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Our top choices for Academy Bay hotels

Free daily continental breakfast
Hotel Cucuve

Hotel Cucuve

4.0 star property
1.1 km from Academy Bay
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (268)
"Very nice location, friendly staff "
Italy
davide
The price is AU$382
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hotel Cucuve
Exterior
Maidith Galapagos Inn

Maidith Galapagos Inn

3.0 star property
1.3 km from Academy Bay
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (101)
"Super experience all around. The host and staff were polite and helpful"
United States
Arwen R
The price is AU$190
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Maidith Galapagos Inn
Exterior
Capitan Max B&B

Capitan Max B&B

3.0 star property
1.3 km from Academy Bay
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (195)
"Good location and the staff was friendly and nice. The room was clean and quiet. "
United States
thuy
Capitan Max B&B
Beach towels
Hotel Galapagos Suites

Hotel Galapagos Suites

2.5 star property
1.3 km from Academy Bay
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (9)
"Amazing stay. Comfortable, clean, spacious rooms and wonderful homemade breakfast by owner, Jocelyn. Hot showers! Perfect, central location. "
United States
Linda
The price is AU$179
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hotel Galapagos Suites
Suite, Sea View | Beach/ocean view
Angermeyer Waterfront Inn

Angermeyer Waterfront Inn

3.5 star property
0.6 km from Academy Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (124)
"Beautiful view and very friendly staff. You do have to take a water taxi ($1 and operates 24/7) to the main part of downtown Santa Cruz but the view is worth it! Also it’s across from The Point by Midoro which as an amazing view and food. I would stay there again! "
United States
Ahram
The price is AU$390
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Angermeyer Waterfront Inn
Exterior
Hotel Palace Galapagos

Hotel Palace Galapagos

3.0 star property
1.5 km from Academy Bay
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (100)
"Great little family run hotel. 5 blocks from the main tourist area. Couldn't fault it! "
Ireland
Suzy
The price is AU$120
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Hotel Palace Galapagos
Free daily buffet breakfast
Hotel La Isla

Hotel La Isla

3.5 star property
1.2 km from Academy Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (64)
"Really great stay. Comfortable, coffee/tea on hand anytime, really good breakfast, extremely friendly staff. My review is only “Good” and not “Excellent” because I had a pair of expensive shorts go missing. "
Canada
Travis Wade
Hotel La Isla
Free daily buffet breakfast
Ikala Galapagos Hotel

Ikala Galapagos Hotel

4.0 star property
1.1 km from Academy Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (126)
"Nice clean hotel"
United States
Marco
The price is AU$361
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Ikala Galapagos Hotel
Restaurant
El Barranco Galapagos

El Barranco Galapagos

2.5 star property
1.1 km from Academy Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (28)
"It was a beautiful hotel "
United States
stephanie
The price is AU$348
12 Dec - 13 Dec
El Barranco Galapagos
Exterior
Mainao

Mainao

3.5 star property
1.3 km from Academy Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (34)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Pavel
Mainao
Terrace/patio
Hotel Coloma Galapagos

Hotel Coloma Galapagos

3.0 star property
1.4 km from Academy Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (188)
"Hotel Coloma is in the Main Street with easy access to shops and Pier. Staff were friendly and the breakfast, fresh and delicious with your choice of eggs whatever way you want them. We needed 1 night prior to cruise departing - this was perfect. "
Australia
Russell
Hotel Coloma Galapagos
Outdoor pool
Fernandina Hotel & Spa Galápagos

Fernandina Hotel & Spa Galápagos

3.0 star property
1.4 km from Academy Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (22)
"Lovely staff and great location "
United States
Lucas
The price is AU$226
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Fernandina Hotel & Spa Galápagos
Front of property
Lava House Hostal

