Hostal El Rio
7ta Avenida NE Green, blue and white house
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Why people book this hotel
“staff were really helpful , organised tours, sorted my transport and everyone sm…”
“Staff is super nice”
“Good breakfast”
“Tipico breakfast is good”
“Swimmingpool”
“Amazing courtyard with nice pool”
“Beds are really comfortable”
“The bed was comfortable”
“Clean pool and nice lounge area”
“It has a good number of showers and toilets, that were always clean, tidy and we…”
“It has many facilities and always striving to improve and create more, like a co…”
Overview
Located in León, Hostal El Rio features a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. Guest rooms include bed linen. You can play table tennis at the hostel. The nearest airport is Augusto Cesar Sandino International, 102 km from Hostal El Rio, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Traveller reviews
Sonicluc
solo_traveller
April 7, 2026
Swimmingpool
Hilary
couple
March 25, 2026
staff were really helpful , organised tours, sorted my transport and everyone smiled. Good breakfast.
Aurore
solo_traveller
March 15, 2026
“Really nice hostel.”
Amazing courtyard with nice pool. Beds are really comfortable. Tipico breakfast is good. Staff is super nice. Kitchen is well equipped.
Paulo
solo_traveller
March 10, 2026
Friendly staff. Clean pool and nice lounge area. Easy to find. Quick check in. Fair price. Breakfast was between one of two options. Free water dispenser.
Enrique
couple
January 10, 2026
“Nothing special about the place”
The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, particularly the girl working in the afternoon shift. The bed was comfortable. Breakfast was very good but didn't have options. Milk had an extra cost.
Matthew Konski
solo_traveller
November 11, 2025
“Great value for your money and the staff was really pleasant”
Great place for the money. Staff was extremely pleasant and accomodating.
Isabella
extended_group
October 5, 2025
“There was no running water despite the heat in Leon. Staff did not seem to care either to fix this issue despite my frie”
JONATHAN ALEJANDRO
solo_traveller
September 14, 2025
Family Friendly Quiet and great for digital nomads
Isabella
solo_traveller
July 20, 2025
There was limited running water during my stay
석훈
couple
March 15, 2025
The staffs were kind.
Anca
solo_traveller
January 29, 2025
“Lovely stay”
From the start the lovely and warm staff stood out for me. Leni, Gabriel and Mercedes were always available and helpful. I got shown around the property and was given all the necessary information straight away. I also got recommendations and instructions for places in Leon to eat or visit. The space seems small but opens up with a spacious back garden where you can lounge in the hammock, swim in the pool, chill on the sofas or play ping pong. The dorm was small and only had two bunk beds which meant more privacy, but also meant it was quite hot..but the fans provided sorted that problem for me. I had to take my breakfast early because I had to leave and Mercedes was only too glad to prepare it for me with a big smile and we had a nice conversation. The communal kitchen seemed well equipped, though I haven't used it much. And there's many helpful signs to tell you all the info you need to know - bins for recycling, rules for the fridge, etc. It has a good number of showers and toilets, that were always clean, tidy and well stocked. It even has a cheap same-day laundry service. It is a budget hostel, with a simple and modest decor, but one that I found charming. It has many facilities and always striving to improve and create more, like a co-working space in the near future.
Zahra
couple
November 11, 2024
“Passable.”
It was a quiet place with a lovely pool to use, it helped with cooling down. breakfast in the morning was nice and staff were friendly.
Adam Hughes
solo_traveller
October 15, 2024
Really nice place
Amy
couple
September 7, 2024
“Leon”
The staff were super lovely, a super refreshing pool, great breakfast and not too far from town.
Matúš
couple
August 30, 2024
“Very nice, recommended for backpackers.”
The boy working at the reception in the morning was truly friendly and helpful, the pool was clean and refreshing, the breakfast was nice, they offer very quick laundry service and may help to arrange tours and various activities. We ended up prolonging our stay as we really liked León and the accommodation. As a bonus, they have a very friendly dog Canella ❤️
Jules Borré
couple
August 24, 2024
Best gallo pinto so far, breakfast. Kitchen was ok. Nice neighbourhood. Nice rooms, pool was nice!
Anca
solo_traveller
July 25, 2024
“Lovely stay”
From the start the lovely and warm staff stood out for me. Leni, Gabriel and Mercedes were always available and helpful. I got shown around the property and was given all the necessary information straight away. I also got recommendations and instructions for places in Leon to eat or visit. The space seems small but opens up with a spacious back garden where you can lounge in the hammock, swim in the pool, chill on the sofas or play ping pong. The dorm was small and only had two bunk beds which meant more privacy, but also meant it was quite hot..but the fans provided sorted that problem for me. I had to take my breakfast early because I had to leave and Mercedes was only too glad to prepare it for me with a big smile and we had a nice conversation. The communal kitchen seemed well equipped, though I haven't used it much. And there's many helpful signs to tell you all the info you need to know - bins for recycling, rules for the fridge, etc. It has a good number of showers and toilets, that were always clean, tidy and well stocked. It even has a cheap same-day laundry service. It is a budget hostel, with a simple and modest decor, but one that I found charming. It has many facilities and always striving to improve and create more, like a co-working space in the near future.
Jake
couple
July 2, 2024
Really Friendly staff
Marian
solo_traveller
June 1, 2024
Employees very friendly
Rebecca
solo_traveller
May 17, 2024
“Nice hostal but location is a bit far out”
When I checked in, they told me there was an issue with the bigger dorm I'd booked so moved me to a room with a bunk bed which I had to myself the entire time. The breakfast was a típico nicaraguense breakfast. Being vegan, I just had the rice, beans and plantain. The staff were really helpful and kind. The hostal was nice and clean and not a party hostal which I really liked.
Facilities
Activities
Table tennis
Cleaning services
Laundry room
Cleanliness & disinfecting
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, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered, Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
General
WiFi available in all areas, Designated smoking area, Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Bicycle parking
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Outdoors
Outdoor furniture, Picnic area, Garden, Terrace
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Safety & security
Key access, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available
Self check-in
Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive, Lockbox key collection at the property
Services
Shuttle service, Shared lounge/TV area, 24-hour front desk, Airport shuttle, Laundry, Express check-in/check-out, Currency exchange, Ironing service, Packed lunches, Tour desk, Concierge service, Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (additional charge), Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Transport
Airport pick up, Airport drop off
Family Double Room
The family room includes a private bathroom equipped with a shower. The unit offers 2 beds.
Double Room
The double room includes a private bathroom equipped with a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.
Double Room
This double room has a private bathroom, air conditioning and garden views. The unit has 3 beds.
Economy Double Room
The double room includes a shared bathroom fitted with a shower. The unit has 1 bed.
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