Title: Hotel Galapagos Tortuga Bay Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=72952512&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Hotel Galapagos Tortuga Bay Hotel Galapagos Tortuga Bay offers a peaceful retreat with beautiful gardens where guests can unwind with refreshing drinks by the pool ## Photo gallery for Hotel Galapagos Tortuga Bay ![Outdoor pool - Hotel Galapagos Tortuga Bay (Bella Vista)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72960000/72952600/72952512/5dd1128e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Restaurant - Hotel Galapagos Tortuga Bay (Bella Vista)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72960000/72952600/72952512/bb49e4ba.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Flat-screen TV - Hotel Galapagos Tortuga Bay (Bella Vista)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72960000/72952600/72952512/1128cbc4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - Hotel Galapagos Tortuga Bay (Bella Vista)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72960000/72952600/72952512/75d6b6c3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Single Room | Bed sheets - Hotel Galapagos Tortuga Bay (Bella Vista)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72960000/72952600/72952512/00b14dd4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Hotel Galapagos Tortuga Bay offers a laid-back vibe with tropical elements and modern amenities. Relax in the garden, enjoy poolside drinks, and start your day with local cuisine breakfasts. WiFi is available in public areas, and there's an outdoor entertainment space. ## Reviews 7.6 Good ## Popular amenities - Pool - Breakfast included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning - Bar ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec 21 - Dec 22](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-21&endDate=2025-12-22&selected=72952512&PinnedHotelID=72952512&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-21&endDate=2025-12-22&selected=72952512&PinnedHotelID=72952512&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec 22 - Dec 23](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-22&endDate=2025-12-23&selected=72952512&PinnedHotelID=72952512&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-22&endDate=2025-12-23&selected=72952512&PinnedHotelID=72952512&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec 26 - Dec 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=72952512&PinnedHotelID=72952512&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=72952512&PinnedHotelID=72952512&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 2 - Jan 4](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=72952512&PinnedHotelID=72952512&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=72952512&PinnedHotelID=72952512&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds 2 beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ### View all photos for Deluxe Single Room ![Deluxe Single Room | Bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72960000/72952600/72952512/23c09afc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Single Room ### Highlights Balcony or patio Garden Private pool Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Wardrobe - 366 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Family Quadruple Room ![Family Quadruple Room | Bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72960000/72952600/72952512/c081da5d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Quadruple Room ### Highlights Balcony or patio Garden Private pool Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Wardrobe - 366 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed and 2 Large Single Beds ### View all photos for Double Room ![Double Room | Bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72960000/72952600/72952512/41ab87a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room ### Highlights Balcony or patio Garden Private pool Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Wardrobe - 366 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Family Triple Room ![Family Triple Room | Bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72960000/72952600/72952512/cfa7cfcc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Triple Room ### Highlights Balcony or patio Garden Private pool Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Wardrobe - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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In addition to a garden and an outdoor entertainment area, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. Other perks at this hotel include: - An outdoor pool - Outdoor furniture, smoke-free property and barbecues Room features All guest rooms at Hotel Galapagos Tortuga Bay feature comforts, such as private pools and air conditioning. 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Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free offsite parking within 10 metres ### Food and drink - Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM - A bar/lounge - A coffee shop/cafe - A poolside bar - A restaurant ### Things to do - Outdoor pool ### Family friendly - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Conveniences - Limited-hour front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - In a national park - Outdoor entertainment area - Outdoor furniture ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - Mosquito nets - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Private bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch flat-screen TV - Private pool ### More - Air conditioning ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at noon Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Ecuador value-added tax (VAT) at 15%. A VAT exemption is available to travellers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing that they are not a resident of Ecuador. