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  • Hotel class: 3 of 5
  • Rooms: 21
Address:
Barrio Punta Estrada s/n
Puerto Ayora 00000
Ecuador
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“Loved It”

Finch Bay Eco Hotel

May 21, 2008

We were very skeptical as we had originally booked into the Royal Palm but had problems with our cruise being overbooked so we were put into the Finch Bay instead.

However, we loved the Finch Bay and thought the location was far preferable to our original selection of the Royal Palm.

Starting with our only negative, the rooms were very basic and not what we had hoped for but they were clean, comfortable and after all, we were barely in there. There was also very little to do in the evening but again, we tended to be up and out early so not really an issue but this may have been more of an issue if we had stayed for longer than 3 nights.

Other than that, everything was excellent. The food was very good, the staff were friendly and very helpful and the location was perfect. Defintely try and fit in a walk from the hotel to Tortugua Bay which is spectacular and one of the best beaches we have ever seen.

We also have to recommend a trip on the hotel's yacht which was a much better day out than any of our days on a separate 4 day cruise we had booked. The groups were much smaller and more personal than the big cruises. We also ended up swimming for ages with loads of dolphins which was truly magical until we spotted a Galapagos shark beneath us!

It's a really magical place and most definitely worth visiting.

This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
GlobeTrotterSupreme's Summary
Date of Stay: December 2007
Traveled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Hobbies / interest / culture
Age group: 25-34
Member since: May 21, 2008
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Great pool scene, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
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“It was pretty good”

Finch Bay Eco Hotel

May 19, 2008

Relatively small hotel. I went with fifteen other people and there were only about two other families there. If you have kids it may be better than staying on a boat, but the day trips are lengthy. If you really want to see all the Galapagos has to offer a boat may be better. The food was good and the guide was amazing. The hotel was filled with nice amenities, and the pool is nice. If you go on the website they make it sound like the beach in front is private, but in reality it has natives during the day. if you do stay here, if you have time make sure to go to Las Grietas. It is a tough walk up there, but it is a blast. Especially if you have a sense of adventure and want to climb up the side of a gorge and jump off into crystalline water. Also the wildlife is amazing.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Families with teens, and tourists
    • Disliked — Spring Breakers
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awesome123123's Summary
Date of Stay: January 2008
Traveled with: Family (extended)
Visit was for: Quality time with family
Age group: 13-17
Member since: May 19, 2008
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 3 of 5 stars Business service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Older travelers, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, Pet owners
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Beach / Sun, Other
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Average price*: $249 (year-round)
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“A Very Special Place”

Finch Bay Eco Hotel

5 of 5 stars
Morden Surrey
Apr 27, 2008

We stayed here for 5 nights in April 2007 following some time in Quito and a cruise round the islands.
We were tired from travelling as we approached the Finch Bay and found the silver sands of the secluded private beach a real tonic as we approached.
I cannot fault the service, food or accomodation on any front. The sight of the local birdlife making itself at home around the expansive pool and in the breakfast room was a joy to behold.
My 2 sons (11 and 6 at the time) were ecstatic about the hammocks and the jacuzzi, as well as the choice and quality of food.
The staff were overwhelmingly helpful, especially when my husband needed medical assistance which they arranged immediately and then sent a courier to pick up a prescription from the pharmacy free of charge.
The most wonderful place. Wish I was back there now.....

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Unusual layout of walkways and use of hammocks!
    • Disliked — No family rooms.
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scovvy's Summary
Date of Stay: April 2007
Traveled with: Family with young children
Visit was for: Personal event (wedding, ...)
Age group: 35-49
Member since: April 27, 2008
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 4 of 5 stars Business service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Families with young children
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, Pet owners
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Beach / Sun, Great food / Wine, Other
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Average price*: $249 (year-round)
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“A wonderful experience”

Finch Bay Eco Hotel

Mar 28, 2008

We stayed on the 5 day package at this hotel in December. It was a wonderful experience. The room was fairly basic, but the hammock was devine.

The restaurant was good and the food varied and interesting - only criticism was that there was too much!

The organised trips from the hotel were excellent, using the hotel's private yacht. The guides were excellent - very well informed, friendly and helpful.

The pool area was of a high standard, although we had little time to sit around.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — The restaurant and the organised trips
    • Disliked — Nothing
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LondonPatrick's Summary
Date of Stay: December 2007
Traveled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Hobbies / interest / culture
Age group: 50-64
Member since: May 07, 2007
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 3 of 5 stars Business service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Families with teenagers, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Pet owners
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Outdoor / Adventure, Other
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Average price*: $249 (year-round)
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“Not the quality they charge”

Finch Bay Eco Hotel

Mar 17, 2008
0/2 found this review helpful

A regular hotel in a wonderful place, Room are decent but not as expected for the price, Food was average

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Galapagos
    • Disliked — Price
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
JimChicag0's Summary
Date of Stay: February 2007
Traveled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Hobbies / interest / culture
Age group: 35-49
Member since: December 27, 2007
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 2 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
    • 3 of 5 stars Business service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
probably not
I recommend this hotel for:
An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway
I do not recommend this hotel for:
People with disabilities, Older travelers, Pet owners, Families with young children, Tourists
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Average price*: $249 (year-round)
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Barrio Punta Estrada s/n, Puerto Ayora 00000, Ecuador