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Surfing Turtle Lodge

Hostel

Isla Los Brasiles

20 nights, 2 adults

USD$264

Includes taxes and charges

20 nights, 2 adults

USD$264

Includes taxes and charges

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Why people book this hotel

Great location
18 mentions

The food was excellent, as was the location & setting

It was a beautiful, natural, and secluded location with a pristine beach

Friendly staff
8 mentions

Nice staff and good food

The volunteers were helpful

Comfortable rooms
4 mentions

The place is really remote and a bit more complicated than just a bus ride to ge…

Stunning location, remote and quiet spot to enjoy the beautiful Pacific coast

Breakfast available
2 mentions

the breakfast (Nica) was tasty

Very nice location with a nice garden where you can have a great breakfast

Good value
1 mentions

Very small price

Overview

Surfing Turtle Lodge features a restaurant and bar and guests can have fun at the games room. There is also evening entertainment and a gift shop on site. Every room is equipped with a private or shared bathroom. All come with simple décor and wooden décor. There is a tour desk and luggage storage space. Guests can enjoy various activities in the surroundings, including horse riding and fishing. This property is 23 km from Leon City Centre. Managua International Airport is 2 hours’ drive away. We are in an isolated location which requires guests to cross a river by boat and travel a 15 minute walk by foot or by a provided carriage to our location. We provide the transportation.

Traveller reviews

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Alexandria

solo_traveller

March 25, 2026

7

Nice staff and good food. The journey to get there was fun

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Julie

solo_traveller

February 16, 2026

7

Worth a visit for sure. The whole experience of getting there & the boat crossing just add to the fu

The food was excellent, as was the location & setting. The volunteers were helpful.

J

Jude

extended_group

January 16, 2026

10

We had a lovely relaxing stay on this pristine, secluded beach, with some great surfing!

It was a beautiful, natural, and secluded location with a pristine beach. Great and fun adventure to get here. Hammocks, flowers, and beautiful plants everywhere. The staff were very friendly and welcoming. We had a lovely relaxing stay with some great surfing too!

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Gabriela

solo_traveller

January 13, 2026

9

It is an amazing, cool place, with a great sunset view, long, beautiful beach you have for yourselves. I have liked the vibe a lot. People from abroad either volunteering or having an employment are the best. Thank you so much, I am greatfull I could stayed with you there. The access is easy, if you go from Leon, you can take a Chicken bus, it leaves every hour (like 8,25am, 9,25 am, and so on). If you send a message to the hotel that you are in Poneloya, they organize a boat (10 minutes ride) and the horse carrige..it goes smoothly..the breakfast (Nica) was tasty.. if you get up early, you can watch millions of stars on the beach

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Thurid

solo_traveller

January 6, 2026

10

A paradise if you want it ☀️🌴

The place is really remote and a bit more complicated than just a bus ride to get there - buuut once here it is paradise: The area is very spacious, many palmtrees and chillspots. It feels like an open livingroom overseeing the ocean, people linger, chat, chill. The endless beach is perfect for morning strolls (or runs) to then enjoy coffee in sun, yoga at the deck or try some surf! Or will you manage to walk the slackline? Evenings come with beachvolleyball and campfires (bring your own marshmallows for they dont sell them (yet? ) ) and options of movie-nights, games or even beerpong if you are not too tired from your beachday - needless to say i enjoyed my stay and would recommend at least 2 nights to maybe see some turtle-hatching as well! Its not a resort but very island-princess-vibes ✨ (Also ask for Isla if you are down to get a tattoo !)

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Luke

couple

November 29, 2025

10

Loved being this close to the beach. We had a great time

S

Guest

extended_group

May 28, 2025

10

We had a lovely relaxing stay on this pristine, secluded beach, with some great surfing!

It was a beautiful, natural, and secluded location with a pristine beach. Great and fun adventure to get here. Hammocks, flowers, and beautiful plants everywhere. The staff were very friendly and welcoming. We had a lovely relaxing stay with some great surfing too!

L

Leigh

couple

March 25, 2025

1

Don't waste your time and stop normalizing western owners ripping off backpackers.

The beach

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Josie

solo_traveller

March 15, 2025

6

Remote beach acccommodation.

Beautiful beach. Yoga deck is amazing! Yoga lessons are so nice.

T

Tiana

extended_group

February 11, 2025

10

Welcome in paradise!

