/5): - Lovely place right on the beach. Great location, walking distance form lots of restaurants and shops. Not that far from pier, like 20 min walk. Staff super nice and helpful. Proactively reached out to us to make sure we had breakfast either in their terrace or giving us a to-go bag. I’d definitely will stay here again.
- Danielsan.p (9/5): Superb - Very friendly staff, good breakfast and close to the beach. The stairs to the third floor, where the breakfast is served, were quite narrow.
- Doug (6/5): Pleasant - This Is a 2 star motel with an amazing location on the beach. It is fine for few days and there is not much to choose from on this island. Terrible beds and not maintained that well
- Lindsey (10/5): Exceptional - This was such a comfortable property and was directly on the beach. The views were amazing and the staff were very friendly. The location was in the middle of town and perfect for walking/exploring around you.
- Maria (7/5): Loved it - The view from the room was spectacular. the room was a little small. And the internet in the room was not great for working .
- PAULA (4/5): - Nos dijeron matrimonial estándar y en. Esa cama solo cabe una persona.
- Sandra (9/5): Gorgeous seaside property. Don’t hesitate to book. - Gorgeous sea view, great location, excellent breakfast, and friendly helpful staff. Filtered water was readily accessible. Laundry service was convenient. Nothing.
- The_hedonist (10/5): Exceptional - You could literally go from the room straight into the ocean, simple but nice hotel, have everything you need. A bit small common areas, but doable Nice and friendly staff. They helped with every question we had.
- Verified traveler (6/5): Loud and uncomfortable - Around the clock noise, our room was on the 2nd floor directly below the food prep and serving area so starting st 6am it was constant noise. People and dog noise until 1-2am. Staff friendly. This is more of a hostel with a bathroom (beware no window/glass just a mesh), running water was a hit or miss. Bugs and ants everywhere. We stayed here 3 nights.
- Coy (8/5): Very good -
- Lucas (10/5): Simple et bicolique - Jolie chambre avec un lit très confortable, proche de toute les comorbidités, vue sur la plage depuis le lit, petit déjeuner très bien et le service très professionnel.
- Charlene (6/5): - While Hotel offers prime beachfront views, benefits stops there. Rooms on ground floor would have face risks of noise from guests on upper floors, along with uninitiated visits from insects. A crockroach crawled into the room during the night of my stay rendering some anxiousness as there is no hotel staff at night. The lack of proper ventilation in the room especially bathroom/toilet area meant constant humidity and towels once used do not dry easily even if left overnight. Overall amenities provided in rooms are basic (even though shower gel, shampoo, handwash and conditioner are provided) so best to bring your own. No room slippers nor facial tissues. Hot water is available only on 3rd floor which is cumbersome during the night. Breakfast alittle too basic though box breakfast available on request if one has early start.
- Lax (7/5): Great location and staff but low value for the money. - Great location right by the beautiful beach. Helpful staff members. Good laundry service at a good price. Walkable to restaurants and tour companies. Very expensive for what we got. Too much sand all over the hotel. Bathroom did not have a good flow of hot water to take showers.
- Melanie (7/5): Location was excellent, but there are definitely some shortfalls. - Breakfast was good- staff really friendly. My room was near the breakfast room so was quite noisy in the morning and there was a draft through the room all the time. I asked for extra bedding which I got and that made a big difference. The shower was disappointing as it was very hard to get the right temperature and it had low water pressure.
- Melissa (10/5): Central location perfect for families! - We planned a last-minute trip to Isabela and our usual place was unavailable. We booked Casita de la Playa and were THRILLED with our decision. The location, food, and service all felt high-end. Everyone we interacted with was wonderful, friendly and importantly capable. The hotel is close to both the beach and the "downtown" area where there are restaurants and convenience stores. We live on the East Coast, but visit Galapagos every year and this will be our new go-to place on Isabela Island. This is a bit random, but we left on the 6AM ferry having extended our trip as much as possible, and the hotel's "boxed snack" (in lieu of breakfast) was lovingly packed and fed us the entire day. Such a wonderful surprise. Cannot recommend them highly enough! Our only complaint (if at all) is that the wifi works well in the common areas, but it's terrible in the rooms. We were warned by the front desk at check-in, so it was not a surprise -- but it would be nice to have strong wifi everywhere.
