Semilla Verde Boutique Hotel
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About this property
Semilla Verde Boutique Hotel offers its guests a nature based experience on Santa Cruz Island. It is located only a 12-minute drive from Puerto Ayora. It offers rooms with free Starlink Wi-Fi and private balconies. There is free coffee from the hotel's own plantation and fresh water provided in dispensors. At this hotel guests can relax in the hammocks or spot wild giant tortoises and native birds in the hotel's extensive garden and nature trails. Panoramic views of Galapagos National Park can be enjoyed from the terraces. Semilla Verde Boutique Hotel has rooms with flat-screen TVs and DVD players. All of them include private bathrooms with walk in showers. All the rooms have views of the forest or coastline from private terraces or balconies. A full breakfast with eggs, fresh fruits, bacon and waffles is served daily in the main building of the property. Meals including vegetarian dishes are available upon request and there is a bar. The hotel offers tours and activities to surrounding islands including Santa Cruz Island. The hotel is a 12-minute taxi ride from Puerto Ayora town, the Charles Darwin Station and Tortuga Bay Beach. Semilla Verde Boutique Hotel is 19 mi from Baltra airport by taxi and ferry. Private transfers can be arranged to and from the airport for an extra fee.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free Wifi
- Airport shuttle
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Restaurant
- Fitness center
- Bar
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Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Mark
United States
“Ability to see the tortoises and the wonderful open space. There are options to add additional luxuries. This is both wonderful to make it the stay you want and costs can add up quickly. To ensure you understand your costs you are asked multiple...” - Robert
United States
“We loved the location - with a huge bonus of tortoises right on property. The breakfast was delicious and our host, Katia, was exceptional! She catered to our every need and offered such wonderful insight for our trip. Thank you!” - Danny
Brazil
“Everything! The room is amazing and you see turtles all around the property. All the staff is very friendly and welcoming. So quiet and cozy!” - Vanessa
United States
“It was recommended to us and didn't disappoint. The staff was amazing and went above and beyond, the property was great, I just wish we had more time to spend there and enjoy the property!” - Andrey
Germany
“-Great and helpful staff -Nice location near the Puerto Ayora -Comfortable room -Free teepot in the lobby” - Olivya
United States
“Semilla Verde feels like home away from home. Cattya and the staff are extremely helpful and accommodating. Although it is 20 min away from the town center, they called a taxi for us every day and made sure we had everything we needed for our...” - Caroline
United States
“Cattya was so good at anticipating needs, every time I turned around she was already handing me something I might want. Meals were delicious and the property is well-versed in accommodating many different dietary needs and have multiple types of...” - Nadine
United States
“Beautiful location that really lets you disconnect and enjoy time in nature, surrounded by the local residents!” - Alyson
United States
“I loved every minute of this hotel... walking around the grounds, seeing turtles in their natural habitat, relaxing on my balcony in a hammock with the beauty of nature, and eating dinner by candlelight.” - C
Spain
“It was a green lush hide away with winding paths to follow and tortoises to be spotted on all sides. I spent my birthday day and night here and it was a magical night sleeping in the cloud covered tree tops with turtles grazing 20 feet away. It's...”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- Meals should be preordered for arrival day. Or let us know at breakfast for same day lunches and dinners.
- Dietary optionsKosher • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 12 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.


The fine print
A deposit via bank transfer, PayPal or electronic check is required to secure your reservation (see Hotel Policies). The property will contact you with instructions after booking.
Semilla Verde remains true to the philosophy on which it originally built for good friends and family, ensuring a level of intimacy, few employes offering very personal service and home cooking your will only find in a traditional guest house.
Credit card bookings will be charged prior to arrival and adhere to our 14-day cancellation and refund policy. Semilla Verde remains true to the philosophy on which it originally built for good friends and family, ensuring a level of intimacy, few employes offering very personal service and home cooking your will only find in a traditional guest house. We want you to have the best possible experience. Please contact us if you have any questions or special requests.
Please inform Semilla Verde Boutique Hotel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.