Blu Galapagos Sustainable Waterfront Lodge
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Blu Galapagos Sustainable Waterfront Lodge
No.1 of Scenic Hotels in Galapagos
Ave Charles Darwin, Puerto Ayora, Galapagos 200350, Ecuador
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When you stay at Blu Galapagos Sustainable Waterfront Lodge in Puerto Ayora, you'll be on the waterfront, just steps from Galápagos National Park and 7 minutes by foot from Charles Darwin Research Station. This hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Malecon and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Las Grietas.Show More
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Highlights
Free parking
Lots to do
Airport drop-off availableAmenities
Diving
Snorkeling
Surfing
Hiking
Massage Room
Public ParkingFree
Bar
Restaurant
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Property Description
When you stay at Blu Galapagos Sustainable Waterfront Lodge in Puerto Ayora, you'll be on the waterfront, just steps from Galápagos National Park and 7 minutes by foot from Charles Darwin Research Station. This hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Malecon and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Las Grietas.
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4.2/5
Very GoodIt's right on the beach, very convenient to go anywhere, and the room is very unique
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Surroundings
Landmarks: Jardin Ceramica
(<100m)
Landmarks: Rancho Primicias
(180m)
Landmarks: Santa Cruz Fish Market
(280m)
Landmarks: El Edén Park
(290m)
Landmarks: Maprae
(320m)
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Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies
14
Junior Suite
1 Queen bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
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10
Standard Room
1 Queen bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
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23
Deluxe Suite With Balcony And Ocean View
Bedroom 1:1 Queen bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
TV
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6
Superior Suite With Balcony And Ocean View
Bedroom 1:1 Queen bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
TV
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15
Superior Queen Room
1 Queen bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
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Guest Reviews
4.2/5
Very Good
56 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness4.2
- Amenities4.2
- Location4.2
- Service4.2
Average for similar properties in Puerto Ayora
Tequila
October 19, 2023
It's right on the beach, very convenient to go anywhere, and the room is very unique
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Guest User
December 16, 2024
My husband and I just returned from a week at Blu Galapagos. We booked the Luxury Voyage package which included tours to the tortoise reserve and two full days of trips to Bartolomé and South Plazas on a beautiful yacht. The hotel took care of everything. We were greeted at the airport gate where our guide took care of bus tickets and ferry tickets before starting our trip at the tortoise reserve. During the days of our tours, lunch was included on the boat and dinner was at restaurants in town. These were amazing restaurants as well (1835 and The Point) upon request the hotel also arranged a dive for my husband and an additional snorkel trip for me. The staff were very helpful and kind. We stayed in the Genovesa Suite and love our balcony and watching the sea lions, marine iguanas and crabs. This was a bucket list trip for us and it exceeded our expectations! Thank you Blu Galapagos!
Guest User
November 4, 2024
Very very poor hotel. Looks like they have a couple of sites with a few reviews on each. Read all of the reviews before booking (if you dare). There is a theme to how they operate and don't give you the room you paid for .. Many travellers reported the same issues.
Guest User
November 4, 2024
DO NOT BOOK THIS HOTEL We booked and paid 10 months in advance. We eventually called and emailed months out and they confirmed the Suite (by name) via written e - correspondence. We had paid a significant amount of money to ensure that we had the right room for this special visit. When we arrived they said that as they had changed the category of the rooms, we were now in a (small) junior suite. Like a few other reviewers have said, they are NOT Suites! It was only after two days when I showed them the correspondence confirming the room by name that they accepted we were put into the wrong room. After much discussion (which was a distraction from being on holidays) they gave us the room we has booked and explained that they could not have given it to us earlier as they had allowed someone else to book it. They offered us a small amount by way of compensation, but no where near what we had paid (the difference) for the room we had booked. So, I would NOT Recommend this place as they are deceptive; and you are taking your chances with them. I have waited three months since our visit to write this review, so it is not done in the 'heat of the moment' . Ps. If they respond and deny the contents of this review, then I would be happy to share relevant correspondence. I also note the limited number of reviews for a business that has allegedly been around for a while ...
Guest User
July 31, 2024
The Jr. Suite (Marchena) is very very small. Like 250 sqft. or less not including balcony. The view is nice but definitely not a Jr. Suite level room. Jr. Suite should have a separate sitting area, but this room only has 1 small chair. The website also advertised with King bed, but in reality it’s a Queen bed. When we complained to the reception, they said the website is a typo. We requested for a room change within the same category. But instead the hotel offered us to move in a king ( this option leaves no space to walk) or downgrade us to Superior room. I have never heard that a hotel’s practice to resolve the issue is downgrade its guests. Sound insulation is also poor. You can hear people walking and talking outside. The housekeeping is very responsive, perhaps this is the only plus for our stay.
Guest User
June 24, 2024
We received a ground floor room. The space between the door and floor allowed small reptiles inside the room. We had a lot of the and we asked the receptionist for help. She came with a RAID spray and made the reptiles dizzy, causing them to fall from the ceiling. We were scared of the reptiles and we asked for a room that has the space between the door and floor sealed. Some rooms are reptile proof. We received a room upgrade and all was well. However, when we checked out they asked us to pay 40$ for “damaging” a water bottle inside the room. First of all, we did not damage the bottle and 40$ is an outrageous amount for a 0.5 flask.
