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Hotel Cucuve

Santa Cruz Island · Ecuador

Charles Binford 083 Y Ave Charles DarwinView location

9.8/10Excellent309 Reviews
Cleanliness10.0/1010.0
Service10.0/1010.0
Comfort10.0/1010.0
Condition10.0/1010.0
Neighborhood9.4/109.4
Amenities9.6/109.6
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About Hotel Cucuve

Enjoy terrace views and amenities like complimentary Wi-Fi and concierge services at Hotel Cucuve, a charming bed and breakfast in Puerto Ayora. Start your day with the complimentary continental breakfast (6:30-9:00 AM) at the on-site coffee shop or grab a quick bite at the snack bar.

Luggage storage, laundry facilities, and a library are also available. For a surcharge, you can take advantage of the roundtrip airport shuttle. Each of the seven individually decorated guest rooms features a minibar, a flat-screen TV, premium bedding, and a private bathroom with a shower, hairdryer, and toiletries.

The hotel is steps from Galapagos National Park and a short walk from Las Grietas. Tortuga Bay Beach and the Malecon are also nearby.

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When you stay at Hotel Cucuve in Puerto Ayora, you'll be by the sea, just steps from Galápagos National Park and 5 minutes by foot from Gus Angermeyer Ferry Terminal.

This bed & breakfast is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Tortuga Bay Beach and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Playa de los Alemanes. Make yourself at home in one of the 7 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Your bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding.

Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature hair dryers and toothbrushes and toothpaste. Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and a library. A roundtrip airport shuttle is available for a surcharge.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Airport transfers
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Non-smoking

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 1:00 PM
Check-in until 6:00 PM
Check-out until 9:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

Beach nearby No rollaway/extra beds available No elevators Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available Contactless check-out is available

Important information

  • Property Alerts

    You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

    • You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Ecuador Value-Added Tax (VAT) at 15%. A VAT exemption is available to travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing they are not a resident of Ecuador.

    We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

  • You need to know
    • One child 2 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
    • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
    • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
    • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • Special Instructions
    The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 7:00 PM. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or 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
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
    • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10 per day

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    German

    English

    Spanish

Nearby attractions

Galápagos National Park 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Fishing Piers 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Academy Bay 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Gus Angermeyer Ferry Terminal 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Malecon 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Las Ninfas Lagoon 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Charles Darwin Research Station 1 km / 0.6 mi
Playa de los Alemanes 1 km / 0.6 mi
Tortuga Bay Beach 4.7 km / 2.9 mi
El Garrapatero Beach 21.4 km / 13.3 mi
El Chato Ranch 21.7 km / 13.5 mi
Lava Tunnel 21.7 km / 13.5 mi
Rancho Primicias 21.8 km / 13.6 mi
Los Gemelos Sinkholes 21.9 km / 13.6 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 7
  • bed and breakfast
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Airport Shuttle
  • Laundry service
  • Terrace
  • Concierge
  • Luggage room
  • Café
  • Breakfast
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  • Continental breakfast
  • Snacks
  • Non-smoking establishment
Upon availability

Room types

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  • Room SUPERIORRoom • SUPERIORROO.SU

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    Room code: ROO.SU

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  • DOUBLE PREMIUM KING BEDDOUBLE • PREMIUM KING BEDDBL.KG-PI

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    PREMIUM KING BED

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    Room code: DBL.KG-PI

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  • TWIN SUPERIOR WITH BALCONYTWIN • SUPERIOR WITH BALCONYTWN.BL-SU

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    Room code: TWN.BL-SU

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    Room code: ROO.ST

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  • TRIPLE TWO BEDSTRIPLE • TWO BEDSTPL.2B

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    TWO BEDS

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    Room code: TPL.2B

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  • DOUBLE SUPERIOR KING BEDDOUBLE • SUPERIOR KING BEDDBL.KG-SU

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    DOUBLE
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    SUPERIOR KING BED

