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Hotel Mainao

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Mainao is a cheerful Moorish-style mid-range hotel in Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz Island.

This striking white, Moorish style property started life as a family home. The owners, enthusiastic to welcoming visitors to the Galápagos, have developed the property into a cheerful, family friendly property of 22 guest rooms – some with balcony access -and patios dotted with palms.

The décor is bright and modern, and rooms have shiny tiled floors, air-conditioning and a TV. There’s Wifi, but it is weak and patchy. Upper floors are reached by winding staircases and there is no lift, so if you have an issue with stairs please ask for a ground floor room.

If you are looking for a place in the lively town of Puerto Ayora the hotel is very well located, just a few minutes’ walk from the centre, with its bars, shops and restaurants, and the waterfront. There’s a lovely beach in walkable distance too.

What our clients say

Without a doubt, the Galapagos Islands were amazing. We feel very privileged.
SM, South Croydon Feb 2016
The Galapagos blew me away. was even better than I expected. it never felt crowded and the guides and crew made us feel as thought we were special.
, Surbiton Jul 2018
How close we could get to the wildlife in the Galápagos.
DG, Neston Dec 2011
I had wanted to travel to the Galápagos for many years. My husband did not want to go, so I arranged the trip by myself and had a memorable time,…
JG Apr 2011
The trip around the Galápagos was spectacular and I have never experienced anything like it before.
LB, Enfield Oct 2012
The attention to environmental concerns on the Galápagos was first rate. The national park is a pristine environment and every effort is being made to keep it that way.
PT, Peterborough Oct 2011

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Kathryn backpacked across Argentina, Chile, Bolivia and Peru before joining us. She has a degree in Philosophy and French and is a keen netball player.

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