You’ve probably heard of the Galápagos Islands before and for a good reason. This archipelago of 19 islands, located in the Pacific Ocean and part of Ecuador, is a UNESCO World Heritage site. It is one of the most beautiful islands in the world that is home to a diverse marine life. There are plenty of activities to do and sites to see in the Galápagos Islands. You can go snorkeling, kayaking, diving, or hiking. You can also see a lot of wildlife, such as penguins, tortoises, marine iguanas, blue-footed boobies, and so much more! So if you’re planning to visit the islands soon, read more to see our list of the best Airbnb vacation rentals in Galápagos Islands, Ecuador.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 13, 2024.
1. Cozy home in a safe neighborhood (from USD 98)
Feel comfortable in this clean and spacious two-bedroom home that is perfect for up to five guests. Located in a safe neighborhood in Puerto Ayora, this rental is only a few minutes from the city center. So, whenever you feel like it, you can easily explore the city and see what the Galápagos Islands have to offer.
If you feel like staying in, you can make use of home features such as a well-equipped kitchen, Wi-Fi, HDTV, backyard with a barbecue grill, and an outdoor seating area where you can enjoy your meals under the Ecuadorian stars.
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the kitchen is well equipped he provides purified water and it was comfortable for the three of uscool shower feels best when it's warmjhonny’s place is great we appreciated having two bathrooms and two separate bedroomsCleanliness:
very hospitable man and clean and beautiful home as wella wonderful rental clean and spacious for our family of 4Host:
jhonny was the best host everjhonny is a great hostjhonny was an excellent host - very responsive friendly and great communicationi would definitely stay here again jhonny is an excellent communicator with helpful recommendationsvery helpful and attentive hosts removing our garbage offering house keeping and replenishing our drinking water as neededRead more reviewsLocation:
great location away from busy tourists area about 1 mi from downtownthis is a very good location and property for the money and i recommend it highlystaying at jhonny's place was a great experience it was spacious comfortable and walkable to the city centerwonderful place to stay organized cozy and neatthe area around was also nice with a small shop just around the corner
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2. Casa Naranjal (from USD 39)
Enjoy your own space in the Casa Naranjal in rural San Cristóbal. You will have the luxury of space as this home is located in a farm spread out over 1 hectare (2.47 acres). Aside from the privacy, the best part of this rental is the view of the ocean, as it is 300 meters (0.19 miles) above sea level. If you want to go out of the rental and explore the area, you can get a taxi and will be in town in just 15 minutes.
The two-bedroom home comes fully furnished, with a well-equipped kitchen and a fully stocked bathroom. The unit does not come with Wi-Fi, so you might want to think of other alternatives such as purchasing a local sim. This rental is perfect for up to four people.
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great stay at manu’s placea beautiful place to relax and calm down in the middle of nature
3. Flip Flop House (from USD 159)
Traveling to the Galápagos Islands with your family? This rental might just be for you. It has two bedrooms, ideal for up to five guests. Those traveling with little ones can also request a travel crib. The home has a big kitchen, organized rooms, a lovely living area, an in-house washer and dryer, and a spacious bathtub. For entertainment, guests also have access to free Wi-Fi, TV, and children’s books and toys.
One of the best parts about staying at this home is its convenient location. It’s in the city center, close to the market, shops, bakery, and restaurants.
Top guest reviews
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nice place to stay in isabela with a/c washer/dryer full kitchenwe appreciated all the small details coffee beach towels laundry detergent providedplenty of hot water comfortable bed and sheetsbed was super comfy tooCleanliness:
the dishes silverware and glasses were high quality and everything was sparkling cleanclean spacious and plenty of places to relaxeverything is nicely decorated very spacious and cleanvery clean and smooth check-in host responded immediately to anything neededgreat house on isabela island very spacious and cleanHost:
thank you again for being such a great host and for your hospitalityshe was very helpful and kindgreat airbnb elena was very helpful and a great hostelena was very responsive accommodating and easy to communicate withwhere do start? elena was probably the most wonderful host we have ever hadRead more reviewsLocation:
location is perfect - walking distance to everythingthe location was easy to find and centrally locatedhouse was super spacious and walking distance from townamazing place within short walking distance to beach and restaurantsprobably the best location in isabela highly recommended
4. Luxurious villa with a lake view (from USD 471)
You will not only have gorgeous views of the sea in the Galápagos Islands but also of a lake and mangroves. This villa has three bedrooms with private bathrooms and can comfortably house up to six guests.
