Semilla Verde Boutique Hotel

Step into another world, the enchanted Galapagos islands. Experience the wonders of an award winning hotel, nestled in a private forest and inhabited by iconic giant tortoises and abundant birdlife.

Wander the nature trails and observe giant tortoises as they lumber through the forest and coffee plantations, whilst bird song echoes through the forest canopy above.

With no other dwelling within sight, enjoy respite from the outside world and bustle of modern life. Secluded and safe, and very convenient for day tours and town visits. 

A Philosophy of Friendship & Family

Semilla Verde remains true to the philosophy on which it originally built – a haven for good friends and families. Thus, ensuring a level of intimacy, personal service and home cooking only found at home or a traditional guesthouse. Resisting the temptation to expand it maintains its original charm and  intimacy. Also, a quality of life, in turn, offering optimum working conditions for our staff who share these ideals.

Semi-inclusive tour packages compliment a hotel stay, whilst allowing free time to explore.  Together, these hotel & tour packages together amount to a complete adventure including the most interesting outlying islands and local attractions, with qualified naturalist guides and self-guided activities.

Wild & Natural Galapagos

Taste first hand the beauty and awe of Galapagos and it’s unique flora and fauna – from towering cactii and tiny Darwin finches, to diving marine iguanas and playful sea lions. From barren volcanic landscapes to lush cloud forests.

Return to the hotel at the end of an incomparable day and share your travel stories , whilst enjoying dinner freshly prepared in our kitchen. Or, you may choose to dine out in bustling Puerto Ayora, just 12-15 mins away in taxi.

But don’t feel obliged to leave. With nine en suite bedrooms with A/C, three large lounge areas, private terraces, twelve acres of native forest with nature trails, and a fully equipped yoga studio, lunch & dinner menus on request, confidence bar, laundry service and WiFi, if your aim is to ‘get away and stay away from it all’ you have plenty of space and all the essential amenities you need to do so.

Galapagos is famous for it’s volcanic landscapes and unique wildlife, but it can also be somewhere for you to rediscover your true and unique nature, somewhere you can feel yourself again.

Our Team

TOURS & PACKAGES

Semilla Verde contracts local tour operators that offer half-day or day-long tours in small launches to the islands and attractions around Santa Cruz.

OURS ROOMS

Each room has it’s own charm and quirks. All rooms are ensuite and all have their own adjoining terrace and hammock.

YOGA RETREATS

We invite you to step into another world, the original Galapagos, the true and enchanting islands. And, to experience the wonders of a rural, forest lodge and life amongst the unique wildlife you came so far to see.

As their name says, this is a Boutique Hotel - just 9 rooms. Don't expect 24 hour room service or suchlike, but expect to be welcomed as a treasured guest and looked after superbly by General Manager Cattya or Owner Robert Grimstone, and their team.

WyoBus

Deserves the High Rating!

Robert and Cattya were exceptional in answering any questions and making sure each guests needs were met. All the friendly staff were extremely helpful and the food....the food was AMAZING!!!

Stephanie C.

A week of WOW!!!

Una de las mejores experiencias en nuestro viaje. Un hotel con sus tortugas gigantes y su propio café, la habitación gigante, walk in closet, maderas nobles, comedor y sala donde compartir con los demás pasajeros, jardines y senderos para perderse... maravilloso.

Carlos D.

Naturaleza y lujo, y una atención excelente