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Galeodan Penthouse - Spectacular Sunsets on the Bay - Ideal for Honeymooners

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Property grounds
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Miscellaneous
Exterior
Living area
Perched in the heart of San Cristobal, The Galeodan Penthouse offers a serene retreat. With windows on all sides, wake up to sunrise views and unwind with spectacular sunsets from your private patio or king-size bed. Enjoy cooking basics for a healthy breakfast in the fully equipped kitchenette and relax on spacious loungers.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

Sleeps 398 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
  • Sea view

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Galeodan Penthouse - Spectacular Sunsets on the Bay - Ideal for Honeymooners

The Galeodan Penthouse is the premier studio apartment of the Casa de Huespedes: Jardin de Helena (Helena's Garden). It occupies the entire 3rd floor of the main building over the Galeodan agency office and the owner's home. With windows on all sides, it overlooks the town, the port and the ocean. At day-break, you can watch the sun rise over the hills of San Cristobal and in the evening, you can enjoy the spectacular sunsets from your king-size bed or from your private patio as you dine on the catch-of-the-day which you have just prepared in the fully equipped kitchenette.

The 3 piece bathroom and fully equipped kitchen have gas-heated water. We provide all the cooking basics including pots, pans, salt, pepper and oil plus unlimited drinking water, coffee, tea, milk, sugar, cereal, fruit eggs and bread for a healthy in-home breakfast.

You can lie back on the spacious patio in or out of the sun in a hammock or on loungers.

For more about the Galapagos Islands, San Cristobal and the Penthouse Suite (how to get here, how to get around etc.) please visit our websites.

Property manager

Sean and Maria Elena Keegan

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Boat
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycle parking
  • Composting
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Property located in a resort
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Unit size: 1,050 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Galeodan Penthouse Spectacular Sunsets Bay Perfect Honeymooners

About the area

Located in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, this apartment is by the ocean. Monument to Charles Darwin is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Galápagos National Park and Playa de Oro. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Map
San Cristobal, Galapagos

What's nearby

  • Playa de Oro - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mann Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Malecón San Cristobal - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Galapagos Interpretation Center - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Punta Carola Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • San Cristobal (SCY) - 2 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Midori Sushi Pub - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Umami - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Delicias - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ranti - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Nativo - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Galeodan Penthouse - Spectacular Sunsets on the Bay - Ideal for Honeymooners pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Galeodan Penthouse - Spectacular Sunsets on the Bay - Ideal for Honeymooners?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Galeodan Penthouse - Spectacular Sunsets on the Bay - Ideal for Honeymooners?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Galeodan Penthouse - Spectacular Sunsets on the Bay - Ideal for Honeymooners located?

Situated by the ocean, this apartment building is steps away from Galápagos National Park and Playa de Oro. Mann Beach and Malecón San Cristobal are also within 5 minutes.

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Galeodan Penthouse - Spectacular Sunsets on the Bay - Ideal for Honeymooners Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice space with outdoor space as well. I just wish we had more time at the property to enjoy it. Excellent communication and help from the host.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

Excellent stay, great hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Jacky S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice location at San Cristobal

The location is perfectly situated near the city and Playa Mann beach as well as the interpretation Center. Check Inn and communication with Leonardo was very good and helpful, also for refilling what is needed. While booking the Suite it’s written breakfast is included, that’s not clear enough, it’s not really a full breakfast, only basics like eggs, bread rolls, jam, butter, oil, pepper, salt, some fruits, some granola, coffee, but you have to ask for refills almost every day and prepare by yourself. Cooking real meals is almost not possible, only few cooking utensils available.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sang Yong

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice place and communication with host
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great views from the penthouse suite. Very nice patio and large room overall. Very convenient location to town and beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jo-Lynn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

San Cristobal

Great place, great hosts. Very helpful in providing great information so we could chose the best things to do.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brent G., Guayaquil, Ecuador

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Galapagos

We enjoyed our stay, property was as described. Nice and quiet with wonderful views. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Galápagos

Beautiful view , very convenient to town , Sean helped with cabs and any questions , wished we had more relaxing time to soak in the view as we went on tours every day … maybe next trip ..air conditioning was terrific when returning from a hot day !!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

marie H.

wounderfull

This place is the best veiw in the town. Sean is very helpfull and kind. Bed was perfect, would stay here again for sure. Hope to come back on day with our kids and enjoy more of the warmth from this home. Can not beat the vaule of this home.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2016

10/10 Excellent

Erica J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

San Cristobal paradise

A beautifully appointed large penthouse suite and stunning sunset views, lots of windows and a private deck with a hammock and lounge chairs. Sean and Maria Elena are perfect hosts - they picked us up at the airport, supplied the kitchenette with delicious fresh bread/butter/jam daily, locally sourced coffee and ample filtered water. Sean arranged water and taxi tours with trustworthy sources and gave accurate restaurant reviews. His home-made map of the area was invaluable. We are grateful! Thank you for an amazing time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Emily R., Greensboro NC

Best place to stay for Independent Touring!

