Beachfront Location: El Pital, Chocolate Paradise in Balgue offers a private beach area and direct beachfront access. Guests can relax in the garden or on the terrace while enjoying stunning lake views.
Comfortable Accommodations: The hostel features family-friendly rooms with private bathrooms, balconies, and terraces. Each room includes a shower and essential amenities for a comfortable stay.
Dining Experience: A family-friendly restaurant serves lunch and dinner with vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. An outdoor terrace provides a perfect setting for meals.
Leisure Activities: Guests can enjoy yoga classes, film nights, and outdoor activities such as hiking and biking. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.
“I wasn't looking forward to having the vegan restaurant to be honest, but the food was EXCELLENT. The front desk people were wonderful, Angel was always so helpful! The place is so gorgeous, I honestly didn't leave too often. The cacao tour was...”
King
Canada
“Community vibes, amazing chocolate tour, great vegan food!”
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Aidica00
United States
“This was my first glamping experience and I really enjoy it. Place is wonderful, bed was comfortable, it was as clean as possible, great views, atmosphere, quiet. Sleeping arrangements are bit further away from bar and restaurant so day visitors...”
Fanny
United States
“the location ,the staff ,beautiful place
the only thing i didn’t like was the food ,el petal should have other option on food
real nicaraguan food ,we had to go out and find a restaurant with authentic nicaraguan food …”
Nancy
United States
“Staff is exceptional and goes above and beyond for your comfort.”
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Andrea
Canada
“Beautiful property located deep in nature and directly on the shores of the freshwater lake of Nicaragua, with sweeping views. Lakeside dorm is fantastic! Lovely and very beautiful vegan restaurant with exceptional cacao products + much more on...”
Karla
United States
“Beautiful property, very clean and way less bugs than I expected (dry season, end of February) I stayed in the glamping tent and the outdoor bathrooms were beautiful. The place was mostly sold out but it didn’t feel too crowded. Lots of amazing...”
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Karuna
United States
“The food here is so incredible. Everything is super high quality and made from scratch with so much local fresh organic ingredients. The atmosphere is so peaceful, the staff so friendly. I could live here:)”
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Danielle
United States
“Loved the location and the staff. The rooms were basic and the toilets were quite far from the room but you are in the jungle so be prepared for the bugs. Good stay overall!”
Amanda
United States
“This place was beautiful. The food was delicious, the yoga was great, and the staff were amazing. I did the cacao tour, which I highly recommend as well. Connecting to this land and this property was a gift.”
Area info
Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
Open for
Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
Ambience
Family-friendly
Dietary options
Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
El Pital, Chocolate Paradise takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
From 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation 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.
Children 4 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
0+ years
Extra bed upon request
$20 per person, per night
Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no cribs available at this property.
All extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
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