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    Room code: DBL.KG-SU

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Hotel Cucuve

9.8
Excellent
309 Reviews
Cleanliness
10.0 /10
Service
10.0 /10
Comfort
10.0 /10
Condition
10.0 /10
Neighborhood
9.4 /10
Amenities
9.6 /10
100 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
27 Jul 2026
Tatiana
No balcony view but great breakfast
10/10
Exceptional
23 Jul 2026
Natalie
Clean room. Helpful staff. Great location m.
10/10
Exceptional
23 Jul 2026
Natalie
Very clean. Staff very helpful. Great location.
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jul 2026
William
Cucuve was our home for our first five nights on Santa Cruz Island. Conveniently located just minutes to Charles Darwin Street and lots of shops and restaurants. This was the cleanest and best-managed hotel I have ever stayed at. The manager shows extreme care in every aspect of the hotel maintenance and cleaning. The room was large and comfortable. Laundry service was convenient and inexpensive, but walking across the street will save you 70% if you take the laundry out yourself. Highly recommended!!!!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jun 2026
Michael
We had a nice stay at Cucuve…great location. Met some lovely Swedish guests, who were relatives of the owners, and they gave us good tips. The hotel has all the amenities and a excellent breakfast made to order, unless Christian is the chef then it will be a struggle.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jun 2026
Norman
We loved our stay at Hotel Cucuve. The interior design of the hotel and all it’s spaces are really beautiful. The finishes. Nice. The staff are super friendly, kind, and helpful. The room was great. The bed comfortable. The bathroom nicely sized with a great shower. We also had a big balcony in our room which was a great place to hang out after an amazing day. The other room we rented had a regular sized balcony which was still nice. Both were covered which was nice. I also appreciated that they provided a portable clothes drying stand with the room so we could dry our wet clothes after the beach or excursion. Really thoughtful. We loved our stay.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
16 May 2026
Eli
Excelente ubicación, fácil, acceso caminando y transporte público, excelente desayuno, el personal, muy amable, hicimos entrada temprano. Muchas gracias
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Apr 2026
John
Great spot, just off the main road, close to everything and really clean/modern rooms with helpful staff
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Apr 2026
Yuchen
It was the best hotel on our island hopping trip to the galapagos. It really deserves the four stars! Our room was impeccable, complete and comfortable breakfast, they have a lounge in the restaurant Bahia Mar that’s not open everyday, it was the only disappointment since there is no service at the lounge, we ended up having dinner at the restaurant beside.
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
09 Apr 2026
James
Loved it! Great breakfast. Super helpful
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Mar 2026
Marci
The room was clean & comfortable. We enjoyed the breakfast buffet. The location was central. Staff was professional.
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
13 Mar 2026
Hanan
Great hotel. We left the luggages when we moved to Isabela.
They let us use a room just to dry clothes.
The location is great
The staff is friendly.
The room are spotless
10/10
Exceptional
11 Mar 2026
Hanan
Great hotel clean large room. Near the beach
10/10
Exceptional
08 Mar 2026
Jon
Very happy with the value provided. Location is right in the middle of town. Ana was very helpful and informative.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 Mar 2026
Jeffrey
Nice hotel stay. Great location, nice spacious rooms with comfortable beds. Staff was absolutely amazing. Highly recommend
10/10
Exceptional
01 Mar 2026
Karimi
The staff were all really pleasant and kind. The rooms were also clean and well maintained. It was a wonderful stay at the end of long days snorkeling and exploring Galapagos!
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
01 Mar 2026
Leah
Room was spotless and staff very accomodating
Business
8/10
Excellent
25 Feb 2026
Raunaq
The location is excellent with a lot of shops and restaurants nearby.
The reception staff were friendly and efficient.
Breakfast was simple but nice. They made boxed breakfasts for us on the days on which we were leaving for trips early.
The Wi-Fi was erratic. Sometimes you could stream a YouTube video and sometimes you couldn't even load a simple web page.
The bathrooms were nice.
Housekeeping was efficient and unobtrusive.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jan 2026
Michael
Very, very clean. The staff was exceptional. Great amenities- left water bottles for guests, one free drink per day, had a patio for guests to use by the water. Breakfast was a lot of variety. Would give a 10 pot of 10!!
Leisure
8/10
Excellent
23 Jan 2026
Robyn
Staff was very kind and helpful and even got my husband a birthday cake on his birthday as a surprise! Property was clean. Lots of stairs and dogs barked all night in the surrounding area making it hard to sleep.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jan 2026
Anna
Room is very very clean hotel also shiny stuff very happy faces. I’m going to recommend for my friends for everybody. Thank you very much. I have to mention. Breakfast was awesome.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
06 Dec 2025
Paul
The room was clean, and the staff very helpful. The re-usable water bottles upon arrival is especially a nice touch as we ended using them during our entire trip in Galapagos.

