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Galapagos Native

3.0 star property
Family-friendly guesthouse with full-service spa and free breakfast
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Billiards
Bar (on property)
View from room
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Family Room

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
The price is NZ$223
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2025

Explore the area

Map
Tomas de Berlanga 368 y 12 de Febrero, Puerto Ayora, Galapagos, 200350
  • Academy Bay
    2 min walk
  • Fishing Piers
    3 min walk
  • Red Tuna
    1 min walk
  • Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour)
    94 min drive

Room options

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Single Room

Single Room

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Triple Room

Triple Room

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room, Balcony

Deluxe Twin Room, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
  • 34 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Single Beds

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Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Puerto Ayora

A family-friendly stay in the heart of Puerto Ayora awaits you at Galapagos Native. Within steps you'll find Galápagos National Park and Academy Bay. Highlights at this guest house include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .A relaxing visit to SPA can include deep-tissue massages and sports massages. At the guest house's own lounge bar or poolside bar, you can enjoy a drink. Meeting rooms and coworking space are among the business amenities offered. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Each morning free buffet breakfast is offered between 6:30 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also free parking nearby, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 3-property class Puerto Ayora guest house include Fishing Piers and Las Grietas.
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What's nearby

  • Malecon - 5 min walk
  • Las Ninfas Lagoon - 8 min walk
  • Playa de los Alemanes - 11 min walk
  • Charles Darwin Research Station - 14 min walk
  • Tortuga Bay Beach - 2 min drive

Getting around

  • Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour) - 94 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Almar Lounge & Grill Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪El Muelle De Darwin - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪TJ Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Golden Prague Galapagos - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Il Giardino - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Galapagos Native

Family-friendly guesthouse with full-service spa and free breakfast
Galapagos Native offers its guests a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

Meeting rooms and coworking spaces are available. Spa services, a library, and barbecue grills are also featured at the family-friendly Galapagos Native. An area shuttle within 5 kilometres and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) are available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Puerto Ayora guest house.

  • 1 building
  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Galapagos Native offers 17 accommodations with minibars and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desk chairs and dining tables. Pillowtop beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay-per-view films. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include offices, desks and telephones. In-room massages, hypo-allergenic bedding and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the guest house's full-service spa, SPA. Services include deep-tissue massages and sports massages. The spa is open daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 50 metres
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 5 kilometres
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private wine tours
  • TV in common areas
  • Wine tours
  • Winery release events

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Dining table
  • Free cot
  • In-room babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Coworking space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On the bay
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

Full-service spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • In-room massages
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium satellite channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Dining table
  • Late-night room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Office
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Galapagos Native

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 3 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Ecuador value-added tax (15%). Non-resident travellers who present a valid passport and tourist visa may be eligible for a tax refund. However, non-resident travellers may be exempt from value-added tax (15%) on package bookings.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 50 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 50 (return), (up to 3 years old)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche, debit cards and cash. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the guest house before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child aged 3 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Galapagos Native House Puerto Ayora
Galapagos Native House
Galapagos Native Puerto Ayora
Galapagos Native
Galapagos Native Guesthouse Puerto Ayora
Galapagos Native Guesthouse
Galapagos Native Guesthouse
Galapagos Native Puerto Ayora
Galapagos Native Guesthouse Puerto Ayora

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Galapagos Native?

Galapagos Native offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Galapagos Native?

As of 23 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Galapagos Native on 6 Jan 2025 start from NZ$222.92, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Galapagos Native?

Yep, Galapagos Native is a short 11-minute walk from Playa de los Alemanes. Fun beach activities include surfing, snorkelling and scuba diving. You can also find boat tours.

Is there a spa on site at Galapagos Native?

Yep, SPA is available for guests. You'll enjoy services like sports massages.

Does Galapagos Native have a pool?

Galapagos Native has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger and with a coldie from the bar.

What makes Galapagos Native a romantic place to stay?

Winery tours and couples dining, as well as rainfall showerheads and pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Galapagos Native.

Is Galapagos Native family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as an arcade and laundry facilities, as well as childcare services and free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Galapagos Native is a hit with families.

