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8.4

42 reviews

The Island Home

The Island Home

Barrio Scalecia Ignacio Hernandez s/n y Marchena, Puerto Ayora, 200350, Ecuador

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Free wifi

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Air conditioning

Sun deck

Tour desk

Private entrance

Terrace

24-hour front desk

The Island Home

Welcome to The Island Home, your cozy getaway in the heart of Puerto Ayora, Ecuador! Nestled just half a kilometer from the city center, you’ll enjoy the perfect blend of tranquility and accessibility. Whether you're just passing through or planning to explore the stunning Galapagos Islands, you’ll find an inviting atmosphere and delightful amenities waiting for you. With prices starting from an unbeatable rate, you can experience island life without breaking the bank.

Imagine waking up each morning to the salty sea breeze and enjoying a complimentary breakfast that fuels your adventures. Your vacations will get a sprinkle of fun as you can indulge in snorkeling (at extra cost) or binge-watch your favorite series using the free Wi-Fi and streaming services like Netflix. After a long day of exploration, retreat to your air-conditioned room with a private entrance and unwind on the sun deck or terrace. With 24-hour front desk service and a knowledgeable tour desk, you're in good hands as you prepare for your daily escapades.

With 42 enthusiastic reviews, guests have loved their welcoming experience at The Island Home. This charming spot offers a mix of practicality and relaxation, making it the ideal launching point to discover the breathtaking beauty of the Galapagos. Come for the adventure, and stay for the comfort!

Prepare to be enchanted by the vibrant island life at The Island Home! When you don't feel like heading out to the shimmering beaches or exploring the bustling markets, you can bask in the hotel's inviting ambiance. Take a stroll through the beautifully landscaped garden or lounge on the sun deck with a cool drink in hand, catching up on your holiday reads or simply soaking up the tropical sun. The shared spaces are perfect for striking up conversations with fellow travelers or planning your next adventure with the locals—a chance to dive even deeper into the unique culture of the Galapagos.

Speaking of adventures, your stay at The Island Home opens the door to a plethora of excursions that will get your adrenaline pumping. From hiking volcanic landscapes to observing vivid wildlife both on land and under the waves, there's no shortage of experiences to immerse yourself in. Let the knowledgeable tour desk assist you in crafting the perfect itinerary that ticks off all your bucket-list items. Plus, take comfort in knowing that after a busy day of exploration, a welcoming haven awaits your return, complete with cool air conditioning and all the comforts you could wish for!

When it's time to settle the bill, you’ll find convenience at your fingertips with various payment options available! Whether you prefer to use cash or swipe your preferred card—be it Visa, Mastercard, or Diners Club—The Island Home makes it easy to feel secure during your travels. So pack your bags and get ready for a delightful stay where adventure and relaxation harmoniously intertwine at The Island Home, your gateway to the captivating Galapagos Islands!

Closest airports

Seymour Airport

19.8mi

San Cristóbal Airport

49.6mi

Most popular amenities

Free wifi

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Air conditioning

Sun deck

Tour desk

Private entrance

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Patio

Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

Free toiletries

Rooms

King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home
King Room - single occupancy in The Island Home

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Standard, King Size, Single Use

1 King Size Bed

225 sqft

City view

Private Bathroom

Private entrance

Minibar

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Twin Room in The Island Home
Twin Room in The Island Home
Twin Room in The Island Home
Twin Room in The Island Home
Twin Room in The Island Home
Twin Room in The Island Home
Twin Room in The Island Home
Twin Room in The Island Home
Twin Room in The Island Home
Twin Room in The Island Home
Twin Room in The Island Home
Twin Room in The Island Home
Twin Room in The Island Home
Twin Room in The Island Home
Twin Room in The Island Home
Twin Room in The Island Home
Twin Room in The Island Home
Twin Room in The Island Home
Twin Room in The Island Home
Twin Room in The Island Home
Twin Room in The Island Home
Twin Room in The Island Home
Twin Room in The Island Home
Twin Room in The Island Home
Twin Room in The Island Home
Twin Room in The Island Home
Twin Room in The Island Home
Twin Room in The Island Home
Twin Room in The Island Home
Twin Room in The Island Home
Twin Room in The Island Home
Twin Room in The Island Home
Twin Room in The Island Home

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Standard, 2 Double Beds

2 Double Beds

225 sqft

City view

Private Bathroom

Private entrance

Minibar

x3

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Standard, Double/Twin, City View

1 Twin Bed

1 Double Bed

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Standard, Double

1 Double Bed

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Standard, King Size, City View

1 King Size Bed

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Superior, King Size

1 King Size Bed

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Standard, Double/Twin

1 Twin Bed

1 Double Bed

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Standard, Double, City View

1 Double Bed

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Room Selected at Check in

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Guest reviews

8.4

42 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

Breakfast

Featured reviews:

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Maria

10

August 2023

A perfect place to stay in Puerto Ayora. Friendly and really helpful staff, nice room with TV, air conditioner, good new matress and pillows. Change of towels every day. Great breakfast. A bit far from the city center (10-15 minutes walking) but for that a really calm and safe street and nice local restaurants next to the hotel. Taxis come every 10-15 minutes even early in the morning, so you can easily come to the city center if you don't want to walk (a taxi ride costs 1,5 dollars). I enjoyed my stay in the Island Home.

