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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

  • "This is a very nice hotel in a good location - a great base to explore the neighbouring islands.”

    BB, Surrey Nov 2013
  • This more than lived up to its pre-departure billing. It was quiet, comfortable and beautifully located across the bay from Puerto Ayora. It had its own shuttle water taxi to…

    DM, Nottingham Jun 2018
  • Lovely place. Staff very helpful but could do with more in restaurant.

    SH, Aug 2018
  • "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
  • 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
  • Superb hotel, great staff, lovely location, a win win

    EG, Dorking Apr 2017
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Sophie lived in Chile before joining us and has travelled extensively across Latin America, from Mexico to the furthest tip of Patagonia and beyond to Antarctica.

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