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### 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 This property accepts credit cards and cash This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as Tortuga Bay EC Hotel Tortuga Bay Galapagos Tortuga Galapagos Tortuga Bella Vista Hotel Galapagos Tortuga Bay Hotel Hotel Galapagos Tortuga Bay Bella Vista Hotel Galapagos Tortuga Bay Hotel Bella Vista ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Hotel Galapagos Tortuga Bay have a pool? ### Is Hotel Galapagos Tortuga Bay pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Hotel Galapagos Tortuga Bay? ### What time is check-in at Hotel Galapagos Tortuga Bay? ### What time is check-out at Hotel Galapagos Tortuga Bay? ### Where is Hotel Galapagos Tortuga Bay located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Hotel Galapagos Tortuga Bay Reviews 7.6 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Amenities ### 8.4 Staff & service ### 8.0 Eco-friendliness ### 7.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Isabella 2 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff were really nice, they care about each person that stays in their hotel. Highly recommend. ##### Isabella Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Jose 12 Sept 2023 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities Nono ##### Jose Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023 ### 4/10 Poor #### Patricia 21 Apr 2022 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities #### Nos engañaron con la ubicación Presentan información falta cuando ves el hotel, pues dice que está cerca del muelle y te describe que está a 1 minuto del malecón y a 4 del muelle y es FALSO…..este hotel no está cerca de nada, está como a 10 minutos del puerto. Me siento estafada, lastimosamente por falta de internet no pude cancelar mi reserva al momento de llegar, y por falta de disponibilidad en otro lado. Las habitaciones son grandes y camas y toallas cómodas. Las habitaciones estaban limpias pero el Hotel en si, entrada, pasillos, escaleras estaban sucios y llenos de bichos muertos. Tienen problemas con el Flujo de agua y con el agua caliente. El personal siempre amable eso si. Es una lástima que no ofrecen nada de comer por las noches especialmente considerando que es lejos de puerto y por ahí no hay nada. ##### Patricia Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022 ### 6/10 Okay #### Gustavo Benjamin 28 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service ##### Gustavo Benjamin Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### JERONIMO OTHONIEL SILVA 22 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities ##### JERONIMO OTHONIEL SILVA Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Secluded Detached Stable / Barn Conversion On The Border Of Shropshire And Wales](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oswestry-Hotels-Secluded-Detached-Stable-Barn-Conversion-On-The-Border-Of-Shropshire-And-Wales.h24255837.Hotel-Information) > > [Elba Sara Beach & Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Antigua-Hotels-Elba-Sara-Beach-Golf-Resort.h1070026.Hotel-Information) > > [Justiniano Club Park Conti – All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alanya-Hotels-Justiniano-Club-Park-Conti-All-Inclusive.h8371295.Hotel-Information) > > [Park Lane New York](https://www.expedia.co.uk/New-York-Hotels-Park-Lane-Hotel.h2714.Hotel-Information) > > [The Hurt Arms](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Belper-Hotels-The-Hurt-Arms.h23501653.Hotel-Information) > > [Pousada Palácio de Estói - Small Luxury Hotels](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Faro-Hotels-Pousada-Palacio-De-Estoi-Monument-Hotel-SLH.h2422215.Hotel-Information) > > [The Leam Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Weymouth-Hotels-The-Leam-Hotel.h20064332.Hotel-Information) > > [citizenM Paris Champs-Élysées](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Paris-Hotels-CitizenM-Paris-Champs-Elysees.h65299565.Hotel-Information) > > [Lymington High Street, Town House, Sun Terrace, Parking, Solent Views, Wifi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lymington-Hotels-Lymington-High-Street.h18768241.Hotel-Information) > > [voco Dusseldorf Seestern by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dusseldorf-Hotels-Hotel-Dusseldorf-Seestern.h525135.Hotel-Information) > > [Spa Hotels in Huntingdon](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Huntingdon-Hotels-Spa-Hotels.0-0-d4665-tSpaHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels near Viking Bay](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Viking-Bay-Hotels.0-l6091933-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [MarriottHotelsResorts Hotels in Gran Canaria](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gran-Canaria-Hotels-Marriott-Hotels-Resorts.0-0-d6047134--bMarriottHotelsResorts.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Montenegro](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Montenegro.d6051403.Hotel-Destinations) > > [Beach Resorts & Hotels in Northern Ireland](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Northern-Ireland-Beach-Hotels.0-0-d11221-tBeachHotels.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Hotels in Jeju Island](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Jeju-Island-Hotels.d6049718.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Casati Hotel – Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Budapest-Hotels-Casati-Budapest-Hotel.h2502649.Hotel-Information) > > [Royalton Hideaway Negril, An Autograph Collection® All-Inclusive Resort - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Negril-Hotels-Hideaway-At-Royalton-Negril-Resort-Spa-Adults-Only-All-Inclusive.h15920957.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Les Carroz-d'Araches](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Les-Carroz-DAraches-Hotels.d6034185.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Bora Bora](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bora-Bora-Hotels.d602861.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Croydon](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Croydon-Hotels.d4247.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from LON-All Airports to Logan Intl.](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/lon/bos/london-to-boston) > > [Pegasus Airlines Bishop's Stortford (STN) to Istanbul (SAW) flights](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flight-routes/pegasus-airlines-from-stansted-to-sabiha-gokcen-intl/pc/stn/saw) ### Cars ### Activities > [Things to do in Puerto Morelos](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Puerto-Morelos.d180137.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Dar es Salaam Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dar-Es-Salaam.d978.Holidays-City-Breaks) ---