Lazy Crab Hostel
Calle principal Balgüe Isla de ometepe 2
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20 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
20 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
Why people book this hotel
“Its so nice here, staff are friendly”
“Breakfast was great and they had lots of options to choose from, Hostel is one o…”
“Breakfast was freshly cooked with a choice of 3 options”
“Really good breakfast included”
“Its a lil out of the way but you can walk or rent a scooter”
“Good location near restaurants etc”
“Its worth the value you pay for, lots of hammocks and a cool terrace”
“Good value for money”
“Comfortable room”
“Triple private room was spacious and beds were comfy with a big fan per person”
“General communal areas were very clean”
“Comfortable beds, clean facilities, cool rooftop and tasty breakfast”
Overview
Set in Balgue, Lazy Crab Hostel has a garden and a terrace. The property is located 1.5 km from Maderas Volcano. The accommodation features a shuttle service, while a bicycle rental service is also available. Free WiFi is available to all guests, while certain rooms are equipped with a balcony. Guests at the guest house will be able to enjoy activities in and around Balgue, like cycling.
Traveller reviews
Belinda
solo_traveller
April 18, 2026
Its so nice here, staff are friendly. Its a lil out of the way but you can walk or rent a scooter. The island is beautuful to explore by scooter
Kane
couple
April 11, 2026
Breakfast was great and they had lots of options to choose from, Hostel is one of the cheapest on the island and staff were very friendly and really helpful all the time. Its worth the value you pay for, lots of hammocks and a cool terrace.
Richard
couple
April 2, 2026
Friendly and helpful staff. General communal areas were very clean. Comfortable room. Drinkable water from the volcano. Nice places to sit and relax. Good location near restaurants etc. Good general shop about 50m away and stalls with fruit and veg only a few minutes walk. Breakfast was freshly cooked with a choice of 3 options.
Marthanifhla
extended_group
March 19, 2026
Really good breakfast included. Location is great right in the centre of Balgue with restaurant options nearby and close to where you can rent scooters/ATVs. Good value for money.
Quirin
solo_traveller
March 8, 2026
Very polite and helpful staff!
Bryne
solo_traveller
February 3, 2026
The best place for a chill vibe and grounding one self a bit and cool staff helping guests connect.
Rachael
couple
November 8, 2025
“Great breakfast and great value for money!”
Great value for money, particularly as the breakfast is also great! Choice from traditional breakfast, scrambled eggs or pancakes, great portion size and cooked fresh. The staff are super friendly. The bikes for rent were in good condition too. The location is good, but you will need a scooter to get around the island.
Nnn1112
solo_traveller
June 29, 2025
“Good stay, despite loud guests”
Hanibal helped me check in. Kind man, and making sure the guests are helped. VEry good information about the ferry, the bus schedule, etc. Good prices for scooter rentals. Breakfast is included, although it wasn't very much for a hike of multiple hours, but it gets you started. Kitchen is available for guests to prepare meals. Water is potable.
Ben
couple
April 29, 2025
“Friendly vibes”
Good vibe! Staff are very friendly and helpful, loads of common areas to hang out and has a pool table. Great free breakfast each morning, also offer reasonable scooter rentals and tours. Plenty of showers and toilets. Free water, straight from a local spring, tasted good!
Billy
couple
April 29, 2025
Nice hostel with good location near the lake. Comfortable beds, clean facilities, cool rooftop and tasty breakfast. Staff were friendly and helpful. Big bonus for ability to rent bikes from hostel.
Jack
couple
April 9, 2025
“Good place to stay and good for the money”
Location and price
Tomer
solo_traveller
April 7, 2025
Great vibe, not a party hostel but a more mature one. Good for a relaxed stay in Ometepe.
Meghanne
solo_traveller
April 3, 2025
Triple private room was spacious and beds were comfy with a big fan per person. Staff were friendly and super helpful with arranging taxis and scooter hire. Free breakfast every morning was really good and 3 options. Good location on side of island away from ferry port but close to main sights. Basic kitchen and bathrooms but expected for the island. Would recommend!
Hendrik
solo_traveller
March 29, 2025
Overall the hostel is nice, has a decent kitchen with fridge and freezer and the dorms have an attached bathroom with toilet and shower.
George
solo_traveller
March 19, 2025
Plenty of space to hang out, really chilled, nice breakfast, good scooters/motorbikes to rent out
Emmett
couple
March 3, 2025
Breakfast was fantastic with 3 great options. The staff were really great and the location was good too.
Sarah
extended_group
March 2, 2025
“Perfect stay in ometepe”
The place is simple but so lovely. It has a really cool roof terrace to have a Beer or Drink some coffee. The breakfast is really yummy, they let you choose between three different things. The owners are so helpful in every way.
Claudia
solo_traveller
February 11, 2025
“Amazing place in Ometepe. Great location and comfortable spacious hostel.”
Breakfast was great everyday I was there. We get 3 options, made to order and delicious. Staff was attentive and delivered the plate to the table. Free coffee included. Scooter rentals on site. Great views from the top terrace. Right in town where you can find food options, and fruits and vegetable stands at walking distance. Staff cleaned bathrooms and common areas everyday in the morning.
julie
couple
February 11, 2025
The staff is very helpful, good location, very nice breakfast and a lot of areas to chill(rooftop, hammocks)
Delphine
extended_group
February 10, 2025
“Very nice”
- free breakfast is amazingly good - very well located - staff is super friendly - kitchen - motorbike rental, if you want to explore Ometepe - pooltable - both indoor and outdoor chilling areas (seeing it rains a little bit every day on Ometepe)
Facilities
Activities
Fishing, Games room, Massage, Billiards, Canoeing, Hiking, Cycling, Horse riding, Evening entertainment, Walking tours, Bike tours, Happy hour, Cooking class
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay, Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles, Indoor play area
Food & Drink
Fruits, Coffee house on site, Breakfast options, Snack bar, Bar
Food & drink safety
Delivered food is securely covered, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
General
Bicycle parking, WiFi available in all areas, Pets allowed, Non-smoking rooms, Designated smoking area
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Outdoors
Sun terrace, BBQ facilities, Garden, Terrace, Outdoor furniture
Parking
Street parking, Accessible parking, Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Physical distancing rules followed
Safety & security
24-hour security, Key access, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Access to health care professionals, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available
Services
Shuttle service, Daily housekeeping, Grocery deliveries, Lockers, Concierge service, Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (additional charge), Luggage storage, Laundry, Dry cleaning, Currency exchange, Tour desk
Double Room
The double room features a tiled floor, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. Guests can make the most of a balcony and an inner courtyard view. The unit has 1 bed.
Double Room
This double room has a shared bathroom, a tiled floor and an inner courtyard view. The unit has 1 bed.
Double Room with Extra Bed
The double room offers a tiled floor, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The double room has an inner courtyard view. The unit has 2 beds.
Double Room with Extra Bed
This double room has a shared bathroom, a tiled floor and an inner courtyard view. The unit has 2 beds.
Double Room with Private Bathroom
The double room features a tiled floor, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The double room has an inner courtyard view. The unit has 1 bed.
Double Room with Private Bathroom
The double room provides a tiled floor, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The double room features an inner courtyard view. The unit offers 1 bed.
Basic Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
This triple room has a shared bathroom, a tiled floor and an inner courtyard view. The unit has 2 beds.
Triple Room with Bathroom
The triple room features a tiled floor, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 2 beds.
Quadruple Room
This quadruple room features a shared bathroom, a tiled floor and an inner courtyard view. The unit offers 2 beds.
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