Hotel Villa Escalesia Galapagos, Puerto Ayora (Galapagos Islands)
Overview
Located a mere 11 minutes' walk from Visitor Center of Galapagos National Park, the 5-star Hotel Villa Escalesia Galapagos Puerto Ayora is 450 metres from Galeria Aymara. This Puerto Ayora hotel boasts an outdoor pool and a private garden 4.2 km from Galapagos Beach at Tortuga Bay.
Location
You'll need 58-minute drive to Seymour airport. German Beach is in the vicinity of the beachfront hotel, while to Santa Rosa bus stop is approximately 10 minutes' walk away.
Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to La Ratonera, which is merely 1.4 km away. Hotel Villa Escalesia Galapagos is ideally located 650m from Santa Cruz Fish Market.
Rooms
There are 7 rooms with a balcony and a terrace. Some of them offer complimentary wireless internet and a flat-screen cable-TV, along with coffee/tea making facilities. Bathrooms with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet, also include free toiletries and bath sheets. Guests can enjoy views of the garden from the property.
Eat & Drink
The gastropub FraFre GastroBar lies close to the hotel.
Leisure & Business
The Villa Escalesia Galapagos Puerto Ayora features a terrace and a garden for a pleasant stay.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- No parking
- Safe deposit box
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Allergy-free rooms
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Diving
- Snorkelling
- Fishing
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Outdoor dining area
Spa & Leisure
- Infinity pool
- Beach access
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Jacuzzi
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Dressing area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Recommended for:
Marine Iguana SpottingGuests can take a guided walk on the hotel's private beach to observe the endemic marine iguanas in their natural habitat.
Giant Tortoise EncountersThe hotel offers a private tour of a nearby tortoise breeding center where guests can get up close and personal with these majestic creatures.
Mangrove KayakingGuests can rent kayaks from the hotel and explore the nearby mangrove forest, home to various endemic bird species such as the Galapagos penguin.
SnorkelingThe hotel provides snorkeling gear and offers guided tours to nearby snorkeling spots where guests can swim with sea turtles, sharks, and colorful fish.
StargazingThe hotel's rooftop terrace provides a perfect location for stargazing due to the Galapagos' lack of light pollution.
Traditional Cooking ClassesGuests can learn how to prepare traditional Ecuadorian dishes using local ingredients in a cooking workshop led by a local chef.
- Yoga and Meditation
- Bird Watching
- Oceanfront BBQs
- Private Beach Picnics
- Photography Expeditions
- Scuba Diving
- Spa Services
- Cultural Workshops
Location
* Located in Puerto Ayora on Santa Cruz Island, the hotel neighbors Las Grietas, Tortuga Bay, and Charles Darwin Research Station. * The neighborhood offers access to El Chato Tortoise Reserve, lava tunnels, and local markets showcasing Galapagos artisanal crafts. * Puerto Ayora's malecón, Playa de los Alemanes beach, and Garrapatero Beach cater to outdoor enthusiasts and marine explorers.
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