"I love the location and the friendly staff. The buffet breakfast has a very good variety and loved the fresh cooked eggs. It's located right outside of our room so it feels like home. Will definitely stay there again."
"I love the location and the friendly staff. The buffet breakfast has a very good variety and loved the fresh cooked eggs. It's located right outside of our room so it feels like home. Will definitely stay there again."
"The staff was incredibly nice and helpful, particularly Max. The hotel was clean and I enjoyed the top deck balcony. It's in a great location across from the main pier with a handy mini mart next door. The hotel provides breakfast to go if you have a day trip and filtered water on premises for use which I thought was a great offer."
"The staff was incredibly nice and helpful, particularly Max. The hotel was clean and I enjoyed the top deck balcony. It's in a great location across from the main pier with a handy mini mart next door. The hotel provides breakfast to go if you have a day trip and filtered water on premises for use which I thought was a great offer."
"Staff: The hotel staff were very communicative with us from beginning to end. They arranged a taxi for us from the airport and let us leave our baggage there after check in before our ferry out! Staff were kind and the breakfast staff gave us great advice for where to go during our stay.
Breakfast: was great as well and vegetarian for me!
The location: It’s a few minutes walk out from the main strip but not far at all. We walked everywhere! To the restaurants, bars, Darwin station, and port"
"Staff: The hotel staff were very communicative with us from beginning to end. They arranged a taxi for us from the airport and let us leave our baggage there after check in before our ferry out! Staff were kind and the breakfast staff gave us great advice for where to go during our stay.
Breakfast: was great as well and vegetarian for me!
The location: It’s a few minutes walk out from the main strip but not far at all. We walked everywhere! To the restaurants, bars, Darwin station, and port"
"The room is nice and clean and has good air conditioning and hot water. Location is excellent. The only bad experience I had wasn’t with the hotel itself but with the agency they use for guest accommodations. I contacted them about airport transport and was told to message their agency SUP Tours. They tried to charge $35 for a $3 taxi ride. When I told them this was very expensive I was sent a long disrespectful reply telling me I shouldn’t visit the Galapagos if I don’t have the budget for it....
"The room is nice and clean and has good air conditioning and hot water. Location is excellent. The only bad experience I had wasn’t with the hotel itself but with the agency they use for guest accommodations. I contacted them about airport transport and was told to message their agency SUP Tours. They tried to charge $35 for a $3 taxi ride. When I told them this was very expensive I was sent a long disrespectful reply telling me I shouldn’t visit the Galapagos if I don’t have the budget for it....
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Really great service, rooms were perfect. Continental breakfast is a huge understatement. They are happy to please with eggs however you like, fresh juice of all types, fresh bread and fresh local fruit. All delicious!
Does have WiFi however do not expect much (very slow to unuseably slow) on the island in general. Also, be sure to ask for different pillows if you do not like the foam ones.
Laundry service is also very economical and convenient. Just ask and they'll have your clothes...
Really great service, rooms were perfect. Continental breakfast is a huge understatement. They are happy to please with eggs however you like, fresh juice of all types, fresh bread and fresh local fruit. All delicious!
Does have WiFi however do not expect much (very slow to unuseably slow) on the island in general. Also, be sure to ask for different pillows if you do not like the foam ones.
Laundry service is also very economical and convenient. Just ask and they'll have your clothes...
This place was amazing! Carlos is so friendly and genuinely invested in making sure his guests have the best stay they can have. He made sure everything was working no and ready for us and made sure we felt comfortable. Would highly recommend staying here for those doing the Galapagos on their own
This place was amazing! Carlos is so friendly and genuinely invested in making sure his guests have the best stay they can have. He made sure everything was working no and ready for us and made sure we felt comfortable. Would highly recommend staying here for those doing the Galapagos on their own
Excellent hotel with friendly staff, good breakfast included, and a clean, comfortable room. The WiFi did not reach my room, but I was OK with hanging out in a hammock near the pool and dining area to use it.
Excellent hotel with friendly staff, good breakfast included, and a clean, comfortable room. The WiFi did not reach my room, but I was OK with hanging out in a hammock near the pool and dining area to use it.
Rebecca
Reviewed October 14, 2026Reviewed October 14, 2026
What a great property! We explored the property every day and found tortoises everywhere. The food was good- especially the lunch we had preordered for our arrival. We are vegans and it was perfect.
The Manager, Shania, was really helpful and exceptional at her job. The rest of the staff was great as well.
Our only complaint was that we were in room 7 in the main building. We were above the kitchen and the noise at 6:15am was as if we were sleeping in the kitchen. Until that sound proof...
What a great property! We explored the property every day and found tortoises everywhere. The food was good- especially the lunch we had preordered for our arrival. We are vegans and it was perfect.
The Manager, Shania, was really helpful and exceptional at her job. The rest of the staff was great as well.
Our only complaint was that we were in room 7 in the main building. We were above the kitchen and the noise at 6:15am was as if we were sleeping in the kitchen. Until that sound proof...
A wonderful thing about the hotel is that it is operated by Metropolitan Tours. All or half day hiking and boat excursions led by a guide can be reserved at the desk. And, most importantly, you are guaranteed the best possible tour and experience. (We heard stories of land based operatives in town who overcharged, whose guides didn't speak English, who apcharged hidden fees, etc. No such problem with the Finch Bay Metropolitan Touring people! Moreover the guide picked you up from a...
