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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Gran Hostal Tintorera in Puerto Villamil offers comfortable rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and garden or mountain views. Each room includes a work desk, soundproofing, and free WiFi. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy a sun terrace, garden, bar, and free airport shuttle service. Additional amenities include a coffee shop, outdoor seating area, picnic spots, and bicycle parking. Delicious Breakfast: A variety of breakfast options are available, including continental, American, buffet, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free. Fresh juice, cheese, and fruits are served daily. Prime Location: Located 2 km from General Villamil Airport, the guest house is a 5-minute walk from Puerto Villamil Beach. Scuba diving opportunities are nearby. Highly rated for room comfort, breakfast, and cleanliness.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

    • Situated in the best rated area in Puerto Villamil, this property has an excellent location score of 8.3

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, American, Buffet


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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
2 single beds
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1 extra-large double bed
4 single beds
3 single beds
1 large double bed
1 single bed
1 single bed
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1 extra-large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Darren
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Basic room but great for the price. A little off the main road so quiet in the evenings but within walking distance of everything. Staff were super friendly and really accommodating letting us check out later so we could still have the morning...
  • Marta
    Portugal Portugal
    Very nice staff! The tours that we made started there. Good breakfast. Good location. Big room and good bed.
  • Tomasz
    Poland Poland
    Gran Hostal Tintorera on Isla Isabela is a charming and comfortable place that feels like a home away from home. The rooms are clean, well-maintained, and thoughtfully designed to provide a relaxing stay. Surrounded by the beautiful, tranquil...
  • Ana
    Australia Australia
    Big room, super clean, good location, the best staff!
  • Hannah
    Austria Austria
    Very nice staff, helpful with organizing tours. Rooms were nice and clean.
  • Stefan
    Austria Austria
    Nice staff, good price, good breakfast (partly buffet + egg-kitchen). Some minutes to walk to the center and the beach. Possibility to have a shower after check out if you take the afternoon ferry and free shuttle to the ferry.
  • Catriona
    Qatar Qatar
    Bedroom was super clean, staff were lovely and very helpful and property was in a good location close to the centre.
  • Rebecca
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very spacious and clean. Comfortable. Excellent aircon. Wifi ok for the Galapagos
  • Taylor
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Gran Hostal Tintorera was a lovely stay just a few minutes walk from the beach. Cecilia was very helpful and accomodating for us as the ATM was not working so she offered us alternatives. The breakfast was nice in the morning and it was a very...
  • Bianca
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Locatie is goed, makkelijk aan te lopen. Wasservice en tourdesk in het hostal. Supervriendelijk personeel. Lekker (simpel) ontbijt met lokale gerechtjes erbij. Goede bedden. Elke dag schone handdoeken en opgemaakte bedden. Gefilterd water kun je...

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Cecilia Altamirano

Company review score: 9.1Based on 95 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

We are a local family that loves Isabela and truly enjoys sharing the best of our island with every guest. Cecilia and the team will welcome you with warmth, personalized attention, and genuine hospitality. We’re here not just to check you in, but to make sure you feel at ease, well cared for, and part of something special. Whether you need tour recommendations, directions, or a simple chat after a long day, you’ll always find someone happy to help — with a smile and a local heart.

Property information

Just three blocks from the beach, in a quiet and safe street in the heart of Isabela, you'll find Gran Hostal Tintorera — a family-run place designed for real rest and authentic connection with the Galápagos Islands. All our rooms are private: 33 spacious accommodations with air conditioning, private bathrooms, and plenty of natural light. No shared spaces, — just comfort and calm, so you feel right at home. What guests love the most is our breakfast: every morning we serve fresh island fruit, natural juices, bread, coffee, local cheese, and handmade jam — all without chemicals. It’s our way of sharing a little taste of the island with you. We don’t have a pool or parking (you won’t need a car here), but we do offer something more valuable: closeness, honest hospitality, and the perfect location to explore the island by foot. If you need help booking tours, local tips, or just someone to talk to, we’re here for you. At Tintorera, you don’t just sleep. You breathe Isabela, feel at ease, and experience the island from the inside out.

Neighbourhood information

Gran Hostal Tintorera is located in a quiet and safe part of Isabela town, just three blocks from the beach. You're close enough to walk everywhere, yet far enough to enjoy peace, fresh air, and silence. Within a short stroll you’ll find supermarkets, bakeries, pharmacies, local restaurants, and even the CNT office if you need to connect or take care of something. From here, you can walk to the boardwalk, the tour dock, or simply wander along trails filled with native plants, marine iguanas, and birds. It's the perfect spot for travelers who want to relax, explore, and experience Isabela in a meaningful way.

Languages spoken

English,Spanish

Property surroundings

House rules

Gran Hostal Tintorera takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 12:00 to 20:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 05:00 to 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 4 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBMaestroDiscoverUnionPay credit cardCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

A deposit via bank wire is required to secure your reservation. The hotel will contact you after booking to provide bank wire instructions.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Gran Hostal Tintorera in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

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