Matazarnos, Indefatigable, Puerto Ayora, Islas Galápagos, 200350
What's nearby
Malecon - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Las Ninfas Lagoon - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Charles Darwin Research Station - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Playa de los Alemanes - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Tortuga Bay Beach - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
Getting around
Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour) - 81 min drive
Restaurants
Almar Lounge & Grill Bar - 6 min walk
El Muelle De Darwin - 3 min walk
TJ Restaurant - 4 min walk
Golden Prague Galapagos - 4 min walk
Il Giardino - 2 min walk
About this property
Mainao
Mainao offers a fantastic location, putting you just steps from Galápagos National Park. Free perks include WiFi and buffet breakfast daily between 6:30 AM and 8:30 AM.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
22 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
One child (4 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
No onsite parking
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–8:30 AM
Barbecue grills
Water dispenser
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Beach nearby
Working away
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Television in common areas
Communal living room
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Room amenities
Be entertained
LCD television
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Rainfall showerhead
Shower only
Soap and shampoo
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Electrical adapters/chargers
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Guidebooks/recommendations
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Ecuador value-added tax (15%). Nonresident travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa may be eligible for a tax refund. However, nonresident travelers may be exempt from value-added tax (15%) on package bookings.
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Also known as
Mainao Hotel
Mainao Puerto Ayora
Mainao Hotel Puerto Ayora
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Mainao?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Mainao?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Mainao.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Mainao?
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Mainao and nearby?
Mainao has a garden.
What's the area around Mainao like?
Mainao is a short 1-minute walk from Galápagos National Park and 8 minutes' walk from Malecon.
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 13, 2024
Hotel was in a great location and the staff were wonderful.
Claire
Claire, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 18, 2024
Clean and spacious facility with attentive and helpful staff. Well situated to walk to all areas of Puerto Ayora, while being set back from the main streets so that it is quiet. Enjoyed my stay.
Lisa
Lisa, 6-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 28, 2024
Fantastic staff! So helpful and welcoming. Will stay here again!
Sohil
Sohil, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 28, 2024
This property is so unique in its design--like a Spanish villa. TIt is clean, bed comfortable, and well maintained. The staff was helpful and spoke enough English to communicate. The French/Spanish/English speaking young woman was outstanding. Very polite & did a great job of explaining about not using the water to brush our teeth or drink on the Islands, how they provided bottled water & a refill station. The breakfast was nice--eggs as omelet, fried, or scrambled. The mango juice was EXCELLENT! As was the papaya & pineapple we ate with breakfast.
There is not an elevator so if you have difficulty hauling your luggage (they will help)--or yourself up multiple, narrow flights of stairs, you should ask for a ground level room.
Naomi
Naomi, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 26, 2024
Mr. Brian Dean
Mr. Brian Dean, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 22, 2024
Very nice place. The property is quite and clean. Staffs are very nice and helpful. The location is very convenient. About 10 minutes walk to the pier for ferries to other islands and tour. i
Lei
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 15, 2024
Mr. Brian Dean
Mr. Brian Dean, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 12, 2024
Functional. Nothing fancy. But practical. Not on the waterfront. But the Marina is literally few minutes away. Lot of dining options. Athenia was very helpful at the front desk.
Savalai
Savalai, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 2, 2024
MARIO
MARIO, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 2, 2024
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 17, 2023
The Honeymoon Suite (same price as other rooms) is absolutely beautiful - rounded ceiling, ample space, private balcony, and 180 windows. The bed was huge and comfortable. Staff was highly attentive and provided many recommendations throughout. Would highly recommend!
Mateo
Mateo, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 31, 2023
Excellent Staff and Owners
Veronica
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Sep 9, 2022
The staff was horrible not friendly at all extremely expensive for a hotel that does not give 5 star experience. Rooms are outdated. Bathroom is ridiculously small. Tv reception was bad, wifi reception was bad. Breakfast , was the same breakfast everyday. For 200 a day you expect better.
Sabrina
Sabrina, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 5, 2022
The staff is friendly and accommodating. We were served good breakfast and the street where the hotel is located is clean.
Maria Ricci
Maria Ricci, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 10, 2022
Lynda
Lynda, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jan 5, 2022
Mainao Stay
Great location with a unique look and feel. The rooms are just okay, but the service was incredibly friendly and the breakfast was nice. It’s a place you’ll never forget just because if it’s unique vibe.
Paul
Paul, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 30, 2019
Great for family
good condition, only 4 mins walking distance to the pier (main street ) and the only fish market on the island, where you can buy lobster and brujo fish. 10 mins walking distance to the Charles Darwin Research Center.
Manuel
Manuel, 4-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 21, 2024
Excelente hotel
Personal sumamente amable, habitaciones amplias, muy cómodas y la limpieza impecable. Buen desayuno, buena ubicación.