San Juan del Sur Bed and Breakfast Inns | Places to Stay in San Juan del Sur

May 16, 2023 Claudia Navarrete

This beautiful fishing village is a Nicaraguan gem, a magnet for surfers and sunbathers. At night, the beach still pulses with activity, thanks to a few popular beachfront bars and nightclubs. Surf clubs abound—catch a wave with an expert instructor if you’re a hang-ten rookie, trying to hang with the surfer big boys.
Restaurants in San Juan del Sur

1. La Veranera - Playa El Coco

Playa El Coco, San Juan del Sur Nicaragua
Excellent
84%
Good
13%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 215 reviews

La Veranera - Playa El Coco

La Veranera is a boutique beachfront guest house located on the white sands of Playa El Coco, Nicaragua. Designed like an old Nicaraguan Ranch House and equipped with all the modern conveniences it is the ideal destination for adventurers, families and couples. The wide veranda with dining area, billiard table and bar wraps around a crystal clear, blue tiled pool. Just steps away from an uncrowded beach this is the perfect place to get away from it all. La Veranera has three spacious rooms to rent. All of them are equipped with all necessary amenities, have air conditioning and a ceiling fan. Amenities of the house: Beach Front, Boats for trips, fishing or surfing available, All rooms with air conditioning and hot water, Wireless Internet, Satellite TV, Swimming Pool, Private Bar, BBQ, Billiard Table, Private parking, Transportation services available. As the home of Fishing-Nicaragua we can also arrange fishing- and surfing tours as well as boat trips and water taxi. Also check: Fishing Nicaragua on facebook.

Just amazing! :-)

Reviewed By NicoleD4646

I would give a higher rating if I could. This hotel is outstanding! I was the only guest and stayed in the room with ocean view. Oh my God... It was just amazing! The room itself is super nice, comfy big bed, huge bathroom, big closet with safe, desk and even some fresh flowers in the room, own terrace with sofa and hammock, stunning view. The beach is really clean and waves aren't too high, so you can go and enjoy swimming. If you feel more like having a good time in the pool: it looked very good, too. (I'm just more the ocean person, that's why I didn't use it.) Tracy manages the hotel and is a real super host. :-) She is always making sure you're fine. She took me to La Flor and offered to pick me up at any time I wanted - even in the middle of the night. Staff is also really nice, helpful, friendly and always smiling. I felt super welcome and like at home. Breakfast was fantastic: gallo pinto, eggs, really good bread, jam, fruits, fresh juice, coffee. ...and a lot! Lunch/ dinner would also be available. Thank you very much for this wonderful experience! I loved it and if I come back to Nicaragua I'll definitely be back at La Veranera. :-) Some organizational things: There is a restaurant next door and a small tienda is also around the corner. There is a bus from/ to San Juan 3 times a day. If you come by car, a sedan car will do it in dry season. But for rain season, you might even struggle with a 4x4. (On the way back we had to cross a river and only the bus dared to go.) If you wonder whether you could cross the border to Costa Rica at Frontera de Conventillos or at least use that road next to the boarder to/from Sapoá: I was told by several people it's not possible.

2. HC Liri Hotel

Playa San Juan Del Sur Contiguo Al Yahure, San Juan del Sur 505 Nicaragua
Excellent
69%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 479 reviews

HC Liri Hotel

Welcome to HC liri HotelHC liri Hotel is a small hotel on the beach of San Juan del Sur, with wonderfull views of the Pacific Ocean. We also have swimming pool in front of the sea. We offer daily transport to the different beaches in the area. In our hotel,we offer a personalized service to our guests because we want you to feel at home.Our breakfast is made with great quality and variety. We offer to our customers products fresh and different every day, because we want that you know the Nicaraguan gastronomy.!!We want only the enjoyment of our guests!!!

Pluses and minus

Reviewed By goodtaste_10

Plus- Great common balcony view, close to town, friendly attentive staff, good security Minus- small room, no window view. Internet iffy at times, noisy neighbors, children the view is out of this world book directly to avoid huge commission

3. Selina Maderas

Playa Maderas Road 200 Meters North of Empalme Marsella, Playa Maderas, San Juan del Sur 48600 Nicaragua
Excellent
60%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 344 reviews

Selina Maderas

Maderas is arguably Nicaragua’s best kept secret. This town is full of good vibes, amazing surf, and interesting people from all over the world. Renowned for having one of the best beach breaks in Nicaragua, the beaches here offer sandy stretches alongside rocky tidepools ripe for exploration. Leave behind the hustle while still being a short trip away from beautiful San Juan del Sur. Wake up to the sound of Howler Monkeys and exotic birds while you enjoy the best vacation. Stay at Selina Maderas to enjoy healthy food, art, and more – even get some work done in our CoWorking space. Calling all serious surfers! For beach bums and anyone chasing the perfect wave, Selina Maderas is happy to host you. Stay in our dormitories, standard, deluxe, or private rooms. Experience a new way to stay with Selina Maderas. Enjoy surf classes, 7 minute walk from the best surf break in the area, jut 500m away from one of the most glorious beaches in the world. Soak in the amazing views, relax by the pool and playground area, kick back, and enjoy, you can even get some work done in our CoWorking space. Selina Maderas is the place to be!

