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Finch Bay

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Finch Bay is a small beachfront hotel catering for guests individually with an array of excursions and activities to choose from. A stay here is a great alternative or complement to a cruise if you want to explore an island more intimately.

This beautiful beachfront hotel is located near the main settlement of Puerto Ayora on Santa Cruz Island. This unique volcanic archipelago presents visitors with the opportunity to get up close and personal with an incredible diversity of wildlife including sea lions, iguanas and boobies.

While most explore the islands on a cruise, Finch Bay is an excellent option for those preferring a land-based stay, or indeed for anyone who likes the idea of seeing the Galápagos from both perspectives.

Its rooms and suites are simply furnished with private bathrooms, a terrace or balcony and air-conditioning. It sits near the beach, a short water taxi transfer from the town, and offers guests a large pool, outdoor Jacuzzi, spa, restaurant, bar and large sun terrace to supplement the attractions of the lovely sands on the water’s edge.

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What our clients say

  • "It knows what it's doing! Great front counter staff. Enjoyed relaxing in the hammock in the evening. Good pool and while I was only eating cereals, really impressive breakfast spread."

    PW, Norwich Dec 2013
  • “The Galápagos Islands are spectacular and we are so glad we had the time to visit. After a busy four days onboard La Pinta it was good to have a…

    EK, Saltash Jan 2014
  • "This a perfect choice to chill following a cruise....the staff were all attentive and keen to make your stay welcoming...has a lovely swimming pool. A definite favourite."

    JC, Usk Mar 2014
  • Excellent Best hotel we have ever stayed in! Great location, excellent staff, were made to feel really special. Food was just incredible!!!...In our case the holiday was exactly as we…

    SC, Oswestry Jun 2018
  • "We particularly loved Finch Bay because of the wildlife; we found a turtle in the bay after failing to find any in all our snorkelling trips!"

    HS, Chiswick Aug 2013
  • Absolutely wonderful hotel.Fantastic location and totally relaxing. Beautifully warm swimming pool. Stunning views from our sea view suite. All staff very courteous and helpful. Just what we needed after a…

    VH, Bristol Jul 2019
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