Title: Hotel Lara's Planet - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Hotel Lara's Planet Riverfront lodge with free breakfast and a fitness center ![Panoramic Suite, 2 Queen Beds, River View, Overwater | Porch](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12370000/12366200/12366147/27921a9f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Panoramic Suite, 2 Queen Beds, River View, Overwater](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12370000/12366200/12366147/b233ca13.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12370000/12366200/12366147/d94268f2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12370000/12366200/12366147/66f265a9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Classic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View, Garden Area | Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12370000/12366200/12366147/5890cd25.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Hotel Lara's Planet sits peacefully by the riverside, offering families a genuine connection to nature. Guests start their day with cooked-to-order breakfasts before fishing or riding horses. Thoughtful touches include a library for quiet moments and practical laundry facilities. 9.4 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Bar - Gym - Room service - 24/7 front desk - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov. 7 - Nov. 8](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-08&selected=12366147&PinnedHotelID=12366147&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-08&selected=12366147&PinnedHotelID=12366147&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov. 8 - Nov. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-08&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=12366147&PinnedHotelID=12366147&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-08&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=12366147&PinnedHotelID=12366147&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov. 7 - Nov. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=12366147&PinnedHotelID=12366147&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=12366147&PinnedHotelID=12366147&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov. 14 - Nov. 16](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=12366147&PinnedHotelID=12366147&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=12366147&PinnedHotelID=12366147&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 5 of 5 rooms ![Panoramic Suite, 2 Queen Beds, River View, Overwater | Porch](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12370000/12366200/12366147/27921a9f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Panoramic Suite, 2 Queen Beds, River View, Overwater ### Highlights Balcony or patio Soundproofed Air conditioning Free cribs/infant beds TV Premium bedding Ceiling fan Sofa bed - single - 322 sq ft - River view - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds ![Superior Suite, 2 Queen Beds, River View, Overwater](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12370000/12366200/12366147/447dda33.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Suite, 2 Queen Beds, River View, Overwater ### Highlights Balcony or patio Soundproofed Air conditioning Free cribs/infant beds TV Premium bedding Ceiling fan Sofa bed - single - 301 sq ft - River view - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds ![Deluxe Suite, 2 Queen Beds, River View, Overwater | Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12370000/12366200/12366147/ff3d2a00.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Suite, 2 Queen Beds, River View, Overwater ### Highlights Balcony or patio Soundproofed Air conditioning Free cribs/infant beds TV Premium bedding Ceiling fan Sofa bed - single - 301 sq ft - River view - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds ![Classic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View, Garden Area | Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12370000/12366200/12366147/29e822f7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View, Garden Area 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Balcony or patio Soundproofed Air conditioning Free cribs/infant beds TV Premium bedding Ceiling fan Sofa bed - single - 172 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Comfort Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View, Garden Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12370000/12366200/12366147/1f0f7272.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View, Garden Area ### Highlights Balcony or patio Soundproofed Air conditioning Free cribs/infant beds TV Premium bedding Ceiling fan Sofa bed - single - 182 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FEl-Castillo-Hotels-Hotel-Laras-Planet.h12366147.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FEl-Castillo-Hotels-Hotel-Laras-Planet.h12366147.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C11.01665%2C-84.39556&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=CXOQKJAfnOr5MSdHEllXcB6_Roc=) del Muelle 200 mts al Norte, El Castillo, Rio San Juan #### Restaurants - Border’s Café - ‪Chocolate Tángara - ‬6 min walk - ‪Hotel Tropical - ‬4 min walk - ‪Cooperativa De Cacao - ‬4 min walk - ‪Restaurante Cofalito - ‬5 min walk ## About this property ### Hotel Lara's Planet Family-friendly lodge by the river Take advantage of free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace, and a garden at Hotel Lara's Planet. Adventurous travelers may like the fishing, rowing/canoeing, and horseback riding at this lodge. