Title: Mainao Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Mainao Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Galápagos National Park ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38820000/38819900/38819899/f1f7ec0c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Free daily buffet breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38820000/38819900/38819899/ee8ad519.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38820000/38819900/38819899/9c613ed1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![BBQ/picnic Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38820000/38819900/38819899/c2bf4bc5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38820000/38819900/38819899/4dcb74cb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located seaside, Mainao welcomes travelers with a breakfast buffet and lovely gardens. The property offers practical amenities like dry cleaning services and in-room WiFi. Guests particularly appreciate the multilingual staff who provide tour assistance and local recommendations. 9.6 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - - 24/7 front desk - Laundry - Housekeeping - Air conditioning - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec 1 - Dec 2](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-01&endDate=2025-12-02&selected=38819899&PinnedHotelID=38819899&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-01&endDate=2025-12-02&selected=38819899&PinnedHotelID=38819899&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec 2 - Dec 3](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-02&endDate=2025-12-03&selected=38819899&PinnedHotelID=38819899&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-02&endDate=2025-12-03&selected=38819899&PinnedHotelID=38819899&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec 5 - Dec 7](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=38819899&PinnedHotelID=38819899&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=38819899&PinnedHotelID=38819899&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec 12 - Dec 14](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=38819899&PinnedHotelID=38819899&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=38819899&PinnedHotelID=38819899&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ![In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38820000/38819900/38819899/9c613ed1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double or Twin Room 10.0 Exceptional 4 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning LCD TV 2 bedrooms Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Free bottled water Cable channels Daily housekeeping - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds OR 1 Double Bed ![In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38820000/38819900/38819899/26e35490.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Triple Room ### Highlights Air conditioning LCD TV Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Free bottled water Cable channels Daily housekeeping In-room safe - Sleeps 3 - 3 Single Beds ![In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38820000/38819900/38819899/74dcd24e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Quadruple Room ### Highlights Air conditioning LCD TV Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Free bottled water Cable channels Daily housekeeping In-room safe - Sleeps 4 - 4 Single Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPuerto-Ayora-Hotels-Mainao.h38819899.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPuerto-Ayora-Hotels-Mainao.h38819899.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-0.74343%2C-90.31343&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=m8qEu3Wox3NMojXTOHUgxsdw12g=) Matazarnos, Indefatigable, Puerto Ayora, Islas Galápagos, 200350 #### What's nearby - Academy Bay - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - Fishing Piers - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - Malecon - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles - Las Ninfas Lagoon - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles - Charles Darwin Research Station - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles #### Getting around - Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour) - 81 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Santa Cruz Brewery - ‬5 min walk - ‪Golden Prague Galapagos - ‬4 min walk - ‪Limón Café Bar - ‬6 min walk - ‪Isla Grill - ‬3 min walk - ‪1835 Coffee Lab - ‬4 min walk ## About this property ### Mainao Hotel near Galápagos National Park Consider a stay at Mainao and take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Barbecues, a front desk safe and multilingual staff - A computer station, a TV in reception and tour/ticket information - A water dispenser and a 24-hour front desk Room features All guest rooms at Mainao feature comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and safes. 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24-hour front desk - Guidebooks - Safe at front desk - Water dispenser ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - Computer station ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No lift - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk ### More - Communal living room - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Hair dryer (on request) - Rainfall showerhead - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - LCD TV with premium cable channels ### Food and drink - Free bottled water ### More - Air conditioning - Electrical adapters - Iron/ironing board on request - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: midnight Contactless check-in and check-out are available Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 1 child, up to the age of 4 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room ### 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: - Ecuador value-added tax (15%). Non-resident travellers who present a valid passport and tourist visa may be exempt from value-added tax (15%). We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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; cash is not accepted Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### Property is also known as Mainao Hotel Mainao Puerto Ayora Mainao Hotel Puerto Ayora ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Mainao pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Mainao? > Mainao doesn't offer parking. ### What time is check-in at Mainao? > Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Mainao? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Mainao located? > Situated by the sea, this hotel is steps away from Galápagos National Park and Fishing Piers. Academy Bay and Gus Angermeyer Ferry Terminal are also within 10 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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