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Featuring a bar and views of garden, Hostal Maria is a recently renovated guest house located in Rivas, 1.3 km from Santo Domingo Beach. It is set 9.1 km from Maderas Volcano and offers full-day security. The guest house also provides free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests.

Maria doesn't really speak english, but she definitely trys hard to make you feel comfortable! Also, the food is really good, you have to try the filete del pescado & banano con leche! We did not meet too many other backpackers in the 4 nights we stayed but nevertheless worth a visit.

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7.9
Good
35 reviews
Price from
£6
per night

Set 11 km from Maderas Volcano, Hostel Las Palmeras Ometepe offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. This guest house features a garden.

The nearest airport is Augusto Cesar Sandino International Airport, 145 km from the guest house.

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10
Exceptional
1 reviews
Price from
£7
per night

Ananda Guest house is located on the slopes of the Maderas Volcano on Ometepe Island, 19 mi from the port of Moyogalpa. The 5-acre organically managed property runs on a hybrid energy system including solar and grid energy.

Beautiful location. Walking distance to main road with some nice restaurants within 30 mins. Information booklet in the room was helpful. Help to rent mopeds, organise transport, guides etc. The room was spacious, bed was really comfortable, hardly any creepy crawlies (this is a complaint from many of the eco lodges). Good wifi. 2 fans which was nice. Good shower pressure and temperature.

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9.4
Wonderful
150 reviews
Price from
£46
per night

Located in Balgue, 12 km from Maderas Volcano, Hostal Así es mi Tierra provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace. The property features garden views.

Guests at the guest house will be able to enjoy activities in and around Balgue, like cycling.

Charmingly decorated property with a lot of greenery. We had a lovely private cabin with a comfortable bed and a nice shower. Lots of friendly animals on site. The staff were very friendly and helpful.

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8.5
Very Good
157 reviews
Price from
£13
per night

Set in Balgue, Lazy Crab Hostel has a garden and a terrace. The property is located 1.5 km from Maderas Volcano. The accommodation features a shuttle service, while a bicycle rental service is also available.

Guests at the guest house will be able to enjoy activities in and around Balgue, like cycling.

The atmosphere was exceptional. The stuff was great and very helpful. The location is perfect. There are many options for restaurants. No matter where you're on this island, you need a scooter to get to the beach & sightseeing. But Lazy Crab has a good distance to the most attractions. They have a kitchen with room for your own purchase. The breakfast is really good too and they have free coffee for breakfast.

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7.7
Good
150 reviews
Price from
£2
per night

Featuring mountain views, El Güis hostel provides accommodation with patio, around 12 km from Maderas Volcano. There is an on-site restaurant and free private parking. The guest house features family rooms as well as facilities for disabled guests.

The host Odelphia was wonderful!!

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8.9
Excellent
117 reviews
Price from
£17
per night

Featuring a patio with mountain views, a private beach area and a bar, Hostal Inculta can be found in Santo Domingo, close to Santo Domingo Beach and 12 km from Maderas Volcano. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. Staff on-site can arrange a shuttle service.

Towels and bed linen are featured in the guest house. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

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8.8
Excellent
4 reviews
Price from
£16
per night

The guest house features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a balcony with garden views. A private entrance leads guests into the guest house, where they can enjoy some wine or champagne and fruits. The property has an outdoor dining area.

Loki the dog was the highlight of Selvista. He came with us all the way up the Maderas volcano and was so sweet and affectionate, not leaving our side the whole way.

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8.1
Very Good
8 reviews
Price from
£25
per night

Featuring a garden, bar and views of mountain, La Sirenita - Ometepe is set in Altagracia, 6.2 km from Maderas Volcano. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace and free WiFi. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge.

A fridge, a stovetop and kitchenware are also featured, as well as a kettle. At the guest house, each unit comes with bed linen and towels.

The location is beautiful!! Beach huts are clean, comfortable and cozy. The lake is on your doorstep with views of the volcano to your right and a great sunset bar to your left. An island paradise with lovely dogs, chickens, a cat, ducks along with a friendly and helpful owner. Scooter access is 100% okay! There is a restaurant next door but if you want to go to others it’s a close 10min drive. Look no further and stay here!

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9.4
Wonderful
54 reviews
Price from
£11
per night

Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, units at the guest house also feature free WiFi, while some rooms are fitted with a balcony. At the guest house, each unit is fitted with bed linen and towels.

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10
Exceptional
1 reviews
Price from
£16
per night

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Guest Houses That Travelers Love in Santa Cruz

  • Avg. price/night: £21.29
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 158 reviews
    Great location close to everything we wanted to do in Ometope - great beach just a 20 second walk away, visit el pital and the nearby hostels which was walkable, and a few tiendas and shops nearby. Room was very cool and also had two fans. Good price and nice staff.
    Veronica
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £21.29
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 158 reviews
    Comfortable bed and a personal fan. Was not as hot as in other hostels on the island. Right next to the beach on the main road, but super peaceful and quiet.
    Teresa
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: £31.29
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 335 reviews
    Staff were amazing! Made us feel so welcome before we even arrived by organising taxis for us from our hostel in San Juan del sur and in Ometepe. Also organised a scooter for during our stay which is much needed to get around the island. Really enjoyed our time here.
    Katie
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £41.84
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 100 reviews
    Really clean, private, far from neighbors, good breakfast, Awesome staff. Would recommand! Really quiet and beautiful land.
    pinson
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £31.29
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 335 reviews
    The host was very kind and helpful, and the location is perfect! A little dirt road inland, but it's around the corner from many nice restaurants and beaches, and it has great views over the volcano. Also, the coffee is very nice! And not many insects in the room - I'm very afraid of big spiders (and there are many on Ometepe) but we didn't see any here!
    Sacha
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £55.36
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 11 reviews
    The location and atmosphere is very quiet and peaceful, a stunning place to watch the sunset. It is very handy to be able to rent a moto there as you will end this to get around.
    Francesca
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: £31.54
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 15 reviews
    The hostel is clean and staff members did a good job overall. I found the staff to be really helpful and effective problem solvers. The Wednesday party meant I did not have to figure out a way back after and the music cannot be heard in the room. They do excellent food and there are a few decent places nearby for food and drinks.
    Yewande
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: £21.29
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 158 reviews
    The beds were comfortable and everything was very clean. The staff is ver friendly and helpful. Great location and the restaurant offers a good breakfast for a fair price. It is better than any others nearby.
    Sven
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £31.29
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 335 reviews
    Great location to get out and explore the island. As everyone says the view is incredible…! The garden has more butterflies in it than the butterfly aviary on the island. The service offered is 5 star.
    Jonny
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £31.29
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 335 reviews
    Amazing view from the common area, good breakfast. Carolina and Josh are awesome hosts! Wifi works perfectly and you could work from there without any problem (with volcano view, of course). Comfy rooms. We could rent a motorbike with them and they gave us great tipps for things to do around the island! The kitchen has everything you need as well. Close to shops, restaurants and Santa Cruz Beach (3 mins walking), but very quiet. Lots of hammocks and rocking chairs to chill! Would definitely come back :)
    Tanja
    Travelers with friends
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