Guest User
April 1, 2024
Never book it! Unfortunately, our stay at the hotel was disaster. First of all about the hotel, we paid 640$ per night and they even don’t have a tooth brush in the bathroom. They tried to have cozy rooms but they probably didn’t want to spend money for that, so the rooms are very poor. Second day of our stay, police came and closed the hotel because hotel didn’t paid taxes for many years. The policeman allowed us to stay one night, because they respected our situation of inconvenience and we spent the night with packed suitcases in the tiny room which they call suite. All this time, hotel owners only told us that we had to move to another hotel, nothing more. In the beginning they were talking about to give us only one night stay. We reminded them that we paid more than one night, actually 4 nights more and we had to fight for it endlessly. It’s unbelievable that they dared to left us in the street. Next day, early morning, we had to move to another hotel, because police already was there to lock our room too. They took us by taxi and then water taxi(boat). Finally, we arrived at the new hotel but no-one talked us that the room wasn’t paid and they only paid after one day. We had to wait hours to get some room, it was horrible. Finally, they promised refund for the rest of the money but 2 months left and we still didn’t get it.
Guest User
March 30, 2024
The good: The view from the room was wonderful! They speak English pretty well Room is light enough Bed was comfortable. Pillows, not so much. The not so good:: 1) safe that says to set the code, open the door and press the red button. There is no red button. 2) Shower is barely warm 3) No phone in room. So if you need something at night, get dressed to go tell them. 4) If it is hot outside, expect to come back to a hot room because you have to turn off the air, when you leave. It does cool off pretty quickly though 5) our toilet stopped up at 10 pm. Get dressed to go down and tell them. Did come quickly though 6) Food was ok- not great We were here with a Viking cruise extension- so no real choice of where we stayed
Guest User
March 1, 2024
The location is beautiful. I was able to watch the sunset on the dock, the rest of the property is in the mangrove, and the attached restaurant was fantastic. This would be a great place, if I was able to get either rest or relaxation. There is a discoteca right next door that blasts music until late at night. The reception area for the hotel is not at the front, but right next to the doors of several rooms. Thus, this is a meeting place for many people and is constantly loud. There was not a quiet moment in my room for the 3 days that I was there. If you are looking to unwind, look elsewhere.
Services & Amenities
Most popular business facilities
Diving
Snorkeling
Off-site
Surfing
Off-site
Hiking
Massage Room
Public Parking
Free
Bar
Restaurant
Airport drop-off
Additional charge
Taxi booking service
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
Free
Bar
Restaurant
Restaurant
Restaurant
No additional info available
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
Free
Parking
Public (not only for guests) is available Off-site parking. Reservation not needed.
Public Parking
Free
Transportation
Taxi booking service
Shuttle Bus Service
Additional charge
Airport drop-off
Additional charge
Business Services
Postal Service
Fax/Copying Service
Wedding Service
Front Desk Services
Tour/Ticket Service
Front Desk Safe
Concierge Service
Front Desk with Limited Hours
Languages Spoken
English
Spanish
Food & Drink
Bar
Room Service
Lobby Bar
Snack Bar
Public Areas
No Smoking in Public Areas
Water Purifier
Health & Wellness
Massage Room
Diving
Hiking
Snorkeling
Off-site
Kayaking
Off-site
Mountain Biking
Off-site
Surfing Lessons
Surfing
Off-site
Public Bath
Activities
Eco Tours
Off-site
Cleaning Services
Laundry Service (On-Site)
Additional charge
Clothes Dryer
Facilities for Children
Children's Meals Available
Accessibility
Accessible Rooms Available
Safety & Security
First Aid Services
CCTV In Public Areas
First-Aid Kit
Fire Extinguisher
Smoke Detector
Security Alarm
Security Personnel
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 13:00–22:30
Check-out: 06:30–10:00
Front desk hours: [Mon-Sun]06:30–22:30
If you will arrive outside of check-in hours, contact the property in advance
Child Policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cots and Extra Beds
Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.
Breakfast
StyleBuffet
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Buffet:US$25.00 (approx. NZD 44.65) per person |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Pets
Pets are not allowed
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old.
Paying at the Hotel
- Cash
Property Description
- Opened: 1995
- Renovated: 2020
- Number of Rooms: 9
When you stay at Blu Galapagos Sustainable Waterfront Lodge in Puerto Ayora, you'll be on the waterfront, just steps from Galápagos National Park and 7 minutes by foot from Charles Darwin Research Station. This hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Malecon and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Las Grietas.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional features at this hotel include wedding services, a television in a common area, and tour/ticket assistance. Getting to the surf and sand is a breeze with the beach shuttle (surcharge).
Enjoy international cuisine at Almar by Isla Grill, a restaurant where you can enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge, take in the garden view, and even dine alfresco. You can also stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Continental breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include multilingual staff, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. A shuttle from the hotel to the airport is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and motorcycle parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 17 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and iPod docking stations. Your memory foam bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional features at this hotel include wedding services, a television in a common area, and tour/ticket assistance. Getting to the surf and sand is a breeze with the beach shuttle (surcharge).
Enjoy international cuisine at Almar by Isla Grill, a restaurant where you can enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge, take in the garden view, and even dine alfresco. You can also stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Continental breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include multilingual staff, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. A shuttle from the hotel to the airport is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and motorcycle parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 17 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and iPod docking stations. Your memory foam bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers.