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The 10 Best Hostels in Las Peñitas, Nicaragua

Some of the best backpacker spots in Las Peñitas

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Situated in Las Peñitas, within 600 metres of Poneloya Beach and 600 metres of Las Peñitas Beach, Cabanas Rusticas features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive.

The area is popular for hiking, and bike hire is available at the hostel.

Had a really good stay in the dorm, which has 4 beds , it’s clean and comfortable with personal fan bych each bed. Shared bathroom and shower was very clean so was the whole hostel. Kitchen is well equipped and you can refill your water there. The location is right where the bus stops, a few minutes walk to the beach, nice and quiet at night. You can buy some drinks like juice and beer for very good prices there and there’s a couple of shops very close to the place. Patrick , who is the owner is kind and very hospitable, we shared good chats and I can only recommend this place for a really nice stay in Penitas.

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8.9
Excellent
107 reviews
Price from
$10
per night

Situated in Las Peñitas, a few steps from Las Peñitas Beach, Casita de Playa BOMALU features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. Some rooms at the property have a patio with a garden view.

Rooms come with a private bathroom with a shower, while some rooms include a balcony and others also boast sea views. At the hostel rooms have bed linen and towels.

Staff great Food great Relaxing Excellent

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8.4
Very Good
221 reviews
Price from
$45
per night

Mano a Mano Eco Hostal has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Las Peñitas. Located around 70 metres from Las Peñitas Beach, the hostel with free WiFi is also 2.4 km away from Poneloya Beach. The accommodation features a shared kitchen, and currency exchange for guests.

Location is fantastic. Great vibe. Try the smoothie bowl!

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8.9
Excellent
384 reviews
Price from
$14
per night

An à la carte breakfast is available each morning at the hostel.

Juan Venado Natural Reserve Beach is 700 metres from Caracolito, while Poneloya Beach is 1.9 km from the property. The nearest airport is Augusto Cesar Sandino International, 122 km from the hostel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

clean place, the breakfast was great , great place for the price and the owner was super helpful and nice

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8.3
Very Good
312 reviews
Price from
$10
per night

Situated in Las Peñitas, 100 metres from Las Peñitas Beach, Tapihouse features accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a terrace and barbecue facilities. Located around 1.3 km from Juan Venado Natural Reserve Beach, the hostel with free WiFi is also 1.7 km away from Poneloya Beach. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, and currency exchange for guests.

Excellent small family run guesthouse. Close to the beach, quiet, great ac and wifi, secure and great kitchen and chill out areas. We have stayed previously, easily the best value stay in Las Peñitas as far as we are concerned. Owners and staff very accommodating.

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8.9
Excellent
152 reviews
Price from
$37
per night

Surfing Turtle Lodge features a restaurant and bar and guests can have fun at the games room. There is also evening entertainment and a gift shop on site.

Every room is equipped with a private or shared bathroom. All come with simple décor and wooden décor.

The area was lovely and the staff were amazing! The food on offer was brilliant too. The room was clean.

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8
Very Good
161 reviews
Price from
$11.58
per night

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Budget travelers know there's 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 little more.
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  • Avg. price/night: $46.80
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 384 reviews
    super social hostel, lovely staff and a great loction! loved the daily volleyball at 5pm and the other things the hostel offered! dorms are nice, with a mosquito net and fan for each bed.
    Céline
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $46.80
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 384 reviews
    Such a beautiful setting right at the beach, I cannot think of any better. Beach volleyball court in front, surfing equipment for rent and surfing lessons to book. Bus from Leon stops at the entrance, many people from other hostels chill there because it's just so nice. And the hammocks are just comfortable. We had a quite big private room spanning over two floors with an integrated bathroom. Nothing to complain everything very clean and tidy.
    Moritz Maier-Borst
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $30.42
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 107 reviews
    The hostel was very simple and totally met our expectations. We had could have a beach under 10min walk and a tiny convenient store. Moreover the bus station was just in front of the housing so easy to get there and go back to a main city. Yes there are mosquitoes due to the climate of the region, But the bed were equipped with nets. I recommend to bring some repellent and it will be okay.
    Maelle
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $46.80
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 384 reviews
    Beautiful place, with restaurant and communal kitchen. Activities with the hostel, good dorms, nice chillout, surfboards, sustainable, quiet... felt at home immediately
    Oliver
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $30.42
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 107 reviews
    The property was very clean with great hosts who were friendly and helpful. We felt safe and the atmosphere was jolly and relaxed. We only wished we could have stayed longer. Basic supplies are provided at the property at very reasonable costs.
    Joshua
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $58.50
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 176 reviews
    Very nice place overall, it looks much more expensive than it is. Pool is cleaned daily. Easy place to relax but close access to the beach. Away from the noise of the backpacker hostels. The food is outstanding. I'd happily stay there again. The employees don't speak any English but are attentive and friendly.
    Kevin
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $46.80
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 384 reviews
    Beach access, the yoga deck, having a double kayak one could borrow for free to explore the mangroves, cheap surfboard hire
    Evin
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $30
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 312 reviews
    This hostel is located perfectly, only a 2 minute walk from the beach. The staff is very friendly and they offer different tours and surf classes. Also they can help with shuttles to the major places in Nicaragua. The private room with the shared bathroom was comfortable, there was a fan and I slept like a baby. In the surrounding there is a top notch Italian restaurant, which has the best pizza and pasta I ever ate.
    Roland
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $30.42
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 107 reviews
    Patrick, the owner, went above and beyond to help everyone out, with great recommendations for nearby, a really easy system for cheap drinks at the hostel and he even repaired my board bag for me when it broke a little. There is a really nice relaxed vibe at the hostel, a great kitchen and an amazing dog! Would recommend
    A
    Anonymous
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $44.46
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 168 reviews
    Great location for surfing and lovely food.
    Jana Lizzy
    Travelers with friends