Villa's in West-Nicaragua

'This self-acclaimed hotel closed a year ago in a totally run-down state. Some four months ago it was bought by a new (US citizen) owner who is trying to rebuild the place. Currently there is one room that looks quite okay, however there is no reception, no personnel apart from a local housekeeper. The problem starts with the entrance. When we arrived on December 14 around noon, the gate was closed, while there is no name sign nor anything else that indicates the existence of a hotel. It looks...

'Laguna de Apoyo is truly a paradise location. Birds and sometimes monkeys and iguanas coming close.The next door hotel is not functioning, so the place is quite calm.Swimming in the Laguna is a incredible treat!Unfortunately 'La Giralda' really needs investment and renovation.The air conditioning is so noisy that it is impossible to use. We had to do with the old clicking ceilings fans.Rudimentary kitchen.Don't expect to use the kayaks, the owner forgets to say that the seats are broken.Also, it...

'Good bang for the buck'

'Great'

'You just can’t find places like this anymore. If you want beach front, woods and wildlife, seclusion and safety - you can’t beat this!'

'It was a great value and a perfect place for a relatively large group like ours. The hostess was professional and courteous. The check-in process was smooth. I highly recommend this place if your group is relatively large. Ah! A large super market is just around the corner which is very convenient.'

'Manuel and Maria are waiting to greet you on arrival, and the property exceeds the listing photos — especially at night when the lighting makes it truly magical. Crashing waves provide the perfect backdrop all day and night, and the beach was nearly deserted on weekdays.Maria and Manuel are attentive without ever being intrusive, and they invited us to witness the release of baby sea turtles they'd hatched on the property — an unforgettable experience. Maria also cooked our group a fresh snapper...