Mainao

Property class: 3.5

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At Mainao, you can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The current price is SAR 518
SAR 570 total
23 Nov - 24 Nov

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, wooden furniture, a TV, and a small table with a bottle and remote controls.

Standard Double or Twin Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with three wooden beds, each with orange bedding, a wooden nightstand, a wooden chair, and a wooden wardrobe.

Standard Triple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with four beds, each with orange bedding and white towels. There is a wooden wardrobe, a small table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Standard Quadruple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Puerto Ayora, Mainao is near the beach. Gus Angermeyer Ferry Terminal and Las Grietas 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. Visit our Puerto Ayora travel guide
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Matazarnos, Indefatigable, Puerto Ayora, Islas Galápagos, 200350

What's nearby

  • Row of water taxis in the harbor in Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos, Ecuador
    Academy Bay
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A wooden bridge with railings leading to a small wooden platform over water.
    Las Ninfas Lagoon
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Fishing Piers
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Malecon
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Gus Angermeyer Ferry Terminal
    7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour)
    81 min drive

Restaurants

  • Islander Coffee Roasters
    5 min walk
  • Øy
    5 min walk
  • Golden Prague Galapagos
    4 min walk
  • Red Tuna
    4 min walk
  • Isla Grill
    3 min walk

About this property

Mainao

  • Hotel near Galápagos National Park
  • Consider a stay at Mainao and take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • Multilingual staff, a TV in the lobby, and a front-desk safe
    • A 24-hour front desk, barbecue grills, and a computer station
    • A water dispenser and tour/ticket assistance
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Mainao boast thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Rainfall showers and shampoo
    • LCD TVs with premium channels
    • Daily housekeeping, electrical adapters/chargers, and phones

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Frequently asked questions

Is Mainao pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Mainao?

As of 23 Shawwal 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mainao on 23 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 2026 start from SAR 518, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Mainao doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Mainao?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Mainao?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mainao located?

Situated by the sea, this hotel is steps from Galápagos National Park and Fishing Piers. Academy Bay and Gus Angermeyer Ferry Terminal are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Mainao Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was in a great location and the staff were wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Really good service!!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel Mainao is a hidden gem in Puerto Ayora. Spacious, clean rooms, delicious breakfast offerings, courteous and efficient staff, and striking Barcelona-inspired architecture make this family - owned hotel a top choice when holidaying in the Galápagos.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Love it!

Excellent stay for 2 nights. Super friendly staff and the breakfast was delicious. Would stay again. Beds very comfortable. Close to the main road.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property design itself is unique. It’s close to the main avenue, but still private. The staff was exemplary, everything about our stay was 10/10. Muchisima gracias!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean and spacious facility with attentive and helpful staff. Well situated to walk to all areas of Puerto Ayora, while being set back from the main streets so that it is quiet. Enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic staff! So helpful and welcoming. Will stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Very nice place. The property is quite and clean. Staffs are very nice and helpful. The location is very convenient. About 10 minutes walk to the pier for ferries to other islands and tour. i
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our 10 night stay at family-owned Hotel Mainao was delightful and memorable. We enjoyed its beautiful Barcelona-inspired architecture, striking mosaic tile motifs, clean rooms and an expansive terrace overlooking a quaint, quiet street. Athenea, Amanda and Alex are excellent hosts and gave us their very best attention, while the kitchen staff provided a sumptuous breakfast each morning. We felt at home throughout our stay. Thank you for everything! !gracias para todos!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Great Spot, Weak WiFi

Loved the location of this place! The neighborhood felt very safe, and I was completely comfortable walking around on my own. The staff were consistently pleasant and helpful throughout my stay. I’m giving it 4 stars instead of 5 because the WiFi was very unreliable. I had to go to nearby coffee shops just to get a stable connection. Otherwise, it was a great experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Functional. Nothing fancy. But practical. Not on the waterfront. But the Marina is literally few minutes away. Lot of dining options. Athenia was very helpful at the front desk.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is so unique in its design--like a Spanish villa. TIt is clean, bed comfortable, and well maintained. The staff was helpful and spoke enough English to communicate. The French/Spanish/English speaking young woman was outstanding. Very polite & did a great job of explaining about not using the water to brush our teeth or drink on the Islands, how they provided bottled water & a refill station. The breakfast was nice--eggs as omelet, fried, or scrambled. The mango juice was EXCELLENT! As was the papaya & pineapple we ate with breakfast. There is not an elevator so if you have difficulty hauling your luggage (they will help)--or yourself up multiple, narrow flights of stairs, you should ask for a ground level room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Fabulous stay great location and I highly recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Great place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Staff and Owners
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful Hotel

Honestly, I couldn't imagine a better place to stay in the Galapagos! The staff at the hotel was beyond helpful and always was looking to make our trip better. They helped us plan some activities on days when we had some free time. It is close walking distance to the Main Street and an easy and quick 10 minute walk to the pier and supermarket. If I ever go back to the Galapagos I will 100% be staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The Honeymoon Suite (same price as other rooms) is absolutely beautiful - rounded ceiling, ample space, private balcony, and 180 windows. The bed was huge and comfortable. Staff was highly attentive and provided many recommendations throughout. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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I like it!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was horrible not friendly at all extremely expensive for a hotel that does not give 5 star experience. Rooms are outdated. Bathroom is ridiculously small. Tv reception was bad, wifi reception was bad. Breakfast , was the same breakfast everyday. For 200 a day you expect better.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Todo estuvo muy bien. Excelente ubicación.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Tolle Lage-tolles Hotel

Tolles Hotel zu tollem Preis. Super nettes Personal
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ótimo

Quarto amplo, chuveiro maravilhoso, cama confortável. Todos muito atenciosos.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Excelente hotel

Personal sumamente amable, habitaciones amplias, muy cómodas y la limpieza impecable. Buen desayuno, buena ubicación.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Buen servicio, cerca de todo
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024