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Semilla Verde Boutique Hotel

3.5 star property
Unwind in nature's beauty with rejuvenating massages, delicious meals, or simply lounging by an inviting pool.

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Semilla Verde Boutique Hotel offers rural charm with personalized breakfasts and spa massages. Guests relax on the terrace, swim in the pool, or dine at the restaurant while kids enjoy the playground. Attentive staff and free WiFi enhance the experience.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Exclusive Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Renovated in 2016
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Futon OR 1 Queen Bed, 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Futon

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Deluxe Double Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Renovated in 2016
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Renovated in 2016
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Economy Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Renovated in 2016
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood

Located in Bella Vista, Semilla Verde Boutique Hotel is in a rural area and in a national park. Las Grietas and Gus Angermeyer Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Galápagos National Park and El Chato Ranch. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby. Visit our Bella Vista travel guide
Map
Km 12 via Baltra, Bella Vista, Santa Cruz

What's nearby

  • Listen to the silence. #Patterns
    Las Ninfas Lagoon
    38 min drive - 14.2 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
    38 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Malecon
    38 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Las Grietas
    38 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Playa de los Alemanes
    62 min drive - 14.8 km

Getting around

  • Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour)
    67 min drive

Restaurants

  • Islander Coffee Roasters
    19 min drive
  • 1835 Coffee Lab
    20 min drive
  • Dimati
    19 min drive
  • TJ Restaurant
    19 min drive
  • Il Giardino
    20 min drive

About this property

Semilla Verde Boutique Hotel

Family-friendly hotel in a rural location, remodeled in 2016
Consider a stay at Semilla Verde Boutique Hotel and take advantage of free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. Treat yourself to a massage at the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant offers lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and a playground.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge), a TV in the lobby, and smoke-free premises
  • Concierge services, a porter/bellhop, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Highchairs, childcare services, and travel cribs
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and hair dryers
  • LED TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, balconies, and ceiling fans

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)
  • Travel crib

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Renovated entire property - 2016
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 4 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property 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 travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing they are not a resident of Ecuador.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 4 percent

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Property is also known as

Semilla Verde Boutique Hotel Puerto Ayora
Semilla Verde Boutique Puerto Ayora
Semilla Verde Boutique
Semilla Verde Boutique
Semilla Verde Boutique Hotel Hotel
Semilla Verde Boutique Hotel Bella Vista
Semilla Verde Boutique Hotel Hotel Bella Vista

Frequently asked questions

Does Semilla Verde Boutique Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Semilla Verde Boutique Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Semilla Verde Boutique Hotel?

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Semilla Verde Boutique Hotel?

Check-out is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Semilla Verde Boutique Hotel located?

This family-friendly Bella Vista hotel is located in a national park, steps from Galápagos National Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Los Gemelos Sinkholes and El Chato Ranch. Lava Tunnel and Rancho Primicias are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Semilla Verde Boutique Hotel Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

10

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 61 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bidzina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An amazing place to stay. The staff are super friendly and nice, while the hotel garden is as good as any botanical garden, with plenty of turtles and lizards. A bit far from the town, but takes 7$ and 20 min to get there, so not an issue.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay at this green, beautiful property! Meals on site were delicious. Great trails for walking. Comfortable, stylish rooms and common rooms. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

KURSAD

Liked: Amenities
Katya the manager is an amazing person helpful and ,polite
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacques

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful location

Our stay at Semilla Verde was truly memorable. We instantly felt welcomes by Cattya and her team at their wonderfully unique property. Giant tortoises roam freely and many were present on the vast property grounds during our stay, which adds to the overall experience. Being in the highlands, the views were stunning and the weather refreshing. Given the island of Santa Cruz is small, any location is a short taxi ride away, which is easily arranged by the property team. We also enjoyed (and made us of) the home cooked meals on site, the swimming pool and the excellent yoga studio. We are delighted we chose to stay here during our visit to Santa Cruz Island and we wouldn't hesitate to stay here again for any return visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Tranquility in the Galapagos

What a perfect way to experience the Galapagos islands! So happy my wife and I chose Semilla Verde Boutique Hotel over a hotel in the town. The grounds are wonderful. We walked the paths and saw the tortoises multiple times per day. It was an easy 10 minute taxi into town for tours, restaurants and other activity when we needed it. But we loved the quiet and tranquility at Semilla Verde. The pool is refreshing. The staff are so helpful and friendly. The coffee is grown on the property and makes an amazing breakfast even better. And we used the yoga/fitness studio every morning. What a perfect hotel for us. Highly recommend. And we used Guiding Galapagos Tours, who also made our stay in Galapagos an amazing experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for 4 nights and the property and staff are GREAT! Cattya was very helpful and knowledgeable about things to do in the area. She did arrange transportation from the airport which was a huge benefit as the driver met us as we arrived and had the bus, boat and taxi transporting all set. Cannot say enough good things about her. The property is amazing as there are giant tortoises all over, we counted 12 when we walked on the trail! There was even one that stayed right out the door at night, pretty cool. Was great having breakfast every morning and then heading out for the day. Very quiet and nice to come back to after being active all day. Would most definitely stay again and will recommend to our family and friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is incredible and so uniquely different in our opinions. We did a fair amount of research and comparisons before we booked this hotel and the stay recently has proved that we made the right choice. This hotel is in the highlands so a taxi is required to get into town but we expected that so it is not an issue. The host was very welcoming, the services were top notch and friendly. The property has a homely feeling and Sava the dog was a delight to be hanging around with. The daily sightings of the tortoises was the highlight of our stay as we love love them. All in all, it was a very enjoyable and memorable stay for us and we will always appreciate it. Thank you to the team who worked so hard to make our stay such an incredible experience. This
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great. The included breakfast was delicious. We stayed one night and had dinner which was one of the best meals on Santa Cruz. What really set the hotel apart from others was the fact that we were able to check in when we arrived at 10:30 am. The grounds were beautiful with about 15 to 20 giant tortoises roaming freely among coffee, banana and orange trees. I would definitely recommend them.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

