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Reviews of Capitan Max B&B

Charles Binford st. Camino a Tortuga Bay, 200350 Puerto Ayora, Ecuador

#1 of 29 B&Bs and inns in Puerto Ayora

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 168 B&B reviews

9.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.6

  • Comfort

    9.5

  • Location

    9.7

  • Facilities

    9.2

  • Staff

    9.8

  • Value for money

    9.1

  • Free WiFi

    7.9

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  • Reviewed: April 24, 2024

    10
    Super nice and clean hotel. 10/10 experience.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    nothing

    Super nice and clean. Exceed our expection. Helpful staff. Great breakfast.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 18, 2024

    8.0
    Lovely Airbnb. Very nice host, close to town
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Shower didn’t work so well but they said that they’ll fix itq

    Very nice and clean, good breakfast, excellent wifi, very quiet overall

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 7, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The noisy guests in the common area.

    The room, the service, the breakfast, helpful staff - prepared an early breakfast and helped get me a taxi

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: March 18, 2024

    9.0
    great!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    near the port but very quiet place. Clean, spacious room and bathroom, friendly staff.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 13, 2024

    10
    As good as it gets
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There was nothing to not like

    Very helpful staff Great, comfortsble and clean room Nice location

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 5, 2024

    8.0
    Nice and close in town
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The hammock obscured the toilet door

    Room was nice and quiet with a hammock in

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 16, 2024

    9.0
    Great spot, quiet, comfy and homey.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The hammock in my room had a loose bolt and I didn't trust using it. Lukewarm water, but you don't need hot water here. It cost me $80/night which is high. BUT I also stayed in a $25/hostal in town with the same proximity to town main points and heres what I experienced as different... the hostel was loud and the windows were thin. The ac did not work, I has to ask for a fan, not the same. The bed at the hostel was less comfortable and the linens were cheap. Breakfast not included, no hell booking tours. If those differences are worth an extra $55/night (they are for me usually but depends on how long I'm traveling!), then go to Capitan Max's.

    It's soooo quiet which is a fantastic respite in South America. The air conditioning is powerful, a break from the equatorial heat. The location is perfect, on a side street but within less than a clock of a main intersection and only a few more blocks to the Malecon or center of town as it were. There's Max is pretty much always present and is happy to help with tours! He also allows you to leave luggage if your room isn't ready here or at your next stop.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 16, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We liked everything, a very good family-run hotel. We particularly liked attention to details, our room was pre-airconditioned, there is cleaned water prepared at sink, there are coffee, water and bananas in main area. Hosts are very friendly and helped us with everything. Bed and shower are also very good. Silent and cleaned aircon.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 9, 2024

    10
    Lovely B&B, Clean and in a Good Location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing all was good.

    Great location, nice small clean B&B all on one floor. Lots of hot water and good airconditioning in our room. Drinking water, a pot of Coffee and Fruit were made available all day, which was a nice touch. Must say, the place is run by a lovely host. He cooked us a lovely breakfast, we would stay here again, you won't be disappointed.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: February 6, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The host/owner is helpful, knowledgeable, professional and friendly. The room was lovely, clean, and modern. A few minutes walk from the pier, on a quiet street. Would strongly recommend to a friend.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 5, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Property was in a great location, right off the main street so close by everything but quiet. The bed/bedding were super comfortable (great mattress!!), the amenities were great (filtered water, breakfast, etc.), and we even got help with planning a last minute tour! Great stay here. Really enjoyed and would recommend.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: January 28, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Really nice breakfast, great location, awesome and really helpful hosts! Will definitely stay again!

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 24, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    School across the street means from around 8AM there'll be noise that will make it hard to sleep. Luckily we got up early anyways.

    Very comfortable, clean and modern. Hammock in the room. Staff was very helpful and let us take beach towels even after check-out.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 24, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Capitan Max was wonderful, great location, and very clean. We last minute shortened our 5 day stay to a 2 day stay when we decided to go to another island which they were extremely accommodating about. We had a wonderful breakfast and the day we left early for the ferry there was cereal/fruit/toast/coffee. The rooms are private and spacious. We were helped with room towels, booking a ferry, etc. We have stayed in three places on Santa Cruz with Capitan Max being the best!

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 24, 2024

    10
    Lovely hotel in a quiet but convenient location
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    nothing.

    The team who runs this hotel is so friendly and accommodating! They really made me feel welcomed both times I stayed with them and provided lots of help in making transportation plans! The hammock in the bedroom was a lovely little perk!

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: January 21, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We didn't like leaving...

    Wonderful layout with perfect breakfast and beverages Host Pedro adopted us for our stay.. He handled every detail with grace and ease. Even tour details as needed. Clean, clean.. and yes very clean. Rooms serviced daily. Location could not be better Convenient to restaurants, harbor, plaza, shopping and piers where you can see all except penguins. Capitan Max sets the new bar others must try to meet. You will enjoy everything. Trust Pedro

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 21, 2024

    9.0
    We enjoyed our stay at Captain Max. The room was really nice, spacious and clean.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing!

    Very nice hotel, well located near the peer and close to the main streets of Puerto Ayora. Internet worked pretty well.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 20, 2024

    10
    Amazing location, great value for money, wonderful host.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Our stay at Capitan Max B&B exceeded all expectations. Our host was superd and more than helpful throughout our stay. We were diving for 5 days and up early but breakfast was always ready earlier than we were. He provided us with recommendations on where to eat and things not to miss out on and on the whole was just a wonderful person. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend staying here to anyone wanting a cosy b&b right off the main strip of shops and restaurants with spacious rooms and lovely staff.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 14, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Captain Max was so kind and the place was perfect. Great location, so comfortable.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 7, 2024

    10
    Simply the best value for money on the island - make sure to book captain max if they have availability
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Max and Pedro are super relaxed guys who are incredibly kind. They also have coffee all day long

    Great location, big and clean rooms, nice bathroom. Even a hammock

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 6, 2024

    10
    Would absolutely return to Capitan Max B&B
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Can't think of anything we didn't like

    From check in to check out, and everything between, an exceptionally nice place to stay. Owners were conscientious and very helpful.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: December 30, 2023

    10
    Excellent stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    My room is small

    Staff always available to provide any help needed. Banana, coffee, tea available all day, good location, quiet and close to all the restaurants/shops. Super clean. Pay attention to all the details to make guest stay enjoyable.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 27, 2023

    10
    Perfect base to explore the Galápagos
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing!

    This b&b is the perfect place to stay, walkable to the port, as well as good cafes, bars and restaurants in the centre of Santa Cruz. It had everything we needed. Max was a great host providing us with location recommendations, and cooked us delicious scrambled eggs each morning - when we had early boat tours he kindly provided breakfast earlier than the scheduled time. Lourdes was also very helpful in organising day tours for us to Isabela and North Seymour which we really enjoyed. Would definitely recommend staying here if you are looking to explore the Galápagos without the expense of a cruise!

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 23, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very central. Very clean. The owner couldn't do enough for you. The room was comfortable with a nice bathroom. It was good value. It didn't have a terrace or outside communal area, but when you are out all day exploring the beautiful Galapagos Islands, why would you need one. A good place to come back after a day out to get ready for your next day of adventures.

    Stayed in December 2023

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