We absolutely loved our stay at "The Penthouse". Sean was the perfect host for us with his English and knowledge of the island. He picked us up at the airport, called taxis for us when we needed one (use the ones he calls for reliability if making a day trip or any trip out of town), and arranged 3 boat trips for us. He knows the reliable tour operators. The penthouse is gorgeous, immaculate and private. Plenty of clean water is supplied everyday as well. Great for a couple or someone with one child. The porch with chairs and a hammock are perfect for drinking coffee and wine while watch stunning sunsets. Hairdryer, coffee maker, basics like soap and shampoo and even beach towels are provided. The location is ideal as well. 15 min. gorgeous walk to the best snorkeling we found on the island at Cerro Tijeratas. Easy walk to town (maybe a mile at most) for restaurants, stores, bank and laundry services. We stayed 10 days on San Cristobal and did not visit any other islands as we found plenty to do there. Do not miss Punta Pitt! It can be a bit noisy there occasionally with some nearby construction and a school across the street, but it never bothered us and we loved the sounds of the children from the school. Don't let the incomplete construction around the island throw you. It is part of the charm. Truly a magical place. One final word--the penthouse entrance is up 3 flights of stairs. Again, not a problem for us, but you do need to be decent shape even to try this trip.

8/10 Good

Daniel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Galeodan Penthouse

Nice Penthouse with very friendly host and great harbour view.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

M K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

The oenthouse is great, close enough to walk to town and lots of bars/restarants nearby. Sean was incredibly helpful, answering questions, letting us store bags, arrangimg transport. I would stay again for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

krystyna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Sean was an excellent host. He communicated with us regularly before our stay answering questions about the island. When we had major trouble with an independent tour operator he helped us find a new operator in no time, just excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bob H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful spot and amazing view!

My gf and I stayed 4 nights here in the Galapagos and it was absolutely fantastic. The view is actually as incredible as the photos show. The place was clean, the bed was big and comfortable, the little kitchen has what you need and nothing you don't and the balcony was so great to hang out on boasting a front row seat to the sun setting over the ocean. Everything in the apartment was functional and worked as it should. The host Sean has lived there over a decade and is great for recommendations on restaurants, tours, activities etc... and even arranged taxis and boat tours and Covid testing for us. He even kept us stocked with fresh bread from the local bakery, coffee, drinking water and fruit. In a world rampant with over promising and under delivering this was a very refreshing experience of the opposite. Can't recommend this place enough!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Monica Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great base for a land tour

The penthouse was a spacious and comfortable place with an excellent view of the bay and a short walk to town. In the other direction are beaches, snorkeling and well maintained trails. While we ate out for most meals except breakfast, the kitchen is small and a bit sparse with utensils but the place allowed us a lot of freedom to be away from crowds and enjoy the warm weather. The owner, Sean was very responsive and kept our water pitchers filled and trash emptied and have us tips on what to do and see.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very accommodating and extremely nice people. Met us at the airport upon arrival. Ha e us a verbal breakdown of places to visit on out limited time in San Cristobal .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Eric T.

Amazing!

Our visit to San Cristobal island could not have been more perfect, thanks in large part to Sean and his family. We were greeted upon arrival and enjoyed our daily visits with Sean (either near the suite or seeing him around town). Since we were only in town for a few days and did not really speak Spanish, Sean was a great help in suggesting both local excursions and daily activities on the island. Additionally, he took care to provide us with fresh bread and other necessary items to help make our stay that much more enjoyable. Further, we appreciated his recommendations for local restaurants. In addition to having a friendly host, we were in close proximity to everything. We could walk to the beach or into town for Happy Hour in less than 5 minutes. The visit to Galeodan was perfect and we are already looking forward to our return trip!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mihaela C.

Excellent

Excellent location, 5 minutes walk from the downtown, quiet, unobstructed 360 degrees view of the ocean and island, large space and very nicely organized. I recommend it 100% for a couple or family with 1-2 kids. It would be difficult to find something better in San Cristobal.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

Best Choice Possible for a Novice Traveler

My 16 year old and I planned a trip to Ecuador to visit family outside of Quito. Since we were so close to Galapagos, we had to at least make a visit. I could only allot 3 of our 14 travel days to the islands. Island hopping/cruising wasn't an option due to budget/time constraints. Also, we speak no spanish other than "mustaza" (mustard) and "ojo" (ice). So, i needed a place to use as a home base with someone who spoke English that I could ask questions and get guidance. We knew no one on this island, and we aren't well-traveled. I booked this cold from VRBO using Paypal to pay for the rental. I could not have asked for a better resource than Sean. He booked two tours for us (Highlands and Kicker Rock) picked us up at the airport, and called a taxi for us when we left. He was very unobtrusive but totally approachable and helpful in any way. And, the place! The view alone would have been enough reason to stay there, but the location is awesome. You could walk easily to several attractions...our favorite was Darwin Cove where you could snorkel yourself into exhaustion. We saw tons of cool stuff there including 3 sea turtles. Playa Mann and the Interpretation Center are 200 meters away. Also, we walked to the malecon (boardwalk) every night for dinner and it was easy and scenic. IN fact, we easily walked everywhere we wanted to go except for the two tours. Totally safe...I let my daughter go to Playa Mann and the malecon by herself without worries. Loft is neat as a pin, and you can get a fabulous cross breeze from the screened doors and windows if you want to give the a/c a break. It wasn't 5 star by American standards, but it was perfect for us to make the most of the time we had and enjoy the beautiful water and wildlife offered there. It was a trip of a lifetime, and we could not have enjoyed it as much without Sean's help. Worth every dollar!! Many thanks from the Mississippi Delta!