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Palapa Hostel

Campsite

in front of the baseball stadium

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Why people book this hotel

Friendly staff
13 mentions

Gorgeous treehouse getaway and lovely hosts

Such a nice vibe in the hostel The family who manage it were so so nice invitin…

Comfortable rooms
8 mentions

No need for fans as it’s nice and fresh to sleep in

The double room was really nice and unique, cool at night as it’s open to the ai…

Great location
6 mentions

It’s a 5 minute walk back from the beach but has a lovely view

Beautiful sunrise views of the pacific, 5 min walk to the beach, comfortable soc…

Good value
2 mentions

Best value for money by a long shot in town and a really enjoyable experience

Great value surfboards to hire

Clean rooms
1 mentions

The place is always clean

Overview

Boasting a garden and a terrace, Palapa Hostel features accommodation in El Tránsito with free WiFi and sea views. It is situated 500 metres from El Transito Beach and offers a shared kitchen. The campground has family rooms. All units at the campground are fitted with a shared bathroom and bed linen. The nearest airport is Augusto Cesar Sandino International Airport, 69 km from the campground.

Traveller reviews

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jose manuel

solo_traveller

December 24, 2025

9

Screen as windows would be better

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Natasha

solo_traveller

September 20, 2025

9

Gorgeous treehouse getaway and lovely hosts. It’s a 5 minute walk back from the beach but has a lovely view. There’s a few places to eat nearby and shops and the main town is so close. No need for fans as it’s nice and fresh to sleep in. It’s got a real eco element to it too with compost toilets and outdoor showers so it’s not just the name. Best value for money by a long shot in town and a really enjoyable experience. Virginia and co were really friendly and welcoming too. I wouldn’t stay anywhere else in el Tránsito.

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Felix

solo_traveller

May 12, 2025

10

Such a nice vibe in the hostel The family who manage it were so so nice inviting us for lunch Was such a nice place to spend some tome

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Sophie Weaver

couple

March 7, 2025

10

The double room was really nice and unique, cool at night as it’s open to the air, can see the sea from the bed, felt private and was cheap but felt like it was more expensive. Nice outdoor shower and staff were friendly

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Laura

solo_traveller

February 3, 2025

8

Nice place in the nature

Buena cocina y muy barato

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Charles

couple

January 28, 2025

10

Great stay

Beautiful sunrise views of the pacific, 5 min walk to the beach, comfortable social area to chill, outdoor shower, lovely restaurant nearby and great beach

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Barbara

solo_traveller

December 14, 2024

10

I had a wonderful time at this little hostel, and wished I could have stayed longer. The people are extremely welcoming and friendly and the open air dorms are beautiful and cosy. I loved sleeping outside to the sound of the ocean and instantly felt at home!

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Flavien

solo_traveller

July 22, 2024

9

Amazing place. One of the best hostels I have stayed in. The family who run are super friendly and nice. The place is always clean. Kitchen facilities are top notch and the shower is very good. Five minutes walking to the beach. I would definitely recommend staying in this hostel as you get a feel for the local community and how people in el transito live.

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Nikita

solo_traveller

July 17, 2024

10

A lovely family takes care of the Hostel and it is a very relaxing place.

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Sarah

solo_traveller

July 17, 2024

10

Definitely the best hostel in El Transito !!

Little paradise in El Tránsito ! Such a beautiful and calm place, attracting a nice crowd ! The family managing the place is lovely. 🥰

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Dor

solo_traveller

June 18, 2024

4

It's just not a hostel

No Beautiful project. Really nice people. But it's just misleading the public calling it "hostel" It's an ecoproject. Means ecologic bathroom which is a beautiful idea but really not hygienic. No walls which means nice experience but waking up from every noise because it is in the middle of the village. The kitchen was locked pretty early without anything said about that. But still a cool experience for who might like the idea, although a bit expensive compared to other ones I've been at.

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Ana

solo_traveller

May 13, 2024

9

Very chill hostel. Great for relaxing! Hosts are super nice and the walk to the beach is not very long. Filtered water is availabe

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Sophie

couple

April 13, 2024

10

The double room was really nice and unique, cool at night as it’s open to the air, can see the sea from the bed, felt private and was cheap but felt like it was more expensive. Nice outdoor shower and staff were friendly

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Henri

solo_traveller

April 1, 2024

8

Good and cheap. Does the job.

Good staff, nice kitchen, bathroom and showers.

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Frank

solo_traveller

March 26, 2024

1

I think this hostel is either your vibe or absolutely not your vibe

At 10pm dogs start barking for hours right outside the room (of which there are no walls), then at 3am roosters start going, at 5am, 6am and 7am the chicken bus honks repeatedly and unnecessarily for at least half an hour so I basically got no sleep. This hostel felt like they called it an eco hostel to just not make an effort with the facilities

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Caroline

couple

March 13, 2024

10

Great stay, great vibe !

The family was adorable and very welcoming, really nice vibe with the other travelers. We were renting the private cabaña, it is spacious and has a great view on the ocean, away from the other rooms. It is an eco concept place (recycling, dry toilets, etc) with cute animals (dog, cats, ...) walking around, a well equipped kitchen and hamacs to hang out. There is also a space to leave your surfboard safely and it is about a short 10 min walk straight to the beach ! We would definitely go back !!

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James

couple

March 11, 2024

4

IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS BEFORE BOOKING

The staff were really friendly and helpful. The kitchen had everything you needed. Great value surfboards to hire. Eco focus is nice and toilets and shower were good. Hammocks we're great to chill in.

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Federica

couple

February 21, 2024

10

Cosy and intimate sustainable hostel

Everything! It's a little family run hostel, very down to earth and sustainable :)

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léa

solo_traveller

December 14, 2023

10

The manager Family are Amazing ! Feel like home Little paradise !! Already miss this place !

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Dana

solo_traveller

November 22, 2023

10

Would recommend!

Host is so funny, the location in the Treehouse is unreal. I would definitely recommend staying here.

Facilities

Activities

Beach

Food & Drink

Breakfast options

General

Pets allowed, Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms

Internet

Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi

Kitchen

Shared kitchen

Outdoors

Garden, Terrace

Double Room with Sea View

This double room features a shared bathroom, a safe deposit box and sea views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 13 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

This dormitory room has a shared bathroom, a safe deposit box and sea views. The unit has 5 beds.

Max 5 guests 54 1 bedroom 2 bathrooms
Mixed Dormitory Room

This dormitory room features a shared bathroom, a safe deposit box and sea views. The unit offers 3 beds.

Max 3 guests 10 1 bedroom 2 bathrooms

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 14:00 to 20:00
Check-outFrom 07:00 until 11:00
Cancellation & prepaymentCancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check your booking details before finalizing.
Accepted credit cardsThe hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine printThis property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. Managed by a private host
Last updated: Apr 11, 2024, 3:23 PM

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Palapa Hostel - 0 Star Hotel in El Transito