Backpacking trip

Reviewed By Jpret88

Very tranquil and customer service was amazing (especially Lisbeth and Lijah). Lisbeth made us feel at home and Lijah made sure we ate well and offered us a delivery service when we were hungry. I would definitely return here and recommend this place to others. If you can, get the suite at the top where You can see everything.

4. El Pacifico Hotel

Bario La Talanguera, San Juan del Sur 06667 Nicaragua
Excellent
49%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
6%
Terrible
10%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 93 reviews

El Pacifico Hotel

UNDER NEW OWNERSHIP, the El Pacifico Hotel has a long history of quiet comfort in San Juan del Sur. Located 3 min from the beach and an easy 15 min walk along the bay to town, the El Pacifico Hotel offers easy access to all the restaurants, bars, surf shops, market, and shopping, without the noise that comes with being in town. Gated compound with a security, a pool, a/c, solar hot water, room service and locally sourced breakfast is included with your stay. Hang out at the rancho with a cold beer and meet people from all over the world! We offer free shuttles between San Juan del Sur (pickup Casa Oro Eco Hostel) and Hotel El Pacifico daily.

Great Value, Quiet Part of Town

Reviewed By CalvinofCroft

Stayed 3 nights deluxe room. Oversized room with effective AC, WiFi, furnished balcony, the pool & gardens. well maintained & unexpected shuttle service to beaches & downtown sister hotel, Oro Hostel. helpful multilingual staff & extra service. eg coffee before opening & great breakfasts & Hotel Van took me to Costa Rican border. You are in a quiet part of San Juan del Sur, 2 blocks from the beach, walkable to the action downtown. Nothing fancy but a comfortable stay value priced in a good neighbourhood. Older reviews (I use Tripadvisor & took a chance) were with different management , I was well treated well & recommend.

5. Hush Maderas

San Juan del Sur Nicaragua
Excellent
94%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
6%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 17 reviews

Hush Maderas

We are Hush Maderas, a boutique eco-lodge located & restaurant in the heart of Playa Maderas. The Nicaraguan-American cuisine is open for breakfast from 7-10:30am and from 12-9pm for lunch and dinner. The prices are friendly and the food is delicious. The restaurant is open for outside guests. Relax by the pool with cocktails and the most amazing view. Special nights: Margarita Monday and Tropical Thursday. The 7 bedroom hotel hosts a spectacular 180 degree view of the Pacific Ocean, yoga studio, infinity pool, rooftop view and many other amenities. We host retreats, co-working getaways and of course single room rentals for travelers. Just a minute's walk away from Playa Maderas and 15 minutes from San Juan del Sur, we are a little piece of paradise. Come check out the best kept secret in Maderas!

Stay on Hush if your not in a Rush

Reviewed By jessicajaneh2015

The location and property of Hush is a 10/10… the operations are 2/10, the room cleaning was shockingly poor and we stayed for 4 nights and never had service. I feel this is a glorified hostel at hotel pricing and don’t recommend to stay here. However, the restaurant had great food and is was amazing, plus a world class view!

6. Black Pearl Inn

Barrio Joaquin Chamorro, San Juan del Sur 48600 Nicaragua
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

5 based on 2 reviews

Black Pearl Inn

My new "go too" hotel in S.J.D.S.!

Reviewed By nicapete

I lived in Nicaragua for over 15 years.Hands down, the Black Pearl Inn is first class in every category. Location, price, etc.. the grounds and the pool is a great place to relax and unwind.You can order food and drinks from Henry's Iguana bar/ restaurant and will be delivered to your room or poolside. (Two minute easy walk from the hotel).

7. Playa Hermosa Beach Hotel

Camino Ostional 6.6KM al Sur de SJDS, San Juan del Sur Nicaragua
Excellent
45%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
11%
Terrible
7%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 115 reviews

Playa Hermosa Beach Hotel

This hotel is part of the Playa Hermosa Surf Camp. 3km of gorgeous private beach is your front yard. 4 rooms with 5 beds each and 4 x doubles upstairs. Surf, horseback ride on the beach, or just relax on the beach where Survivor Nicaragua was filmed...

An Absolute Treasure!!!

Reviewed By ParMindy

Playa Hermosa Ecolodge is absolutely gorgeous and I highly recommend staying here! The proximity to the beach is unbelievable, step outside the lodge and you are right there. It was one of the most beautiful places I stayed in Nicaragua. There is nothing else around the ecolodge so you feel very peaceful and close to nature, a really unique experience. The staff are wonderful and Levi, the manager, was very welcoming and very helpful with any requests. I can't say enough great things about this place!

