Drake Inn

2.5 star property
Puerto Villamil hotel on beach

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Rooftop terrace
Exterior
Deluxe Suite | View from room
Exterior
Deluxe Suite | Living room

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Front desk safe
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
Feel at home
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Cable TV service

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 7 of 7 rooms

Standard Double or Twin Room, Garden View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Cable channels
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Deluxe Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 42 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room, Partial Sea View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Cable channels
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Cable channels
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Cable channels
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Superior Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Cable channels
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Family Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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About the area

Map
Calle Antonio Gil sn, Isla Isabela, Puerto Villamil, Galapagos, 0

What's nearby

  • Puerto Villamil Beach - 6 min walk
  • Posada de Flamengos - 17 min walk
  • Concha de Perla Nature Park - 3 min drive
  • El Embarcadero Pier - 3 min drive
  • Wall of Tears Historical Site - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • José de Villamil Airport (IBB) - 17 min drive
  • Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour) - 59.9 miles/96.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Shawarma Hot - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Las Palmeras - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Beach - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪El Cafetal - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pan & Vino - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Drake Inn

Drake Inn features a rooftop terrace and puts you only steps from Galápagos National Park. A terrace and a garden are other highlights.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 9 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • No on-site parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

What to do

  • On the beach

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Garden

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit is payable by PayPal and is due within 24 hours of booking the reservation

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Ecuador value-added tax (15%). Non-resident travellers who present a valid passport and tourist visa may be eligible for a tax refund. However, non-resident travellers may be exempt from value-added tax (15%) on package bookings.

Policies

This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments and cash.
Mobile payment options include: PayPal.

Also known as

Drake Inn Hotel
Drake Inn Puerto Villamil
Drake Inn Hotel Puerto Villamil

Frequently asked questions

Does Drake Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Drake Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Drake Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Drake Inn?
Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Drake Inn.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Drake Inn?
Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Drake Inn and nearby?
Drake Inn has a garden.
What's the area around Drake Inn like?
Drake Inn is a short 1-minute walk from Galápagos National Park and 6 minutes' walk from Puerto Villamil Beach.

Drake Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful
It is a beautiful hotel across the street from the beach. Wonderful views and sitting areas. Close to town. Relaxing. Clean room with refrigerator. Staff were very friendly. Breakfast was simple but fresh and exactly what we needed.
Courtney, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful hostess Rebecca and delicious breakfast!
Rebecca greeted me at the door and for the next five evenings, she made me feel at home and gave me lots of advice for best activities and how to see the animals I wanted to see 💚 the breakfast was made to order eggs, fruit, granola, bread, and fresh juice and delicious! The views from the room either face the beach or the lagoon in the back where flamingos can be spotted. I will definitely stay again when I return to Isabella!
Angela, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We moved this place, from its location right across the beach, to the decor and service. The place is spotless and the room’s decor and furnishing were top notch. Comfortable beds and the perfect view. Our room led to a mini jacuzzi and it was perfect for relaxing after a day full of tours and activities. Rebekka and the while staff were very kind, diligent and professional. I highly recommend this place. Worth the price.
Eliana, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

While quite a basic, simple hotel, it was very clean and well run, comfortable beds and good quality linen. The manager, Rebekka, was great and had really good advice on restaurants and excursions.
3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Garrett, 6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The owners and staff went out of their way to ensure our comfort. The deck lounge areas are terrific. The location is at the end of town and very quiet. Steps to the beach.
Rebecca, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Heavenly
This was our favorite hotel during our 2-week Galapagos trip. The view is amazing. The Inn Keepers are very friendly and accommodating. They offer many conveniences including breakfast, clothes washing area, outdoor shower, luggage storage etc.
Carmen, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The family suite is spacious. The rooms are clean and the receptionist Rebecca is very helpful. The property is right by the beach so it was very easy to have a relaxing day for the kids (and for the adults to observe the animals). Please note that breakfast is not included in the family suite booking. Somehow this is not super clear on the booking page.
Jingyuan, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic little hotel right across from the beach. You can walk out barefooted and stroll along the beach and see the marine iguanas, brown pelicans, and other wildlife. The hotel has a very nice rooftop patio to lounge on and a cozy sitting area on the main level. Only a few minutes walk to town on the sandy road. Rebecca was awesome and assisted in transport, passed on info on cancelled flights and provided restaurant recommendations. I would definitely stay here again. Thanks Rebecca!
Sandra, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We stayed here for 4 nights and enjoyed this property. The location is a little outside of the city center, but that is OK because it's like a three minute walk into town. Everything in town is walkable. Getting here from the docks is a short haul if loaded up with luggage, but doable if you only have backpacks No TV kind of surprised us but was fine. I imagine getting service out there is kind of difficult. Beautiful view from the rooftop balcony. The trail to see flamingos or head up to the turtle viewing center is right next to the property. They got us a taxi to head out to the AM ferry on our last day and it showed up right on time. Taxi ride was $5.
Britt, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Profoundly disappointing
My wife & I travel half of each year, are seasoned travelers, maintain a blog & regularly present our experiences & advice to assist other travelers. We have seldom been as disappointed with our lodging as we were with Drake Inn. A number of small items & some cash went missing from our room & the room of the couple in the adjacent room. We immediately reported the incident to the manager & then subsequently to the owner. The four of us have traveled enough to appreciate that there could be many explanations for the missing items & that travelers may misplace things & mistakenly attribute the loss to the establishment. This is not the case here. All the items were used at the Drake & can only have gone missing during our stay. We had a second concern. During the 5 months we've been travelling through South America (6 weeks in Ecuador), the IVA tax has been included in the total cost quoted for accommodation, airfares, bus tickets, restaurants, retail outlets. Not so at the Drake. Confirmation of our reservation on Hotels.com gives no indication IVA would added to the total amount quoted nor was there any indication from Drake of this until it was time for the second payment, when we were already financially committed to a reservation. We would not recommend travelers stay at Drake Inn.
5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Masao, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Sehr freundlicher Empfang und sehr freundliches Personal. Das Hotel liegt direkt am Strand. Es liegt etwas ausserhalb des Zentrums, dieses ist jedoch innerhalb weniger Gehminuten erreichbar. Unser Zimmer war für 2 Personen sehr klein, das Bett nur 120x180cm gross. Dafür gibt es eine grosse Terasse und einen Garten zur gemeinsamen Nutzung.
5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Incredible place! We are a family of 4 and had a great time to the Drake. Attentive owners and the best location in Isabela.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing host, great location. Beautiful nature and clean rooms.
Willian, 2-night trip
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