10 Best Airbnb Vacation Rentals In Galápagos Islands, Ecuador

Kezhia
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You’ve probably heard of the Galápagos Islands before and for a good reason. This archipelago of 19 islands, located in the Pacific Ocean and part of Ecuador, is a UNESCO World Heritage site. It is one of the most beautiful islands in the world that is home to a diverse marine life. There are plenty of activities to do and sites to see in the Galápagos Islands. You can go snorkeling, kayaking, diving, or hiking. You can also see a lot of wildlife, such as penguins, tortoises, marine iguanas, blue-footed boobies, and so much more! So if you’re planning to visit the islands soon, read more to see our list of the best Airbnb vacation rentals in Galápagos Islands, Ecuador.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on October 26, 2025.

1. Cozy home in a safe neighborhood (from USD 101)

Feel comfortable in this clean and spacious two-bedroom home that is perfect for up to five guests. Located in a safe neighborhood in Puerto Ayora, this rental is only a few minutes from the city center. So, whenever you feel like it, you can easily explore the city and see what the Galápagos Islands have to offer.

If you feel like staying in, you can make use of home features such as a well-equipped kitchen, Wi-Fi, HDTV, backyard with a barbecue grill, and an outdoor seating area where you can enjoy your meals under the Ecuadorian stars.

Parroquia Puerto Ayora, Islas Galápagos, Ecuador

13.88 km (8.7 mi) from Parque Nacional Galápagos
73 reviews   Airbnb superhost icon Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 4 Beds 5 Guests 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 5

Top guest reviews
Host:
jhonny was the best host ever
jhonny is a great host
jhonny was an excellent host - very responsive friendly and great communication
i would definitely stay here again jhonny is an excellent communicator with helpful recommendations
very helpful and attentive hosts removing our garbage offering house keeping and replenishing our drinking water as needed
Location:
great location away from busy tourists area about 1 mi from downtown
this is a very good location and property for the money and i recommend it highly
staying at jhonny's place was a great experience it was spacious comfortable and walkable to the city center
wonderful place to stay organized cozy and neat
the area around was also nice with a small shop just around the corner
Cleanliness:
very hospitable man and clean and beautiful home as well
a wonderful rental clean and spacious for our family of 4
Amenities & Room:
the kitchen is well equipped he provides purified water and it was comfortable for the three of us
cool shower feels best when it's warm
jhonny’s place is great we appreciated having two bathrooms and two separate bedrooms
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2. Casa Naranjal (from USD 88)

Enjoy your own space in the Casa Naranjal in rural San Cristóbal. You will have the luxury of space as this home is located in a farm spread out over 1 hectare (2.47 acres). Aside from the privacy, the best part of this rental is the view of the ocean, as it is 300 meters (0.19 miles) above sea level. If you want to go out of the rental and explore the area, you can get a taxi and will be in town in just 15 minutes.

The two-bedroom home comes fully furnished, with a well-equipped kitchen and a fully stocked bathroom. The unit does not come with Wi-Fi, so you might want to think of other alternatives such as purchasing a local sim. This rental is perfect for up to four people.

Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, Islas Galápagos, Ecuador

93.27 km (58.0 mi) from Parque Nacional Galápagos
50 reviews   Airbnb superhost icon Superhost Wifi Available
Entire cottage 2 Beds 5 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 5

Top guest reviews
Host:
and the hosts were awesome
manu is a great host and his house is simply amazing
Location:
great stay at manu’s place
a beautiful place to relax and calm down in the middle of nature
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3. Flip Flop House (from USD 242)

Traveling to the Galápagos Islands with your family? This rental might just be for you. It has two bedrooms, ideal for up to five guests. Those traveling with little ones can also request a travel crib. The home has a big kitchen, organized rooms, a lovely living area, an in-house washer and dryer, and a spacious bathtub. For entertainment, guests also have access to free Wi-Fi, TV, and children’s books and toys.

