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BAY VIEW HOUSE

3.5 star property
Travelers find a peaceful natural retreat at this property where spa relaxation meets exploration opportunities in a private reserve setting

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BAY VIEW HOUSE, near the Charles Darwin Research Station, offers a quiet getaway with dry cleaning/laundry services and a full-service spa. Enjoy in-room WiFi and the sandy shores of Playa de los Alemanes just a short distance away.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
The current price is AU$317
11 Mar - 12 Mar

Room options

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1 bedroom, Select Comfort beds, minibar, desk

Deluxe Apartment, Private Bathroom, Sea View

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • Sea view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Bed

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Superior Apartment, Courtyard View

Superior Apartment, Courtyard View

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
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About the area

Located in Puerto Ayora, BAY VIEW HOUSE is in the city centre and on the boardwalk. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Academy Bay and Las Grietas. Charles Darwin Research Station and Rancho Primicias are two other places to visit that come recommended. Snorkelling offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Puerto Ayora travel guide
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304 Ave Charles Darwin, Puerto Ayora, Islas Galápagos

What's nearby

  • About to motor boat up the Napo River in the Amazon jungle
    Academy Bay
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Listen to the silence. #Patterns
    Las Ninfas Lagoon
    8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Giant tortoises are the longest-lived of all vertebrates, averaging over 100 years. The oldest on record lived to be 152. There are now only 11 types of giant tortoises left in the Galápagos, down from 15 when Darwin arrived. Hunted as food by pirates, whalers, and merchantmen during the 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries, more than 100,000 tortoises are estimated to have been killed off.
    Charles Darwin Research Station
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Malecon
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Las Grietas
    5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour)
    72 min drive

Restaurants

  • Santa Cruz Brewery
    2 min walk
  • Limón Café Bar
    1 min walk
  • Isla Grill
    3 min walk
  • Gelato Bar
    3 min walk
  • The Rock
    1 min walk

About this property

BAY VIEW HOUSE

Guest house remodelled in 2024 and located near Academy Bay
Located close to Playa de los Alemanes and Charles Darwin Research Station, BAY VIEW HOUSE provides dry cleaning/laundry services and a full-service spa. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • A nature reserve and smoke-free property
Room features
All guest rooms at BAY VIEW HOUSE boast comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and shampoo
  • 42-inch Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, kitchens and full-sized fridge/freezers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Things to do

  • Full-service spa

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Soundproofed rooms

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • On the bay
  • On the boardwalk/promenade

Full-service spa

  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar in shower (100 centimetre high)
  • Handrails in stairways (100 centimetre high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 2011
  • Mosquito nets
  • Renovated entire property - January 2024
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

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

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

BAY VIEW HOUSE Guesthouse
BAY VIEW HOUSE Puerto Ayora
BAY VIEW HOUSE Guesthouse Puerto Ayora

Frequently asked questions

Is BAY VIEW HOUSE pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at BAY VIEW HOUSE ?

As of 9 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at BAY VIEW HOUSE on 11 Mar 2026 start from AU$317, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at BAY VIEW HOUSE ?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at BAY VIEW HOUSE ?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at BAY VIEW HOUSE ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is BAY VIEW HOUSE located?

Located in the heart of Puerto Ayora, this spa guesthouse is within a 5-minute walk of Academy Bay and Las Grietas. Charles Darwin Research Station and Rancho Primicias are also within 16 mi (25 km).

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Reviews

BAY VIEW HOUSE Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Connie was a great host and wonderfully helpful. Apartment is in a walkable location to everything.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gherda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Apartamento de lujo
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Stayed 1 night in May 2025