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Hotel Albemarle

3.5 star property
Puerto Villamil beachfront hotel with outdoor pool

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Beach/ocean view
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Double or Twin Room, Sea View | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Front of property
Lobby lounge
VIP Access

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Area shuttle
  • Cruise ship terminal shuttle
  • Ferry terminal shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
For families
  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
The price is $242
includes taxes & fees
$242 per night
Dec 1 - Dec 2

Room options

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Double Room, Partial Sea View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 280 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Room, Sea View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 315 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Double or Twin Room, Sea View | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Double or Twin Room, Sea View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Room, Pool View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 345 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Large Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Double or Twin Room, Pool View | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Double or Twin Room, Pool View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Puerto Villamil Beach Malecon, Los Jieles s/n y Las Fragatas, Puerto Villamil, Galapagos, 200250

What's nearby

  • Puerto Villamil Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • El Embarcadero Pier - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Concha de Perla Nature Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Posada de Flamengos - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Wall of Tears Historical Site - 9 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • José de Villamil Airport (IBB) - 12 min drive
  • Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour) - 59.7 miles/96.1 km
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Shawarma Hot - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Las Palmeras - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Beach - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪El Cafetal - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pan & Vino - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hotel Albemarle

Hotel Albemarle offers a fantastic location, putting you just steps from Galápagos National Park. After having fun at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe. Other highlights at this Mediterranean hotel include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 16 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
  • Contactless check-in available
  • Express check-out available
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
  • Contactless check-out available
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • Guests must transfer via airplane or boat to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
  • This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal and ferry terminal (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
  • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

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 (2 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
  • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms

Parking

  • Free offsite parking within 33 ft
  • Street parking available

Transfers

  • Cruise terminal shuttle*
  • Ferry terminal shuttle*

Offsite

  • Area shuttle within 15 kilometers*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Private picnics
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Private winery tours
  • Winery release events
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Communal living room
  • An outdoor pool
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Mediterranean architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 1
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch LED TV
  • Premium digital channels
  • Pay movies

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Slippers
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Free crib/infant bed

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Champagne service

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps

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.

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 10 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
Long-term renters welcome.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Also known as

Albemarle Puerto Villamil
Hotel Albemarle Puerto Villamil
Hotel Albemarle Hotel
Hotel Albemarle Puerto Villamil
Hotel Albemarle Hotel Puerto Villamil

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Albemarle offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Albemarle does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Hotel Albemarle?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Albemarle?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Albemarle?
No, unfortunately, but there's free parking nearby.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Albemarle?
Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Hotel Albemarle and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like boat tours, hiking, and horseback riding. Additional recreation nearby includes spelunking and ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around Hotel Albemarle like?
Hotel Albemarle is on Puerto Villamil Beach, a short 1-minute walk from Galápagos National Park and 15 minutes' walk from El Embarcadero Pier.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

We had a great stay!
Constanza Vidaurri, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

The staff here was excellent and the bed was really comfortable.
Stephanie, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

It is a beautiful and comfortable hotel on the beach, with very good beds and delicious breakfast. The staff is very kind and helpful. However, it can get really noisy during the weekend (we stayed 3 nights) because it is located right behind the town's main square where there are very loud speakers during the day. Also, there's a soccer field next to the hotel, also with loud speakers until late at night, and they played several times on Saturday and Sunday. Monday night was quiet.
Ulpiana, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Nice hotel, uneven service.
Spent 3 nights here. The hotel was as advertised - right across from the beach, bright and well appointed with a small balcony that opened out to the road across from the beach. The internet was wonky - there were at least 3 different wifis, none of which worked all that week from our room (first floor, beach facing). Breakfast was good, the pool was nice and in an open area. When we confirmed, as required that we would arrive on our date and time, the day before via ferry, the hotel rep responded “we’ll be waiting for you.” No one showed up at the dock, when we asked the desk attendant she flatly said “we don’t do that, I’m not sure who told you that” - so we showed the message, and the response was “someone in Quito wrote that, I don’t know why, I’ll look into it.” We didn’t hear back. Finally, be forewarned, they billed us for the room a full 2 months before the trip (even before the cancellation/refund period lapsed) “to reserve our room” because of high season. Not a huge problem, just not something that was expected based on selecting the “pay at the property” option.
Eric, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful hotel and staff. Very attentive to our every need and highly recommend.
Susanna, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Alyss, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The property and people were great. Their is a community soccer field adjoining the property on the side I stayed on and my room has an open screen window. Their were soccer games and music often in the mornings and one night until midnight, so it was noisy.
Tommy, 6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Carol, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Great staff service
Joseph C, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Overall this place was nice and we would stay there again. However, there were a couple of things that we would say, could make things a bit better. First, WiFi in the rooms. They had WiFi in the common area but when you’re on vacation and planning, sometimes you just want to lay down or post some pictures. Second, the VIP breakfast we received (for one day only) was subpar and it’s not worth the $12 per person/per day they charge. You can get a better breakfast somewhere else. Lastly, they have the hot tub as an amenity but they no longer have it. Bring it back! It would have been amazing to relax in there after the Sierra Negra hike.
Jason, 5-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

