It is necessary to remember that the general conditions in the Galapagos are rather primitive and one mustn’t expect too much in the way of big city comfort. On each of the 4 inhabited islands there are many levels and types of lodging available. There are suites, apartments and small and large houses for rent by the month, without it being necessary to sign a year’s lease. On the other hand there is a luxury hotel available up in the highlands of Santa Cruz for those who can’t do without all the amenities and a First Class hotel on the other side of the bay.