Hotel Solymar

Hotels
7.8 (88 reviews)
Avenida Charles Darwin y Tomas de Berlanga, Puerto Ayora, Isla Santa Cruz , Puerto Ayora , ec

Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Tour desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Nice jacuzzi and pool area
Cons:
Small rooms
Poor cleanliness
Unsatisfactory food quality

Categories

Cleanliness
7.01
The hotel is old and not well-maintained; rooms are not thoroughly cleaned.
Service
8.98
Staff was good and friendly, providing standard service for this hotel tier.
Location
9.52
Outstanding location with beautiful surroundings, birds, and proximity to activities.
Room Quality
6.47
Rooms are small and outdated; beds are not comfortable.
Amenities
7.5
Some amenities like the jacuzzi are enjoyable, but quality is lacking (e.g., poor toiletries).
Value for Money
7.96
Overall value is questionable due to room quality vs. price.
Food and Beverage
6.51
Breakfast options were not satisfactory; omelette was poorly prepared.
Overall Experience
8.48
A good experience affected by some negatives but largely enjoyable due to location.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 02:11

Property Description

Stunning Ocean Views and Tranquility

Hotel Solymar offers Mediterranean-style accommodation with breathtaking ocean views and private balconies. The rooms are equipped with blackout curtains, modern amenities, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can relax by the outdoor pool or enjoy a drink at the on-site bar.

Convenient Location and Nearby Attractions

Situated in the heart of Puerto Ayora, guests are just minutes away from the Charles Darwin station and a short drive to Playa Tortuga beach. The hotel provides easy access to boutiques, cafés, art galleries, and restaurants, allowing guests to immerse themselves in the local culture.

Delicious Dining Options

Indulge in a culinary experience at the ocean side restaurant, offering a sushi menu and a fusion of Pacific Fresh seafood and local flavors. Whether you're exploring the Galapagos fauna or unwinding by the pool, Hotel Solymar ensures a memorable stay.

Experience the beauty of the Galapagos at Hotel Solymar - book your stay today for an unforgettable getaway!

Important information:

Please be aware that Galapagos is conformed by different islands; in this case you are arriving to to Santa Cruz Island. Once you arrive to Seymour Airport in Baltra Island, please take a public bus to Baltra Ferry Terminal where you should take a ferry to Santa Cruz Ferry Terminal. Then, take a bus or a taxi to Puerto Ayora. Give the driver the property's name and directions in order to arrive easily. This whole trip take approximately 40 minutes. To move between islands you can take a boat or plane; please check with your hotel the different schedules.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: GPS

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 88 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.01
Service: 8.98
Location: 9.52
Room Quality: 6.47
Amenities: 7.5
Value for Money: 7.96
Food and Beverage: 6.51
Overall Experience: 8.48
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Rebecca solo_traveller us
8
Pros:

Good location, decent breakfast. It is not a big town so no issues getting around.

2026-02-13 via Nuitee
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Joel couple us
7
2025-12-09 via Nuitee
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Kenneth family_with_children nl
8
Super
Pros:

Wat een locatie, elke ochtend wakker worden met vogels, schildpadden, zeeleeuwen en leguanen bij het ontbijt.

Alle gelegenheden zitten naast de deur en wanneer je terug komt zetten ze de hottub voor je aan.

Elke dag werd de kamer netjes schoon gemaakt.

2025-11-09 via Nuitee
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Sachin family_with_children us
6
Santa Cruz Island amazing and must see, location is excellent that’s about it
Pros:

The location, staff was good and friendly

Cons:

Pool is very small not like photo, internet is horrible at this property maybe because to close to water or the company they use. The rooms are so small could not even unpack completely. My daughter n I lived out of our suitcases. The beds were so small feet were hanging off. The entire hotel needs a face lift top to bottom

2025-08-29 via Nuitee
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Fernando couple es
7
2025-08-14 via Nuitee
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Fernando couple es
7
2025-08-14 via Nuitee
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luis solo_traveller ec
7
Bonito pero demasiado sobre precio
Pros:

el jacuzzi y la piscina, todas las areas hacia la piscina son bonitas

Cons:

las amenidades son inexistentes, los jabones y shampos son de la peor calidad posible

2025-07-28 via Nuitee
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Justin couple us
9
Awesome views, minus the children, with a makeover could be five stars.
Pros:

Basically everything!

Cons:

Needs a redecoration and makeover/update desperately but that would make it a wayyyy more expensive hotel lol also kids in the hot tub didn’t seem like guests and were loud and our room was right over the pool. Make this an adult only hotel and it’s perfect for the Galapagos!

2025-07-20 via Nuitee
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Beate family_with_children de
5
Pros:

Das beste an dem Hotel ist die Lage bis auf die Tatsache, dass es abends sehr laut ist, wenn nebenan Musik gemacht wird. Alle Zimmer zeigen Richtung Meer.

Cons:

Das Hotel ist total alt und wird nicht gepflegt, die Zimmer alt, das Bad grausam. An der Rezeotion wird nie gegrüßt. Alles klebt, Türgriffe sind lose. Die Dusche ist winzig und es spritzt von oben in alle Richtungen. Haare werden also immer nass. Das Omelett morgens hat überhaupt nicht geschmeckt und war total flüssig. Leider darf kein Seehund mehr rein, da ist jetzt ein Tor an der Treppe zum Wasser.

2025-07-15 via Nuitee
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Veronica family with young children us
10
Exceptional
2025-06-29 via Nuitee
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Alicia young couple ca
9
Great location, amazing view of water and local animals. Staff is friendly and very willing to help you with what you ne
Pros:

The staff is very friendly, we were able to communicate in English and Spanish. We used the laundry service, $3 per pound, laundry was returned same day when dropped off in the morning. The breakfast was included and was a good basic breakfast - eggs, toast, fruit, yogurt and nuts. There is a nice lounge in addition to the breakfast area. We enjoyed wine from the hotel one night by the water (about $32 for the bottle). This is a great place to see wildlife - we saw sea lions by the pool, blue boobies while eating breakfast, pelicans and iguanas. We did not use the hot tub, you must book a timeslot but saw a few people using it. The shower pressure is good and partial ocean view room on 2nd floor had a great view of the ocean.

Cons:

Beds are firm. A few days the pool looked a bit cloudy, but then the next day it was much better.

2025-05-07 via Nuitee
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Paula young couple us
9
Superb
2025-04-24 via Nuitee
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Trisha young couple us
8
Very good
2025-03-14 via Nuitee
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Yacob family with young children il
8
Very good
Pros:

Location, service

Cons:

Poor breakfast

2025-02-19 via Nuitee
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VISHAL partner
10
Pros:

Great place to stay.

2025-02-16 via Nuitee
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Robert young couple us
8
Great location
Pros:

Location! Views, Firm Bed and hot shower

Cons:

Spa Tub jacuzzi did notvwork

2024-12-24 via Nuitee
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Clark young couple mx
7
Good
2024-11-06 via Nuitee
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Deborah solo traveller us
10
Beautiful stay in the center of everything!
Pros:

I ate 3 meals at the hotel all delicious. Every single employee at the hotel was wonderful however the front desk person went above and beyond when i could not figure out which port my Galapagos cruise left from. Thank you so very much i would definitely recommend and would love to return!!!

2024-09-16 via Nuitee
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S.k. family with young children lv
7
Good
2024-08-19 via Nuitee
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Diane family with young children us
10
Exceptional
Pros:

Beautiful property, great location, hotel staff was welcoming and knowledgeable. Rooms were clean and comfortable. Restaurant menu had a range of good options,.

2024-08-02 via Nuitee