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to a library and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Free self parking - A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), supervised childcare (surcharge), and multilingual staff - Smoke-free premises, a 24-hour front desk, and tour/ticket assistance Room features All guestrooms at Hotel Lara's Planet include perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes. Other amenities include: - Sofa beds, rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), and free cribs/infant beds - Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries - TVs with cable channels - Balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and ceiling fans ## Similar properties ![Front of property - evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33330000/33328600/33328569/0b4b1a9e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Guacimo Lodge El Castillo - Pool - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 9.0 Wonderful 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-22&selected=33328569&PinnedHotelID=33328569&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet ### Parking and transportation - Free offsite parking - Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) - Free self parking on site - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Food and drink - Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily - A bar/lounge - A restaurant - Snack bar/deli ### Things to do - Fishing - Gym - Horseback riding/rentals - Library - Rowing/canoeing ### Family friendly - Babysitting (surcharge) - In-room crib - In-room sofa bed - Laundry facilities - Refrigerator on request - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) - Snack bar/deli - Soundproofed rooms - Supervised activities for children (surcharge) ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - Business center - Meeting room ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - On a river - Picnic area - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel ### More - Banquet hall - Built in 2014 - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Free crib - Premium bedding - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) - Single sofa bed ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - Limited room service - Minibar - Refrigerator on request ### More - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Desk - Free daily newspapers - Safe - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### Special check-in instructions Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets stay free Food and water bowls are available ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.00 per day Free cribs are available on request at the property ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.00 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 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 ### Property is also known as Hotel Lara's Planet El Castillo Hotel Lara's Planet Lara's Planet El Castillo Lara's Planet Hotel Lara's Planet Nicaragua/El Castillo Hotel Lara's Planet Lodge Hotel Lara's Planet El Castillo Hotel Lara's Planet Lodge El Castillo Hotel Lara's Planet Nicaragua/el Castillo ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Hotel Lara's Planet pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Hotel Lara's Planet? > Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free. ### What time is check-in at Hotel Lara's Planet? > Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. ### What time is check-out at Hotel Lara's Planet? > Check-out is at noon. ### Does Hotel Lara's Planet provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle. ### Where is Hotel Lara's Planet located? > Located on a river, this family-friendly lodge is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Afortunada Ranch Reserve. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Hotel Lara's Planet Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 8 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.2/10 Cleanliness ### 9.4/10 Staff & service ### 9.0/10 Amenities ### 9.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 9.0/10 Eco-friendliness ### 8/10 Good #### r May 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It was a nice place within easy walking distance of the boat dock. My room was big and clean. Despite what is said on the Wxpedia booking website; Unilingual staff. No hammock on deck. Cash only and no ATM in town. No gym. ##### r Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alain Dec 30, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We had reserved for one night at Larà’s but we ended up staying 3 Natasha is a Lovely host and her right hand Rachel is also a very help full person The breakfast was great, the room spacious and the bathroom well supplies. Hot water with no interruption. We had a great balcony overlooking the river. All in all a great expérience. You can go there without worries. ##### Alain Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### ian, victoria canada Feb 19, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great place to stay Our stay at Lara's planet was better than we expected. Natasha is a excellent host and very very helpful with all kinds of transport etc. Great place. Great view of the river and would definately stay there again. Thanks Natasha for your excellency in customer care. It really is what it is all about. ##### ian Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Feb 8, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great location riverside. Natasha the owner was very helpful and the hotel restaurant is good. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Heli, Finland Jan 17, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Hammock on your own terrace above the river We (mother 60, son 23) came to El Castillo to experience Rio San Juan. The hotel is perfectly situated next to the "harbor" but hidden in a garden. Wonderful sight to the river both from the room and the restaurant.Large room with terrace, all furniture and details made of bamboo. Food not excellent, good drinks. The town consists of two streets. Have dollars for excursions - no ATM! ##### Heli Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Renate Dec 23, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Lovely private terrace over Rio San Juan A special stay in a nice spacious corner room overlooking the river. Great balcony, nice breakfast, good service. A bit overpriced for the area but would recommend Lara's Planet as it is way above the other options in El Castillo ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/s1429-p7af97720-e787-11e7-bd65-326511383643-original.