My husband and I loved this property, staff and the island. Food was great, room was great! Excellent experience. Beautiful setting located right on the ocean. Bath and bed linens were top quality! Will stay there again.
lesley, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Shawna, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic place
Best hotel on the island. Wonderful location, amazing view from the beach facing rooms. Incredibly helpful staff. I booked for 2 nights and then extended for a full week. Definitely a highlight of my 4-week stay in the Galapagos. The staff can make recommendations and assist with whatever you need. Bicycle rentals, laundry, tour offices all nearby. Do not hesitate to book this property. Isla Isabela has a laid back vibe but plenty to do. Giant tortoises on the bike path, and marine iguans everywhere.
Beatrice, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Parker, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Highly recommended. The hotel has great service. The staff is really amazing and accommodating. Would definitely stay again.
Daniel, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nice and friendly hotel right in front of a beach
Louis and the staff are very friendly. Room was big. Breakfast was good. No internet in the room was a little annoying as we had to step out of the room for internet connection. Nice beach in front of the hotel.
yaron, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We stayed 7 days at beautiful Hotel Albemarle. The location was perfect, with gorgeous white-sand Isabela beach just steps out the front door of the hotel. We had an ocean-facing room which included a small balcony with seats to relax and enjoy the beautiful view. The room was spotlessly clean and comfortable. We loved the beautiful French doors which opened to the balcony and let in the ocean breeze and sound of the waves crashing onto shore---very relaxing! A roof top sun terrace was a great place to have a drink and enjoy watching the sun set. We enjoyed a coffee each morning poolside while we planned our activities for the day. The property was well maintained, beautiful and clean. Staff were extremely helpful and accommodating. Breakfast is not included and costs $12 per person which seemed about average compared to nearby restaurants. We generally went to a mini market to buy some fruit each day rather than buy the full breakfast. The only thing I would have preferred would be a coffee pot in our room or coffee available downstairs earlier in the morning. Coffee isn't available until 7am and if you are an early riser it's difficult to wait that long for a cup of coffee! This is the only higher-end hotel I've stayed in that hasn't included a coffee pot in-room. However, that is a minor complaint. Overall we had an excellent stay and would highly recommend the property!
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Poor planning on my part, I would have loved to stay there, Do your homework 😊
Layne, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The Front desk receptionist is super nice to us, allowing us to have a late checkout after our diving tour, so that we could take a shower before our Ferry. All the amenities, location, and all other things are probably the best on this island that you could find.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Nice view.
Sheri, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

The staff were more interested in their own music as we struggled with our luggage the young man at the desk played his game on the computer in full sight. We asked for hard boiled eggs for an early departure and that was ignored.
krystyna, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Juliet, the manager, checked on us consistently to make sure we were happy and had what we needed. Amazing.
Sheryl, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Property was located on the water. The rooms were nicely furnished. Location was in the middle of town- close to everything. Best of all was the hospitality of the front desk ladies.
leslie, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Albemarle and iguana Crossing are two best hotels in Isabela. Very thoughtful staff and beautiful rooms with beach view. WiFi needs upgrading
Alina, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Sarah, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

General property information

Travelers Say
"From the moment we arrived in Albemarle felt like home. The rooms were large, comfortable, and very clean, the view was like a dream, and the staff truly went above and beyond to make sure that everything was just perfect for us (from wonderful tips for getting the most out of your time on the island to what the best restaurants for your dietary needs and aloe vera for your sunburn, they really helped with it all!)"
Reasons to Book
Beautiful Rooms & Property Cleanliness
Check-In Time
1:00 PM
Check-Out Time
9:00 AM