- Theodorus (10/5): - Melina the receptionist was exceptionally professional and hospitable. She helped me alot and made my stay very pleasant with her tips, assistance and gracefulness.
- Natalia (10/5): Cozy place with great location! - I loved staying at Casita de la Playa. Location could not be any better! Every morning started with sunrise on the beach and every evening sunset at the same place! Breakfast was amazing (view from the restaurant is OUTSTANDING!). The whole staff is super nice, friendly and helpful! Super fast internet as well. Lost of restaurants near by. Will highly recommend this place!
- Antonio Happy (10/5): - Excelente ubicación, justo frente al mar.
- Alyssa (8/5): - Great property located right on the beach. Breakfast was wonderful. Hotel was clean and staff were very helpful.
- Elizabeth (9/5): Beachfront Paradise - The location right on the beach was excellent. The room was spacious and well laid out. Staff was incredible. Our first room was at the end of the walkway into the complex, so there was no privacy whatsoever unless we closed the blinds, but then we'd lose the excellent view. Our second room was so much better for us. Also, I injured my ankle during my stay. Lovely Melia accompanied us to the nearby medical center to interpret for us and make sure I got the care I needed. That, to me, was beyond customer service. They really care about their guests. In our first floor beach front room, we felt we were on display, so we were moved up to the third floor. Loved the new outlook. We would have appreciated a couple of small extras, a fridge for cool drinks and leftovers, and a second mirror to enable one guest to get ready while the other was using the bathroom.
- anne marie (10/5): Loved it! - Upgrade given, beautiful view on the beach, breakfast delicious, staff friendly and accommodating
- Brooke (8/5): Nice stay at hotel volcano - We got transferred to hotel volcano a sister property as we were told our room was damaged from the previous clients. We had a nice sea view. Breakfast was amazing. Staff were contactable via whatsapp and helpful.
- Peggy (10/5): Perfect stay. - Friendly staff. Great breakfast. Right on the beach. Close to restaurants.
- Andreas (6/5): - Das Personal war sehr bemüht und nett. Die Ausstattung war schlicht. Die Auswahl beim Frühstück war dürftig, man ist aber satt geworden wenn man sich mit wenig Auswahl zufrieden gegeben hat.
- Rowan (10/5): Exceptional - The location is unbeatable.
- Devin (9/5): Superb -
- David (7/5): Good - The room had a great view of the sea and beach. It is well situated (the town is very small). Friendly staff. It is fairly simple accommodation considering the price but it is true most things are expensive in the Galapagos. On the tourist map of Puerto Villamil it is marked under Hostals (not hotels) and that is perhaps more exact.
- Kevin (10/5): Exceptional - The breakfast was great...I enjoyed the eggs made to order. Melina and Tatiana did a wonderful job of making sure everything was great and all our needs were taken care of. I highly recommend Casita de la Playa if you plan on staying on Isabella. The island had marine iguanas and blue footed booby's just a short walk on the beach from the front of the hotel without having to get a tour to see them. There was also a place next to the dock where you can go snorkeling with sea lions! A truly unforgettable experience...just have to rent a snorkel from
- Eve-marie (10/5): Exceptional -
- Cesar (1/5): Not happy - Not happy, I try to change my reservation, because I was sick, but they never answer to my request and charging me for the stay I never used it. It look like this people only cares about money 💰 Never being there!!
- ZAZIL CORTES (10/5): - Amazing! The staff is very friendly and warm, the gave us an upgrade and leave some chocolates for my mom on her birthday. Breakfast was good, the day we left since it was very early in the morning they gave a box lunch. Truly super kind. Beds were comfy, the view amazing. Great location
- Verified traveler (10/5): Awesome hotel - Great experience. The location is fantastic and the staff was excellent. Staff was attentive, even going the extra mile to pack us a breakfast to go and offering to help arrange a taxi for our early ferry. Breakfast every day was amazing: made to order with an incredible view.
- Annabel (10/5): We couldn’t thank the staff enough for all they did for us during our stay, and truly didn’t want to leave! - Gorgeous beachfront property with wonderful ocean views. The staff were so attentive and couldn’t do enough for you! Breakfast was also lovely.
