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Hostal Sir Francis Drake

Name: Hostal Sir Francis Drake
Address: Av. Baltra y Charles Binford, Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz, Galapagos, Ecuador, 200102, Av. Baltra y Charles Binford, Galapagos, 200102, Ecuador
Rating: 7.4

Others

7.4

/10

Pleasant

68 reviews

What Guests Say About Their Stay

Bruce6

10.0

/ 10

Great place. Third floor has sea breeze and nice little balcony/patio. It is about a block from ocean and right around the corner from a great little row of restaurants. Honey, who runs the place seems to know about everything going on and is a great font of information. We enjoyed our stay.

Um

10.0

/ 10

Short walk to the port and close to many restaurants and cafes! The owner is most helpful. It was a good base from which to explore the neighbouring islands!!

Verified traveler

10.0

/ 10

The rooms were cleaned daily, staff was very friendly, great meals in their kitchen, can walk everywhere from the hostel.

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Av. Baltra y Charles Binford, Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz, Galapagos, Ecuador, 200102

Main Facilities

WiFi

Near Gus Angermeyer Ferry Terminal

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Av. Baltra y Charles Binford, Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz, Galapagos, Ecuador, 200102

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General

Near Gus Angermeyer Ferry Terminal

Location

With a stay at Hostal Sir Francis Drake, you'll be centrally located in Puerto Ayora, steps from Galápagos National Park and Academy Bay. This hostal is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Las Ninfas Lagoon and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Tortuga Bay Beach.

Attractions

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Galápagos National Park - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Academy Bay - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Gus Angermeyer Ferry Terminal - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Las Grietas - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Malecon - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Las Ninfas Lagoon - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Fishing Piers - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Playa de los Alemanes - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Charles Darwin Research Station - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Tortuga Bay Beach - 4.5 km / 2.8 mi
El Garrapatero Beach - 21.1 km / 13.1 mi
El Chato Ranch - 21.4 km / 13.3 mi
Lava Tunnel - 21.4 km / 13.3 mi
Rancho Primicias - 21.5 km / 13.4 mi
Los Gemelos Sinkholes - 21.6 km / 13.4 mi

The preferred airport for Hostal Sir Francis Drake is Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour) - 47.8 km / 29.7 mi

Facilities

Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance.

Business Facilities

The front desk is staffed during limited hours. A roundtrip airport shuttle is available for a surcharge.

Dining

Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of Hostal Sir Francis Drake.

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 30 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include desks and ceiling fans, and housekeeping is provided daily.

All facilities in Hostal Sir Francis Drake

Functional Hall

Common Space

Lobby

Exterior

Others

Public Facilities

Smoke-free area
Safety deposit box

Transportation

Airport transfer

Things to Do

Garden

Food and Drinks

Snack bar

Connectivity

Free WiFi

Accommodation Policy & General Information in Hostal Sir Francis Drake

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Important Note

Planning to check in outside the check-in time (such as early morning or late in the evening)? You can arrange it directly with the property!

Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.
Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Check-in/Check-out Time

Check-in:

08:00 - 19:00

Check-out:

Before 11:00

A late check-out fee will be charged

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Pets Not Allowed

Property does not require health documentation at check-in, Professional property host/manager, Contactless check-out is available, No cribs (infant beds) available, No rollaway/extra beds available, On bay, Beach nearby, Cashless transactions are available, Contactless check-in is available, Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing, No elevators

General Information

Popular Facilities	WiFi
Check-In / Check-Out Time	From 08:00 - 19:00 - to 11:00
Available rooms at Hostal Sir Francis Drake	30
Another facilities in Hostal Sir Francis Drake	Smoke-free area, Safety deposit box, Airport transfer, Garden, Snack bar

Frequently asked question in Hostal Sir Francis Drake

What are available facilities at Hostal Sir Francis Drake?

There are top facilites at Hostal Sir Francis Drake such as WiFi. (some may require extra charges)

What is normal check-in & check-out time at Hostal Sir Francis Drake?

The standard check-in time at Hostal Sir Francis Drake is starting from 08:00 - 19:00 while the latest check-out time is at Before 11:00

What is the star rating of Hostal Sir Francis Drake?

Hostal Sir Francis Drake is a 2.5-star hotel.

How many rooms are available at Hostal Sir Francis Drake?

Hostal Sir Francis Drake has 30 rooms in total.

Does Hostal Sir Francis Drake provide airport transfer?

Yes, Hostal Sir Francis Drake provides airport transfer upon request. Please contact the hotel directly for more information.

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Overall Ratings & Reviews Hostal Sir Francis Drake

Other sources (68)

7.4

Pleasant

From 68 reviews

Cleanliness

7.8

Room Comfort

7.4

Service and Facilites

7.0

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John

10.0

/10

Reviewed 51 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Great location!

