Spread the Cost
ATOL protected
Unbeatable prices
Spread the Cost
ATOL protected
Unbeatable prices
Near Fishing Piers
When you stay at Hotel el descanso del Guia in Puerto Ayora, you'll be by the ocean, just steps from Galápagos National Park and a 3-minute drive from Tortuga Bay Beach. This family-friendly hotel is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Las Ninfas Lagoon and 1.3 mi (2 km) from Fishing Piers.
Make yourself at home in one of the 12 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Don't miss out on the many recreational opportunities, including an outdoor pool, a sauna, and a 24-hour fitness center. Additional features at this Mediterranean hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
Featured amenities include express check-in, dry cleaning/laundry services, and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours).
English, Spanish
Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)
Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.
There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.
Most popular facilities
Bar
Laundry
Breakfast available
Pool
Gym
Free wifi
Restaurants
Air conditioning
Room service
Housekeeping
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Cleanliness
9.2/10
Location
0.0/10
Recommendation
86.4%
Closest airports
The preferred airport for Hotel el descanso del Guia is Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour)
46.2 km / 28.7 mi
Beaches nearby
Tortuga Bay Beach
2.9 km / 1.8 mi
El Garrapatero Beach
19.5 km / 12.1 mi
What's nearby
Galápagos National Park
0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Fishing Piers
1.8 km / 1.1 mi
Academy Bay
1.9 km / 1.2 mi
Malecon
2.2 km / 1.3 mi
Las Grietas
2.2 km / 1.4 mi
Las Ninfas Lagoon
2.2 km / 1.4 mi
Playa de los Alemanes
2.5 km / 1.6 mi
Charles Darwin Research Station
2.6 km / 1.6 mi
Rancho Primicias
16 km / 10 mi
El Chato Ranch
19.8 km / 12.3 mi
Los Gemelos Sinkholes
20 km / 12.4 mi
Most Popular Amenities
Bar
Laundry
Breakfast available
Pool
Gym
Free wifi
Restaurants
Air conditioning
Room service
Housekeeping
Spa
Top family-friendly amenities
Pool
Parking and transportation
Airport transportation (surcharge)
Food and drink
Barbecue grill(s)
A restaurants
Snack bar/deli
A bar/lounges
A poolside bar
Number of coffee shops/cafes - 1
Minibar
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Restaurants on site
Number of bars/lounges - 1
Pool sun loungers
Things to do
Children's pool
Free use of nearby fitness center
Number of outdoor pools - 1
24-hour fitness facilities
Television
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Children's pool
Conveniences
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Luggage storage
In-room safe
Guest services
Concierge services
Laundry facilities
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Tours/ticket assistance
Daily housekeeping
Families love it for
Children's pool
Outdoors
Children's pool
Number of outdoor pools - 1
Rooftop terrace
Number of poolside bars - 1
Pool sun loungers
Terrace
Full-service spa
Sauna
Laptop-friendly workspace
Languages spoken
English
Spanish
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Common areas
Wheelchair accessible – no
Check-in
From 11:30 AM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
Until 9:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type.Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
General 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. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cards accepted at this property
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
We should mention
92% of our clients have rated us with 5 stars
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