- Martin (10/5): Exceptional -
- Verified traveler (10/5): Great stay! - Loved this hotel. The location is amazing right on the beach. There are tables where you can sit and enjoy the beautiful sunset. Room was clean and staff were very kind and attentive.
- Ines (10/5): - Very safe and quiet. Staff is amazing. Location cannot be better. Great value
- Steffen (10/5): Exceptional -
- FRANK (10/5): - This property is located right on the beach. Breathtaking views of pelicans fishing, waves crashing and the sounds of the ocean. This is your destination stay on Isabela. Super staff, an excellent morning breakfast and very helpful with tour pickup coordination. Within walking distance of Flamingos and a large iguana crossing. The town square is just down the street. Book it now!
- Brad (10/5): Great choice and right on a beautiful beach - Best breakfast we had during our week in Galápagos! Made to order eggs, French toast, fresh fruit, juice, coffee and rolls. Nothing
- Xiaolin (8/5): Very good - very nice hotel, I like the fruits serving for breakfast, and its perfect location. what impressed me most is the hotel looks like run entirely by very capable girls 👍
- Omar (10/5): - Excelente ubicacion, excelente servicio del personal. El baño necesita remodelacion, pero en general muy buena la estadia.
- Anonymous (9/5): Sunset paradise - The location is PERFECT! Just steps away from the ocean, and beautiful sunset views. The staff were helpful and courteous and connected us with tours and resources around town.
- Aleksandra (5/5): Passable -
- Nikko (9/5): Superb -
- Roo (7/5): It was just ok. - On the beach. Access to clean drinking water with hot option. Was told we would get a boxed breakfast and got nothing on departure day! Only one chair, had to ask for a second. Towels not very absorbent.
- Tammy (10/5): The location of Casita de la Playa couldn't be better. Amazing views - Breakfast was excellent --- freshly made, good portion sizes and friendly staff.
- Gisella (10/5): Exceptional -
- YUDY (10/5): - The room was really nice and clean. Breakfast was great, the view from the breakfast area and the room are gorgeous. Tatiana was super helpful and friendly. Highly recommended we hope to be back soon
- Aleksandr (9/5): Superb -
- Trisha (9/5): Superb -
- Sofiamay (6/5): Mas o menos. - The location was great, I love hearing the ocean everyday and breakfast was good and coffee was great. They serve the breakfast upstairs with the nice ocean view. The hotel is close to everything. The door banging all day! I think this hotel is ready for remodeling. You can hear all the conversation outside, all guests are either slamming doors constantly and inconsiderate or the hotel quality is awful. The room is small and bed is not comfy. Pretty pricey for the quality of the hotel.
- Charlotte (6/5): - The property is beautiful - right on the beach, surrounded by fun restaurants, amazing views from the breakfast deck. The women working there were so wonderful, especially Tatiana and the woman making breakfast. Otherwise, I did not feel like it was worth the price. The rooms were smaller than they looked in the photos, and the windows weren't sealed so lots of bugs got in. The bathroom only has a screen, no window, and there was a ton of noise in the area late into the tonight which I didn't expect.
- Sharon (10/5): We had a wonderful experience at Casita de la Playa on the beautiful island of Isabela! - Casita de la Playa is just a beautiful hotel situated on the beach. Rooms were lovely most with a view. The staff was superb and very helpful with everything and anything. Housekeeping was great, towels were lovely, rooms have ac, very spacious, clean and fresh. Breakfast was made fresh daily, plentiful and very delicious. Reception was most helpful with local information, tours and any needs they went above and beyond. Thank you! No complaints.
- Alec (6/5): Fishbowl rooms with bad smell; expected better for the price - The initial welcome was lovely, and the location on the beach was very nice, but it was hard to enjoy the outdoor space because of the flies. The breakfast was also fine, though nothing special. The Mexican restaurant at the back end was the best we found on the Island. There were flies buzzing around outside, so it was hard to enjoy that space. More importantly, the second-floor bathroom one member of the family had stank of sewage each night. Also, the overall architecture put every room in a fishbowl.
