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Guacimo Lodge

3.0 star property
This eco-retreat offers a perfect balance of relaxation and adventure with its serene pool, exotic trails and natural surroundings for true rejuvenation

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Guacimo Lodge sits within the vibrant Indio Maiz Biological Reserve where travelers can start their day with local breakfast flavors. The property offers yoga sessions in the garden or beach, access to nearby hiking and biking trails, and a library for quieter moments.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Room options

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Superior Cabin

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • River view
  • 689 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Cabin | Individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Deluxe Cabin

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • River view
  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Located in El Castillo, Guacimo Lodge is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Reserva Privada El Quebracho and Afortunada Ranch Reserve. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby. Visit our El Castillo travel guide
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Indio Maiz Biological Reserve, Batola District, El Castillo, Rio San Juan

Restaurants

  • Chocolate Tángara
  • Border’s Café
  • Hotel Tropical
    334 min drive
  • Cooperativa De Cacao
    334 min drive
  • El Fogon De La Mami
    334 min drive

About this property

Guacimo Lodge

Lodge by the river
Consider a stay at Guacimo Lodge and take advantage of free breakfast (local cuisine), a terrace and a garden. Enjoy on-site activities, such as beach yoga, hiking/biking and ecotours. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities, such as a library and a bar.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool, along with free cabanas
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), tour/ticket information and a dock
  • Smoke-free property, luggage storage and coffee/tea in reception
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts, such as separate sitting areas and separate dining areas.
More amenities include:
  • Showers and free toiletries
  • Decks/patios, wardrobes/cupboards and separate sitting areas

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.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Return 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 lift

More

  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoke-free property

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 and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
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 for 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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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

Frequently asked questions

Does Guacimo Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Guacimo Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Guacimo Lodge?

This lodge doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Guacimo Lodge?

Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Guacimo Lodge?

Checkout is at noon.

Does Guacimo Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Guacimo Lodge located?

Situated on the waterfront, this lodge is 28 mi (45.1 km) from Cano Negro National Wildlife Refuge and 30 mi (48.3 km) from Medio Queso Wetlands.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Guacimo Lodge Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Wonderful service from the small team sadly showing signs of necessary maintence perfect location.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL

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

10/10 Excellent

Guy

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lore

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!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Hermann

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024