Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Tour desk
Facilities for disabled guests
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and comfortable accommodations
Friendly and informative staff
Cons:
High pillows
Low water pressure in the shower

Categories

Cleanliness
8.46
Clean and spacious rooms with daily cleaning.
Service
8.93
Friendly and helpful host provided excellent guidance.
Location
7.97
Quiet area about a 10-15 minute walk from the center.
Room Quality
8.42
Spacious rooms with comfortable beds.
Amenities
8.45
Clean kitchen with accessible drinking water and good breakfast.
Value for Money
8.41
Great price quality for the experience offered.
Food and Beverage
8.96
Lovely breakfast provided each morning, with variety.
Overall Experience
8.43
A delightful stay, highly recommended.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-25 02:29

Property Description

Convenient Location near Galapagos National Park

Comfortable Rooms with Garden Views

Relaxing Garden and Terrace Areas

Experience the beauty of Puerto Ayora at Hostal Arena Negra, just steps away from Galapagos National Park. Enjoy comfortable rooms with garden views, air conditioning, and a private bathroom. Unwind in the peaceful garden or terrace, and take advantage of the 24-hour tour desk and shared kitchen. With a prime location near local attractions like Charles Darwin Station and Playa de la Estación, Hostal Arena Negra is the perfect choice for your stay in the Galapagos. Book now to secure your unforgettable island getaway.

Important information:

Guests are required to contact the property in order to get further instructions and directions before arrival.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.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 09:30 AM

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children are not allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 27 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.46
Service: 8.93
Location: 7.97
Room Quality: 8.42
Amenities: 8.45
Value for Money: 8.41
Food and Beverage: 8.96
Overall Experience: 8.43
T
Taynara couple br
10
Pros:

Tudo limpinho, perto de tudo e o café da manhã muito gostoso

2026-03-01 via Nuitee
D
Daniel couple pl
8
2026-02-25 via Nuitee
J
Javiera couple cl
10
Hostal Arena Negra 100% recomendad
Pros:

Anfitrión muy amable y preocupado, habitación grande, el desayuno delicioso y la ubicación es muy buena porque está cerca del centro, caminando unos 10 min tranquilamente, pero lo suficientemente alejado para no sentir el ruido, está en un sector muy tranquilo

Cons:

No tenia secador de pelo

2026-02-12 via Nuitee
J
John extended_group ca
8
Pros:

Breakfast was good but I looked for a vegan option. Location was a little off the beaten track.

2026-01-31 via Nuitee
G
Giona couple ch
10
2026-01-23 via Nuitee
A
Andi couple au
8
Clean, quiet and comfortable
Pros:

The property was quiet, clean and comfortable. We were provided breakfast each morning which was lovely. The family who run the property are friendly and helpful.
The room was very spacious and the bed was comfortable. Our room was cleaned every day.
The kitchen was clean and there was always drinking water available.
The property is about a 10min walk out of the Main Street of the island, however this is why we chose it and liked it. It was an easy walk and there was no noise around.

2026-01-22 via Nuitee
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Stefano couple it
8
Pros:

Host molto gentile, struttura abbastanza vicina al centro e al molo, camera grande e pulita ogni giorno.

Cons:

Cuscini troppo alti, doccia con poca acqua

2026-01-12 via Nuitee
B
Bigbig7 couple do
8
2025-12-29 via Nuitee
H
Henrry couple ch
9
Todo muy bonito y gracias al propietario por sus consejos
Pros:

Magnifique

Cons:

Todo perfecto

2025-12-20 via Nuitee
K
Karina extended_group cl
10
Pros:

Lo mejor fue la amabilidad del anfitrión, don Jacinto, que nos entregó orientaciones y nos ayudó a conseguir los tour que queríamos contratar. La hostal era grande y cómoda, con un bello jardín que animaba el ambiente. La habitación era muy cómoda, el baño limpio y la terraza era amplia y perfecta para tomar la fresca de la tarde. La cocina también estaba a disposición, tenía café, té, agua embotellada, azúcar, etc. Fue muy bueno contar con desayuno incluido, que variaba todos los días y estaba muy rico. Incluso don Jacinto nos armó un lunchbox para un día que no alcanzamos a tomar desayuno. Lo recomiendo totalmente.

Cons:

La ubicación queda un poco a trasmano del centro del pueblo y del muelle, pero aun así son menos de 15 minutos caminando. Además, si el cansancio es mucho, se puede tomar un taxi por US$1 por persona.

2025-11-24 via Nuitee
M
malow4 couple fr
9
Très bon établissement
Pros:

Le gérant est super gentil.
Le petit déjeuner est très copieux.
L'emplacement idéal, proche du centre ville en étant au calme.

2025-11-14 via Nuitee
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Viviana Aparicio couple co
9
Recomendado precio/calidad 👍
Pros:

La habitación es espaciosa. El desayuno super rico! Esta a una distancia corta del Centro, que se camina facilmente. El sector donde esta ubicado es silencioso y tranquilo.

Cons:

Nada.

2025-08-18 via Nuitee
P
Paige young couple us
4
Disappointing
2024-04-29 via Nuitee
F
Fabiana young couple de
7
Good
2024-03-20 via Nuitee
D
Duncan young couple ca
9
Great place to stay with spacious room on more of a budget.
Pros:

Very clean and welcoming on arrival. Shared kitchen was well setup and stocked with spices and little things that you wouldn’t want to buy just to cook a meal or two. Location was a few blocks off Main Street but walk was nice and streets are well lit. AC worked great and rooms were very clean. Location felt very secure. Staff didn’t speak any English but accommodated any way they could.

2023-12-25 via Nuitee
S
Samantha young couple gb
8
Very good
2023-10-20 via Nuitee
O
Orit family with young children il
8
Very good
2023-08-26 via Nuitee
E
Esteban family with young children us
10
Exceptional
2023-08-11 via Nuitee
J
Julio young couple ec
10
Exceptional
Pros:

The Hostel was clean and the room quite comfortable. The host was kind and provided all information needed

Cons:

Everything was great

2023-08-09 via Nuitee
J
Julia young couple au
9
Just what you are looking for!
Pros:

Travelling Galapagos on a budget can be difficult but this accom was perfect. Huge room and so clean, with daily cleaning too! There are kitchen facilities that were well equipped and free filtered very cold water! The wifi was super fast and the location was quiet, a 10 min walk from the Main Street.

Cons:

Nothing!

2023-07-26 via Nuitee