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/s1837-pb9c84300-e787-11e7-ab29-562dc63a5703-original.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Renate Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### martin Aug 9, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Wonderful Although our original night's stay was cancelled due to bad weather we did pitch up and spend a night later and were so glad that we did. Natasha, the owner, is charming, entertaining and an excellent cook. The hotel itself is small but fabulous; it deserves an award for its natural wood and bamboo design. The front is built out over the river to give wonderful views in all directions. Each upstairs room is large, comfortable and elegant. Rooms have their own outside lounging area. El Castillo is well worth a short visit. We had a great trip there and back by public boat, enjoyed the town and its fort and took a guided tour to the Bartola reserve, which Natasha can arrange for you from her own little private boat dock. ##### martin Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marinus Feb 9, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Perfecte plek! Mooi stijlvol hotel van hout en bamboe. Mooi gelegen aan het water en heeft mooie tuin met veel vogels. Eigenaresse is erg behulpzaam om reis heen en weer te regelen. Tours kunnen via het hotel worden geregeld. Kortom een perfecte plek. ##### Marinus ### 10/10 Excellent #### S&J, UK Mar 29, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Excellent hotel Lovely large room, comfortable beds, brilliant balcony, excellent bathroom with large shower. Great views of river and castle. Natasha is a friendly, helpful host with great English (and some German I believe but haven't tested). ##### S&J ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathrin Jan 11, 2025 ##### Kathrin Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mario Nov 29, 2021 ##### Mario Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Dec 17, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Verified traveller ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [5 Star Hotels in New York](https://www.expedia.ca/5Star-New-York-Hotels.s50-0-d178293.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Caesars Palace](https://www.expedia.ca/Las-Vegas-Hotels-Caesars-Palace-Resort-Casino.h41245.Hotel-Information) > > [La Santa Maria Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Juan-Del-Sur-Hotels-La-Santa-Maria-Resort.h25814344.Hotel-Information) > > [Aloft Dublin City](https://www.expedia.ca/Dublin-Hotels-Aloft-Dublin-City.h22167203.Hotel-Information) > > [The Centurion Hotel Classic Akasaka](https://www.expedia.ca/Tokyo-Hotels-The-Centurion-Hotel-Classic-Akasaka.h18573620.Hotel-Information) > > [Candeo Hotels Tokyo Roppongi](https://www.expedia.ca/Tokyo-Hotels-Candeo-Hotels-Tokyo-Roppongi.h19130220.Hotel-Information) > > [Northwinds Hotel Revelstoke](https://www.expedia.ca/Revelstoke-Hotels-Northwinds-Hotel-Revelstroke.h1511810.Hotel-Information) > > [Live Aqua Punta Cana - All Inclusive - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.ca/Punta-Cana-Hotels-Infiniti-Punta-Cana.h34297468.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Qatar](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Qatar.d149.Hotel-Destinations) > > [TreeCasa Hotel & Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Juan-Del-Sur-Hotels-TreeCasa-Resort.h18043720.Hotel-Information) > > [Ko'a Kea Resort on Po'ipu Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Koloa-Hotels-Koa-Kea-Resort-On-Poipu-Beach.h1938562.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Niagara-on-the-Lake](https://www.expedia.ca/Niagara-On-The-Lake-Hotels.d8957.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Dreamsea Surf Resort Nicaragua - Hostel](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Juan-Del-Sur-Hotels-Dreamsea-Surf-Resort-Nicaragua.h18351165.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Monterey](https://www.expedia.ca/Monterey-Hotels.d180045.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [El Jardin Hotel & Restaurant](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Juan-Del-Sur-Hotels-El-Jardin-Hotel-Restaurant.h4527605.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Radium Hot Springs](https://www.expedia.ca/Radium-Hot-Springs-Hotels.d57021.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from Winnipeg (YWG) to Saskatchewan (YYN)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ywg/yyn/winnipeg-to-swift-current) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Guangzhou (CAN)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/can/toronto-to-guangzhou) > > [Flights from New York (LGA) to New Orleans (MSY)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/lga/msy/new-york-to-new-orleans) > > [Flights from Winnipeg (YWG) to Ahmedabad (AMD)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ywg/amd/winnipeg-to-ahmedabad) > > [Flights from Buffalo (BUF) to Tocumen (PTY)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/buf/pty/buffalo-to-panama-city) > > [Turkish Airlines Toronto (YYZ) to Lahore (LHE) flights](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flight-routes/turkish-airlines-from-pearson-intl-to-allam-iqbal-intl/tk/yyz/lhe) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Montreal (YUL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/yul/vancouver-to-montreal) > > [Flights from Goffs (YHZ) to Barcelona (BCN)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yhz/bcn/halifax-to-barcelona) ### Cruise > [Cruises to Mexico](https://www.expedia.ca/Cruises-to-Mexico.d117.Travel-Guide-Cruise) ### Activities > [Things to do in Fort Myers Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Fort-Myers-Beach.d7194.Travel-Guide-Activities) > > [Things to do in Samaná](https://www.expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Samana.d6046772.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Dominican Republic](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/theme-vacations/all-inclusive-vacations/50/Dominican-Republic) ### General > [Visit Cambridge City Centre](https://www.expedia.ca/Cambridge-Cambridge-City-Centre.dx553248634739940207)