Finch Bay

The Finch Bay Rooms offer guests a comfortable and enjoyable stay, arrayed in a ring around the property. They are connected by an attractive wooden walkway through the hotel’s exquisitely landscaped gardens. All of the rooms have balconies with hammocks, perfect to relax and rewind after a day discovering the islands. These rooms can accommodate up to 2 people and are available as single or double options.

Amenities

• Garden view
• Air conditioning
• Free toiletries
• Ensuite Bathroom
• Safety deposit box
• Desk
• Slippers
• Telephone
• Hairdryer
• Wake-up service
• Executive lounge access
• Wardrobe or closet
• Ironing facilities

The Finch Bay Suites offer guests a spacious and relaxing space, designed to mimic the natural environment of the island, their walls are lined with dark volcanic stones and wooden handrails. Each suite is slightly elevated so that guests can see the spectacular sights of the bay and the ocean from their private balcony; a perfect place to rest and recover after a day of exploring. Four of the suites are interconnected, making them a great choice for groups of family or friends travelling together.

Amenities

• Sea view
• Private Balcony
• Sound-proofing
• Air conditioning
• Free toiletries
• Ensuite Bathroom
• Safety deposit box
• Desk
• Slippers
• Telephone
• Hairdryer
• Wake-up service
• Executive lounge access
• Wardrobe or closet
• Ironing facilities

Cuisine

The Finch Bay Galapagos Hotel Restaurant offers guests an extraordinary gourmet culinary experience, in perfect harmony with its surrounding environment; the gentle sounds of the ocean and natural beauty of the island from a truly delicious angle. The menu is a reflection of the island, all the wonders that can be found exploring it, prepared in the Finch Bay-style.  The ingredients used in their dishes are all fresh and organic, including natural herbs and vegetables grown in their on-site garden.

All dietary preferences and needs are catered for, including vegetarian, vegan and celiac.

Drinks

• Cocktails – Unique signature cocktails are crafted by the hotel’s in house mixologist.
• Wine – A worthy wine list of red and white wines principally from Chile and Argentina.

Special occasions

The Finch Bay Galapagos Hotel Restaurant is the ideal place to host events, offering romantic poolside dinners to ceviche cooking classes. Whatever the style or occasion of the event may be the Finch Bay Galapagos Hotel is always ready to create a unique and personalised experience.

Opening times

Buffet breakfast is offered from 6:15 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.

À la carte lunches and appetizers are served from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Dinner is available from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

The Finch Bay Galapagos Hotel is situated on the island of Santa Cruz, one of the Galápagos islands, this expedition hotel offers a variety of excursions and trips, all unique and distinctive in their own way.

Explore the Galapagos islands via an exclusive day tour where you will be able to marvel at the beauty of the Galapagos’ Central Islands aboard the hotel’s very own Sea Lion Yacht. Each tour gives you the opportunity to witness different distinctive island species.

Each tour comes complete with:-

• Transportation from the puerto ayora dock (only if you are not our guest at the Finch Bay Galapagos hotel)
• Excursions with galapagos national park certified naturalist guide
• Guided snorkelling activities (with equipment)
• Lunch onboard
• Use of towels
• Taxes

Day Tours – Islands

Bartolome Island

“One of the most fascinating and otherworldly islands in the Galapagos”

Available on Tuesdays and Saturdays

Galapagos iconic species:

• Galapagos Penguins
• Blue-footed Boobies
• Galapagos Sea Lions

South Plaza Island

“Crystalline waters, volcanic shorelines, and mesmerizing colours await!”

Available on Wednesdays and Fridays

Galapagos iconic species:

• Galapagos Penguins
• Blue-footed Boobies
• Land Iguanas
• Frigatebirds (Great and Magnificent)

North Seymour Island and Las Bachas beach

“Teeming with history and nature everywhere you look.”

Available on Mondays (Las Bachas/North Seymour) and Sundays (North Seymour/Las Bachas)

Galapagos iconic species:

• American Flamingos
• Blue-footed Boobies
• Marine Iguanas

Santa Fe Island 

“Pristine landscapes with endemic and iconic fauna”

Available on Thursdays

Galapagos iconic species:

• Galapagos Hawk
• Blue-footed Boobies
• Santa Fe Land Iguana

Many unique experiences are on offer at the Finch Bay Galapagos Hotel. Read a book by the freshwater swimming pool, snorkel from their beach and marvel at the extraordinary marine wildlife or ride a bike downhill towards the shore feeling the rush of wind through your hair. All of these experiences and more are ready and waiting for you.