One of the best parts about staying at this home is its convenient location. It’s in the city center, close to the market, shops, bakery, and restaurants.

Puerto Villamil, Islas Galápagos, Ecuador

78.5 km (48.8 mi) from Parque Nacional Galápagos
128 reviews   Airbnb superhost icon Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 4 Beds 5 Guests 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 5

Top guest reviews
Host:
thank you again for being such a great host and for your hospitality
she was very helpful and kind
great airbnb elena was very helpful and a great host
elena was very responsive accommodating and easy to communicate with
where do start? elena was probably the most wonderful host we have ever had
Location:
location is perfect - walking distance to everything
the location was easy to find and centrally located
house was super spacious and walking distance from town
amazing place within short walking distance to beach and restaurants
probably the best location in isabela highly recommended
Cleanliness:
the dishes silverware and glasses were high quality and everything was sparkling clean
clean spacious and plenty of places to relax
everything is nicely decorated very spacious and clean
very clean and smooth check-in host responded immediately to anything needed
great house on isabela island very spacious and clean
Amenities & Room:
nice place to stay in isabela with a/c washer/dryer full kitchen
we appreciated all the small details coffee beach towels laundry detergent provided
plenty of hot water comfortable bed and sheets
bed was super comfy too
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4. Luxurious villa with a lake view (from USD 1265)

You will not only have gorgeous views of the sea in the Galápagos Islands but also of a lake and mangroves. This villa has three bedrooms with private bathrooms and can comfortably house up to six guests.

The villa is spacious and has modern decor and big windows affording beautiful views of the surrounding areas. Other features include two living rooms, a well-equipped kitchen, a dining room, plus a hot tub in the master bathroom.

Parroquia Puerto Ayora, Galápagos Islands, Ecuador

15.88 km (9.9 mi) from Parque Nacional Galápagos
14 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 4 Beds 6 Guests 3 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 6

Top guest reviews
Location:
amazing we think it probably the best place to stay in the galapagos
Cleanliness:
communication cleaning location was great
nice place they have cleaning everyday very near to the bay great view
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5. Simple apartment on San Cristóbal Island (from USD 23)

This apartment is located near the city center and the beach. You can easily explore the local shops and restaurants in the town or simply visit some of the beaches of the Galápagos Islands, such as La Galapaguera, Puerto Chino, Laguna el Junco, and La Loberia.

This apartment has one bedroom, a private bathroom, a well-stocked kitchen, an air conditioner, and Wi-Fi. The best part of this rental is the gorgeous view of the city and the sea it offers.

Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, Islas Galápagos, Ecuador

87.87 km (54.6 mi) from Parque Nacional Galápagos
249 reviews   Airbnb superhost icon Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 1 Bed 3 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 3

Top guest reviews
Host:
hosts were accommodating and kind
the hosts are amazing
hosts were very welcoming and helpful
the host family is so kind and friendly very communicative
josé and his family are exemplary hosts very welcoming and helped me throughout my stay
Location:
great location walking distance to everything
great location and communication
very nice apartment well located close to the city center well equiped and with a confortable bed
we would definitely come back to this place
the apartment is spacious has everything you need is very reasonable and in a good location
Cleanliness:
a very clean place as it showed from the pictures
the place is very clean and has everything you need to enjoy your time on san cristobal
the apartment was very clean and seems to have new amenities
the little appartement was clean and cosy
Amenities & Room:
amazing apartment with a beautiful balcony
the room is spacious and bright nice view trough the windows
great place beautiful balcony comfortable well stocked kitchen nice quiet part of town
stocked kitchen including extra things like oil salt and coffee maker very clean and great location
a small fully equipped kitchen perfect for staying longer
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6. Casa Marina Galapagos (from USD 805)

Traveling in a big group? You might want to book this beautiful and spacious townhouse for your group. It has three bedrooms, and each has a distinct style. It also has a huge kitchen and living room, making it perfect for up to seven guests. For entertainment, you have a few options inside and outside the rental.