The only issue I have with this location is the internet access - it was pretty inconsistent and it's down a lot. Didn't bother me too much as we were out most of the day. Good thing I didn't have to work until the next island, otherwise I would've been in big trouble.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
25 Nov 2025
Djoanna
Best place we stayed at in Ecuador. Clean, friendly and affordable.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
26 Sep 2025
Ashley
Wonderful staff, beautiful room, delicious breakfast!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 Sep 2025
Gustavo
The hotel is one block from the main street. Ana, the hotel manager, helped us with several restaurant suggestions that turned out to be great experiences. In addition, Ana helped us coordinate transfers to and from the airport, which, in the case of the Galapagos, are very important. She also kept track of all the excursions we had scheduled, and I definitely recommend Hotel Cucuve.
10/10
Exceptional
11 Sep 2025
Steven
We had an excellent stay at Hotel Cucuve. The property was very clean and well maintained, and the staff were consistently friendly, professional, and helpful throughout our visit. The breakfast was very nice. I would not hesitate to recommend this hotel to others.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
10 Sep 2025
Justin
Fantastic. Rooms were clean and well equipped. The staff was amazing. And the breakfast was very nice.
Leisure Friends
2/10
Poor
17 Aug 2025
syeed

Hotel should answer messages from customer

Did not stay here as a tsunami alert prevented me to get to the hotel.

I messaged the hotel for a refund. No reply. At least have the courtesy to reply. It would mean a lot!!

There was no way I was going to make it to the hotel. All ferry services were cancelled.

Please can a refund be arranged.

This was a force majour incident and no fault of the customer.

I hope a satisfactory response is provided and a refund made.
10/10
Exceptional
02 Aug 2025
Peter

Great hotel in Puerto Ayuro

Excellent location, clean, friendly, and great breakfast. Highly recommend. Only caveat- the outdoor area on the water shown in photos is actually a couple blocks from the rest of the hotel. Not a big deal, but I was surprised.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jul 2025
FUMIAKI
Excellent
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jul 2025
Melissa
Our stay at Hotel Cucuve was truly fantastic! The room itself was very comfortable, simple yet stylish furnishings, with AC and a ceiling fan, USB charging plugs throughout, a very spacious balcony with hammock to relax in and several seats. All of the staff were super friendly and very helpful in trying to locate our lost luggage and have it delivered to the hotel. Coffee and tea and some light snacks are available at any time free of charge, and if leaving early in the morning for day excursions, you can even request a packed up breakfast in advance. Definitely felt like our home away from home during our time there, I would highly recommend this hotel to anyone staying in Puerto ayora.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jun 2025
JOEL
Amazing hotel. Ana and the rest of the staff were very friendly and kind. I greatly appreciate their hospitality and the amenities of the hotel. Very clean and comfortable. Great location right near ocean and short walk from restaurants and nature viewing. Can’t wait to come back!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jun 2025
kat
Great service, friendly staff, comfy bed, delicious breakfast, close to town center….helpful Ana…. Excellent stay
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jun 2025
Ramsey
Amazing
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 May 2025
Barbara
The staff is absolutely amazing. So very relaxed and helpful. The breakfast is a full bery tasty breakfast and the woman preparing it is wonderful. They even sent us off with a bagged lunch when we left earlier than 7am and had light crackers and cookies available throughout the day. Location is very convenient. They even have a separate area accessible to guests on the waterfront that we found to relax and read. I highly recommend but if you have difficulty with stairs I would suggest not staying here as reception is one floor up.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
23 May 2025
Jorge

