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Palapa Hostel

in front of the baseball stadium, El Tránsito, Nicaragua – Great location - show map

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a bedroom with two beds in a straw hut at Palapa Hostel in Transito
a young man riding a wave on a surfboard in the ocean at Palapa Hostel in Transito
a man riding a wave on a surfboard in the ocean at Palapa Hostel in Transito
a room with bunk beds in a straw hut at Palapa Hostel in Transito
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Palapa Hostel

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Scored 8.2
8.2
Rated very good
Very Good
46 reviews

Featuring sea views, Palapa Hostel in El Tránsito features accommodations, a garden, and a terrace. Housed in a building dating back to 2022, this campground is a 6-minute walk from the El Transito Beach. This pet-friendly campground also has free Wifi. At the campground, units have a shared bathroom and bed linen. The nearest airport is Augusto Cesar Sandino International Airport, 43 miles from the campground.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
2 bunk beds
2 bunk beds
1 twin bed
1 twin bed
1 bunk bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
7.8
Cleanliness
7.7
Comfort
8.1
Value for money
8.8
Location
8.6
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Robert
    United States of America United States of America
    “Employees are very helpful and friendly. Anytime I needed help with anything, they where always ready to help.”
  • Courtlyn
    United States of America United States of America
    “The staff is so friendly and helpful. It’s a 5 min walk from the beach which is nice to experience a bit of the little town. If you’re lucky you can see a baseball game on Sunday. An amazing pupusa place a block away. Equipped kitchen, drinking...”
  • Flavien
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Amazing place. One of the best hostels I have stayed in. The family who run are super friendly and nice. The place is always clean. Kitchen facilities are top notch and the shower is very good. Five minutes walking to the beach. I would definitely...”

Managed by Palapa Hostel

Company review score: 9.5Based on 46 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Come and enjoy meeting locals & people from all over the world. We cook and eat together, We go everyday on the beach for the sunset! We organise some activities with the volunteers, playing sports, games, listening music, organise bonfire on the beach by night.

Property info

This is an atypical place where all the buildings have no walls to provide a different experience! - THE COMFORT IS BASIC: DRY TOILETS & SHOWER WITHOUT ROOF - NIGHTS/EARLY MORNING CAN BE NOISY (Local bus 5-6-7 AM + Animals such as Chickens, frogs...) Connect with people & nature, get tan, get fit, feel free, relax, exchange, get inspired, value time over money and anyway it is cheap! Surf in warm water & uncrowded waves all year long!

Neighborhood info

Enjoy the beach, the natural swimming pools with colourful fish. Cheap fresh amazing fish! Local restaurants & bars. Connect with locals and learn about their culture.

Languages Spoken

English,Spanish,French

Area info

Amenities of Palapa Hostel

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
Bathroom
  • Shared bathroom
Bedroom
  • Linens
View
  • Sea view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Beach
Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Safety & security
  • Safe
General
  • Mosquito net
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French

House rules
Palapa Hostel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 20:00
Check-out
From 07:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

FAQs about Palapa Hostel

  • The prices at Palapa Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Palapa Hostel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Beach

  • Palapa Hostel is 1,300 feet from the center of El Tránsito. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The nearest beach is 1,500 feet from Palapa Hostel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Palapa Hostel is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.