Lava House Hostal

3.0 star property
1.4 km from Academy Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (52)
"I stayed here twice. Both times highly satisfactory. Staff was very friendly and accommodatding. The rooms and garden area are in excellent upkeep and pleasant to hang out in hammocks or seating arrangements. The owners are very kind people, who even helped me organize a free ride back to the airport upon my departure (a relative happened to also take a flight off the island). I highly recommend this establishment. "
United States
Irmgard
Lava House Hostal
Terrace/patio
Lonesome George Ecolodge

Lonesome George Ecolodge

2.5 star property
1.3 km from Academy Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (23)
"A cute hostel/hotel just two short blocks from the main road that runs along the harbor. Hot water and a/c worked well, and there was drinking water available for tea/coffee/water bottles. I did not take advantage of tour opportunites, but they were readily available at the front desk, as were bike and kayak rentals. Thanks for a great stay!"
United States
BOHDANNA
The price is AU$151
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Lonesome George Ecolodge
Exterior
Hotel La Casa de Judy

Hotel La Casa de Judy

3.0 star property
1.4 km from Academy Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (160)
"No view from the room, breakfast is so so"
United States
Wai Shan
The price is AU$114
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Hotel La Casa de Judy
Comfort Quadruple Room
Grand Hotel Leon Marino Galapagos

Grand Hotel Leon Marino Galapagos

3.0 star property
0.9 km from Academy Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (13)
"Staff was very friendly and location convenient. Modern interior."
United Kingdom
Marc
The price is AU$139
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Grand Hotel Leon Marino Galapagos
Bicycling
La Peregrina Bed & Breakfast

La Peregrina Bed & Breakfast

2.5 star property
1.2 km from Academy Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (32)
"La Peregrina is a beautiful place to stay. We loved hanging out in the hammocks. Great spot for walking around Puerto Ayora"
United States
Sean
La Peregrina Bed & Breakfast
Exterior
Finch Bay Galapagos Hotel

Finch Bay Galapagos Hotel

4.5 star property
0.7 km from Academy Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (87)
"Beautiful resort, impeccably clean, very kind and enthusiastic staff. Delicious restaurant. 5 stars all around, we will definitely return!"
United States
Jonathan
The price is AU$970
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Finch Bay Galapagos Hotel
Spa
Hotel Flamingo

Hotel Flamingo

3.5 star property
1 km from Academy Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (112)
"Breakfast was healthy, but the staffs were Excellent in every way a guest can think of, very professional hospitality. Room was clean "
Canada
Amadin
Hotel Flamingo
Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk
Patty's House Galápagos

Patty's House Galápagos

3.0 star property
1.5 km from Academy Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (10)
"Great value! Clean, spacious, super helpful reception, has many services. 2 minor comments: - Slightly far from the areas of the restaurants and shops (10-15 minute walk) - The room only had white light (no warm yellow light) - which I'm not a fan of"
United States
Ibrahim
The price is AU$172
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Patty's House Galápagos
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Top Academy Bay Hotel Reviews

Hotel Palace Galapagos

Hotel Palace Galapagos

10/10 Excellent
"Absolutely happy with everything!!!! My room was cleaned before I back from my day out!!! Great service! Recommend to everyone!!! Close to everything !! Loved it "
PAYTRIE 5-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
Hotel Palace Galapagos

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Las Ninfas Lagoon

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Tortuga Bay Beach

4.7/5 (200 reviews)
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Tortuga Bay Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Bella Vista. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Academy Bay?
Academy Bay is located in an area that travellers like for its local tours. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 157 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Academy Bay?
Hotel Fiesta is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Academy Bay. Other good options close by include El Barranco Galapagos and Finch Bay Galapagos Hotel.
How many hotels can I expect to find close to Academy Bay?
Expedia has 157 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Academy Bay.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Academy Bay, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Academy Bay.
What can I see and do near Academy Bay?
Lounge by the water at Playa de los Alemanes and Tortuga Bay Beach. Explore nature at Las Grietas and Las Ninfas Lagoon. Charles Darwin Research Station and Malecon are some sights worth a visit in the area.