Simone

Leisure

4.0

/10

Reviewed 72 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Mike

Leisure

8.0

/10

Reviewed 109 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

This hotel is located right next to “restaurant row” which is a street with many dining options and geared mostly toward the tourists. The hotel A/C and Wi-Fi worked well, and I had a comfortable night here. There is a motion sensor hall light that shines into the room through the top windows and some noise as they walk by. It gets quiet after 10:00 so not too much of an inconvenience. Staff helped me with bus arrangements. There is an upstairs lounge area that overlooks the street and would be a nice spot to visit with friends.

Danny

4.0

/10

Reviewed 126 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I booked the place online with the option to pay at the check-in, but they did not have the option for credit or debit card, so I had to pay by cash which was not in my budget

Ruth

Leisure with Partner

4.0

/10

Reviewed 196 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

This hotel is old, mouldy and run down. I’m sure it was lovely in its prime but now things are broken, mildewy and shabby. Mould on the bathroom ceiling, broken soap dispensers, broken mosquito blinds, windows that don’t close properly and lack of information in the room. (i.e. you have to go back to reception to ask for a hairdryer and the wifi code). The table in the room was rusty and no spare pillows available. We wouldn’t recommend staying here.

Bruce6

Leisure with Partner

10.0

/10

Reviewed 223 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Olchik

Leisure

8.0

/10

Reviewed 324 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Check in went smooth, however the receptionist didn't provide me with the wifi upon check in. she told me to come see her after. but after she was nowhere to be found. One of the other guests shared the wifi password with me. The wifi was very poor in the room, lobby was great. The lighting in the hallway is was at was very poorly lit. also going down the staircase, sometimes the automated lights wouldn't go on and i would have to walk semi-dark downstairs.

Verified traveler

Leisure Family

6.0

/10

Reviewed 326 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Ok for the price. Only room in Galapagos that had a tv (not that we used it). Good working a/c, comfy beds, quiet, filtered water available. Bathroom was pretty smelly, not really well cleaned. Very close to pier, right in downtown.

Sue

Leisure with Friends

10.0

/10

Reviewed 330 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Staff very, very friendly . Excellent location....

Leisure with Friends

10.0

/10

Reviewed 337 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Short walk to the port and close to many restaurants and cafes! The owner is most helpful. It was a good base from which to explore the neighbouring islands!!

Rhonda

Leisure with Partner

8.0

/10

Reviewed 372 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Staff is very friendly. Room was clean. AC was good. WIFI non existent in rooms- should be working for the price.

MargaritSanchez

Friends and Family Family

4.0

/10

Reviewed 374 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

My room had a lot of ants all around the room everywhere it was bad and the front desk said that they will send the fumigador and i said no that i want another room.

Selina

4.0

/10

Reviewed 374 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Rude and unhelpful place. Really noisy. But, it was a place to get my head down

David

Leisure

8.0

/10

Reviewed 384 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Very good location and friendly staff. Melanie (young woman at reception) went out of her way to help and make sure everything was good. Rooms are quite different so check around. It seems a bit cheaper if you just book when you get there. WiFi is ok but not great, hot water is available but often takes a while to get hot. I didn't have breakfast included in my rate ($42 a night, more or less in early Dec 2018), so the value was not the best. With breakfast included and hot water for coffee and tea, it would be better value. But a very good value location and very good location.

Verified traveler

with Friends

6.0

/10

Reviewed 384 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

The location is very convenient. But the room is just in average quality.

Verified traveler

8.0

/10

Reviewed 384 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

When I go to Galapagos I look for a clean, safe place, close to everything, at a good price. This is what I found in Sir Francis Drake Hostal. It is an unpretentious place offering all that I need, so that I can have a good night of sleep with air conditioner, a good shower with hot water, closeness to all the action of the island and access to all the other islands.

Michael B

Family

8.0

/10

Reviewed 384 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Great simple hostel. Perfect location and nice and clean.

Verified traveler

4.0

/10

Reviewed 388 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The wifi and air conditioner didnt work. Breakfast is not included.

Traveler

4.0

/10

Reviewed 389 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Very disappointing !!! We have group of 12 travelers. We had booked this hotel for 3 nights on Nov, 26 - 29, 2018. #1: The price we booked is included breakfast. But when we arrive there we were told the breakfast must pay $5.50 USD before 7:30 am. They are local business and know all type of day-tours start around 7:30 am. So we can not get our breakfast even though breakfast box. This is trick and they try to charge twice for breakfast from travelers. #2: This hotel do not have enough hot water to support all rooms.

Joseph G Ward

6.0

/10

Reviewed 394 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

The staff is blaise, the breakfast is quite lame (with poor service), the room had 2 small windows located 2 meters up and the wifi is very slooow. The room was very clean and a comfortable bed. I am certain there are better options.

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