Welcome in paradise! We stayed in a Bungalow on the beach and it was perfect! They organise dance lessons/yoga/volleybal. It is a chill remote place so don’t think it is gonna be very fancy, but it is perfect te way it is. Easy going, good food, chill vibe.

S

Sinead

extended_group

February 3, 2025

7

Beautiful spot that needs some love

Stunning location, remote and quiet spot to enjoy the beautiful Pacific coast. Friendly and responsive staff. Lots of different activities available.

M

Martin

solo_traveller

January 30, 2025

9

Secluded natural location is nice

S

Stefania

couple

January 28, 2025

10

Amazing place

The owner is very sweet, kind, available to answer to all your questions and suggestions. Very nice location with a nice garden where you can have a great breakfast. 15 minutes walking from Charcot Verde. 4 sweety little dogs around. Very small price

J

Jarrath

family_with_children

January 27, 2025

10

A paradise

Great food, chill spot with beautiful surrounding, and wonderful experience with the boat, and horse ride into the hostal, and releasing the turtles into the ocean.

M

Matas

solo_traveller

January 24, 2025

9

Amazing chill time!

Nice and remove beach where you can lie even naked. Cozy 6 beds dormitory. Good food. Funny evening programe. Fireplace on the beach. Turtles' realeses were so amazing!

S

Stefania

couple

January 22, 2025

6

Amazing location. Very high potential but need maintenance.Animals in poor conditions,above all dogs

Staff very friendly, good restaurant, exceptional location in front of the sea

N

Nea

couple

January 6, 2025

8

Perfect for relaxing but cleanliness/overall atmosphere could be improved

Perfect place for relaxing, there was a number of things to do in the hostel (surf, yoga, horseback riding, slackline, long walk on an empty beach, turtle releases). The food in the restaurant was good.

M

Marilyn

solo_traveller

December 14, 2024

10

The best dorm I’ve ever staid in, I could see the stars from my bed

Simply paradise! It’s away from the villages, it’s dark so you can see the stars, you have the whole beach to yourself, and so many hammocks to relax in. And they pick you up with a horse and carriage, that is an experience in itself!!! Wonderful!! Ps, bring snacks of you need snacks. And donate to the homeless dogs.

J

Janet

solo_traveller

November 19, 2024

8

Island chill

The isolated location almost like a private beach. The activity equipment for use was good and the lounging areas, especially the thatched shade with sun beds. The food was excellent.

J

Jannes

family_with_children

May 21, 2024

10

The lodge offers amazing views of sunsets, a 15km long beach which is almost always completely empty, and amazing cabins directly on the beach with a view of the Pacific ocean. The menu is amazing, especially against the background of the unique location of the lodge; the chefs in the kitchen were very great. The ride to the lodge with a horse carriage is another very special experience.

Facilities

Activities

Fishing, Massage, Table tennis, Horse riding, Beachfront, Evening entertainment, Beauty Services, Facial treatments, Manicure, Pedicure, Body treatments, Body scrub, Massage chair, Yoga classes, Fitness/spa locker rooms, Beach, Happy hour, Tour or class about local culture

Entertainment and family services

Board games/puzzles, Kids' outdoor play equipment

Food & Drink

Kid meals, Special diet menus (on request), Snack bar, Breakfast in the room, Restaurant, Bar, Breakfast options, Wine/champagne, Fruits

General

Designated smoking area, Bicycle parking, Pets allowed, Safety deposit box

Internet

Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi

Outdoors

Sun terrace, Garden, Terrace, Outdoor furniture, Picnic area

Parking

Private parking, Parking, Street parking, Parking garage

Pool and wellness

Pool/beach towels, Sun loungers or beach chairs, Sun umbrellas

Safety & security

24-hour security, Key access, Fire extinguishers

Services

Shuttle service, Lockers, Daily housekeeping, Concierge service, Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (additional charge), Luggage storage, Packed lunches, Tour desk, Airport shuttle, Room service, Laundry

Transport

Airport pick up, Airport drop off

Double Room with Bathroom

The double room features a private entrance and a seating area, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 25 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Queen Room with Shared Bathroom

The double room offers a seating area, a dining area, a balcony with sea views as well as a shared bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 20 1 bedroom0

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 13:00 to 19:00
Check-outFrom 08:00 until 11:30
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 printPlease contact property directly to get instructions to get to the property since is not accessible via car.
Last updated: Apr 11, 2024, 3:22 PM

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Surfing Turtle Lodge - 0 Star Hotel in Poneloya