Isla del Descanso

Property class: 2

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You can look forward to free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe at Isla del Descanso. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and dry cleaning/laundry services are available to all guests.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Room options

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Comfort Double or Twin Room

  • City view
  • 452 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Large Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Comfort Twin Room

  • City view
  • 452 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Comfort Triple Room

  • City view
  • 452 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Comfort Quadruple Room

  • City view
  • 495 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Comfort Quadruple Room

  • City view
  • 495 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi
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About the neighborhood

Located in Puerto Villamil, Isla del Descanso is in the city center and near the airport. Wall of Tears Historical Site is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Galápagos National Park and Concha de Perla Nature Park. Snorkeling and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Puerto Villamil travel guide
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16 de marzo y fragatas, Puerto Villamil, Islas Galápagos, 200103

What's nearby

  • A large group of marine iguanas on a rocky shoreline with a mountain in the background.
    Galápagos National Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • A large marine iguana on a rocky beach with a ship in the background.
    Puerto Villamil Beach
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • El Embarcadero Pier
    18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Posada de Flamengos
    4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Concha de Perla Nature Park
    7 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • José de Villamil Airport (IBB)
    11 min drive

Restaurants

  • Gracias Madre
    4 min walk
  • BJ Beach Club
    5 min walk
  • Booby Trap
    6 min walk
  • Shawarma Hot
    5 min walk
  • Rustic Island
    6 min walk

About this property

Isla del Descanso

  • Hostel near Galápagos National Park
  • You can look forward to free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe at Isla del Descanso. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services.
  • Additional perks include:
  • Tour/ticket assistance and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Isla del Descanso have perks such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities like free WiFi and air conditioning.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
    • Wardrobes/closets, housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

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  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 9:00 AM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from November 1 2025 to November 30 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Administrative fee: USD 10 per accommodation, per stay
  • 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.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Isla del Descanso pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

This hostel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Isla del Descanso?

Check-in start time: 9:00 AM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Isla del Descanso?

Check-out is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Isla del Descanso located?

Located in the heart of Puerto Villamil, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Galápagos National Park and Puerto Villamil Beach. El Embarcadero Pier and Concha de Perla Nature Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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