Semilla Verde Boutique Hotel offers its guests a nature based experience on Santa Cruz Island. It is located only a 12-minute drive from Puerto Ayora. It offers rooms with free Starlink Wi-Fi and private balconies. There is free coffee from the hotel's own plantation and fresh water provided in dispensors. At this hotel guests can relax in the hammocks or spot wild giant tortoises and native birds in the hotel's extensive garden and nature trails. Panoramic views of Galapagos National Park can be enjoyed from the terraces. Semilla Verde Boutique Hotel has rooms with flat-screen TVs and DVD players. All of them include private bathrooms with walk in showers. All the rooms have views of the forest or coastline from private terraces or balconies. A full breakfast with eggs, fresh fruits, bacon and waffles is served daily in the main building of the property. Meals including vegetarian dishes are available upon request and there is a bar. The hotel offers tours and activities to surrounding islands including Santa Cruz Island. The hotel is a 12-minute taxi ride from Puerto Ayora town, the Charles Darwin Station and Tortuga Bay Beach. Semilla Verde Boutique Hotel is 19 mi from Baltra airport by taxi and ferry. Private transfers can be arranged to and from the airport for an extra fee.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Breakfast Info

Continental, American

  • Free private parking


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Glenn
United States United States
This property is great if you are looking to relax and get away from touristy areas. The grounds are certainly lush and beautiful. Views from the balcony are stunning going all the way down to the water. We did expect a little more canopy birdlife...
Malgorzata
United States United States
This hotel is really amazing and surrounded by beautiful secret garden. Strongly recommend
M
Canada Canada
This place is truly exceptional! It’s the perfect destination to unwind and immerse yourself in the magical experience of being surrounded by giant tortoises. The food was consistently amazing, and Cattya—the manager—is wonderfully accommodating....
Rebecca
United States United States
We had a wonderful stay at this hotel and do not regret choosing it. The location is excellent, and seeing giant tortoises right on the property — even from our room window — was truly special. The service was outstanding. The woman...
Jamie
United States United States
The staff was wonderful. They booked us on amazing tours and provided so much information. The room has an incredible view, windows on three sides. We could see the sunrise and sunset from bed. Best of all, there were tons of tortoises roaming...
Mark
United States United States
Ability to see the tortoises and the wonderful open space. There are options to add additional luxuries. This is both wonderful to make it the stay you want and costs can add up quickly. To ensure you understand your costs you are asked multiple...
Robert
United States United States
We loved the location - with a huge bonus of tortoises right on property. The breakfast was delicious and our host, Katia, was exceptional! She catered to our every need and offered such wonderful insight for our trip. Thank you!
Danny
Brazil Brazil
Everything! The room is amazing and you see turtles all around the property. All the staff is very friendly and welcoming. So quiet and cozy!
Vanessa
United States United States
It was recommended to us and didn't disappoint. The staff was amazing and went above and beyond, the property was great, I just wish we had more time to spend there and enjoy the property!
Andrey
Germany Germany
-Great and helpful staff -Nice location near the Puerto Ayora -Comfortable room -Free teepot in the lobby

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Meals should be preordered for arrival day. Or let us know at breakfast for same day lunches and dinners.
  • Dietary options
    Kosher • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Semilla Verde Boutique Hotel

Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness center
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

House rules

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Check-in
From 11:00 AM
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Check-out
Until 9:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 12 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Groups
When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

A deposit via bank transfer, PayPal or electronic check is required to secure your reservation (see Hotel Policies). The property will contact you with instructions after booking.

Semilla Verde remains true to the philosophy on which it originally built for good friends and family, ensuring a level of intimacy, few employes offering very personal service and home cooking your will only find in a traditional guest house.

Credit card bookings will be charged prior to arrival and adhere to our 30-day cancelation and refund policy. Semilla Verde remains true to the philosophy on which it originally built for good friends and family, ensuring a level of intimacy, few employes offering very personal service and home cooking your will only find in a traditional guest house. We want you to have the best possible experience. Please contact us if you have any questions or special requests.

Please inform Semilla Verde Boutique Hotel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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