The villa is spacious and has modern decor and big windows affording beautiful views of the surrounding areas. Other features include two living rooms, a well-equipped kitchen, a dining room, plus a hot tub in the master bathroom.
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communication cleaning location was greatnice place they have cleaning everyday very near to the bay great viewRead more reviewsLocation:
amazing we think it probably the best place to stay in the galapagos
5. Simple apartment on San Cristóbal Island (from USD 30)
This apartment is located near the city center and the beach. You can easily explore the local shops and restaurants in the town or simply visit some of the beaches of the Galápagos Islands, such as La Galapaguera, Puerto Chino, Laguna el Junco, and La Loberia.
This apartment has one bedroom, a private bathroom, a well-stocked kitchen, an air conditioner, and Wi-Fi. The best part of this rental is the gorgeous view of the city and the sea it offers.
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amazing apartment with a beautiful balconythe room is spacious and bright nice view trough the windowsgreat place beautiful balcony comfortable well stocked kitchen nice quiet part of townstocked kitchen including extra things like oil salt and coffee maker very clean and great locationa small fully equipped kitchen perfect for staying longerCleanliness:
a very clean place as it showed from the picturesthe place is very clean and has everything you need to enjoy your time on san cristobalthe apartment was very clean and seems to have new amenitiesthe little appartement was clean and cosyHost:
hosts were accommodating and kindthe hosts are amazinghosts were very welcoming and helpfulthe host family is so kind and friendly very communicativejosé and his family are exemplary hosts very welcoming and helped me throughout my stayRead more reviewsLocation:
great location walking distance to everythinggreat location and communicationvery nice apartment well located close to the city center well equiped and with a confortable bedwe would definitely come back to this placethe apartment is spacious has everything you need is very reasonable and in a good location
6. Casa Marina Galapagos (from USD 297)
Traveling in a big group? You might want to book this beautiful and spacious townhouse for your group. It has three bedrooms, and each has a distinct style. It also has a huge kitchen and living room, making it perfect for up to seven guests. For entertainment, you have a few options inside and outside the rental.
Guests can enjoy Wi-Fi access on the property, plus an HDTV with Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, premium cable, and standard cable. Outside, you can explore the beautiful Puerto Ayora on Santa Cruz Island. The property is within walking distance of the town so you can try the different restaurants and visit the shops.
Top guest reviews
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he transformed his living room into our own private techno partythe casa marina was an amazing place with plenty of room for our family of 7the beds are super comfortable with lots of luxury pillowsthe beds were very comfortable as wellbedrooms were huge and lots of room in the living room and kitchenCleanliness:
gloria was great cleaning every dayit is lovely clean comfortable and spaciousit is large clean and comfortablethe housekeeper gloria came daily to clean and change our towels/linen as neededeverything in the house is so clean and beautifully decoratedHost:
from the time reservations were made to our departure time celso and staff were available to helphopefully host will replacecelso andrea and gloria were really helpfulthe checkin and checkout process were easy and informativethank you so much celso - to you your family and your staffRead more reviewsLocation:
location: fantasticgreat house with superb location close to everythingthe location is very convenient only a short walk to restaurants and attractionscelso's place is extremely well locatedyou can easily walk to the darwin research station from here as well
7. Casita Muyuyo (from USD 120)
Feel at home in this lovely home for up to four guests. It has two air-conditioned bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, a well-equipped kitchen, a dining room, and a decent living room. There is a large patio where you can chill and hang out with your group. You will also love the colorful and homey vibe of this rental.
What makes this place worth it is its convenient location. You can easily walk to downtown Puerto Ayora or take the trail to one of the gorgeous beaches in the Galápagos Islands, Tortuga Bay Beach. A quick note, however, it takes about 30 minutes to get to the beach, but it will be worth all the effort.
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We loved too that there isn't any wifi..The beds were very comfortable and we had everything we needed.Beds were very comfortable.Read more reviewsLocation:
The place itself has WiFi.The place is as described in the posting.So it is a very good, peacefull and safe location.