- Fada (10/5): - love the breakfast and the location
- Trisha (9/5): Superb -
- Emanuele (10/5): Exceptional -
- Christopher (8/5): Lacked service. Cute hotel though. - Nice little hotel. Great breakfast. Although the room they had me in on the ground floor was right next to the check in office and/or break room. I could hear all conversations taking place on the ground floor (sometimes at 5 in the morning). Service was good when they were there but often not around. Through the front desk, I ordered a taxi to the pier. The taxi never showed and the front desk was just missing when I sought help so a maid helped me order another one. I expected better service from this hotel at those prices.
- Frank (9/5): Superb -
- Travellingseniors (7/5): Mixed Bag - The staff at this hotel were adorable. All of them. Helpful, knowledgeable, kind and full of suggestions for activities and restaurants. They could not be faulted. The position of the hotel is also excellent, right on the beach-side. But also close to the town centre and easy walking to restaurants, the dock and Concha de la Perla. The beach is glorious. Breakfasts were lovely, and presided over by an adorable lady, who made the early starts worthwhile! The condition of the hotel was not great. We had been upgraded, apparently. However, this was the most expensive hotel we booked, and it wasn't great value for money, even upgraded. The hotel was very tired, and our room leaked. Literally rivulets of water running down one wall when it rained. Fortunately, not near our clothes or over the bed! We did tell reception, but we're just told that yes, there were refurbishment plans. Only one side of the bed had a side table and lamp, which is a bit irritating if you like to read before sleep. The towels in the bathroom were small, and very worn. The plugs were pretty worn too, and the light switch in the bathroom half broken. Some of the sockets didn't work. The windows didn't fit well, and were drafty and noisy in the wind, and being beach side, there was plenty of breeze!
- Jeanne (10/5): the friendliness of the staff made us feel at home - the staff were exceptional: Paola, David, Deana liked it all
- Vardit (10/5): Exceptional - Great location in front of the sea.
- Emilie (10/5): Great place to stay - Paula welcomed us with a nice glass of juice. She then explained to us all the activities to do. She made sure we had everything we needed. Excellent service! Everything was perfect!
- Otto (10/5): We stayed for 4 nights in Casita de la Playa and everything was perfect. The hotel is located on the beach, the breakfas - excellent location, breakfast was very good and the staff adorable and helpful!
- Lorenz (5/5): Not worth the money - + At the beach + Free fresh wather, tea and coffee + Very friendly señora in the kitchen - Way too expensive for what it actually is. - They asked me to send my passport in advance per e-mail, which I think is unusual. They asked me to send it to the domain of a travel agency called neotropicexpeditions which I haven't heard of before. It was the mail address of a certain Myriam but in fact I was communicating with Raffaela. When I arrived at the casita they still made a copy of my passport. The guy at the reception probably didn't know that I had already been asked to send it by e-mail. This copy remained in the printer for 1 day at the reception where everyone has access 24/7. - The Casita is at the beach, yes. But there's still a the walking path (malecón) between the casita and the beach. But that is actually obvious when you check the location on the map :-) - The cleaning service was inconsistent. Sometimes they took away used towels but forgot to provide new ones. The hand soap was missing and I was running out of shower gel. No one noticed. Usually I do not mind about these little things. But for the price I simply expect more attentiveness. - The door was not airtight. I needed to put a towel on the floor to stop constant air currant during the night. - The breakfast was very basic: Bread, marmalade, butter, cheese, meat, eggs, cereals, fruits, lukewarm and (I assume) reheated coffee form the days before. Nothing that would not be served in a simple hostel. For the price I paid I simply expected a bit more variety and creativity (e.g. avocado toast or something alike), taking into account that the resources on the island are limited. However, as a vegan customer I was happy that I was served plantain and maize puffers as egg alternatives :-) The box breakfast on the day of departure would be a good moment to surprise the early leaving guest.
- Annette (10/5): - Right on the beach. Staff are extremely friendly and helpful. Gorgeous views.
- Lisa (10/5): - I loved my room at this property, I had the best view ever! The staff went above and beyond my wildest dreams in assisting me whenever I asked. The breakfasts were amazing as they provided local cuisine -- green plantain dishes that I loved. They even explained how the dishes were prepared. It was incredible.
