Galapagos Islands, EcuadorPlaya de Oro
Hotel Indigo Galapagos by IHG
Eco-certified boutique lodge
Playa de Oro Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
Opened
2023
Price
$$$
Rated for
Design Wellness LocalOutside the door
The house
IHGEco-certified boutique lodge
Built to strict island conservation codes, the boutique lodge keeps a light footprint right on the oceanfront.
What it’s good at
Listed
Open timber architecture and breezy oceanfront layouts meet Galápagos-first EDGE green building certification.
Listed
Volcanic stone accents and fresh Galápagos seafood menus reflect the San Cristóbal setting.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Playa de Oro sits right outside, and the harbourfront malecón is a short walk down the shore.
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The rooms
Local volcanic stone and warm timber shape the rooms, and open layouts let in the Pacific breeze.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
A heated hot tub joins the infinity pool on the timber deck, looking out across the harbor.
Restaurant
Darwin's Secret
Tables sit behind full-height glass facing the harbor, serving regional seafood and island-sourced fusion dishes.
At the table
The stone pool bar pours craft cocktails and local beers on a covered terrace beside the water.
How it began
The design takes cues from Charles Darwin's 1835 arrival, when he first stepped ashore on San Cristóbal.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.