Posada del Caminante
Hostel/Backpacker accommodationBarrio Loja, Puerto VillamilShow on map
Fabulous
Guests rate it highest for service, amenities and location.
8.6343Reviews- Check-in from 11:00 AMCheck-out by 9:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Fabulous locationGuests rate the location 8.7 out of 10, at Barrio Loja.
Convenient Location Practical rooms with free Wi-Fi on Galapagos Island, just 400 meters from the beach. Close proximity to the town’s market and Tomas Volcano ensures a memorable stay.
Comfortable Accommodation Del Caminante offers rooms with TVs, refrigerators, and private or shared bathrooms with 24/7 hot water. Some rooms even feature kitchen facilities for added convenience.
Amenities and Services Guests can enjoy a shared kitchen and help themselves to complimentary fresh fruits. Laundry services are available for added convenience.
Book your stay now at Posada del Caminante for a delightful and hassle-free experience on Galapagos Island!
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Room service
- Terrace
- Family rooms
- Garden
- Hiking
Rooms
8.6
Fabulous
Rated 8.6 out of 10 by 343 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness8.6
- Service8.8
- Location8.7
- Rooms8.6
- Amenities8.8
- Value8.5
- Food & drink8.4
Guests mention
Comfortable roomsHelpful staff
RadoslavCzech RepublicGreat hospitability of the staff and great care from reception. On our last day after checkout they provides us with towels and possibility to shower, which was great
LaetitiaFranceTrès bon rapport qualité prix sur Isabla mais manque un peu de rafrachisssment /propreté
Très bon rapport qualité prix
Emplacement dans un « quartier » populaire très sympa et pas loin des activités principales
Eau à disposition , banane à disposition
Manque de propreté , manque de rafraîchissement
Manque…
wenzhenUnited StatesThe owner was really kind. When we left our passports in our room, we contacted the owner for help and he talked with the captain on the ferry to help send it to us. We are forever grateful!
ChiaraGermanySehr schöner Aufenthaltsbereich mit Hängematten. Ordentliche Küche, man konnte sich Bananen und Orangen nehmen. Wir konnten kostenlos Wäsche waschen lassen. Jason war sehr nett.
Nichts.
MuradUnited StatesJason was amazing. Highly accommodating and pretty laid back. 10+ for his attitude and friendliness.
ZinaUnited StatesIncredible value
This is the best value for your money on Isabela! There is drinking water and fruit available (but no snorkeling gear, like I thought) and the free laundry is incredibly generous! The owner helped us arrange tours at the…
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated December 2025.
Where you’ll be
Barrio Loja, Puerto Villamil
Guests rate the location 8.7 out of 10 — fabulous.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 11:00 AM until 06:30 PM
Check-out by 9:00 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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Please note in order to get to Posada del Caminante from Balta Airport on Santa Cruz Island, guests need to drive up to Puerto Ayora, approximately an hour away, and then hire a local boat to Puerto Villamil Isabela, approximately a 2-hour drive away. Boats leave once a day at 2pm, please confirm schedule locally.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- How many rooms they will hold at once, for how long, and on what terms.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Posada del Caminante
What time is check-in and check-out at Posada del Caminante?
Check-in is from 11:00 AM. Check-out is by 9:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Posada del Caminante allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Posada del Caminante?
Parking is listed among the property's facilities. Whether it's free and whether a space can be reserved varies, so we check it against your dates rather than promise it here.
Does Posada del Caminante have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I book a block of rooms at Posada del Caminante?
The property lists meeting and banquet space, which usually means it handles group business — but how many rooms it will hold at once, for how long, and at what rate are set case by case and are not in any feed. Tell us the dates and the number of rooms and we'll get those terms from the property in writing before anything is charged.
Can I check in late at Posada del Caminante?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 11:00 AM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book Posada del Caminante?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Posada del Caminante?
Barrio Loja, Puerto Villamil.
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