Guests can enjoy Wi-Fi access on the property, plus an HDTV with Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, premium cable, and standard cable. Outside, you can explore the beautiful Puerto Ayora on Santa Cruz Island. The property is within walking distance of the town so you can try the different restaurants and visit the shops.

Parroquia Puerto Ayora, Galápagos Islands, Ecuador

15.1 km (9.4 mi) from Parque Nacional Galápagos
125 reviews   Airbnb superhost icon Superhost Wifi Available
Entire townhouse 5 Beds 7 Guests 3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 7

Top guest reviews
Host:
from the time reservations were made to our departure time celso and staff were available to help
hopefully host will replace
celso andrea and gloria were really helpful
the checkin and checkout process were easy and informative
thank you so much celso - to you your family and your staff
Location:
location: fantastic
great house with superb location close to everything
the location is very convenient only a short walk to restaurants and attractions
celso's place is extremely well located
you can easily walk to the darwin research station from here as well
Cleanliness:
gloria was great cleaning every day
it is lovely clean comfortable and spacious
it is large clean and comfortable
the housekeeper gloria came daily to clean and change our towels/linen as needed
everything in the house is so clean and beautifully decorated
Amenities & Room:
he transformed his living room into our own private techno party
the casa marina was an amazing place with plenty of room for our family of 7
the beds are super comfortable with lots of luxury pillows
the beds were very comfortable as well
bedrooms were huge and lots of room in the living room and kitchen
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7. Casita Muyuyo (from USD 305)

Feel at home in this lovely home for up to four guests. It has two air-conditioned bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, a well-equipped kitchen, a dining room, and a decent living room. There is a large patio where you can chill and hang out with your group. You will also love the colorful and homey vibe of this rental.

What makes this place worth it is its convenient location. You can easily walk to downtown Puerto Ayora or take the trail to one of the gorgeous beaches in the Galápagos Islands, Tortuga Bay Beach. A quick note, however, it takes about 30 minutes to get to the beach, but it will be worth all the effort.

Puerto Ayora, Galapagos, Ecuador

14.92 km (9.3 mi) from Parque Nacional Galápagos
229 reviews   Airbnb superhost icon Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 3 Beds 4 Guests 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 4

Top guest reviews
Host:
You get you own space
You supply your own chip.
Thank you Tatjana and Maria!
Location:
The place itself has WiFi.
The place is as described in the posting.
So it is a very good, peacefull and safe location.
Cleanliness:
It was clean comfortable.
Everything is clean and safe.
Clean, close, natural!
Amenities & Room:
We loved too that there isn't any wifi..
The beds were very comfortable and we had everything we needed.
Beds were very comfortable.
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8. Sandy Feet House (from USD 386)

If you love the beach and wish to hear the beach waves throughout your stay, then consider booking Sandy Feet House. Located in Puerto Villamil, this stylish home has two bedrooms and two bathrooms, perfect for up to six guests. It has a full kitchen, a dining area, and a huge living room with a flat-screen TV. You will also have access to free Wi-Fi and a washer and dryer.

But the best part about this home is that you can just walk ahead to the property’s patio, and you’ll feel the sand between your toes and immediately see the waves. This home is also just a few minutes away from many restaurants and shops.

Puerto Villamil, Islas Galápagos, Ecuador

79.12 km (49.2 mi) from Parque Nacional Galápagos
110 reviews   Airbnb superhost icon Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 5 Beds 6 Guests 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 6

Top guest reviews
Host:
elena is an amazing host
great hosts and super helpful
the host is very helpful and responds quickly to all questions and requests
host was very helpful communications were fast and easy
elena & esteban were amazing hosts
Location:
first great location you cannot beat the location on that wonderful beach
fantastic house with an amazing location
great location right on the beach and a short walk to everything
the location is amazing wake up and walk to the beach
location is amazing with several shops and restaurants nearby
Cleanliness:
super clean and very comfortable
sandy feet house is very clean spacious and is exactly like the pictures
it was so comfortable and clean neds were comfy
new clean spacious and right on the beach
Amenities & Room:
there is fast internet and great air conditioning
very comfortable and nice furnishings
amenities are perfect and the shower pressure to be commanded
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9. Stunning bungalow in Puerto Ayora (from USD 152)

This bungalow has it all. It’s a stunning home in a convenient location. There are two beds in the home and a decent-sized kitchen and bathroom, making it ideal for up to two guests. You will also have access to a lush front yard with outdoor seating, where you can chill or have your morning coffee.

