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Hotel Katarma Galapagos

3.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with free breakfast and steam room

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Front of property
Reception
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
In-room safe, individually decorated, desk, free WiFi

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
The current price is NZ$231
16 May - 17 May

Explore the area

Map
Alsacio Northia and Esmeraldas Street, Esquina Algarrobos, San Cristobal, Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, Galapagos Islands, 3364
  • Malecón San Cristobal
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Mann Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Galapagos Interpretation Center
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • San Cristobal (SCY)
    ‪8 min walk‬

Room options

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Double Room

Double Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Clothes dryer
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Wardrobe
Desk
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Standard Triple Room

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Clothes dryer
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Wardrobe
Desk
  • City view
  • 28.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Apartment, 1 King Bed, Kitchen, City View

Deluxe Apartment, 1 King Bed, Kitchen, City View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • City view
  • 76.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Signature Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Signature Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Clothes dryer
Renovated in 2015
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Wardrobe
Desk
  • City view
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Puerto Baquerizo Moreno

A family-friendly stay in the heart of Puerto Baquerizo Moreno awaits you at Hotel Katarma Galapagos. Within steps you'll find Galápagos National Park and Malecón San Cristobal within a short 5-minute stroll. Highlights at this hotel include free continental breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and a bar/lounge. .Enjoy the steam room, kids' swimming pool and pool loungers as well as access to a playground. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Puerto Baquerizo Moreno hotel include Monument to Charles Darwin and Playa de Oro.

What's nearby

  • Malecón San Cristobal - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Monument to Charles Darwin - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Playa de Oro - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Mann Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Galapagos Interpretation Center - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • San Cristobal (SCY) - 1 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Post Office - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Midori Sushi Pub - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Calypso Bar Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Pier Restaurant & Cevicheria - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪El Descanso Marinero - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Hotel Katarma Galapagos

Family-friendly hotel with free breakfast and steam room
Hotel Katarma Galapagos offers its guests a kids' pool, an outdoor pool, and a steam room. There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business centre and a meeting room. A rooftop terrace, a library, and an arcade/games room are also featured at the family-friendly Hotel Katarma Galapagos.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Puerto Baquerizo Moreno hotel.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2013
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Games room or arcade
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
Hotel Katarma Galapagos offers 12 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. This individually decorated accommodation includes desks. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

Languages

Dutch, English, French, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Highchair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2013
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Dryer
  • Individual decor
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:30 AM; check-in end time: 6:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hotel Katarma Galapagos

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 4 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 5 per person (one way)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and cash.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 4 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Hotel Katarma Galapagos Puerto Baquerizo Moreno
Katarma Galapagos Puerto Baquerizo Moreno
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Hotel Katarma Galapagos Hotel
Hotel Katarma Galapagos Puerto Baquerizo Moreno
Hotel Katarma Galapagos Hotel Puerto Baquerizo Moreno

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Katarma Galapagos?

Hotel Katarma Galapagos offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Katarma Galapagos?

As of 13 May 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Katarma Galapagos on 16 May 2025 start from NZ$231.45, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel Katarma Galapagos?

Yep, Hotel Katarma Galapagos is a short 11-minute walk from Playa de Oro.

Does Hotel Katarma Galapagos have a pool?

Hotel Katarma Galapagos has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Is Hotel Katarma Galapagos family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and a playground, as well as highchairs in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Hotel Katarma Galapagos is a hit with families.

Does Hotel Katarma Galapagos serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary continental brekkie is available daily between 7:30 AM and 9 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Katarma Galapagos?

No, Hotel Katarma Galapagos does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Katarma Galapagos?