A wonderful thing about the hotel is that it is operated by Metropolitan Tours. All or half day hiking and boat excursions led by a guide can be reserved at the desk. And, most importantly, you are guaranteed the best possible tour and experience. (We heard stories of land based operatives in town who overcharged, whose guides didn't speak English, who apcharged hidden fees, etc. No such problem with the Finch Bay Metropolitan Touring people! Moreover the guide picked you up from a...
Stayed 3 nights November 2017. A very comfortable hotel a short and enjoyable water taxi away from the main pier. Great views of the harbor and a small beach a short shaded walk away were among the highlights of this well maintained property. Plenty of crabs, iguanas and finches on the grounds and the semi-isolation of being away from the main drag was especially appreciated at night. Staff were very nice and helpful, and I highly recommend the Angermeyer for those visiting Santa Cruz.
Stayed 3 nights November 2017. A very comfortable hotel a short and enjoyable water taxi away from the main pier. Great views of the harbor and a small beach a short shaded walk away were among the highlights of this well maintained property. Plenty of crabs, iguanas and finches on the grounds and the semi-isolation of being away from the main drag was especially appreciated at night. Staff were very nice and helpful, and I highly recommend the Angermeyer for those visiting Santa Cruz.
Jonathan
Reviewed December 2, 2017Reviewed December 2, 2017
Royal Palms is an exceptional property that offers a unique experience immersed in nature. Guests can enjoy the tranquility and seclusion the location provides. The pool and jacuzzis are excellent, and the pleasant weather even at night makes the jacuzzis particularly enjoyable. It was a delightful experience to soak in the hot water during a drizzle, adding to the charm of the hotel, which is situated in the heart of the island.
While the hotel is relatively close to all major attractions,...
Royal Palms is an exceptional property that offers a unique experience immersed in nature. Guests can enjoy the tranquility and seclusion the location provides. The pool and jacuzzis are excellent, and the pleasant weather even at night makes the jacuzzis particularly enjoyable. It was a delightful experience to soak in the hot water during a drizzle, adding to the charm of the hotel, which is situated in the heart of the island.
While the hotel is relatively close to all major attractions,...
I liked being able to immediately walk out to swim with the sea lions.
I had to get used to asking for face clothes; something that is apparently not part of this culture.
The restaurant should label the items on the breakfast bar.
The staff was SUPER!!!
I liked being able to immediately walk out to swim with the sea lions.
I had to get used to asking for face clothes; something that is apparently not part of this culture.
The restaurant should label the items on the breakfast bar.
The staff was SUPER!!!
Diana was our receptionist and she provided excellent customer service. The breakfast was wonderful. The pool was clean. There was a power outage to service the islands generator but we prepared with lots of mojitos and dropped the AC temperature before the six hour black out. I would recommend this hotel to travelers.
Diana was our receptionist and she provided excellent customer service. The breakfast was wonderful. The pool was clean. There was a power outage to service the islands generator but we prepared with lots of mojitos and dropped the AC temperature before the six hour black out. I would recommend this hotel to travelers.
Stephen
Reviewed January 28, 2016Reviewed January 28, 2016
Wonderful little hotel -- affordable and conveniently located a few blocks from the village. Staff are friendly and helpful. Jonathon, in particular, was extremely helpful in getting us from the airport to the hotel and arranged some excellent days trips, including two surf boats that enabled us to reach some off-shore breaks. Would definitely return to Galapagos Dreams and highly recommend the hotel to others.
Wonderful little hotel -- affordable and conveniently located a few blocks from the village. Staff are friendly and helpful. Jonathon, in particular, was extremely helpful in getting us from the airport to the hotel and arranged some excellent days trips, including two surf boats that enabled us to reach some off-shore breaks. Would definitely return to Galapagos Dreams and highly recommend the hotel to others.
Wonderful hotel and great location! Very affordable compared to others on the island. My family loved the quiet beach and the staff were very helpful. I would highly recommend to anyone going to Isla Isabela.
Wonderful hotel and great location! Very affordable compared to others on the island. My family loved the quiet beach and the staff were very helpful. I would highly recommend to anyone going to Isla Isabela.
Cody
Reviewed September 28, 2026Reviewed September 28, 2026
We had such a great stay here. The staff and service was top notch. Our room was always kept clean and we had a beautiful ocean view. Breakfast was delicious and they even offer to go breakfast, in case you leave before breakfast hours. The location is ideal- steps away from all the restaurants, shops and beaches. I would love to stay here again!
We had such a great stay here. The staff and service was top notch. Our room was always kept clean and we had a beautiful ocean view. Breakfast was delicious and they even offer to go breakfast, in case you leave before breakfast hours. The location is ideal- steps away from all the restaurants, shops and beaches. I would love to stay here again!
Alexa
Reviewed February 14, 2023Reviewed February 14, 2023
The hotel was very beautiful and kept incredibly clean and tidy. The staff was more accommodating than anywhere I have ever stayed. They helped us plan out activities for each day and had a lot of great information about the island.
The hotel was very beautiful and kept incredibly clean and tidy. The staff was more accommodating than anywhere I have ever stayed. They helped us plan out activities for each day and had a lot of great information about the island.