8. Sandy Feet House (from USD 350)
If you love the beach and wish to hear the beach waves throughout your stay, then consider booking Sandy Feet House. Located in Puerto Villamil, this stylish home has two bedrooms and two bathrooms, perfect for up to six guests. It has a full kitchen, a dining area, and a huge living room with a flat-screen TV. You will also have access to free Wi-Fi and a washer and dryer.
But the best part about this home is that you can just walk ahead to the property’s patio, and you’ll feel the sand between your toes and immediately see the waves. This home is also just a few minutes away from many restaurants and shops.
Top guest reviews
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there is fast internet and great air conditioningvery comfortable and nice furnishingsamenities are perfect and the shower pressure to be commandedCleanliness:
super clean and very comfortablesandy feet house is very clean spacious and is exactly like the picturesit was so comfortable and clean neds were comfynew clean spacious and right on the beachHost:
elena is an amazing hostgreat hosts and super helpfulthe host is very helpful and responds quickly to all questions and requestshost was very helpful communications were fast and easyelena & esteban were amazing hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
first great location you cannot beat the location on that wonderful beachfantastic house with an amazing locationgreat location right on the beach and a short walk to everythingthe location is amazing wake up and walk to the beachlocation is amazing with several shops and restaurants nearby
9. Stunning bungalow in Puerto Ayora (from USD 66)
This bungalow has it all. It’s a stunning home in a convenient location. There are two beds in the home and a decent-sized kitchen and bathroom, making it ideal for up to two guests. You will also have access to a lush front yard with outdoor seating, where you can chill or have your morning coffee.
You can also easily visit famous attractions nearby, such as the Galápagos National Park and the Charles Darwin Research Station. Shops, restaurants, art galleries, and bars are also close to the property.
Top guest reviews
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there is one floor fan but it didn’t helpwifi is a little sporadic but not a problemwe really enjoyed our stay in corinas apartmentneed clean chairs on the front porch and the kitchen drawers and smell definitely need to be addressedwe had a great stay at the bungalow it was comfortable and had everything we neededCleanliness:
our sheets were clean and bathroom was very cleancomfortable clean and amazing porchthe suite is very spacious and cleanvery nice bungalow super clean and good equipped with everything neededclean and you have drink water from a second tap availableHost:
corina was super responsive to any questions or concerns and was very helpful with navigating current restrictionscorina was wonderful very accommodating with our arrival and departure given our particular schedulescorina was a fabulous host who was very responsive and helpful to us during our stayeverything is according ro the description and the communication with the host is very easy and quicki really consider myself fortunate to have had such a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was idealgreat location and very comfortablethe location was very convenient with great restaurants located nearbyperfect location in a relatively quiet street downtowna great location in puerto ayora
10. Secluded cabin with ocean views (from USD 184)
Spend your getaway to Galápagos surrounded by nature at this secluded cabin. You will not only have privacy, but can also wake up to the sounds of waves and see the stunning Galápagos sunsets — a perfect spot to relax and disconnect.
This cabin is crafted from local timber. It has one bedroom, a well-equipped kitchen, and several couches and hammocks for when you want to chill. You can also enjoy the whole property and pick fresh lemongrass, chili, herbs, and fruits such as bananas and papayas. After you’ve explored the beach and the property, you can have a relaxing night just looking up at the stars.
Top guest reviews
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the building itself had hot water and wifi which was nicewifi was great and the farm (la finca) was an added benefitthe views are amazing (even from the shower ) definitely worth itCleanliness:
the cottage was spotlessly clean and well maintainedthe house has everything you need it is super clean and functionalHost:
the host were extremely helpful and easy to communicate with throughout our bookingthanks to johannes a great hostjohannes was very nice and helpful hostthe airbnb is truly beautiful and the host was spectatcularstrikingly beautiful incredible hosts highly recommendedRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was peaceful and just what you need to get away from it allthe place is absolutely magnificentbut it's in such a brill location that it was definitely worth it :)this place is to relax away from everythingvery quiet and a perfect place to relax and get away from busy town life
A Galápagos trip to remember
The Galápagos Islands make for a memorable trip. Whether you’re on the Islands to unwind or have fun, there is definitely an accommodation for you listed here.
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