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Reviews of La Fortaleza De Haro 3 stars

Barrio El Eden, 200350 Puerto Ayora, Ecuador

#7 of 31 B&Bs and Inns in Puerto Ayora

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 76 B&B reviews

8.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.1

  • Comfort

    9.0

  • Location

    8.3

  • Facilities

    8.9

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    8.8

  • Free WiFi

    7.9

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  • Reviewed: 30 April 2024

    10
    a castle next to the forest is a perfect place to stay in Santa Cruz.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 4 nights

    This hotel is really beautiful. Comfortable beds, lot of communal space, including a dining room. The host was extremely helpful. I would stay again if I return to Santa Cruz.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 March 2024

    10
    Peaceful, tranquil, with lovely ownership.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The breakfasts were very basic. Choice of eggs, some fruit, beverage of choice.

    The location is slightly off the beaten path, which is good; it's quiet. However, it's a short walk down to the main tourist street with restaurants and shops. I absolutely loved the architecture; the owners have done an amazing job with the stonework; it does really feel like a castle. The pool in the courtyard is very peaceful and enjoyable.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 March 2024

    10
    A quiet little sanctuary located near the more artsy end of Peurto Ayora. You can hear the birds singing while resting i
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Attention to details. Roberto keeps a very clean and wonderful place full of great touches.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Wifi in the rooms was not reliable

    THe location was nice and the hotel was interestingly designed

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 February 2024

    10
    Great place to stay and even better hosts!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Familiar Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    We had a wonderful stay! Gianna so good to us! She gave us great advice and helped us book activities. Felt like home away from home!

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 February 2024

    9.0
    A wonderful stay in a quirky fort with a fabulous hostess.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing not to like !

    Fabulous hostess Gianna. Quirky Fort building. Lovely deep swimming pool. Delicious breakfast.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nada.

    Beautiful structure. Super nice and helpful owners.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 January 2024

    10
    Stay in a castle and get treated like a queen
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I truly cannot think of anything that I did not like

    Everything about this place exceeded my expectations. The host is attentive and helpful and very friendly. The hotel is clean. The breakfast is very good and there are other things there like hammock and books and a Jacuzzi, etc..

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 January 2024

    10
    The staff was competent, the breakfast was excellent, and the host! What a wonderful couple. They were very kind and hel
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, it was great.

    Wow, what a place! It’s like a little castle, but way more comfortable. The pool was clean, warm, chlorine free, and a great way to relax after a day of exploring the islands. Hammocks and patio were great resources. We were so tired everyday, we never did get to try the hot tub but it was nice that they had one. We totally underestimated how much time we should spend in the Galapagos, at least 5 days would have been smarter. I expect I’ll be back!

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 January 2024

    10
    Quiet, unique, comfortable stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    No complaints!

    La Fortaleza is an awesome stay for when you're in Puerto Ayora. Gianna was so welcoming and showed us all the top spots to see! Breakfast was awesome and the hotel itself is the most unique I've ever seen.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 December 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Tower Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Super cute, small hotel with awesome rooms. The owner was extremely friendly and spoke good English. We booked a tower room and were impressed on the level of detail the rooms were designed. A little bit outside from the habour road but still easily walking distance. Definitely worth a stay.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 November 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing really

    A real refuge in Santa Cruz, with a very attentive and helpful owner. You can also book a boat trip with him which was also very enjoyable.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 October 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A very beautiful place! Super nice and very friendly and helpful staff! Definately a home away from home!

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 October 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Tower Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Not applicable. Loved everything about the place.

    The location was right next to a nature preserve, so it was peacfully quiet with only the waves of the ocean and birds making noise. The hotel was gorgeous and rustic. The owners were exceptionally friendly, and truly cared for the wellbeing of their guests like family. La Fortaleza de Haro is the epitome of what hotels should be on a holiday get away.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 September 2023

    10
    Fantastic Castle/Fort accomodation
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I should have stayed longer.

    Everything. Beautiful property with a welcoming host (Gianna) who takes care of everything you need. Friendly atmosphere between all the guests, great breakfast and very safe environment.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 July 2023

    9.0
    Very homely feeling and pleasant place to stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Familiar Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A bit away from the Center of the town and breakfast could be improved.

    Amazing service and presence from the host couple!

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 July 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Familiar Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Quirky place with lovely owners. Great pool and the breakfasts are amazing! It's on the edge of town so it's quiet but only a short walk to all the restaurants and facilities.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 May 2023

    9.0
    neat place- wonderful relaxation and HREAT
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Familiar Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing

    pretty awesome place at the edge of town (but within very easy walking distance to everything). Robert (owner) is very helpful and can arrange tours. the glass bottom boat tour was inexpensive and great value for the money! definitely recommend this one! we would definitely stay here again. great breakfast as well

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 May 2023

    10
    Best place i stayed in Galapagos
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Everything in this hotel was good. Great breakfast

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 May 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Familiar Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No wifi, which would have been helpful for planning purposes.

    nice staff and quiet location.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 May 2023

    9.0
    We had an amazing and comfortable stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Familiar Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Beautiful hotel, nice swimming pool, clean and very kind and helpful owners! Everything was very good and pleasant!

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 March 2023

    8.0
    Unique La Forteleza (Fort)
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    As discussed with Gianna, it would be nice to have somewhere to hang wet clothing seeing as most days are spent at the beach or in the water.

    La Fortaleza Do Haro is a family owned BnB located off the main road, next to a natural area, in the shape of a castle, with a pool, sun deck, outdoor shower, hammocks and offers breakfast which you share with thee local birds that sit on your plate if you let them. The area is well serviced by taxis, although it's easy to walk to all main attractions. Gianna and Roberto live on the property and are always on hand to assist with information and ideas. Roberto owns the only glass bottomed boat in Santa Cruz and runs tours to snorkeling spots and other attractions, twice a day at discounted prices if you stay on the property.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 March 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was a little small but I expected that from the pictures. We stayed in a room with two twin beds.

    The property was very unique! The pool area was perfect with loungers and a table. There were games and hammock on the second level lounge. Breakfast was good.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 March 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Family with young children
    • Familiar Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bear in mind it's a bit of a walk to town. Fine for us. Breakfast OK, not keen on the coffee !

    Gianni helped us plan our days and organise trips which made it easier not to waste time. The pool was also welcome release after long days out. If you stray try and get lunch at the park kiosk for 5 USD was excellent.

    Stayed in March 2023

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