Holiday Homes in Santa Cruz Island

"Staff was amazingly friendly, and the building style was so fun. Easy walk to shops and food by the water. Highly recommend!"

"Great staff and location. Breakfasts were great with pretty views. We also really enjoyed dinner the night we ate there. The rooms were very spacious. Would highly recommend."

"The owner/manager is super friendly and helpful. "

"The Royal Palm offers a truly immersive Galápagos experience—set inland on a stunning 100 acre property, far from the touristy feel of the ports. Recently under new ownership, the property is being refreshed: rooms are spacious and renovated, the pool has been redone, and quiet renovations are underway, including apparently a unique lava tunnel spa. Some exterior areas still need attention, but the overall feel is serene and authentic. Service is top-notch and boutique-level, with attentive, personalized touches throughout. A special thank you to Gustavo, the ever-present and gracious manager. The restaurant is excellent, with a warm team—Rita made us feel at home and remembered our names. Breakfasts are fresh, varied and awesome. Excursions can be organized by the hotel and work seamlessly. Duncan gave us a deep dive into the island’s geology and ecology, while Maritza kept our 8–14-year-olds fully engaged with her energy and knowledge. Boat tour days were a highlight—fantastic snorkeling, incredible island views, and a surprisingly gourmet chef onboard (kudos)! The boat crew was kind and professional. Guide quality, however, faltered which was disappointing. Overall, The Royal Palm is a peaceful, character-rich base for a Galápagos trip—elevated by excellent service, comfort, and nature. "

"Very nice boutique hotel tucked away from the main street. The staff are very friendly. "

"Captain Max B & B is great. Located in a quiet area but only a few blocks from the center of restaurants, shopping, and the pier. The amenities are great like all day coffee/tea bar, filtered water, a safe in the room, and a carafe of drinking water in your room. The place is spotlessly clean and the staff is helpful and friendly. My only regret was that I couldn’t stay longer. This place is good value for the price. It is a must stay place if you are in Puerto Ayora."

"The pool and hot tub areas were amazing!! Beautiful property!! Wonderful location. Great for families."

"I appreciated the friendly, helpful staff. Breakfast each morning was very filling, with eggs, toast, fruit, yogurt/granola, coffee/tea, and fresh juice. The property is conveniently located a few minutes walk from the center of town, and seemed quieter than the accommodations on Charles Darwin Ave. "

"Great location right on the water. Friendly staff, nice rooms, food was great! Would highly recommend! "