- GEORGIOS (10/5): - Beautifully situated on the beach, very friendly and helpful personnel
- Allison (10/5): - Great place and amazing view
- Paulina (10/5): - Es un hotel súper bonito en frente a una playa preciosa. David, Paola y el staff te facilitan todo, únicamente hay que disfrutar de la isla ya qu
- Nasrin (10/5): - I enjoyed staying in this hotel very much ; clean , great location , Friendly and professional staff, View ,
- Christian (8/5): Super Lage direkt am Strand - Das Hotel ist in einer super Lage direkt am Strand und die Zimmer sind nett eingerichtet. Als negativ empfanden wir, dass aus einem Zimmer mit Meeresblick ein Zimmer mit Fenster auf eine in wengier als einem Meter entfernte Wand wurde. Das Frühstück ist umfangreich leider sind einige Teile der warmen Gerichte höchstens lauwarm. Das Preisleistungsverhältnis passt trotzdem.
- Verified traveler (8/5): - Great view. Clean rooms, nice & helpful staff. The area in front of the hotel needs updating.. add some nicer lawn furniture, lounge chairs, umbrellas. Would have been nice to have lounge chairs and umbrellas actually on the beach. Breakfast needs improving, fruit wasn't ripe and eggs were cold. For the price I would definitely stay here again. They could do some small changes to make it really nice.
- Verified traveler (10/5): - Amazing place and really good service. Good place to go!!!
- Peter (10/5): - Right on the beach with very friendly and helpful staff
- Darren (10/5): Great stay - Top hotel in a great location. Staff very friendly and accommodating. Made our stay there very remembering. Thank you very much
- Verified traveler (10/5): - The staff and location were amazing. They went out of their way to make sure that we had everything that we needed to make our stay on the island enjoyable, even offering to box breakfast for us for early morning excursions. They also let us stow our gear there on checkout day as we were taking the late ferry. Over all one of the best hotel experiences I have ever had.
- Verified traveler (10/5): - An incredible view and amazing sunsets in an idyllic setting.
- David (8/5): - Overall a nice place. It is not a high end hotel.
- Verified traveler (8/5): - The hotel's location is excellent; it is located less than 20 meters away from the beautiful beach, and our room had a clear view of the ocean. There was a thoughtfully placed faucet for rinsing feet after walking on the beach. The front desk agent graciously checked us in early and arranged for us to eat breakfast slightly earlier than the normally scheduled hours so that we could participate in an early morning tour. The on-demand breakfast omelettes were a nice touch. The retractable clothes line in the shower was useful for drying swimsuits and other wet clothing. On the other hand, the bathroom had a window with a mesh screen but without a solid glass covering, thus making the air conditioning less effective in the bathroom. More importantly, the prices that the front desk agent quoted us for a standard tour and for two taxi trips were much higher than the prices available at a tour agency or on the streets. The agent wanted to charge us $45 for a Sierra Negra volcano tour that we ultimately booked at a nearby travel agency for $35. The agent called a taxi driver who asked $5 for a taxi ride from the hotel to the harbor, while another taxi driver on the street only charged $2. (Our ride from the harbor to the hotel also cost only $2. In addition, when a hotel on another island called us a taxi, the taxi driver quoted us the standard going rate.) Both times that the agent called us a taxi, the same person and the same car came.
- Lindsay (10/5): On the beach! - Casita de la Playa is a great place to stay. Literally right on the beach and a sea turtle laid eggs directly in front of the hotel! It's not a luxury hotel, but I wasn't looking for that as a the trip to the Galapagos shouldn't be about the hotel. It was clean, comfortable, had good air conditioning and friendly staff. Breakfast wasn't anything fancy, but was good and provided protein to prepare us for the day's adventures. The hotel is also right by the majority of the islands restaurants - I highly recommend Coco Surf which is across from the hotel on the street side. Overall a great stay. Would definitely return to Casita de la Playa!
- Verified traveler (10/5): - Amazing beachside location. Comfortable and clean rooms with blissful air con. Magnificent upstairs space from which to watch sunset or enjoy breakfast. Shower available after checkout if you have a tour that day.
- Rob (10/5): Customer service - Incredible beachfront common area. Madison and Alex went over and above to ensure our stay was wonderful. Great breakfast on rooftop dining area. Hot shower
- Derek (10/5): - The staff goes above and beyond to make sure your stay is as perfect as it can be. Everyone here is wonderful. They offer a free breakfast and they made certain to take my wife's allergies into consideration when cooking everything. The hotwl is our favorite in all the Galapagos islands
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