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Rancho Tranquillo

Moyogalpa (Near Rivas)

Located in Moyogalpa, Rancho Tranquillo offers beachfront accommodation 34 km from Maderas Volcano and provides various facilities, such as a garden and a terrace.

K
Katherine
From
United States
This was my favorite stay in Central America and definitely the best breakfast in Nicaragua! Beautiful property with goat, chickens, birds, puppy, pig, and the kindest couple there to welcome you and make sure you have everything you need. It felt like staying with family, they were watching out for me and helped me arrange all of the activities I wanted to try with trusted guides. I loved walking through the neighborhood to get there- it's worth the sweaty trek. You really get to see how the locals live. Kids running in the street to say "hi!" to you. I felt safe walking alone, even at night.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 211 reviews
Price from
US$23
1 night, 2 adults

Hola Ola Hostel

San Juan del Sur (Near Rivas)

Set within 300 metres of San Juan del Sur Beach and 1.2 km of Christ of the Mercy Nicaragua, Hola Ola Hostel offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in San Juan del Sur.

R
Reda
From
Lithuania
Best stay ever!! The staff is AMAZING! Basically your friends! And they help you a lot with everything, have a lot of activities going every day, so you won’t get bored. And have AC, rooms are clean, the common area have pool table and it’s just such a VIBE there! Love this place!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 29 reviews
Price from
US$55
1 night, 2 adults

Sophie House

Moyogalpa (Near Rivas)

Located in Moyogalpa, Sophie House offers 3-star accommodation with a garden, a shared lounge and a terrace. The hostel also provides free WiFi and free private parking.

M
Mikalai
From
Germany
It’s a bit aside from the port city Moyogalpa, so it’s very calm and almost no cars and people here, but still easy to reach by foot from the Centre (15 min walk). It has breakfast included and it’s home cooked food by the family. My room was very spacious, with 1 double and 1 single bed. They had outlets outside and inside, so i could work online here. Ask for both WiFi passwords! The host family was very nice and always tried to help, like when I needed a dentist they found a number. They don’t speak English (as most locals here) but with my broken Spanish and google translate we always understood each other. You can also ask them about the laundry option. Thanks for hosting me!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews
Price from
US$24
1 night, 2 adults

Cocos Hostel

Moyogalpa (Near Rivas)

Cocos Hostel has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Moyogalpa. There is free private parking and the property features paid airport shuttle service.

A
Anna Terezina
From
Italy
Everything was perfect! The place was super clean, the breakfast delicious and the staff it’s awesome, very friendly and kind, they really make you feel home. I booked for one night at first but I ended up spending there three more nights! If I’ll be in Ometepe again I will definitely stay there!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 121 reviews
Price from
US$18
1 night, 2 adults

Hostal Casa Moreno

Moyogalpa (Near Rivas)

Hostal Casa Moreno has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Moyogalpa. This 3-star hostel offers a bar.

S
Sean
From
United States
Perfect location. A stones throw from the town center with the quietness of back streets. We loved the front porch and helpful staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 271 reviews
Price from
US$28.50
1 night, 2 adults

Hush Maderas

San Juan del Sur (Near Rivas)

Facing the beachfront, Hush Maderas offers 3-star accommodation in San Juan del Sur and features an outdoor swimming pool, garden and shared lounge.

c
carole
From
United Kingdom
Lovely calm place with gorgeous pool and lots of seating areas. Delicious food. Friendly kind staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 402 reviews
Price from
US$29.70
1 night, 2 adults

Loren's house

Moyogalpa (Near Rivas)

Featuring a garden, Loren's house is located in Moyogalpa in the Ometepe region, 36 km from Maderas Volcano.

J
Jane
From
United Kingdom
Great location 10 minutes walk into Moyogalpa. Lorena and Martín were very welcoming and helpful. Arranged a scooter for me. Lovely patio with chairs and hammocks.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews
Price from
US$18
1 night, 2 adults

Hostel Life is Good

Moyogalpa (Near Rivas)

Situated in Moyogalpa, 39 km from Maderas Volcano, Hostel Life is Good features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

E
Erik
From
Czech Republic
Beautiful hostel, friendly and helpfull staff, all well organized, clean rooms, comfy bed, high speed internet and fantastic food. Bar with biggest selection of beers I saw in Nicaragua. What more could one want?
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews
Price from
US$28
1 night, 2 adults

Monkey House Hostel

Tola (Near Rivas)

Located in Tola, a few steps from Playa Gigante, Monkey House Hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

A
Atanas
From
United Kingdom
Absolutely amazing, so so cool. I wish I had a few more days to chill at this magical place. The food was so delicious, bar / restaurant view over the beach was just breathtaking. Willam and the staff were super friendly. Gracias amigos!!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 267 reviews
Price from
US$32
1 night, 2 adults

Nalu Nalu Hostel

San Juan del Sur (Near Rivas)

Boasting a garden, Nalu Nalu Hostel is set in San Juan del Sur in the Rivas Region region, 200 metres from San Juan del Sur Beach and 4.1 km from Christ of the Mercy Nicaragua.

M
Matteo
From
Germany
It had a very nice vibe. Small but pretty. It’s a very calm and relaxing hostel, ideally when you want to get your head free and be close to the beach. The staff is super friendly. For this price you definitely won’t find anything better. I life in Managua and will definitely come back!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews
Price from
US$21.60
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

Hostels that guests love in Rivas

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Avg. price/night: US$23
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews
There were only two redeeming qualities this hostel possessed to make our stay somewhat bearable: the volunteers and the proximity to Playa Amarillo. The volunteers were terrific, very friendly, very helpful, and excelled at giving the place some energy. The hostel is located just five minutes from Playa Amarillo, which was some fantastic surfing while we were there and something I would recommend to anyone that surfs, especially beginner to intermediate surfers.
Guest review by
Ruairidh
Group
Avg. price/night: US$45
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 65 reviews
The location of the hostel is just perfect. Small cabins surounded by coconut trees. Its remote but you feel safe all the time. 5 min walk to the beautiful beach of Popoyo. Trent couldn't be a better host. In the morning you get an awesome breakfast with fresh fruits from the area and in the evenings Trent will explore the local kitchen with you.
Guest review by
Alexander
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$45
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 65 reviews
Great stay at Ruamoko hostel. The owner welcomes you with a smile and kindness. The dormitory is big and spacious there are even 2 bathrooms in the room of 8! The sea is just next door and the atmosphere is really cool in the hostel. I recommend :)
Guest review by
Antoine
Solo traveller