El Descanso del Guia

Hotels
8.7 (167 reviews)
Barrio El Mirador, Cerca al Termina Terrestre , Puerto Ayora , ec

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Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Friendly staff
Clean rooms
Good breakfast
Cons:
Location is distant from central attractions
Pool temperature was too cold

Categories

Cleanliness
8.69
The rooms were reported as clean and spotless with nice bathrooms.
Service
9.16
Staff was consistently described as helpful, friendly, and accommodating.
Location
8.2
The hotel is located a distance from the center, with limited nearby options.
Room Quality
8.65
Rooms are spacious, comfortable, and well-maintained.
Amenities
8.68
Amenities include a pool and gym, although some guests found the pool temperature uncomfortable.
Value for Money
8.84
Guests felt the service and quality were worth the price paid.
Food and Beverage
8.69
Breakfast was generally praised for variety and quality.
Overall Experience
8.66
Overall, guests had a pleasant and enjoyable stay despite minor inconveniences.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 00:11

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
El Descanso del Guia, nestled in Puerto Ayora just 0.9 km from malecon, offers air-conditioned rooms and a refreshing outdoor swimming pool. Each room boasts a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries.

Convenient Amenities
Guests can indulge in an American breakfast and take advantage of the fitness centre. For recreation, there is a table tennis area. The property also provides airport transfers and bicycle rentals for exploring nearby attractions like El Garrapatero Beach.

Relaxing Retreat
Escape to El Descanso del Guia for a tranquil stay with top-notch services and modern facilities. Book now for a memorable experience in Puerto Ayora.

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children ages 1 and older are allowed.
    Children from 1 year old to 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 6 years old to 12 years old stay for US$25 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 167 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.69
Service: 9.16
Location: 8.2
Room Quality: 8.65
Amenities: 8.68
Value for Money: 8.84
Food and Beverage: 8.69
Overall Experience: 8.66
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Santi • couple • es
8
bien
Pros:

el precio

Cons:

la cama y el mobiliario. el gim podría tener algo más

2026-02-28 • via Nuitee
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Peter • family_with_children • nl
10
Nice hotel, excellent service
Pros:

Very nice hotel, excellent breakfast, good service

2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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Bravo • solo_traveller • ec
10
2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Mateusz • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Great location - a bit further away from town but nice and quiet.
Bright and clean room
Tasty breakfast every morning
Nice and clean swimming pool
Very helpful and friendly staff

Cons:

Nothing

2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • family_with_children • ar
10
Pros:

Excelente atención! Amabilidad y cordialidad en la atención de todo el personal. Los chicos de la recepción muy amables para todo lo que necesitamos y los jóvenes que atienden el desayuno lo hacen delicioso!
Muy conforme con todo

2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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moreno • family_with_children • ar
10
Muy bueno
Pros:

Tal como lo indica su nombre ,llegas al hotel y encontrás un lugar para descansar.El personal muy atento a cualquier inquietud.Muy amables!

Cons:

Quizá que siempre exista una opción fija de desayuno,sin poder optar por otra el día que no nos gustaba.

2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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Alberto • couple • us
8
Pros:

Nice place but too far from the center. Need taxi but it is cheap only $2

2026-01-24 • via Nuitee
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darko • couple • us
10
Best hotel in Santa Cruz!
Pros:

Best hotel in Galapagos with amazing people who work there, thank you, muchas gracias por todo🫶🏾

2026-01-21 • via Nuitee
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Ruben Dario • family_with_children • ec
8
2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Barbara • family_with_children • ec
6
Overall our stay was ok . I hope the owners will do some changes…
Pros:

The stuff is nice and helpful.
The beds very comfortable and clean

Cons:

The breakfast is poor and monotonous
The bathroom faucet is timed by pressing….

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Edwin • solo_traveller • nl
10
Pros:

The service and the installations

Cons:

Change a bit the breakfast

2026-01-03 • via Nuitee
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Juan Carlos • family_with_children • es
9
2026-01-01 • via Nuitee
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Armando • family_with_children • ec
10
Tranquilidad
Pros:

La atención

Cons:

Todo estuvo bien

2025-12-29 • via Nuitee
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Alejandro • family_with_children • es
6
Pros:

La gente del hotel muy simpática

Cons:

El área de la piscina no invitaba del todo a quedarse ahí. El hotel está alejado del puerto.

2025-12-29 • via Nuitee
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René • family_with_children • de
10
2025-12-25 • via Nuitee
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Rachel • family_with_children • us
10
Excellent stay!
Pros:

Room was clean, quiet, and big. Bathroom was nice, warm shower. Oscar was amazing, he was available for what we needed, and breakfast was very good.

Cons:

Kind of in a less developed area but we still felt safe and welcomed the entire time! Not a bad walk to the water.

2025-12-11 • via Nuitee
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Luz • extended_group • co
8
Muy agradable
Pros:

La habitación amplia, limpia ,cómoda , con buen baño; buen desayuno un personal muy amable

Cons:

Es buen hotel, pero ubicado en un barrio sencillo , no está en el centro pero transporte es bueno y muy barato …en 5 minutos estás en el centro por 2 dólares

2025-12-10 • via Nuitee
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Fabio Rafael • family_with_children • es
10
Pros:

Las habitaciones/ la atención/ el desayuno/ la limpieza

Cons:

La ubicación es regular

2025-11-17 • via Nuitee
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Mara • couple • us
10
I recommend this hotel deeply
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2025-11-17 • via Nuitee
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Flores • couple • ec
8
2025-11-06 • via Nuitee