The Galapagos Islands , Ecuador & Galapagos Islands
NEED TO KNOW
- Total privacy and striking, modern styling make Villa Escalesia the place to stay for the most discerning Galápagos explorer
- Villa Escalesia is located in Puerta Ayora, Santa Cruz Island and affords unobstructed views of Academy Bay and Santa Fe Island
- The villa offers an in-home chef and a personal concierge to take care of every request
- There is a private swimming pool, whirlpool, sauna and steam bath
- Other facilities include a sea front sun deck and bar, snorkel equipment, wetsuits and daily boat trips in a private charter yacht
THE HOTEL
Villa Escalesia offers spectacular, exclusive accommodation overlooking Academy Bay and Santa Fe Island. It is an ideal base for day trips to explore the islands by private yacht or simply enjoy the dazzling views from the sundeck and unwind in the infinity pool.
In terms of architecture, the villa is a superb, modern take on familiar themes of exposed wood and rough hewn stone - but all coming together to create, stunning, slick accommodation. With superb service from your chef and concierge, guests can enjoy fine dining under the stars on the villa's roof terrace.
The villas wonderful interiors incorporate three large bedrooms and bathrooms, along with kitchen, dining and living spaces. A self-contained suite provides accommodation for four people.
June to September is the best time to enjoy the Andes whilst the Galapagos are best from April to August - not too warm and plenty of animals in their breeding seasons.
Quito - LAN Airlines, daily via Madrid
13 hours
GMT -5 hours
Not required for UK passport holders
Yellow fever certificate required if arriving from an infected area