Does Galapagos Native serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary buffet brekkie is served daily from 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Galapagos Native?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Galapagos Native?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Galapagos Native?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Galapagos Native?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Galapagos Native Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 91 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 91 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 91 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 91 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 91 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
My room was very clean and the bed was comfortable. It is very close to the boat launch and there are tons of restaurants and shops within a few minute's walk. Breakfast is a set meal...toast, eggs, meat, cheese, and fruit. If you are a vegan or have dietary restrictions, you are going to have an issue with the breakfast. The door to my patio was broken so I wasn't able to put my wetsuit out to dry. The hot water took about 5 minutes to heat. Wifi in the room is non-existant, I had to go down to the restaurant to get access. The area is VERY loud, the restaurant plays loud music and there is a nightclub across the street that blasts music on the weekends. The pool closes at 6 and has no seating, its really not a place to hang out unless you have kids. You can probably get a similar room for less since the amenities are actually very basic, despite what it lookslike on the website.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy access, quiet, close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location but noisy neighbourhood at night. Very helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

RENE

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

SANDRA, san jose

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was big, water pressure great, and the breakfast fantastic. They will even give you a togo breakfast if you had to catch the boat to another island, which usually is early in the morning. The TV did not work.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

LUIS

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente ubicación, desayuno muy rico. Muy contenta con la elección
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

4/10 Poor

Veronica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Demasiado ruido, hay un bar restaurante como parte del hotel, con música demasiado alta desde muy de mañana y hasta muy tarde en la noche. Difícil descansar con tanto ruido. Su personal muy amable.

6/10 Okay

Kurtis

Ok value for the money, but no functioning WiFi
It's probably an ok stay for the money. But be warned that the wifi barely works at all. For someone who needs to work on the road, like myself, that proved pretty disastrous. The breakfast was very basic. Location is pretty good though, short walk from everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

2/10 Terrible

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Hillary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Is clean but the area is noisy
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

2/10 Terrible

Julia

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cold shower, bad wifi
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

Patrick

Wifi did almost not work at all in my room more the common areas of the hotel. There was often no one available at the front desk. However the people were friendly and the cleaning person always did a good job.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Cristhian, Long Island City

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pros. 1.The Hotel is close to everything so everything you would ever want is at walking distance. 2. Very clean Hotel with very friendly staff and it feels very safe inside the Hotel and out 3. It has a pool which has a decent temperature and is clean. 4. Price was decent but expected more for what I paid. Cons. 1. My only complain about the hotel would be the amount of noise. Tjhe walls are very thin that you can hear everything. 2. They allowed someone to have a birthday party right outside our door pretty much in the hallway/balcony. It was a kids parry so you can guess how loud it was. It felt like our privacy went down from a 5/10 to a 0 because of it. 3. Little expensive for that kind of Hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Paul

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Marie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing location and service!
Galagos Native was centrally located, clean and affordable. I recommend their breakfast because it was really good! The staff was very accommodating— they were able to find a private taxi service for us since the places we wanted to visit was all over the island of Santa Cruz. The internet/WIFI could have been stronger though. However, I believe it is slow (compared to Quito) for most of the island anyway.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Odavis, Toronto

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was ok. Very clean but it had a hostel vibe to it. It was for one night and was perfect enough for our needs. Staff were adorable and very kind though.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was excellent. Interesting places in walking distance. The staff could not have been more helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The woman who works the reception and room cleaning (she has adorable small children with her) is extremely nice. I inquired about a laundry mat nearby and she let me know they’d do it for me for $2 per kg (great price!!) The property is highly suitable for its location and price point, the included breakfast is great — the woman in the restaurant didn’t speak much English and my Spanish is rough, a printed translated breakfast menu would probably make it much easier on both parties. Our room was large, sunny, and clean with a balcony the only thing was the bathroom smelled like a plumbing/sewage issue.. maybe the drain was backed up but we kept the door shut. Oh also the wifi doesn’t work but that’s common in the islands. I would stay here again!!! 7.5/10
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Free breaky was good. Needs better in room internet
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property had a good location and purified water always available in the lobby. WiFi doesn't work at all, they shouldn't even advertise as having it! Made my reservations about a month in advance, when I arrived I was told my room was getting maintenance and that they had arranged for me to stay in a hostel down the road. When I arrived at 10am when they said the room would be ready it still wasn't - I asked to put my stuff down at least so I could start my day and when I got to the room it was a complete mess. In other words, it wasn't getting maintenance, someone had been living in it. I don't like liars!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
I arrived to the hotel before the check-in time and had to wait about 10 minutes for someone to show up at the front desk. Then they were pretty confused at my question of wanting to store my luggage at the front desk until after check-in. I liked that they had a water cooler to fill up reusable water bottles. I was given the room that I booked on Expedia but then the next day was asked if I could switch rooms because they needed that room for a larger family reservation. They were begging me and I agreed. The second room was okay but the view was not as good as the first room. Breakfast was included but I had made arrangements the day before check-out to ensure that my breakfast would be ready at 6:30AM (the time that breakfast began) and they assured me that it would be ready. I went to the breakfast area at 6:30AM and they did not open the breakfast area for seating until 7:10AM. At that point I had to leave to the airport due to the fact that t takes about 2 hours to get to. Although the rooms were clean and spacious, I would not stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019