Finch Bay Galapagos Hotel

“Wonderful experience”

WOW! We had a fantastic stay at Finch Bay. We stayed for 5 days and had a wonderful time. The staff are amazing. Especially, Alfonso!!!! He is incredible. The grounds were beautiful, the food amazing. They have several free walks and activities. Take advantage of them. The spa is also wonderful. I… more

WOW! We had a fantastic stay at Finch Bay. We stayed for 5 days and had a wonderful time. The staff are amazing. Especially, Alfonso!!!! He is incredible. The grounds were beautiful, the food amazing. They have several free walks and activities. Take advantage of them. The spa is also wonderful. I can't say enough good things. Book your stay here asap.

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“Immersed in Nature - Special stay at Finch Bay”

Our stay at Finch Bay Hotel in the Galapagos was nothing short of exceptional. Set on the island of Santa Cruz, the hotel is beautifully positioned just a short boat ride from the port in Puerto Ayora, giving it a wonderfully secluded and tranquil feel while still being easily accessible. We booked… more

Our stay at Finch Bay Hotel in the Galapagos was nothing short of exceptional. Set on the island of Santa Cruz, the hotel is beautifully positioned just a short boat ride from the port in Puerto Ayora, giving it a wonderfully secluded and tranquil feel while still being easily accessible. We booked our trip relatively last minute and were struggling to find availability online, so we decided to contact the hotel directly and we are so glad we did. Carolina Escobar from Metropolitan Touring handled our request, and she truly made the entire experience seamless from start to finish. Not only did she secure us a fantastic room, but she also arranged an unforgettable tour that became a highlight of our trip. Our package included thoughtful extras like a ceviche class with the head chef and airport transfers, which made a huge difference. From the moment we landed, everything was taken care of, we didn’t have to think about logistics at all. The entire trip was incredibly well organised, allowing us to fully relax and enjoy the experience. Carolina was instrumental in making our stay so special. She was responsive, attentive and went above and beyond to tailor the trip to our preferences and sense of adventure. It genuinely felt like a personalised experience. We stayed in an Evolution Suite, which felt completely immersed in nature. The design of the room perfectly balanced comfort, relaxation, and environmental consciousness. We especially appreciated the thoughtful touches, like the glass refillable bottles and the personal water bottles we could refill anytime at the bar. The staff at the hotel were consistently warm and friendly, which made the experience even more enjoyable. Alfonso was fantastic at suggesting and organising additional tours, helping us make the most of our time on the island. The food throughout our stay was good, with a great variety of dishes that were both fresh and beautifully prepared. They had gluten free options (e.g. cassava waffles at breakfast), which made gluten free dining enjoyable. Overall, Finch Bay offers a rare combination of natural beauty, comfort, and outstanding service. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and would highly recommend it to anyone visiting the Galapagos.

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“Magnificent family vacation”

Every day of our vacation at Finch Bay was expertly curated by the wonderful Melissa Altamirano. We traveled with our two children (ages 9 and 12). They loved snorkeling, trips on the Sea Lion, kayaking, and nature walks around the islands. On property, we found Operations Manager, Alfonso, particu… more

Every day of our vacation at Finch Bay was expertly curated by the wonderful Melissa Altamirano. We traveled with our two children (ages 9 and 12). They loved snorkeling, trips on the Sea Lion, kayaking, and nature walks around the islands. On property, we found Operations Manager, Alfonso, particularly helpful and caring. We enjoyed his Finch Talk, explored the night sky with him in Stargazing, and appreciated his nightly updates to confirm our adventure the following day. The only thing that could be improved is the front desk staff and restaurant service (food very good but service can be slow). Overall, we would highly recommend Finch Bay!

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“The best honeymoon experience with Finch Bay”

We booked the honeymoon package, which included excursions, all meals, and a discounted couples' massage. We had a wonderful experience throughout. What really stands out about Finch Bay is the staff. From the driver, Benito, who picked us up at the airport, to the lovely front desk ladies (Alex, F… more

We booked the honeymoon package, which included excursions, all meals, and a discounted couples' massage. We had a wonderful experience throughout. What really stands out about Finch Bay is the staff. From the driver, Benito, who picked us up at the airport, to the lovely front desk ladies (Alex, Fernanda, and Evelyn), to the activities leaders (including Enrique and Valentin), to the chefs and waitstaff (shoutout to Cristian and Juan), everyone always greeted us with a smile and conversation. Even though we only stayed for a few days, all the staff remembered our names. As an example of how much the staff pays attention: one day, we had a ceviche cooking class for lunch. Ceviche was the main menu item for dinner, but the chef remembered we already had ceviche for lunch, so they made something different specifically for us! Also, they upgraded our room for the last couple of nights, free of charge. The hotel is in a very private location, with a lovely private pool and direct beach access (note, the beach is not private). There is seating for indoor and outdoor dining. The food was great, especially the breakfast. For the honeymoon package, a very thorough itinerary was provided far in advance which allowed us to plan well. All the excursions we went on were spectacular. The hotel-provided transportation (which includes a dinghy to get to the pier, and the Sea Lion Yacht which takes you to different islands) was very convenient. The Yacht was clean and comfortable, the lunches provided were yummy and vegetarian-friendly. Wetsuits, flippers, and snorkeling goggles were provided by the hotel for all excursions. I had never been snorkeling before, and the guides were very helpful. All guides were very knowledgeable too. We got to see some amazing views and animals. Overall, we can't recommend Finch Bay enough. The only thing we would change is staying longer!!

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