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Galapagos Best Home Stay

Barrio Escalesia, Calle Piqueros, Puerto Ayora, Ecuador
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Muttenz, Switzerland
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55 reviews 55 reviews
52 hotel reviews
Reviews in 47 cities Reviews in 47 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

Everything here was just great and one has to specially mention Kevin, the lovely owner of the place! He helps you with everything and gives you very useful and informative hints. And on the day of your arrival he will even give you a free tour through town! Even after one year of travelling this was the first time for... More

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Portland, Oregon
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

Very clean and bright. Kevin was very accommodating. He carried our suitcases up the stairs for us and gave us a nice tour of town. It's a bit of a walk into town, but taxis are abundant and only cost a dollar to go anywhere in town. We had a nice little kitchen. If you don't speak Spanish, Kevin is... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

great hostel. the rooms are big and clean with aircon and drinking water. WiFi works ok for Galapagos. the owner Kevin is very helpful and gives a full tour of the town .quiet in the evenings . the only down side is the distance from the center - about 20 minute walk or 1$ taxi. its ok if you cook... More

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Bridgend, United Kingdom
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4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW via mobile

Had a great stay there . Kevin was very helpful gave a full tour of the town . Nice and quiet in the evenings . Clean rooms excellent value for money , ideal location for the town and beachs.close to the Darwin centre .would stay there again

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Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013

Kevin was absolutely fantastic--answering all of my questions, giving me suggestions as to where to go, providing great directions as to how to find the place, etc. It is really a wonderful place to stay. As everyone else has mentioned, it is about a 15 minute walk from "town", but a very easy walk. I would definitely stay here again... More

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Toronto
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

I stayed two times at this hostal. The first time was an one night stop over when I took speedy boat from San Cristobal to Isabela via Santa Cruz. The second time was a four nights stay after back from Isabela. The hostal locates at NE edge of the town. Since Puerto Ayora is a smal harbour, only takes you... More

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Kansas City, Missouri
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

My friend and I are from the United States and don't speak much Spanish, so we were really relieved to find that Kevin did. He was also really prompt and detailed in answering all of our worried emails. The place itself is air-conditioned (each room has its own control), spacious, and Kevin offers free water at all times. There is... More

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Victoria, British Columbia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

Kevin emailed us the best detailed instructions we've ever received about how to get to the homestay/hostel--what to do, how to do it, and how much it costs upon our arrival at Baltra airport. We took the bus option to the "last bus stop" in downtown, and then the $1 taxi ride--it was easy, and we don't speak Spanish. Ana... More

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Louisville, Colorado
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36 hotel reviews
Reviews in 35 cities Reviews in 35 cities
62 helpful votes 62 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

The room is fine, clean, a bit dark as for the privacy one needs to keep the curtains closed. Nice touch of the drinking water provided in the room, adcantage of having a fridge, stove so one can prepare meals. Kevin provides a wifi, but is was slow to the point of unusability. The disappointment was the lack of information... More

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Flatts Village, Bermuda
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

Knowledge is power and Kevin began by emailing me detailed information about what to do and how to do it upon my arrival at Baltra airport. I chose to take a taxi and bargained for a $15 ride. Kevin welcomed me as I got out of the taxi and checked me in straight away. I got a great room, clean,... More

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Also Known As:
Galapagos Best Home Stay Galapagos Islands/Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz
Address: Barrio Escalesia, Calle Piqueros, Puerto Ayora, Ecuador
Region: Ecuador > Galapagos Islands > Santa Cruz > Puerto Ayora
Amenities:
Free High-Speed Internet Kitchenette Suites Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
Ranked #4 of 23 B&Bs / Inns in Puerto Ayora
Price Range: $
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
ALL OF OUR ROOMS HAVE AIR CONDITIONING AND YOU WILL BE GLAD THAT WE DO! The Galapagos Best Home Stay is located in Puerto Ayora on Santa Cruz Island Galapagos. Which is one of the main hubs to explore the Galapagos. We are proud to offer affordable prices unmatched by other hotels in the Galapagos Islands. With all new Modern accommodations that have Kitchenettes You will wake up refreshed and ready to go out and explore. ... more   less 
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