Buena Onda Backpackers
Barrio Frente Sur, de Casa Dragon 50 m a mano izquierda
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15 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
15 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
Why people book this hotel
“Hostel has a great lounge/deck overlooking SJDS”
“Both owners were very friendly and help me to get a taxi from Managua”
“Lovely stay in a really nice location”
“Nice location on the hill (great view over town), great areas to relax on the ro…”
“Close enough to the town but far away enough that you’re tucked in on a quiet st…”
“A great place that attracts good people, quiet setting, quiet part of town, but …”
“Nice to have a pool and terrace with amazing views”
“Nice to have the pool table, kitchen and pool area with great views”
“The breakfast and the views were exceptional and really good”
“Very good breakfast”
“Breakfast and coffee were great too and everything was clean”
“The shared areas clean, the view great, the breakfast on special request served …”
Overview
Buena Onda Backpackers is set in San Juan del Sur. Built in 2008, Free WiFi is provided. Buena Onda Backpackers offers some rooms that have sea views, and the rooms include a private bathroom with a shower. The accommodation offers a terrace. Speaking English and Spanish, staff are always on hand to help at the reception.
Traveller reviews
Zoe
couple
May 25, 2026
Lovely stay in a really nice location. Close enough to the town but far away enough that you’re tucked in on a quiet street.
Daniel
solo_traveller
May 24, 2026
Hostel has a great lounge/deck overlooking SJDS.
Dillon
solo_traveller
May 2, 2026
Nice location on the hill (great view over town), great areas to relax on the rooftop.
JÚLIA
solo_traveller
April 7, 2026
“They offer different places and beaches to see. I only spend there one night but it was really good!”
The breakfast and the views were exceptional and really good. Both owners were very friendly and help me to get a taxi from Managua.
Hannah Marie
couple
March 22, 2026
We had a wonderful stay at Buena Onda! Once you got up there, you don’t want to leave anymore. The place has an amazing view, great chill areas and everything you need for enjoying San Juan del sur. The hosts are super kind, they gave us a lot of tips (even for other places in Nicaragua) and contacts for where to rent a scooter or book a Zipline tour. Breakfast and coffee were great too and everything was clean. There is a good atmosphere in the hostel.
Joshua
solo_traveller
March 13, 2026
“Quiet setting. Beautiful People.”
A great place that attracts good people, quiet setting, quiet part of town, but easily walkable to all that San Juan del Sur has to offer. Sandra and Elvin were fantastic and always ready to help with recommendations and whatever I needed. (even a bar of homemade soap!) Thank you x a thousand.
Gemma
family_with_children
February 25, 2026
“Super chill relaxing place to stay”
Great location and facilities. Friendly staff. Nice to have a pool and terrace with amazing views.
Karo
family_with_children
February 16, 2026
Everything! The bed was amazing and comfy! The shared areas clean, the view great, the breakfast on special request served early for me to accommodate my schedule. I had an amazing stay, thank you!
Kristina
family_with_children
January 22, 2026
The hotel is very clean and the owners are very friendly.
Aurelie
couple
January 9, 2026
“Wonderful!”
Amazing place to stay, the staff were all very welcoming and helpful. The location is perfect, with a beautiful view. Thank you very much for everything!
lucy
couple
January 8, 2026
“Good for a couple of days in San Juan”
Good value for money. Nice to have the pool table, kitchen and pool area with great views. The couple running it are lovely and very helpful.
Celina
couple
December 30, 2025
“One of the best places we have stayed in San Juan. Recommended!”
Great facilities and great view! Friendly staff! Very good breakfast!
Jana
couple
November 17, 2025
“Good place for a night”
It's a really nice place overlooking San Juan. The people are very friendly, and the rooms are large. They seem to be in the process of remodeling or rebuilding some rooms, so I'm sure it will get even better!
nanja
family_with_children
August 18, 2025
“Amazing views, lovely rooms and just comfortable stay!! 10/10”
The location was perfect, just on side of town but only 5 mins walk. With the most amazing view of San Juan! It was so nice just to sit in the communal place or even better in the swimming pool and see the sunset.our host elvin was lovely and very helpful. Also if you stay here you must go and get a coffee with the lady just around the corner from the hostel, we went here everyday to get our morning coffee, run by a lovely couple from their home and very nice coffee!
Eleanor
couple
August 12, 2025
“A comfy and clean hostel with friendly staff.”
The bedroom was comfy and the staff were incredible - shoutout to Elvin who was really helpful; he got up in the middle of the night to help us, and gave us lots of tips on where to go and where to eat.
Maya
solo_traveller
July 31, 2025
Such a great place over looking the beach. A little up the hill in a quiet environment. Great facikities on the top floor - pool, kitchen, pool table and much more.
Stefan
solo_traveller
July 14, 2025
“Not really recommended.”
The location, a little bit in the hills, is actually quite nice, but that's about it.
gareth
solo_traveller
July 9, 2025
“The view is the only reason to stay.”
The view is the one good thing going for it.
Rob
couple
June 20, 2025
Great view Very friendly staff - good recommendations Pool table Swimming pool
Matt
solo_traveller
May 1, 2025
“Great place 5 mins from the centre.”
You go here for that view on the relaxing balcony, and its fantastic. Sandra, Jimmy and Elvin, who run it are all great and happy to answer any questions. And they'd just opened up the pool area when i got there for sunbathing
Facilities
Activities
Massage, Billiards, Back massage, Neck massage, Foot massage, Couples massage, Head massage, Hand massage, Full body massage, Beach, Walking tours
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, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Entertainment and family services
Indoor play area
Food & Drink
Breakfast options, Bar
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas
General
Bicycle parking, Non-smoking rooms, Designated smoking area, Adult only
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Outdoors
Sun terrace, Garden, Terrace
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Street parking, Parking on site
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Physical distancing rules followed
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
24-hour security, Key access, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, First aid kit available
Services
Daily housekeeping, Airport shuttle, Laundry, Barber/beauty shop, Vending machine (drinks), Airport shuttle (additional charge), Express check-in/check-out, Luggage storage
Transport
Airport pick up, Airport drop off
Double Room with Private Bathroom
The double room offers air conditioning, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 1 bed.
Double Room with Private Bathroom
The double room offers air conditioning, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The double room has garden views. The unit has 2 beds.
Double Room with Private External Bathroom
Double Room with Sea View
Double Room with Sea View
The double room includes a private bathroom fitted with a walk-in shower. The double room has sea views. The unit has 1 bed.
Twin Room with Private Bathroom
Studio - Split Level
The studio's kitchen, which has a refrigerator and kitchenware, is available for cooking and storing food. This studio is air-conditioned and features a private bathroom, a tea and coffee maker and garden views. The unit offers 2 beds.
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