Experiences

• Bike – enjoy the views, little traffic and unique wildlife all on a quiet bike trail.
• Bond through family time – amazing experiences for all the family.
• Garrapatero beach – take a dip in the water, kayak and enjoy the spectacular views.
• Las Grietas –  a fascinating rock formation, perfect to snorkel.
• Hike – explore the distinctive landscapes.
• Kayak – “get some exercise and spot unique endemic wildlife.”
• Observe Wildlife – encounter the Galapagos” big 15
• Relax – rest and relax by the pool or book a treatment at the on-site spa.
• Scuba Dive – observe “the variety and abundance of marine wildlife.”
• Snorkel – witness “numerous unusual coloured fish species, enormous sea turtles, and harmless sharks.”
• Tortuga Bay – a magnificent white sand beach, perfect for swimming, relaxing, kayaking, snorkelling and surfing.
• Stroll through the streets – explore the town of Puerto Ayora with its small cafes, boutiques, nightclubs, farmer’s market and fisherman’s wharf.
• Charles Darwin Station – “a fascinating interpretation centre and tortoise rearing program facilities.”
• Lava Tunnels – “Visit one of the island’s lava tunnels, significant geological formations that take us back in time and act as a stark reminder of the islands’ volcanic origins.”

There are many ways for you to make the most of your time at the Finch Bay Galapagos Hotel. Looking for a longer stay, why not make the most of it and book onto one of the carefully curated tour programs. Whether you are looking for a bit of adventure, wildlife watching or a honeymoon getaway, there is a program for you.

Programs

• Finch Bay Ideal – explore the Galapagos islands and the national park in less than a week.
• Finch Bay Expedition – a complete expedition package where you can see the best of the Galapagos.
• Finch Bay Diving – experience a fascinating underwater adventure.
• Finch Bay Honeymoon – a romantic escapade with personalised little details.
• Ecuador’s Unique Destinations Tour – a chance to witness unimaginable beauty and extraordinary wildlife.
• The Golden Triangle: Best places to visit in Ecuador – the perfect combination of the top 3 places to visit and the best hotels in the country.
• Finch Bay and Machu Picchu – embark on a unique adventure and explore two one of a kind places.
• Island-to-Island Hopping – stay in two luxury hotels on two of the Galapagos’ most enchanting islands and explore everything these islands have to offer.

Finch Bay Galapagos Hotel are committed to preserving and caring for the Galapagos islands and their unique wildlife, playing a crucial part in tourism sustainability on the islands. This is done through many eco-friendly practices and policies.

• They encourage their staff to commute to work by bike. Currently, 70% of their staff use this alternative transportation.
• They train their staff in environmental and sustainability issues – practices which they take home with them.
• They provide complimentary refillable water bottles (as opposed to disposable plastic bottles).
• They try to serve food that is organic, free of pesticides, and preservatives wherever possible.
• They clean the public beach every day.
• They use sustainable technology like solar panels and water treatment plants to optimise the use of resources.

Finch Bay Hotel are the only hotel in Puerto Ayora with their own water treatment plan in addition to this they collect rainwater for purification and subsequent use, they water the gardens at the coolest times of the day and they constantly monitor their water system to avoid leaks.

Energy-saving measures such as solar panels, LED light bulbs, movement sensors and more efficient electrical appliances have been introduced on-site following an audit by the Ecuadorian Ministry of Energy. As well as this they have improved insulation in all our rooms to keep cold air inside, installed solar panels which save about 50 to 70% of the energy required to heat water, monitor their energy use and provide environmentally-friendly and biodegradable soap, detergent and shampoo supplies.

All waste and recycle items are classified such as glass, plastic, paper and cardboard. Organic waste is used for compost. The hotel’s sheets and linens outdoors, reducing the use of drying machines. As much wood as possible is recycled and re-used in construction work.

They grow as many fruit and vegetables as they can in their own organic garden in order to reduce their carbon footprint, both by bringing in less produce and by using their home-made compost as an input. Takeout food isn’t offered (because of all the packaging involved) and no disposable plates or cutlery are used. Everything is bought locally and over 500 mangroves have been planted in the areas surrounding the hotel.