Lava House Hostal

32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View | Down comforters, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View | Private kitchen | Cookware/dishes/utensils

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer

9.2 / 10.0

Outstanding(40 Ratings)

Bed and Breakfast in Puerto Ayora

3-Star Hotel

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area

Includes essentialsGarden, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more

About this bed and breakfast

Art Deco bed & breakfast in Puerto Ayora with free breakfast
This bed & breakfast features concierge services, express check-out, and tour/ticket assistance. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a garden and a vending machine.
Lava House Hostal offers 10 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Beds feature down comforters. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. This Puerto Ayora bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Amenities

Air conditioner

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Map of Puerto Ayora

Nearby attractions

Parque Nacional Galápagos

14.6 mi

Galapagos Beach at Tortuga Bay

3 mi

Camino a las grietas

1.4 mi

Rancho Primicias - Giant Tortoise Reserve

15.2 mi

Available Rooms

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

1 Queen

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

2 Single

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Standard Triple Room

1 Queen • 1 Single

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Standard Quadruple Room

1 Queen • 2 Single

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Standard Single Room

1 Queen

Sleeps 1

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

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Lava House Hostal

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9.2 / 10.0

Outstanding(40 Ratings)

Bed and Breakfast in Puerto Ayora

3-Star Hotel

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area

Includes essentialsGarden, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more

About this bed and breakfast

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Amenities

Air conditioner

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Map of Puerto Ayora

Nearby attractions

Parque Nacional Galápagos

14.6 mi

Galapagos Beach at Tortuga Bay

3 mi

Camino a las grietas

1.4 mi

Rancho Primicias - Giant Tortoise Reserve

15.2 mi

Available Rooms

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

1 Queen

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

2 Single

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Standard Triple Room

1 Queen • 1 Single

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Standard Quadruple Room

1 Queen • 2 Single

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Standard Single Room

1 Queen

Sleeps 1

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Ratings and reviews

9.2 / 10.0

Outstanding(40 Ratings)

10.0 / 10.0

Mar 2024

Amazing place. Really clean and quiet. I loved everything, including the puppy that lives there! Would definitely come back. The main avenue was really close to Lava House, so you can come and go as you please and it just takes a couple minutes to reach the main bay. Overall I had a great experience with this place.

8.0 / 10.0

Feb 2024

This is a nice but very BASIC hotel. Not much for room amenities but they keep the place clean. The grounds are very well kept. Breakfast also is very basic. There was a very friendly dog.

6.0 / 10.0

Feb 2024

This is a very basic hotel. Our first night was very noisy from traffic but they were kind enough to move us down a room and it was much better. Not much for amenities. Very basic breakfast. Overall clean and tidy. Staff very nice.

8.0 / 10.0

Jul 2023

Nicole, front desk receptionist and the young women that served us breakfast were lovely, friendly, helpful and most accommodating.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2023

Friendly, quiet, excellent service and accommodations.

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2023

Very attentive staff.

5.0 / 10.0

Apr 2023

Great stay. Better breakfast than other hostals. The plants and hammocks make for a nice environment. It was double the cost of our other hostals in puerto ayora but I wouldn’t stay it was 2x better than the other areas.

5.0 / 10.0

Jan 2023

Great team of receptionists, great and fulfilling breakfast, very helpful for booking boat ride

8.0 / 10.0

Jan 2023

It’s within walking distance to many touristic places

5.0 / 10.0

Nov 2022

We arrived late and tired. The owner was so welcoming. I needed cash. It was after dark and I was nervous about walking on my own to the bank. Her son in law walked me there and back. I had Wi-Fi problems. They helped me with that. Helped me order food delivery.

5.0 / 10.0

Jun 2022

We had a great stay at Lava House! Owners were friendly and helpful. We originally booked one night stay before our cruise but end up coming back after for our last 2 nights as well. Rooms were nice/clean. Shampoo/conditioner and towels were provided. Good hot water. WiFi was not great in room and decent in main area but that seems to be all over the Galapagos. Free breakfast and was one of the better ones on our trip. Fresh water as well which is a bonus! Definitely recommend!

10.0 / 10.0

Dec 2021

This has been the most perfect stay of my life. The property is located in the center of everything (the Port, restaurants, pharmacy and medical services, banks, among others. The staff completely understands what the guests need. Breakfast is very flexible in the menu, on-time, and exquisite. For families and couples, the property is perfect. We are planning to go back next year. Congrats!

5.0 / 10.0

Dec 2020

Comfortable, pretty yard, warm friendly and attentive staff. Great location. Tasty and filling breakfast.

2.5 / 10.0

Dec 2020

Good

5.0 / 10.0

Dec 2020

Good

2.0 / 10.0

Jan 2020

Good friendly people and nice rooms with AC.Bed & breakfast type of accommodation with big beds. Average breakfast, quite basic. But courteous when needing very early breakfast (before 7am). Water provided.Because this is a family hostel, expect some noise from the familys conversations in the evening. It was a bit annoying because we were waking up 6.30am (scuba, island hoping) - we did not complain because the owners are very nice people.Payment only in cash which was weird for a hotels.com registered hotel.

4.0 / 10.0

Jan 2020

Good friendly people and nice rooms with AC. Bed & breakfast type of accommodation with big beds. Average breakfast, quite basic. But courteous when needing very early breakfast (before 7am). Water provided. Because this is a family hostel, expect some noise from the family's conversations in the evening. It was a bit annoying because we were waking up 6.30am (scuba, island hoping) - we did not complain because the owners are very nice people. Payment only in cash which was weird for a hotels.com registered hotel.