Check-in begins at 11:30 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Katarma Galapagos?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Hotel Katarma Galapagos Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 73 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location, quite, clean with a great breakfast. Air conditioning is only in the bedroom so the rest of the suite was hot, but nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosanne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You couldn’t ask for a nicer place to stay! Everyone was so nice and helpful. The room was very clean and the whole property was spotless. Breakfast was the perfect start to our days with all the smiling faces helping to make our start to the day a happy one. I highly recommend! It won’t disappoint. I’m giving you more stars because 5 is not enough ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay at the hotel. The staff were friendly and attentive. The hotel is in a quiet area but very close to the main pier.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Naoishe

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great artsy hotel. Super clean. Great service.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Matt

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is very chill, clean and quiet. Nice little pool to jump in and refresh. There is a nice little patio/lounge area that is totally underused. It would be nice to have a little music out there and offer drinks in the afternoon and evening. A sign on the bar said that they have drinks but no one was ever there. The breakfast is nice. Very simple and basic but tasty, filling and good coffee while you chat with the other travelers.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The unit was fantastic, spacious and comfortable. Some of the usual amenities were missing. A/C was only in the bedroom, not the 800 sq ft living space. Very sparce kitchen items (ie no coffee maker). But the incredible design features of the building and the mosaic architecture was delightful. Totally thrilling. Great pool!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and awesome staff!! we loved our stay here
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Jessica, Fort Benning

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Lifeng

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Peter

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with very creative architecture. Very large rooms Nice pool BUT very noisy if you have a room next to the street and on opposite side many barking dogs If you can’t get a good nights sleep nothing else matters!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The priperty is located in an area that is quiet and peaceful but within easy walking distance to key areas. Taxi cabs on the island are 1.50 USD so its easy to get around. For a 3 star hotel it had all the necesities covered. We spent out time sightseeing and only came back to clean up and sleep. The breakfast was very good and staff very kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

yaron

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Nice, not more

Hotel looks nice, but it is a little far from the center. Room is very basic and had a noisy air condition. Breakfast is quite basic but o.k. Quite expensive for the value you get
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Paul Donald, seattle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
1. Easy walking distance to airport, malecon, restaurants. 2. Plenty of hot water and (if needed) aircon. 3. Architecture: a big surprise to find Barcelona style 6000 miles from Europe; I took many delightful pictures of the hotel. 4. Family friendly. There were a number of guests with little kids. The breakfast area by the pool was sometimes a bit boisterous, while older folks (me) were sipping and waiting for the coffee to kick in. 5. I had e-mailed them my flight arrival time, and they arranged early check-in for me. Unusual, and appreciated.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Like staying in a work of art

It is like being in Gaudi’s Barcelona. Loved the design and art. So much character and amazing glass work. Great breakfast and helpful staff.
Wow
Everywhere
Pool so clean
Stairs up to my room
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was lovely and helpful. The property was gorgeous and clean. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff are friendly. A nice clean hotel that is well kept.Close to the shore and shopping areas.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara, chicago

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An absolutely beautiful property! Spacious room, helpful owner and staff. Poolside breakfast included! Not quite in the heart of everything but very walkable. Cabs are readily available for the airport or further distances. Very safe. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Yoko

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Basic

Great that they offered late check-out. Breakfast was very basic - they didn't have orange juice (or any other juice), corn flakes (they had granola though), and they didn't have non diary milk.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

6/10 Okay

Nicolle

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Cheap is a better word than eco-friendly

We stayed at Hotel Katarma for one night after we stayed at Galápagos Sunset for 2 nights. We decided to stay in San Cristobal one extra day and Sunset was already booked. We have Katarma a chance because it was in the price range we usually like for a good hotel and it was within walking distance of the airport. For how much money you pay for this hotel, it is not worth it. I woke up in the middle of the night crying because I was so cold and this hotel only provides you with a sheet. NO BLANKETS. This hotel is cheap and acts like it is eco friendly. The towels were dirty when we got them and none matched — mine smelled 100% like Old Spice cologne and my boyfriend’s smelled like it was used to mop the floor. Then we tried to get breakfast before going to the airport and literally walked up to the counter where the eggs were being cooked and we were not helped. We were so confused what was going on because the only things we saw were fruit, yogurt, and a croissant. After over 10 minutes finally the manager/owner walked up to us to ask if we wanted eggs, after we literally stood at the egg counter and looked the cook dead in the eyes. The owner did help tell us how to get to the airport. That was the one good thing I can say… The art was funny and we enjoyed the quirkiness of this hotel. Price is not worth it for this hotel!! Go stay at Sunset or somewhere else.
Funny artwork in our room
Funny artwork in the lobby
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

6/10 Okay

Dongmei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021