8. Casa Andalucia Boutique B&B

Calle Kevin after La guja, first house on the left, San Juan del Sur 48600 Nicaragua
Excellent
54%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
5%
Terrible
8%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 39 reviews

Casa Andalucia Boutique B&B

For those seeking the ultimate immersion experience into the serene, sensory world of Nicaragua, Casa Andalucía offers a rare Nicaraguan experience that showcases the magnificent landscape of San Juan Del Sur, a holiday that will transform your perceptions of beaches, volcanoes and life itself. Blending in seamlessly with the natural surroundings, flowing beautifully from the hill overlooking San Juan Del Sur town and the crescent-shaped bay. Panoramic views, the likes of which Casa Andalucía can boast, can be appreciated from all perspectives of the property. Only a ten minute walk from town, and all its amenities for day and night entertainment. The property is located in a gated community with 24hs security. An information brochure containing details of activities and restaurants in the area is available for your perusal. We offer accommodation in 3 private cottages, each one with its own style. We also 2 double rooms in the Main House, right across from the pool area. All rooms and cottages have private bathroom, ceiling fans, mosquito nets, wifi access and other amenities to make your stay very comfortable. Transport can be arranged on your behalf to/from Managua Airport or other destinations in Nicaragua. Day trips and activities are available upon request. Local transport is a mere 10 minute walk away to local beaches, which are a must see! Book your vacation now and enjoy the simple pleasures in life!

Not a B &B and it isn't safe

Reviewed By tamaramyers

We booked this hotel for a nice relaxing weekend away from where we live in Nicaragua. One of the things that drew us in of course was the great View and hot showers as well as a kitchen. Once we got there no one was there to open the door breed us tell us anything the maintenance guy had to call the front desk which is at another hotel in town we never formally checked in nor did we see any other employee at this hotel. We had to wait for our room because there was no maid to clean and then we got to the room we were informed that our sink was broken hopefully they would get it fixed. We were tired after our long trip but just getting down the stairs was hazardous there are no railings the carpet is loose the bricks are loose the cinder blocks are so old that just brushing up against them exposes the rebar and I got cut. The room was a nice size it had a balcony I wouldn't push against the railings you never know but the room was dirty there was dust on the mirrors there was dust on the floors dust everywhere no hangers no amenities except use soap in the dish on the sink and two small of unwrapped soap on the bed on top of the towels. When we turn the shower on that night the shower head is need of deep cleaning or replacing because the water was barely coming out and the largest amount was hitting the walls and the water was cold. This hotel advertises that they use solar energy for the hot water and we were advised that hasn't been there and many years. When the plants are getting watered you can not even flush the toilet. When we needed a taxi we called the number listed which was to the other hotel and it took 30 minutes for someone to call us back by then we had walk down part of the hill and got a taxi. The kitchen is not organized there's no dates of people's names checking out so food can be thrown away so who knows how long some of that food had been in the refrigerator and the sink the little rubber thing they had so the sink doesn't get scratched when we lifted it it was full of mold and gook and smelled terrible. The stove was dirty but the whole kitchen just was dirty. Even our taxi driver when he picked us up said wow you couldn't walk down these steps drunk could you I said people try. The pool was kept clean the grounds were watered and kept clean but it took over 24 hours to get our sink fixed and required one of us to be in the room with the maintenance man which ruined our afternoon. The view is great but the property is unsafe dirty and has no one representing the hotel there that speaks English which they do advertise that they have a 24-hour desk not on site and they should list that. I tripped three times off of the green outdoor carpet to go sit in a chair on the deck because it was loose around the pool it's loose solar lights are electric lights around the steps or exposed and broke. Tiles on our casita roof were broke which allowed light on over the bed. This overlooks a rural area chickens and dogs bright and early bark. It has people closing the bars down and no respect for those sleeping. On one is there to ask the guest in the pool or rooms poolside to keep it down. There is no breakfast served here unless it is at the other hotel in town.

9. Black Pearl Inn

Barrio Joaquin Chamorro, San Juan del Sur 48600 Nicaragua
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 2 reviews

Black Pearl Inn

My new "go too" hotel in S.J.D.S.!

Reviewed By nicapete

I lived in Nicaragua for over 15 years.Hands down, the Black Pearl Inn is first class in every category. Location, price, etc.. the grounds and the pool is a great place to relax and unwind.You can order food and drinks from Henry's Iguana bar/ restaurant and will be delivered to your room or poolside. (Two minute easy walk from the hotel).

10. Casa Cha Cha Cha B&B

From Hotel Victoriano 900 meters South Residencial Brisas Del Pacifico, San Juan del Sur Nicaragua
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 4 reviews

Casa Cha Cha Cha B&B

Casa Cha Cha Cha is a boutique bed and breakfast property that caters to guests looking for an out of the ordinary experience, with a little bit of latino style! A romantic getaway, a touch more upscale and private than most San Juan del Sur options. As our guest you will have tranquility, comfort and proximity to all that San Juan Del Sur has to offer.

Hoo-rah for ChaChaCha!!!!

Reviewed By 774stacys

What a wonderful gem hidden in the hills of San Juan Del SUR. The view is spectacular, the place is impeccably clean, the staff is helpful and breakfast was delicious. Highly recommended to anyone interested in visiting the area. Be aware that it is on the top of the hill so driving in your private vehicle may feel a little unique the first time you do it. In terms of the city itself, we really enjoyed the live open mic music, the various restaurants, and walking around.

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