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Zhonglin

9.1

January 2024

The host is very reliable. Before arriving, I asked him many questions about itinerary planning, airport shuttle and etc. He answered one by one to the end once checking in. The breakfast is very good and he also asked taxi driver to come through on time and ensure we catch the plane. The rooftop dining area is very comfortable and lovely. We took several pictures there.

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Balazs

8.2

April 2023

The host was extremely helpful (i.e. early breakfast when you have early tour, helping with the local guides, Galapagos knowledge, laundry, etc). They cleaned the room everyday and changed the towels several times. The air-conditioning is very good and we needed it (air exchange rate is low). The breakfast is good.

Toilet brush is missing. The wifi wasn't strong in our room.

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Smh-wlgtn

8.2

July 2023

They were very helpful in organizing the tours and costs less compared to booking online through Viator etc .

Nothing too big, all good. Was supposed to do an airport pickup but no one was there on arrival but getting there on the tiny island isn't hard at all! There was no power or water one morning and no idea what had happened but on return everything was fine.

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Nirosha

8.2

April 2023

Friendly, helpful and responsive staff; nice continental breakfast (with gluten free option on request); easy to locate by the alternative name ‘Ideas Graficas’; large bed with fridge; hot shower; good wifi

Location is further from port but it’s a cheap taxi (1.5 USD one way) to get there and property will help you to arrange. Room had a slightly damp smell but no issues.

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Lee

9.1

August 2023

Amazing shower, great AC, working tv with many channels, clean sheets, good hosts with a good basic breakfast and available to be contacted via WhatsApp when needed.

I little walk away from the main area but that was clear in the description. It’s only about a 10 minute walk from the beach front/Barbour or a 3 min taxi ride.

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Rostyslav

10

May 2024

Family approach: felt like a guest in an Ecuadorian Galapagueño family. Awesome service, immediate reaction to questions and eagerness to help. Recommend for families and individual travellers.

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Samuel

9.1

August 2023

The place was great. We like everything about it with the exception of a so-so shower.

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Lisa

6.4

August 2023

Good AC, great hot water and wifi was sufficient. Hosts were very responsive on WhatApp. There was no water one morning and they pretty promptly delivered a bottle of water in the meantime. There were no other problems with water at any other time. Not too noisy and away from the main strip which made it feel more authentic. It had a nice enclosed outdoor eating area on the top floor. The area felt safe. They took the effort to make swans out of the towels which made it feel like there was attention to detail. There was a large full-length mirror which was super helpful when getting ready to keep the bathroom free for showering. There was tour information in the same building & a water jug to refill your water bottles.

Our priorities were to have a basic, secure, clean room with a tiny bit of extra space and basic amenities. We needed one double bed but paid a little extra to have an "extra large" double bed and a double bed so we could keep our luggage off the floor. At check-in we were assigned a room with only one double bed and asked to wait until the next day for the room we paid for. The next day we moved across the hall. The new room only had two twin beds. They asked us to wait another day for the room we paid for (our availability to move didn't line up with their services) at which point my husband decided he didn't want to move again so we pushed the beds together and kept the room we had. Not the end of the world but a bit of a nuisance and not what we paid for. In either case the cleanliness of the bath/shower and some linens was questionable. Bedding and towels may have just been on the older side, which is fine, but had some small staining. The shower didn't look or feel super clean. Inconsequential to us, but there was a mini-fridge but no microwave in the room. Perhaps up in the kitchen area? Also inconsequential to us, there were pretty much no toiletries so if you're counting on that being provided you might want to plan otherwise. One concern is that at check-in you're asked to enter into the guest book your name, email address, and passport number for each guest. I didn't realize that it would remain on the unmanned desk, open for anyone to peruse at any time. Some people actually had their signatures on display. I wish I had declined that but thought it was something they'd keep secure and away from public view. Not specific to this property but roosters start crowing at about 4 or 5 am which is nothing anyone can, or should, do anything about---it's part of the experience, but some advice would be to bring earplugs if you're a light sleeper like my husband lol.

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Erez

6.4

June 2022

Staff was really nice and helpful!

Bugs in the bathroom, location is really far from town

Points of Interest Around The Island Home

Attractions

Charles Darwin Research Station (CDRS)

0.7mi

Tortuga Bay

2.6mi

El Chato Tortoise Reserve (Reserva El Chato)

9.4mi

North Seymour Island (Isla Seymour Norte)

23.4mi

Amenities of The Island Home

Free wifi

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Air conditioning

Sun deck

Tour desk

Private entrance

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Patio

Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

Free toiletries

Stay rules - The Island Home

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

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$300

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