Good location modern hotel

Very good location, modern rooms with balcony, friendly staff
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 May 2025
Ashley
Beautiful and lovely in every way! Also great location and staff are so helpful!
10/10
Exceptional
19 May 2025
matthew
This is probably one of the better hotels I have stayed at . Incredible service and there is purified water at your convenience even in the bathroom. Very safe I highly recommend this hotel to anyone staying on santa cruz island in the galapagos.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
14 May 2025
Curtis

Best staff ever!

On the trip to the island the zipper on my backpack had broken. This was my only luggage for the trip. I asked the staff if they could help me out. That evening the bag was returned to me with a new zipper. When I think of this trip what I will remember is the amazing assistance I received when I ask for help.
Friends_and_family Friends
8/10
Excellent
19 Apr 2025
Roy
Nice staff and location is good, but of course there's more noise because of it. Internet is spotty. We would stay there again and the Expedia Gold status was a plus.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Apr 2025
Ye
Very nice boutique hotel tucked away from the main street. The staff are very friendly.
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
16 Apr 2025
Maya
This hotel is adorable! I love that they provide 24/7 filtered water, coffee, and snacks. The location is within walking distance to shops, restaurants, and tour docks, yet it's situated away from noisy central areas.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
09 Feb 2025
Kathleen
Wonderful service. Clean accomodations.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 Feb 2025
Brian John
This boutique hotel stands out among the crowd as it pays attention to the small details. Lovely bathrobes, slippers, small chocolates left by the maid. 24 hr access to coffee/ cold filtered water and small snacks. Staff even carry your luggage up to your room. Staff go above and beyond to provide a wonderful stay
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jan 2025
Dee
This hotel was clean and conveniently located on a quiet street in the main part of town, so walking everywhere was easy. The room was spacious and we had a nice balcony that faced the back of the hotel. There was coffee, tea, and snacks available 24/7 and the breakfast was good with eggs made to order. The staff were extremely friendly and accommodating and the hotel provided beach towels and bags as well as water bottles. The hotel had no elevator so it would not be suitable for someone with limited mobility as the reception was up one flight of stairs and the breakfast area up a second flight. I would highly recommend this hotel for anyone staying in Puerto Ayora who is okay with stairs.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jan 2025
DeJah
Beautiful accommodations. Modern yet classic feel. Very clean. Matching robe and slippers was a luxurious touch. Perfect size mini bar and fridge. Amazing breakfast spread with accommodating chef and staff. The staff is EXCEPTIONAL. I felt extremely safe and well taken care of. Highly recommended stay for the solo traveler.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
28 Jan 2025
Krzysztof
The property was close to everything and the staff was helpful and welcoming.
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jan 2025
Janet
Very comfortable and convenient
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jan 2025
Charvet
The excellent service, quality of the hotel and very good WiFi
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jan 2025
Loreal

Fantastic Stay!

