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Semilla Verde Boutique Hotel

Km 12 via a Baltra, Puerto Ayora, EC200350 Puerto Ayora, Ecuador
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Semilla Verde Boutique Hotel

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Scored 9.6
9.6
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
83 reviews

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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 9.1 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

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

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Breakfast Info

Continental, American

Free private parking

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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
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1 queen bed
1 twin bed
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1 queen bed
and
1 futon bed
1 queen bed
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2 twin beds
1 twin bed
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1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
8.7
Location
9.0
Free Wifi
8.3
High score for Puerto Ayora

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Dannielle
    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!”
  • V
    Vanessa
    the United States the 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”
  • Olivya
    the United States the United States
    “Semilla Verde feels like home away from home. Cattya and the staff are extremely helpful and accommodating. Although it is 20 min away from the town center, they called a taxi for us every day and made sure we had everything we needed for our...”
  • Caroline
    the United States the United States
    “Cattya was so good at anticipating needs, every time I turned around she was already handing me something I might want. Meals were delicious and the property is well-versed in accommodating many different dietary needs and have multiple types of...”
  • Nadine
    the United States the United States
    “Beautiful location that really lets you disconnect and enjoy time in nature, surrounded by the local residents!”
  • Alyson
    the United States the United States
    “I loved every minute of this hotel... walking around the grounds, seeing turtles in their natural habitat, relaxing on my balcony in a hammock with the beauty of nature, and eating dinner by candlelight.”
  • C
    Spain Spain
    “It was a green lush hide away with winding paths to follow and tortoises to be spotted on all sides. I spent my birthday day and night here and it was a magical night sleeping in the cloud covered tree tops with turtles grazing 20 feet away. It's...”
  • Peter
    the United States the United States
    “the peaceful highland location . the views , nature trail with tortoises roaming and the delicious breakfast”
  • Beata
    the United States the United States
    “Excellent breakfast. Beautiful room. Professional and nice staff. Amazing garden.”

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, 9.6

Most popular amenities

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

Outdoors

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

Activities

  • Water sports facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Snorkeling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional charge

Food & Drink

  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).

  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking

Front Desk Services

  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • Board games/Puzzles

Cleaning Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe

General

  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Packed lunches
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms

Outdoor swimming pool
Free!

  • Pool with view
  • Saltwater pool
  • Shallow end
  • Swimming pool toys
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Pool cover
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Fenced pool

Spa

  • Yoga classes
  • Spa facilities
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Fitness center

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

House rules
Semilla Verde Boutique Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 11:00 AM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 9:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

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.
Accepted payment methods
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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 14-day cancellation 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.

FAQs about Semilla Verde Boutique Hotel

  • Semilla Verde Boutique Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • Meals should be preordered for arrival day. Or let us know at breakfast for same day lunches and dinners.

  • Room options at Semilla Verde Boutique Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Twin/Double
    • Triple

  • Semilla Verde Boutique Hotel is 5.6 miles from the center of Puerto Ayora. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at Semilla Verde Boutique Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • American

  • The prices at Semilla Verde Boutique Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Yes, Semilla Verde Boutique Hotel is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Semilla Verde Boutique Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Fitness center
    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Snorkeling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Spa facilities
    • Yoga classes
    • Water sports facilities on site
    • Swimming pool

  • Check-in at Semilla Verde Boutique Hotel is from 11:00 AM, and check-out is until 9:00 AM.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.