8/10 Good
John
Apr 21, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
John
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Guacimo Lodge
3.0 star property
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Reviews
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
- Pool
- Breakfast included
- Pet friendly
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Housekeeping
The current price is $230
$230
includes taxes & fees
May 13 - May 14
Explore the area
Indio Maiz Biological Reserve, Batola District, El Castillo, Rio San Juan
Room options
View all photos for Superior Cabin
Superior Cabin
- River view
- 689 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
View all photos for Deluxe Cabin
Deluxe Cabin
- River view
- 484 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
About this property
Guacimo Lodge
3-star El Castillo lodge with restaurant
An outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge are available at this smoke-free lodge. Free breakfast (local cuisine) and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Additionally, coffee/tea in a common area, a library, and tour/ticket assistance are onsite.
Guacimo Lodge offers 6 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate dining areas. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the lodge include an outdoor pool.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
The lodge offers a restaurant. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast each morning. Wireless Internet access is complimentary.
This El Castillo lodge also offers an outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace.
Guacimo Lodge is a smoke-free property.
A complimentary local cuisine breakfast is served each morning between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM.
Guacimo Lodge has a restaurant on site.
Awards and affiliations
This property is affiliated with the International LGBTQ+ Travel Association (IGLTA) and welcomes lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and asexual (LGBTQ+) guests.
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- No onsite parking available
- Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
Food and drink
- Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
- A bar/lounge
- A restaurant
- Coffee and tea in common areas
Things to do
- Beach yoga
- Ecotours
- Hiking/biking trails
- Library
- Outdoor pool
Conveniences
- Limited-hour front desk
- Luggage storage
Guest services
- Housekeeping (daily)
- Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
- Dock
- Free pool cabanas
- Garden
- On a river
- Terrace
Accessibility
- No elevator
More
- Mosquito nets
- Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Shower
- Towels provided
Food and drink
- Separate dining area
More
- Access via exterior corridors
- Electrical adapters
- Individual decor
- Individual furnishings
- Separate sitting area
- Window screens
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
Guests must transfer via boat to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets stay free
Children and extra beds
Children 6 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 6 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NIO 2200 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
- Rollaway bed fee: NIO 2200 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Children 6 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
Guacimo Lodge El Castillo
Guacimo El Castillo
Guacimo Lodge Nicaragua/El Castillo
Guacimo Lodge Lodge
Guacimo Lodge El Castillo
Guacimo Lodge Lodge El Castillo
Guacimo Lodge Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
9.4/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
MICHAEL
Traveled with partner
Nov 28, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was such a great experience. The nature and hotel made the trip unforgettable thanks so much
MICHAEL
10/10 Excellent
Guy, Miami
Traveled with partner
Mar 15, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the moment that my girlfriend and I arrived at Guacimo Lodge, Manuel greeted us in a friendly and hospitable manner. He immediately offered to help carry our backpacks and other personal items. And he would regularly ask us how we were doing and if we needed anything.The rest of the staff was also very attentive and friendly. The restaurant, overall, was excellent, with a very good variety of dishes, including to my girlfriend's delight, a few vegetarian options.
One of best aspects of the lodge is the calm and quiet environment throughout the property. We were able to disconnect from the noises of the city for three nights, in our cabin, which to our delight was a great distance from any and all other cabins. That allowed us to have a more private, exclusive experience. The downside to being far from the city, of course, is that there was no cellphone/internet signal in our cabin. However, we were able to get some signal in the restaurant area... enough to be able to communicate with family/friends. We felt that was acceptable, since our main goals were to disconnect and to enjoy nature as much as possible. Also, we were not able to charge electronic devices in our cabin due to a necessary electrical repair, so we did that in the restaurant.
We also went on hiking and city/castle tours, which we enjoyed. The city/castle tour included tasting of locally-made chocolate.
Overall, we had an amazing, very memorable experience at Guacimo Lodge. We would definitely go back.
Guy
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
10/10 Excellent
Lore
Traveled with group
Mar 3, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our peaceful stay at the lodge!
It was really special to sleep in the "tree-houses" surrounded by nature and waking up to the most beautiful view of the river!
The room and the whole lodge was really clean and the mosquito nets protected us really well.
All the tours we booked were a lot of fun and very interesting (Orlando gave us a lot of information), especially the hike was amazing!
The pool area is really nice and all the staff were amazing and always so friendly!
10/10 would recommend!
Lore
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
8/10 Good
Hermann
Apr 3, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ruhe in Frieden
Landschaftlich wunderschön und total abgelegen von jeglicher Zivilisation. Nur mit dem Boot von San Carlos in 2 1/2 bis 3 1/2 Stunden zu erreichen. Kaimane und viele andere Tiere sind am Ufer des Río San Juan zu beobachten. Die Lodge besteht aus 6 Holzhäusern an einem steilen Abhang. Nichts für Leute, die nicht gut zu Fuß sind. Die Hütten haben keine Stromanschlüsse bzw. Stecker, sondern nur 2 USB Ladeanschlüsse fürs Mobiltelefon. Elektrizität wird nur mit Hilfe von Solarpanels und Batterien sichergestellt. Sehr nettes und freundliches Personal. Wer nur chillen mag, ist hier richtig.
Hermann
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024