Fantastic staff and incredible stay! We splurged on this about a week before the trip after realizing the apartment we rented didn’t really capture our needs. The breakfast was delicious, very helpful staff that have discount coupons for some of the best restaurants on the island. The taxi service that you can add from the airport to the hotel made our arrival extra special. 10/10 would stay again!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jan 2025
Lauren
Wonderful modern hotel with great amenities and perfect location
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Dec 2024
Kerry
The staff was friendly and very helpful when planning tours
and other outings. The room was clean and comfortable.
Attention to details: enough towel racks, a carafe of filter water was provided for brushing teeth, lots of shelves in bathroom, two luggage racks, laundry service, mini bar, charging ports in several locations in room, extra blankets,
robe and slippers.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Dec 2024
Pradip
One of the finest hotel I stayed so far. The staffs are incredibly friendly and helpful. The rooms and bathroom are 5 star level hotel while you feel living in your own home. Excellent breakfast!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
17 Oct 2024
Alba
My stay was exceptional, the staff was friendly and helpful at all times. They always made sure I was comfortable and had everything I needed during my stay. The location was very convenient as it was close to the port and I was able to walk to the restaurants nearby. 10/10 would recommend and stay here again.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
03 Sep 2024
Jacqueline
Check in was quick and easy. Staff are super helpful and informative. Breakfast was delicious. Rooms are clean and quite spacious. There is construction right outside the front door but there are walkways around it. They were super thoughtful and prepared a box meal for my dad who went on a day excursion. The meal was generous in both choice and quantity. It’s walking distance to many areas. They gift you two free water bottles and two reusable bags. Honestly this hotel is quite the gem. They recommended great restaurants and tour operators. I would stay here again and recommend to anyone coming to Santa Cruz island.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
13 Aug 2024
Felicita
Wonderful Stay in the Galápagos – Highly Recommend!

We had an amazing stay at this hotel during our trip to the Galápagos. The staff went above and beyond to ensure our visit was perfect. They were not only thorough in their service but also incredibly helpful in offering tips on the best places to visit and things to see. Their local insights made our experience even more memorable.

The breakfast was a highlight—absolutely stellar, with a variety of delicious options to start the day right. We felt truly taken care of throughout our stay.

If you're looking for a place to stay in the Galápagos, I would definitely recommend this hotel. I’d gladly stay here again!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jul 2024
Cotton
Our stay at Hotel Cucuve was great! The rooms were very nice and beds comfortable. The breakfast was great too - made to order eggs, fruit, bread, cereal, and other food options, plus juice and delicious coffee, The hotel manager and staff were very helpful and attentive, and they helped with logistics and any needs we had! I highly recommend this hotel and would stay there again if we return to Galapagos.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jul 2024
Austin
Wonderful hotel.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jul 2024
Kumar
Property is excellent and staff very friendly. Cancellation policy for rescheduling is very inflexible.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jun 2024
Christopher Raymond
Excellent high end facilities, convenient location to restaurants, shopping, port access (Isabela Island), ATMs, etc.

Staff very friendly and helpful
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jun 2024
Evon

A Great Stay

Hotel Cucuve was perfect for my 3-night stay on Santa Cruz. The room and bathroom were super spacious and clean and staff could not have been more friendly and helpful. The location is also super convenient, just a short walk to many attractions on the island. I highly recommend Hotel Cucuve.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
06 May 2024
Laurel
We loved everything about Hotel Cucuve! The service is top notch. The beds and bedding so comfortable, slept great every night. The location is perfect, easily walkable to pretty much anywhere we wanted to go. Loved the terrace that was available for us to use by Bahia Mar. We spent a lot of our downtime there. Loved that they had filtered water available for us to fill our water bottles, saved us a fortune in bottled water! The breakfast was good too, cooked to order eggs every day. Everyone working there was so friendly and accomodating!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
04 May 2024
Bethany
This is a great place to stay! It is in a very walkable area, close to many restaurants and shops. The breakfast is great and the hotel is very clean. When we come back we will definitely be staying there.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Apr 2024
Dale
Excellent location. Solid hardwood furnishings. Very good breakfasts. Friendly, helpful staff. Only drawback was
lack of in-room coffee maker. Highly recommend!
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
09 Apr 2024
William
This hotel was absolutely perfect for our adventure to the Galapagos- the location was ideal and the property was pristine. The staff was so kind and hospitable- the manager , Ana, made us feel like family, as did all whom we interacted with.
We will definitely be returning to this property and would recommend it to anyone traveling to the charming Puerto Ayora !
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
11 Mar 2024
Angelique
The staff is amazing at this location and the hotel is just beautiful! Thank you to the staff for the wonderful stay!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
06 Mar 2024
Michelle

Top Notch!

