The Island Home

Adults-only hotel in Puerto Ayora with free parking

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Dates

September 2025

October 2025

The Island Home, near Charles Darwin Research Station, offers a tranquil escape with a charming terrace. Guests can explore the area on bicycles, enjoy in-room WiFi, and use convenient dry cleaning and laundry services during their stay.

Popular amenities

Room service
24/7 front desk
Parking included
Laundry
Housekeeping
Air conditioning

5 Oct - 6 Oct

Room options

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Tonight

Sept 22 - Sept 23

Tomorrow

Sept 23 - Sept 24

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 4 of 4 rooms

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Blackout curtains

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Minibar

Cable channels

Wardrobe

20 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Blackout curtains

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Minibar

Cable channels

Wardrobe

20 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Twin Room Standard

23 sq m
Sleeps 2

Double Room Standard

16 sq m
Sleeps 3

About the area

Located in Puerto Ayora, The Island Home is in the city centre and on a lake. While the natural beauty of Galápagos National Park and Tortuga Bay Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Las Grietas. Charles Darwin Research Station and Malecon are two other places to visit that come recommended. Snorkelling offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours, mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby.

Visit our Puerto Ayora travel guide

Ignacio Hernandez, Marchena, Puerto Ayora, Islas Galápagos, 200350

What's nearby

Fishing Piers - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Charles Darwin Research Station - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
Malecon - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Las Grietas - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Las Ninfas Lagoon - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

‪Islander Coffee Roasters - ‬7 min walk
‪Santa Cruz Brewery - ‬15 min walk
‪1835 Coffee Lab - ‬10 min walk
‪Limón Café Bar - ‬16 min walk
‪Isla Grill - ‬13 min walk

About this property

The Island Home

Hotel near Galápagos National Park

Located close to Charles Darwin Research Station and Malecon, The Island Home provides a terrace and dry cleaning/laundry services. Active travellers can enjoy cycling at this hotel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

You'll also enjoy perks such as:

Free self-parking
Bike hire, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and express check-out
A computer station, concierge services and luggage storage

Room features

All guest rooms at The Island Home offer thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.

Extra amenities include:

Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
Wardrobes/cupboards, daily housekeeping and desks

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

24-hour return airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Onsite parking available only on request
Free self parking on site

Things to do

Bicycle rentals

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk

Guest services

Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Porter/bellhop
Proposal/romance packages
Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

Computer station

Outdoors

Beach towels
On the bay
On the boardwalk/promenade
Terrace

Accessibility

No lift
Tile flooring in room

Mosquito nets
Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided

Entertainment

32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

Minibar
Room service

Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Desk
Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:30 AM; check-in end time: midnight

Early check-in subject to availability

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out

Late check-out subject to availability

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

The property charges 10 per cent for credit card payments

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

Ecuador value-added tax (15%). Non-resident travellers who present a valid passport and tourist visa may be exempt from value-added tax (15%).

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

Airport shuttle fee: USD 24 per room
Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 10 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation

Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash

Cashless transactions are available

Long-term renters welcome

Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property

Alcohol is not served or permitted at this property

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Island Home pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Island Home?

As of 22 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Island Home on 5 Oct 2025 start from NZ$63.04, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Island Home?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Island Home?

Check-in start time: 11:30 AM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Island Home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Does The Island Home provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 24 per room applies.

Where is The Island Home located?

Located in the heart of Puerto Ayora, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Galápagos National Park, Charles Darwin Research Station and Las Grietas. Malecon and Playa de los Alemanes are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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About the area

What's nearby

Getting around

Restaurants

About this property

The Island Home

Property amenities

Internet

Parking and transport

Things to do

Conveniences

Guest services

Business services

Outdoors

Accessibility

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Room amenities

Bedroom

Bathroom

Entertainment

Food and drink

More

Policies

Check-in

Check-out

Special check-in instructions

Access methods

Pets

Children and extra beds

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Optional extras

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