How much does it cost to stay at Montemar?
One of the questions we are asked most often is:
The answer is simple—though perhaps not what you would expect from a traditional hotel.
We don’t publish a single fixed rate because we don’t offer a standard vacation.
Every journey we create is unique.
Some families dream of spending every day exploring secluded beaches and nearby islands. Others seek to balance adventure with wellness, meaningful encounters with local people, and a deeper understanding of Galápagos. Some simply long for the space to reconnect—with themselves and with those they love.
Some guests value complete privacy and choose to charter a boat exclusively for their daily explorations, while others enjoy sharing certain excursions with a small group of like-minded travelers.
Before we talk about price, we prefer to understand what your ideal Galápagos experience looks like.
Travel Designed Around You
We believe true luxury goes beyond beautiful accommodations and impeccable amenities.
It is the feeling that every detail has been thoughtfully designed around you.
Before your arrival, we take the time to understand your interests, your pace of travel, and what makes a journey truly meaningful. Every experience is then carefully crafted around you—not the other way around.
For some guests, that means beginning the day with a private sunrise yoga session.
For others, it may be a coffee tasting featuring beans grown on our own farm, a hands-on cooking class inspired by local ingredients, an evening mixology experience, or a surprise created to celebrate a special occasion.
Many of the most memorable moments are never listed on an itinerary.
They simply happen.
A Different Way to Experience Galápagos
Perhaps the easiest way to understand our philosophy is this:
Everything is thoughtfully woven into one seamless journey.
From the moment you arrive, accommodation, dining, exploration, wellness, and the countless details in between come together effortlessly, allowing you to focus on what matters most—being fully present in one of the most extraordinary places on Earth.
Our role is simply to make every day feel natural, unhurried, and entirely your own.
What’s Included
Every journey is thoughtfully curated around each guest, so no two stays are ever exactly alike.
While every experience is unique, most if not all trips include:
- Boutique villa accommodations
- VIP airport transfers within the Galápagos
- Daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Guided exploration throughout the islands
- Snorkeling adventures
- Kayaking or stand-up paddleboarding
- Electric bicycles
- Surf lessons, when conditions allow
- Hiking and wildlife experiences
- Morning yoga and wellness sessions
- Coffee tastings featuring beans grown on our property
- Hands-on cooking classes
- Mixology experiences
- Transportation related to scheduled activities
- A variety of experiences thoughtfully designed around your interests
Alcoholic beverages are offered separately, allowing us to curate a wine and spirits selection that reflects each guest’s personal preferences.
The Luxury of Being Small
Montemar consists of just two private villas.
That intimacy gives us something invaluable.
Time.
Flexibility.
And the opportunity to truly know every guest.
There are no rigid schedules and no identical itineraries. Each day evolves according to the sea, the wildlife, and—most importantly—the interests and rhythm of the people experiencing it.
Not every guest arrives looking for the vacation they ultimately need.
We once welcomed a couple whose Galápagos journey had been meticulously planned before they arrived. Every boat excursion had been reserved, every day carefully scheduled, and every detail confirmed well in advance.
But after spending just a short time at Montemar, they realized they didn’t want to be constantly on the move.
They fell in love with the peaceful rhythm of the property—the quiet mornings, the surrounding nature, the unhurried pace, and the simple joy of being present.
Rather than following their original itinerary, they asked if they could slow everything down.
Within hours, we redesigned their stay, replacing several planned boat excursions with experiences at the property, leisurely explorations nearby, wellness activities, and time to simply enjoy the place they had unexpectedly come to love.
By the end of their stay, they told us it was exactly the vacation they hadn’t realized they needed.
This wasn’t an exception.
It’s simply how we believe travel should be.
Because the most memorable journeys aren’t defined by how much you see.
They’re defined by how deeply you experience it.
Our Greatest Recognition
We could tell you about our location, our service, or our facilities.
But we believe our guests tell the story better than we ever could.
For many years, we have been proud to maintain an exceptional reputation on TripAdvisor and Google, earning consistently outstanding five-star reviews from travelers who entrusted us with one of the most meaningful journeys of their lives.
Those reviews mean everything to us because they reflect the experience we strive to create every single day.
Planning Your Journey
As a general guideline, experiences at Montemar typically range between USD 1,000 and USD 1,500 per person, per night.
Your tailored proposal will depend on several factors, including:
- The number of guests
- The length of your stay
- Your preferred level of privacy
- Whether you choose private boat charters or shared explorations
- The experiences you would like us to design together
Rather than selling rooms, we create journeys shaped around the people experiencing them.
Our Philosophy
We believe the best journeys begin with a conversation.
Rather than sending a standard price list, we take the time to understand your interests, your travel style, and what you hope to experience in the Galápagos.
People come here expecting extraordinary wildlife, breathtaking landscapes, and one of the most remarkable ecosystems on Earth.
And those expectations are always fulfilled.
What often surprises them is what they remember most.
When guests reflect on their journey, they certainly speak about the giant tortoises, the sea lions, the blue-footed boobies, and unforgettable days spent exploring the islands.
But just as often, they remember the quieter moments—the ones that were never part of a planned itinerary.
A slow morning with nowhere to be.
A yoga session overlooking nature.
An unexpected experience created just for them.
Or simply the freedom to spend the day exactly as they wished.
Over the years, we’ve discovered something remarkable.
While people come to the Galápagos for its extraordinary wildlife and landscapes, the memories they treasure most are often the moments that were thoughtfully shaped around them.
That is the experience we strive to create every day at Montemar.
The wildlife may be what brings people to the Galápagos. Feeling that the journey was entirely their own is what they remember long after they return home.
Ready to start planning your journey?
Every stay at Montemar begins with a conversation, not a price list. Tell us about the experience you’re dreaming of, and we’ll design a tailored proposal around you.