Wonderful staff! Will stay here if I return to Puerto Ayora. Will recommend to others! Bravo!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
05 Mar 2024
Robert
Large clean comfortable air conditioned room 1/2 a block off the main street in Puertoa Ayora
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
02 Mar 2024
Rebecca
Hotel Cucuve and the staff made our stay perfect. Comfortable, accommodating and an excellent location. Thank you for your wonderful hospitality. I would highly recommend!
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
28 Feb 2024
Aaron
This property is amazing. The rooms and bathrooms are large. The breakfast is made-to-order and exceptionally good. The staff is super nice and helpful. The property is steps from the main street with plenty of restaurants. Taxis are easy to get; I only had to wait 30 seconds every time I needed one. I will definitely stay here the next time I'm on Santa Cruz Island.
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
07 Feb 2024
Bradley
Very expensive glorified youth hostel - not a hotel. Did not receive room I booked, on line photos are very misleading/deceptive, no elevator, no AC in common areas, front desk staff with limited hours, poor WIFI, unappealing breakfast, awful laundry service (ruined a shirt) and a ridiculous 9AM checkout time - a first for me in almost 40 years of travel. Just a tremendous disappointment for the price - spoiled the first couple days of a once in a life time Galapagos adventure - such a shame…
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jan 2024
Carlo Alberto Dormi La
Everything was amazing, christian os the best.
Totally recomended.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
23 Jan 2024
kimbery

Great location and beautiful boutique hotel!

This hotel was so much better than we expected. The breakfast was made for us every morning. The room was clean and beautiful and the location fantastic. And I am a hotel snob. We loved it! Only took a couple pics of my food. Wish I had more.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Dec 2023
Keith Edward
Great hospitality
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Dec 2023
Lindsay C
This is a lovely property in a great location. It is spotlessly clean, the staff are welcoming and friendly. The rooms are a great size, lovely bathroom. There are even bathrobes and slippers, and an in room safe.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
04 Nov 2023
Yesenia
Amazing service and very friendly
Partner
8/10
Excellent
27 Oct 2023
Sherri
The hotel is clean and the property looks good. I was disappointed by a picture they featured that was NOT of there property but has been taken down now. Their breakfast was good with snacks available anytime.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
26 Oct 2023
Brandon

Another great stay!

Another great stay. Comfortable beds, extra clean rooms , and a good breakfast. Staff makes sure you are taken care of. Has a filtered water faucet and snacks. Location is very convenient
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
22 Oct 2023
Chantelle

Hidden Gem

Cleanest hotel I have ever stayed in. Service was fantastic. Comfortable bed and great breakfast. The staff at this hotel care for their guests and it shows. Location was close to everything. They even helped us line up a taxi for a highland tour. Only downside is check out is 9:00 am. However you can tell the work they put in to make the hotel shine.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
10 Oct 2023
Ann

Excellent Hotel

Excellent hotel in downtown Puerto Ayora. Ana, the manager, was very helpful and took care of our every need. Breakfasts (handmade to order) were wonderful. Good location, very clean.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
31 Aug 2023
Roger

Hotel Cucuve is the perfect hotel getaway.

