Arena Blanca Eco Hotel

These accommodations are just a 10-minute walk from the beach. You’ll be in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, where travelers can find a shopping center and access the island’s small airport.

On the island itself, you can find beaches where it’s easy to observe local wildlife, at attractions like Dolphin Bay and the sea lion rookery. Take a boat to the island’s secluded Ochoa Beach, an off-the-beaten path attraction with white sand and excellent snorkeling conditions for observing sea urchins. Take a hike to the Cerro Brujo tuft cone for bird watching and more snorkeling around the coral sand beach.

Start the day with a fresh breakfast included in your stay. You can also order Ecuadorian and international dishes for your other meals. Unwind from your busy day of hiking and snorkeling with a visit to the hotel’s hot tub and a restorative dip in the swimming pool.

There is Wi-Fi available on the hotel — something that’s not always a given in the Galápagos. You’ll also find cable TV in your room. All of the rooms are clean, nicely furnished, and come with private bathrooms. Each room has a small desk and the terraces have comfortable outdoor furniture.