syeed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

An excellent stay. Cattya, the manager of the hotel was superb. She gave us timely information and organised the transfer of my luggage to Baltra airport whilst I was stuck at Isabela (due to tsunami alert). The food was lovely, both at breakfast and dinner. I would highly recommend to stay here. The great thing is that we had giant tortoise in the back garden. No need to go El Chato Ranch. You have nature in your back yard. Make sure you stay here if you make a trip out to Santa Cruz. It is mid way between the main town and the itabaca channel. It is $10 into town.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We were here for one night leading up to our cruise out of Baltra Island. The stay worked well for us for the short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc-André

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We got to see giant turtles on the hotel grounds. Staff was very pleasant and made our stay excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

dietlinde

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Most amazing hotel. Recommend to everyone.

I’ve traveled allot and this place is incredible for service, location (gardens are beautiful with many giant tortoises), food, and atmosphere. You are making a mistake if you stay anywhere else.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

SHWU

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The service is very good and the environment is quiet the view is excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eva

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic host and property! Very beautiful
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely amazing facilities, with trails and tortoises on the property. Beautiful view of the ocean.

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is exceptional from the rooms, to the food, to the service to the grounds. I will definitely return and recommend highly.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catalin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful time at Semilla Verde. Thanks Robert and Cathya for making our stay unforgettable, your place is fantastic. We loved every minute of it!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michele Gottlieb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome property and great personalized friendly service. Meals are excellent. So relaxing and able to chill in nature. Giant tortoises roam the property!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

tracie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here three nights and wish it would have been more. Lovely place with tortoises galore. So nice to be in a quiet area yet a quick cab ride from the city. $7 for cab and Semilla arranged it every time. Great area with walking paths. Food and dining area was also superb.

10/10 Excellent

Edem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Semila Verde Hotel on the edge of Santa Cruz Island in the Galapagos is a stunning and serene retreat. The property is beautifully maintained, and it's a unique experience to see giant turtles wandering freely around the grounds. The hotel offers delicious local dishes that truly capture the flavors of the region. The staff were incredibly friendly and went above and beyond, arranging all transportation to and from the airport and the city, making the stay seamless. It was a wonderful experience, and I would highly recommend this hidden gem for anyone visiting the Galapagos.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Magical! Beautiful property close to town. Friendly team, wonderful breakfast… and tortoises in their natural habitat! On a walk around the property, we saw 10 the first day! We had room 3 - it had a view of the pond where the tortoises grazed and swam - literally right outside our room. If you are visiting the Galapagos, this is a must-stay experience!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing Property!

The property is amazing! Cattya, the property manager is amazing! So accommodating and helpful. The grounds are full of tortoises, and birds, just absolutely gorgeous. Breakfast is made to order and is served hot. Such a relaxing time, and a must stay if you are in the Galapagos Islands.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is a bit out of the way, which makes it very peaceful and quiet but also a tad inconvenient. Taxis were necessary daily to get anyplace, but only about $8 each way. Rooms were nice, grounds were spectacular, and service stellar. The resident tortoises were visible daily, and the property manager spoke perfect English and did a fabulous job recommending activities, restaurants, arranging transport, etc. Everyone in our party agreed we chose the best place to stay, and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What a great property! We explored the property every day and found tortoises everywhere. The food was good- especially the lunch we had preordered for our arrival. We are vegans and it was perfect. The Manager, Shania, was really helpful and exceptional at her job. The rest of the staff was great as well. Our only complaint was that we were in room 7 in the main building. We were above the kitchen and the noise at 6:15am was as if we were sleeping in the kitchen. Until that sound proof the kitchen I would stay in the other building even though those are not the deluxe rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

An Absolute Gem of a Hotel

It took me several days to select the perfect hotel for my father and I but ultimately, I chose Semilla Verde because I read a few dozen reviews and they all glorified this place. It’s BETTER than advertised, if that’s even possible. This hotel is tucked away in Bellavista away from the crowded tourism. The days we were there, we saw 12 turtles on the property although reports were that there was twice as many. As soon as we arrived, we were greeted with warm smiles from the entire staff. Evelyn and her Aunt are wonderful women and amazing cooks. Cattya, the awesome manager on the property, made us feel like family. She was very accommodating and made time to make us feel at home. Even before our arrival, she was in constant communication with me about our stay and helped reserve our tour of the Chato Ranch and twin craters with tour guide, Duncan Divine. He was incredible… a walking encyclopedia who balanced informing us of the island while personalizing our tour to the ambiance we wanted. The food at the hotel is 5-star… homemade, fresh, delicious, and the menu was eclectic yet perfect for every meal. There was NO reason to eat any meal outside of the hotel, it was that good. Overall, I can’t sing enough praises of this place. You will NOT be disappointed if you book here for your trip to the Galapagos. The reviews are what they are for a reason… and I confirmed that during our stay there. This is truly a 10/10 hotel. Perfection.
I woke up one morning to my Dad taking it all in from our deck hammock
The first turtle we saw on the property
Our first lunch… amazing!
The second turtle we saw on the property 🙌🏼
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023