You can also easily visit famous attractions nearby, such as the Galápagos National Park and the Charles Darwin Research Station. Shops, restaurants, art galleries, and bars are also close to the property.

Parroquia Puerto Ayora, Galápagos Islands, Ecuador

14.76 km (9.2 mi) from Parque Nacional Galápagos
276 reviews   Airbnb superhost icon Superhost Wifi Available
Entire bungalow 2 Beds 2 Guests 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Host:
corina was super responsive to any questions or concerns and was very helpful with navigating current restrictions
corina was wonderful very accommodating with our arrival and departure given our particular schedules
corina was a fabulous host who was very responsive and helpful to us during our stay
everything is according ro the description and the communication with the host is very easy and quick
i really consider myself fortunate to have had such a great host
Location:
great location and very comfortable
the location was ideal
the location was very convenient with great restaurants located nearby
a great location in puerto ayora
perfect location in a relatively quiet street downtown
Cleanliness:
our sheets were clean and bathroom was very clean
comfortable clean and amazing porch
the suite is very spacious and clean
very nice bungalow super clean and good equipped with everything needed
clean and you have drink water from a second tap available
Amenities & Room:
there is one floor fan but it didn’t help
wifi is a little sporadic but not a problem
we really enjoyed our stay in corinas apartment
need clean chairs on the front porch and the kitchen drawers and smell definitely need to be addressed
we had a great stay at the bungalow it was comfortable and had everything we needed
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10. Secluded cabin with ocean views (from USD 417)

Spend your getaway to Galápagos surrounded by nature at this secluded cabin. You will not only have privacy, but can also wake up to the sounds of waves and see the stunning Galápagos sunsets — a perfect spot to relax and disconnect.

This cabin is crafted from local timber. It has one bedroom, a well-equipped kitchen, and several couches and hammocks for when you want to chill. You can also enjoy the whole property and pick fresh lemongrass, chili, herbs, and fruits such as bananas and papayas. After you’ve explored the beach and the property, you can have a relaxing night just looking up at the stars.

Santa Cruz Island, Islas Galápagos, Ecuador

10.65 km (6.7 mi) from Parque Nacional Galápagos
191 reviews   Airbnb superhost icon Superhost Wifi Available
Entire cabin 2 Beds 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Host:
the host were extremely helpful and easy to communicate with throughout our booking
thanks to johannes a great host
johannes was very nice and helpful host
the airbnb is truly beautiful and the host was spectatcular
strikingly beautiful incredible hosts highly recommended
Location:
the location was peaceful and just what you need to get away from it all
the place is absolutely magnificent
but it's in such a brill location that it was definitely worth it :)
this place is to relax away from everything
very quiet and a perfect place to relax and get away from busy town life
Cleanliness:
the cottage was spotlessly clean and well maintained
the house has everything you need it is super clean and functional
Amenities & Room:
the building itself had hot water and wifi which was nice
wifi was great and the farm (la finca) was an added benefit
the views are amazing (even from the shower ) definitely worth it
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A Galápagos trip to remember

The Galápagos Islands make for a memorable trip. Whether you’re on the Islands to unwind or have fun, there is definitely an accommodation for you listed here.

Any must-sees we missed? Tell us about them in the comments section or write a post here to help out fellow travelers!
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Kezhia has a love for exploring different cultures. She also dedicates a significant portion of her time to storytelling through writing.

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