Our stay at Hotel Cucuve was outstanding. The staff was friendly and courteous, going out of their way to ensure we had a great time. The rooms were spacious and beautiful, the breakfast was great and the location to downtown cannot be beat. We would absolutely stay here again!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jul 2023
pratyush
Small and yet very comfortable hotel. The staff is great and goes above and beyond to answer questions or requests. It's a great location, close to the water and the little downtown area. If you're there for island hopping and don't need a pool, this is your place.
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jul 2023
amor aida
Very convenient, staff is very helpful and friendly . Kudos to Ana, Christian, Stephanie, Fanny. Highly recommended !
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jul 2023
Elizabeth
Great service , everyone was friendly, the breakfast was great and prepared for two vegans! The hotel is clean modern and close to all the main restaurants, entertainment. The walk to the Darwin Center and beach was only about 10 minutes, Travel agency close which was great for bookings tours and taxis.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jun 2023
CORRIE
Excellent, clean, modern, relatively small hotel in the heart of Puerto Ayora. Staff were friendly and went above and beyond. We were up and out of the hotel early in the mornings (5:30 am) before breakfast was served and the hotel staff made us a boxed breakfast the day before to take with us. I cannot say enough about the value for this hotel. There is a espresso/coffee machine in the shared kitchen, hotel is modern clean and relatively quiet. You can find cheaper hotels in Porto Ayora, but I suspect you will not find better value.
Business_and_leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jun 2023
Verified traveler
Lovely small hotel. Large room with all you need on trip including hairdryer, usb point, water cooler, beach towels. Staff very professional and breakfast well prepared.
Position close to main waterfront and easy to walk from.
Definitely recommend
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 May 2023
Danny
Solid Breakfast, coffee is good. Clean, big rooms. Nice complimentary items. AC is great. Bed is a bit firm but still comfortable. Very clean. Friendly staff.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 May 2023
Denise
This is a small boutique Hotel right in the center of a small town in Santa Cruz Island. It has everything you need. Great breakfast, complementary refillable water bottles, free filtered water, bags and towels for day trips, around the clock coffee tea and snacks, super friendly and helpful staff. It is safe, extremely clean, large rooms and bath room.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Mar 2023
Jon
Cucuve is a botique hotel in the best sense of the word. We loved the bright, clean, air-conditioned rooms, the delicious breakfasts and handy all hours snack bar, and the central location, just steps away from the heart of the thriving restaurant and tourist district on the malecon.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
25 Mar 2023
Daphne
This is a nice hotel. There is A/C in the rooms and they provide breakfast for you everyday. If you have a tour they provide you with a to-go breakfast which is very nice.
The bathrooms are not air-conditioned and ours specifically had an open window that opened to an area that was very busy with music some nights. Staff is friendly.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jan 2023
blake
Very good attention to detail, quiet, very good hotel
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jan 2023
Verified traveler

Awesome stay

Check in was easy. Christian was excellent. He gave us great instructions re hotel entry after hours, breakfast, amenities. He was also very helpful about local eateries and tours/sightseeing things to do. The hotel itself is very clean and seems to work hard to recycle as best as they can. They also gave us each an empty bottle of water and recyclable shopping bag which was great since some of us did not bring our hydration bags. Most of the hotels in the islands we stayed do not have vents in their restrooms so they leave the windows partially opened with a window screen in place. Cucuve was no different. Would stay here again. Definitely recommend.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jan 2023
Wanda
Very nice room. Loved the little extras like having a robe and slippers and chocolates each day. The staff were helpful to order a beautiful cake and have it ready in our room to celebrate a birthday. There was access all the time to water, hot drinks and snacks. It was very clean and in a great location. Loved our stay there!
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
30 Dec 2022
Nimmi
Nice convenient updated place with hot breakfast. Good value.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
08 Dec 2022
Shuyi
A very lovely boutique hotel with great location! The staffs are all very nice and the breakfast is excellent!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
05 Dec 2022
Rasa
Excellent location! Exceptional staff! Place has everything you can think off and more! Loved it! Stayed 4 nights.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 Nov 2022
Christopher
Great location in town. walkable to restaurants, beaches and tour shops. Great, friendly and helpful staff.
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
02 Nov 2022
Al
Visit d for 4 nights late October with my 24 and 15 yo daughters. Beautiful facilities, great location close to major tourist spots, eateries, bars, and coffee shops. Very walkable and safe early morning or late at night. Staff was nice extremely professional and did an amazing job. Cristian is very friendly and makes an amazing breakfast!! Highly recommend this hotel.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
06 Sep 2022
THEODORA
Everything was great. Excellent attention to detail. A must stay hotel in Puerto Ayora.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
18 Aug 2022
Kieran
Piece of paradise, in paradise. Excellent service once on site; very friendly staff throughout; spotlessly clean. Would highly recommend
Leisure Partner

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Charles Binford 083 Y Ave Charles Darwin, Puerto Ayora, Ecuador

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