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Guacimo Lodge

3.0 star property
Riverfront lodge with free breakfast and an outdoor pool

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets
Deluxe Cabin | View from room
Outdoor pool, free cabanas
Property grounds

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Superior Cabin

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Cabin

Deluxe Cabin

Highlights

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

Map
Indio Maiz Biological Reserve, Batola District, El Castillo, Rio San Juan

Restaurants

  • ‪Hotel Tropical - ‬334 min drive
  • ‪Cooperativa De Cacao - ‬334 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Cofalito - ‬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 onsite activities like beach yoga, ecotours, and hiking/biking. 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 like:
  • An outdoor pool with free cabanas
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), coffee/tea in the lobby, and luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance, a dock, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as separate sitting areas and separate dining areas.
Other amenities include:
  • Showers and free toiletries
  • Decks/patios, wardrobes/closets, 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.

Languages

English, German, Spanish

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

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Guacimo Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Guacimo Lodge?

As of Aug 14, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Guacimo Lodge on Aug 15, 2025 start from CA $173.3, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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?

Check-out 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.

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Guacimo Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

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

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

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