Title: San Cristobal Travel Guide: Best of San Cristobal, El Progresso Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in San Cristobal](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Cristobal-Hotels.d6350208.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in San Cristobal](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Cristobal-Holiday-Rentals.d6350208.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[San Cristobal Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-San-Cristobal.d6350208.Car-Hire-Guide)[San Cristobal Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Cristobal.d6350208.Holidays-City-Breaks) # San Cristobal Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![marina in san cristobal galapagos islands ecuador](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6350208/acabf241-10d6-4f96-b0be-c922aea4405f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![marina in san cristobal galapagos islands ecuador](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6350208/acabf241-10d6-4f96-b0be-c922aea4405f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6350208/689bf91d-67e4-42a3-9246-351cca0b299d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Galapagos tourist enjoying looking sitting by Galapagos Sea Lions](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6350208/a838007c-6ea4-41bb-9a7f-8c1e425e49d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, elevated view from Cerro Tijeretas, San Cristobal or Chatham Island, Galapagos, Ecuador](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6350208/87163674-26ef-49be-aa67-c8a10cf0a7f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit San Cristobal Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-uk-fr-de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Holiday Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and holiday homes. 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Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F02%2F2026&endDate=27%2F02%2F2026&selected=96427559&PinnedHotelID=96427559&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6350208) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F02%2F2026&endDate=27%2F02%2F2026&selected=96427559&PinnedHotelID=96427559&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6350208) ![AMANCAY HOUSE: Suites and Rooms! Pool, Jacuzzi, and Comfortable Transportation.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116170000/116162100/116162007/13d32f84_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### AMANCAY HOUSE: Suites and Rooms! Pool, Jacuzzi, and Comfortable Transportation. Puerto Baquerizo Moreno Galápagos Islands Stay at this aparthotel in San Cristobal. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Cerro Mundo and Playa de Oro are located ... 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(48 reviews) The very friendly staff Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F02%2F2026&endDate=27%2F02%2F2026&selected=78469114&PinnedHotelID=78469114&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6350208) [See all 104 properties in San Cristobal](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=14%2F02%2F2026®ionId=6350208) 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. ![A beautiful apartment surrounded by peace and nature.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96430000/96427600/96427559/acc87e31_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### A beautiful apartment surrounded by peace and nature. San Cristobal Galápagos Islands Stay at this apartment in San Cristobal. Popular attractions Cerro Mundo and Playa de Oro are located nearby. 10/10 Exceptional! (1 review) Our stay was great! The host met us on arrival and was friendly and informative. The place feels like a tree house on a little farm. It was easy to get in and out of town. It's misty with the bit of elevation, and it made it feel more remote. Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/El-Progresso-Hotels-A-Beautiful-Apartment-Surrounded-By-Peace-And-Nature.h96427559.Hotel-Information) ![AMANCAY HOUSE: Suites and Rooms! Pool, Jacuzzi, and Comfortable Transportation.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116170000/116162100/116162007/13d32f84_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### AMANCAY HOUSE: Suites and Rooms! Pool, Jacuzzi, and Comfortable Transportation. Puerto Baquerizo Moreno Galápagos Islands Stay at this aparthotel in San Cristobal. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Cerro Mundo and Playa de Oro are located ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/El-Progresso-Hotels-AMANCAY-HOUSE-Suites-And-RoomsPool.h116162007.Hotel-Information) ![5 minutes to Playaman Beach! Romantic beach villa with pool/jacuzzi!](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82950000/82948700/82948682/d234cbfa_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### 5 minutes to Playaman Beach! Romantic beach villa with pool/jacuzzi! Puerto Baquerizo Moreno Islas Galápagos Stay at this villa in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and patios. Popular attractions Playa de Oro and Malecón San Cristobal are located ... 10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews) Amazing stay for two weeks in Galapagos so glad we chose this house. It was close to everything.we walked to all the restaurants . Beautiful brand new everything modern the host was fabulous gorgeous pool. We enjoyed it and will definitely be back! 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Additional terms may apply. ## Check San Cristobal hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6350208&startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13)[12 Feb - 13 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6350208&startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6350208&startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-14)[13 Feb - 14 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6350208&startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-14) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6350208&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6350208&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6350208&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026)[20 Feb - 22 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6350208&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit #### El Junco Lake Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at El Junco Lake during your travels in El Progresso. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside. [](https://expedia.co.uk/El-Junco-Lake-San-Cristobal.d553248621591293182.Attraction) #### Tijeretas Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Tijeretas Beach during your trip to El Progresso? [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tijeretas-Beach-Puerto-Baquerizo-Moreno.d684136073057202176.Attraction) #### Punta Pitt You can take time to visit Punta Pitt during your travels to El Progresso. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Punta-Pitt-Galapagos.d636170665958465536.Attraction) #### Cerro Tijeretas Viewpoint You can learn about the history of El Progresso with a stop at Cerro Tijeretas Viewpoint. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cerro-Tijeretas-Viewpoint-Puerto-Baquerizo-Moreno.d684135276755030016.Attraction) #### Cerro Mundo 5/5(1 review) Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Cerro Mundo during your travels in El Progresso. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cerro-Mundo-Galapagos.d553248635976195094.Attraction) #### El Junco Lagoon 2/5(1 review) Find out about the history of El Progresso when you take a trip to El Junco Lagoon. Wander the rocky beaches and seaside while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/El-Junco-Lagoon-Galapagos.d553248621532375128.Attraction) ### Things to do ![CIG Discovery Diving Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49530811/0b5a0fa5-bfc7-4507-8f53-cef7840e61c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### CIG Discovery Diving Tour £225 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cig-discovery-diving-tour.a49530811.activity-details) ![Full-day Adventure Tour at Kicker Rock](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45994244/17940359-0ff8-474b-a7fb-c0cb2194439c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Full-day Adventure Tour at Kicker Rock (León Dormido) £195 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-adventure-tour-at-kicker-rock-leon-dormido.a45994244.activity-details) ![Full day San Cristobal Tour - 360 Degrees](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3004273/3133beee-da21-4eb4-a203-692016a9a887.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Full day San Cristobal Tour - 360 Degrees £198 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-san-cristobal-tour-360-degrees.a3004273.activity-details) [See all activities in San Cristobal](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-San-Cristobal.d6350208.Travel-Guide-Activities) - Cities near San Cristobal - Places of interest - [Galápagos National Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Galapagos-National-Park-Galapagos.d6112453.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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