5.0 / 10.0

Oct 2019

Really great value and helpful. Helpful not only with regular things like tours and taxis, but also advice on coping with changes in vacation plans due to Government actions and protests. Plan to return.

2.5 / 10.0

Oct 2019

Really great value and helpful.Helpful not only with regular things like tours and taxis, but also advice on coping with changes in vacation plans due to Government actions and protests.Plan to return.

5.0 / 10.0

Jun 2019

The staff is very helpful and friendly and the breakfast was excellent. Super good place to stay - comfortable and clean and well-located!

10.0 / 10.0

May 2019

Friendly. Accommodating. Easy. Definitely recommend for travelers looking for a clean place with AC and friendly staff. Breakfast included was tasty and simple, and fresh made. I didn't realize we pay the hostel directly upon arrival- I thought I had paid Expedia, but I double checked with Expedia and on my credit card activity, and that's how it works. Wifi is slow, but it's slow everywhere in Galapagos- so I don't consider that a negative. The host was friendly and very helpful. I also appreciate that the location was NOT in the heart of town to create some distance from noise. I also felt very safe at this place.

8.0 / 10.0

Dec 2018

Owner is really attentive. Property is basic, but always felt nice and clean and welcoming.

8.0 / 10.0

Oct 2018

Lovely garden. Quiet location. Nice breakfast. Helpful , friendly hosts.

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2018

Hospitality Excellent!! Property is beautiful! Room was big, beds very comfortable, nice breakfast, great location, but the very best is the presence of the owner. She is the ultimate.

8.0 / 10.0

Jan 2018

We stayed here 3 days in December 2017. It was a nice place, our room was spacious and the bed was comfortable. It is a bit of a walk (about 10 minutes) from the center but it is a nice walk. Plus tour companies pick you up from your hotel and if you are really tired you can take a cab for a few dollars. The hotel provides a nice breakfast which is included in the price and it is freshly made every morning when you show up at the community room. You can tell it is a family operated hotel and people are very friendly and helpful. The only potential concern for non-Spanish speaking people is that they do not always have somebody in the office who speaks English. That wasn't a problem for us as we did not have any urgent issues, we just went back and took care of what we needed to but if you have an urgent problem that could be an issue. Also, we booked this hotel through Expedia which typically means your credit card is charged and the room is paid. But for this hotel the credit card was used only to hold the reservation and we needed to pay after we arrived. Like a lot of other businesses/restaurants/hotels in the Galapagos islands, there is a significant credit card fee so it would be a good idea to bring cash with you if you want to avoid the fee. Overall we were very happy with our stay and we liked the family and rest of the staff we interacted with. We recommend this place.

4.0 / 10.0

Jan 2018

We stayed here 3 days in December 2017. It was a nice place, our room was spacious and the bed was comfortable. It is a bit of a walk (about 10 minutes) from the center but it is a nice walk. Plus tour companies pick you up from your hotel and if you are really tired you can take a cab for a few dollars.The hotel provides a nice breakfast which is included in the price and it is freshly made every morning when you show up at the community room. You can tell it is a family operated hotel and people are very friendly and helpful.The only potential concern for non-Spanish speaking people is that they do not always have somebody in the office who speaks English. That wasnt a problem for us as we did not have any urgent issues, we just went back and took care of what we needed to but if you have an urgent problem that could be an issue.Also, we booked this hotel through Expedia which typically means your credit card is charged and the room is paid. But for this hotel the credit card was used only to hold the reservation and we needed to pay after we arrived. Like a lot of other businesses/restaurants/hotels in the Galapagos islands, there is a significant credit card fee so it would be a good idea to bring cash with you if you want to avoid the fee.Overall we were very happy with our stay and we liked the family and rest of the staff we interacted with. We recommend this place.

5.0 / 10.0

Oct 2017

Really enjoyed our stay at Lava House. Isabelaand her family treated us really well. Would recommend it!!

4.0 / 10.0

Jun 2017

Great stay at the Lava House. Very clean with beautiful grounds. Just as pictured.

2.0 / 10.0

Jun 2017

We had a very nice stay at Lava House Hostel. Isabel, the owner, is incredibly sweet and did everything possible to make us comfortable, despite our language barrier. The location of the hotel is a bit removed from the center of town, but about a 15 minute walk to the Port. Being off the main road led to a quiet nights sleep every night, but we didnt factor in the need to carry our bags down to the port to transfer between islands (our fault!). We also tried to pay by credit card, but their machine wasnt working, so we ended up spending most of our cash on our stay. My card worked fine elsewhere on the island, so I would be prepared to have some extra cash on hand if staying here. Otherwise the accommodations are just as pictured online.

FAQs

How much does this bed and breakfast cost compared to others in Puerto Ayora?

The average price for a rental in Puerto Ayora is £38 per night. This rental is £53 above the average.

Is parking included with this bed and breakfast?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Lava House Hostal. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this bed and breakfast?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this bed and breakfast. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Lava House Hostal pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this bed and breakfast is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Lava House Hostal?

We found 6 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, internet / wifi, parking, balcony or patio, and tv.

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About this bed and breakfast

Amenities

Map of Puerto Ayora

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

Standard Triple Room

Standard Quadruple Room

Standard Single Room

Lava House Hostal

Bed and Breakfast in Puerto Ayora

Reasons to book

About this bed and breakfast

Amenities

Map of Puerto Ayora

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

Standard Triple Room

Standard Quadruple Room

Standard Single Room

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this bed and breakfast cost compared to others in Puerto Ayora?

Is parking included with this bed and breakfast?

Is there a pool at this bed and breakfast?

Is Lava House Hostal pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Lava House Hostal?

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