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EL TUMBO

Hostel

Playa Gigante, de la plaza central 150 m al Norte Tola

20 nights, 2 adults

USD$759

Includes taxes and charges

20 nights, 2 adults

USD$759

Includes taxes and charges

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Why people book this hotel

Great location
9 mentions

Really nice location, nice staff, beautiful beaches all around, hostel had a chi…

We enjoyed staying here, it was conveniently located between Playa Gigante and P…

Friendly staff
9 mentions

Staff is lovely and helpful, location is good, it has what you need for a comfor…

the staff was very friendly and helpful

Comfortable rooms
4 mentions

We had an air-conditioned room, which honestly made our stay

There is a large living room with a bar where you can get drinks

Pool
2 mentions

Everyone usually sits here chatting, drinking, watching a movie, playing ping po…

Overview

Set in Rivas, 300 metres from Playa Amarillo, EL TUMBO offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Among the various facilities are a terrace, a bar, as well as a private beach area. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi. At the hostel, rooms are equipped with a desk. At EL TUMBO all rooms include a shared bathroom with a shower. An American breakfast is available every morning at the accommodation. You can play table tennis and darts at EL TUMBO, and the area is popular for cycling. Playa Gigante is 400 metres from the hostel, while Playa La Redonda is 2.2 km from the property. The nearest airport is Augusto Cesar Sandino International Airport, 116 km from EL TUMBO.

Traveller reviews

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Benjamin

solo_traveller

February 21, 2026

10

Really nice location, nice staff, beautiful beaches all around, hostel had a chill vibe, lots of different activities if wanted, they have a darts board a pool table, drums guitars table tennis and everything free to use. You don’t feel like a guest you feel part of the hostel family. BIG recommendation! Only some more kitchen utensils would be nice:)

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Michelle

couple

April 13, 2025

8

Enjoyable stay

We enjoyed staying here, it was conveniently located between Playa Gigante and Playa Amarillo, with a good number of restaurants only a couple minutes walk away. We had an air-conditioned room, which honestly made our stay. The bathrooms could do with some updating though, especially the showers, pretty simple with flimsy doors. The kitchen was also tiny, only room for one person to cook at a time.

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Telma Ran

solo_traveller

February 25, 2025

10

Nice place, would recommend!

Staff is lovely and helpful, location is good, it has what you need for a comfortable and cheap stay in el gigante! You get what you pay for, so it is a simple place but has everything you’d need!

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Sereina

solo_traveller

February 9, 2025

8

nice hostel with cool staff and chill community.

the staff was very friendly and helpful.

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Linnéa

couple

January 27, 2025

8

Nice stay

Very friendly staff, nice hangout area, the kitchen was okay, nice café downstairs and good work/study area. One night a random drunk guy walked in the area and the staff took it very seriously. Even though we barely noticed it they informed us and made sure that they locked the gate properly after that. Location was perfect for studying at the spanish school at the beach.

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Jordan

couple

January 23, 2025

6

Cool hang out space and close to beach

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Mikkel

extended_group

December 10, 2024

4

Sweetest staff and cheap. Would go again to save money

M

Merel

solo_traveller

April 29, 2024

10

Small paradise on earth

Perfect place to stay if you are looking for a cozy hostel with friendly staff and a relaxed vibe. Perfect location in relation to the Spanish school to improve your Spanish, not to mention you have several top surf spots within walking distance! There is a large living room with a bar where you can get drinks. Everyone usually sits here chatting, drinking, watching a movie, playing ping pong or a game of pool. Almost every evening there is something to do in or around the hostel such as Burger night, Taco night and Trivia night. There is a communal kitchen with all amenities and various places where you can relax, such as several hammocks or sofas. The Garden will soon be renovated with, among other things, a volleyball field. There is already a slackline and campfire spot available! And don't forget to cuddle or play with the cutest dog (Lobo) and sweetest cat (Venus)!

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Ruairidh

extended_group

April 27, 2024

4

Sticky, sweaty, Scotsmen

There were only two redeeming qualities this hostel possessed to make our stay somewhat bearable: the volunteers and the proximity to Playa Amarillo. The volunteers were terrific, very friendly, very helpful, and excelled at giving the place some energy. The hostel is located just five minutes from Playa Amarillo, which was some fantastic surfing while we were there and something I would recommend to anyone that surfs, especially beginner to intermediate surfers.

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Dinah

solo_traveller

January 26, 2024

9

Peaceful and comfortable

Location is good, the upstairs bar and seating area is very comfortable. Kitchen has everything you need.

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Chris

solo_traveller

November 16, 2023

10

Amazing location. And very nice hosts

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Lana

solo_traveller

July 27, 2023

9

Highly recommend, had a great stay :)

- Nice deck to hang/chill with lots of hammocks and couches - Super welcoming and friendly owner & staff & pets - Kitchen and fridge available for use - Great location close to town, supermarket and the beach

Facilities

Activities

Games room, Billiards, Table tennis, Darts, Hiking, Cycling, Private beach area, Movie nights, Walking tours, Bike tours, Happy hour, Tour or class about local culture, Beach

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, Indoor play area

Food & Drink

Bar, Breakfast options

Food & drink safety

Delivered food is securely covered, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

General

Bicycle parking, Pets allowed, Safety deposit box

Internet

Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi

Kitchen

Shared kitchen

Outdoors

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

Parking

Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking

Physical distancing

Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available

Safety & security

24-hour security, CCTV in common areas, Fire extinguishers

Safety features

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, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Face masks for guests available

Services

Airport shuttle (additional charge), Shared lounge/TV area, Daily housekeeping, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage, Car hire, 24-hour front desk, Airport shuttle, Laundry

Transport

Public transport tickets, Airport pick up, Airport drop off

Standard Double Room with Shared Bathroom

This double room is air-conditioned and features a shared bathroom, a private entrance and a patio. The unit offers 2 beds.

Max 2 guests 8 1 bedroom0
4-Bed Female Dormitory Room

The dormitory room provides a private entrance, as well as a shared bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 4 beds.

Max 4 guests 10 1 bedroom0
4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

This dormitory room features a shared bathroom, a private entrance and garden views. The unit offers 4 beds.

Max 4 guests 10 1 bedroom0
Basic Triple Room with Shared Bathroom

This triple room is air-conditioned and features a shared bathroom, a private entrance and a patio. The unit offers 2 beds.

Max 3 guests 8 1 bedroom0

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 14:00 to 15:00
Check-outFrom 11:00 until 12:00
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 printNo special policies listed.
Last updated: Apr 11, 2024, 3:22 PM

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EL TUMBO - 0 Star Hotel in Rivas