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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 accommodations offers a terrace. Speaking English and Spanish, staff are always on hand to help at the reception.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Breakfast Info

Italian, American

Free parking available at the hotel


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
1 king bed
3 twin beds
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.0
Free Wifi
9.2
High score for San Juan del Sur

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Emma
    France France
    A great stay! Felt like being in the middle of the jungle! Friendly staff. Thank you!
  • Gregory
    United States of America United States of America
    Great views from the hillside, especially with breakfast
  • Rochelle
    Canada Canada
    Room clean, lovely patio to hang out on, great breakfast. Met fellow travellers and shared info on other countries to visit. Actually this is a ten,
  • Jaime
    United States of America United States of America
    The views are stunning, the breakfasts are gourmet and different every day. We loved everything about it.
  • Lukas
    Germany Germany
    Amazing breakfast, comfy beds, super clean, nice pool table!
  • Bradley
    Canada Canada
    Amazing view, clean, great included breakfast, pool table, cute cats and dogs
  • Lee-ann
    Canada Canada
    One of my favorite hostel stays ever. great location, wonderful hosts, fantastic common area - hammocks, view, pool table, kitchen, cold beer/water available - and the best breakfasts!
  • Claudia
    Singapore Singapore
    It is a very lovely place to stay. The breakfast was delicious. The terrace is a perfect spot for sunset. I would definitely recommend it.
  • Micah
    United States of America United States of America
    The hostel was one of the best we stayed at across our entire 5 month long trip. I doubt there is a better place to stay in all of San Juan.
  • Antonio
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Amazing hostel! We didn’t stop talking about how much we loved it the 4 days we were there. We stayed in the private room with sea view and it is so beautiful to wake up to that view, plus we had a monkey chilling outside our window most mornings...

Hotel area info

Amenities of Buena Onda Backpackers
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens

Outdoors

  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Activities

  • Walking tours
  • Beach
  • Pool table

Food & Drink

  • Bar

Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not possible).

  • Street parking

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Indoor play area

Cleaning Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security

General

  • Adults only
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
    Additional charge
  • Wake-up service
  • Fan
  • Hair/Beauty salon
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Spa

  • Full-body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Couples' massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Massage
    Additional charge

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish
  • French

House rules
Buena Onda Backpackers takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 3 are welcome.

Children 11 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Additional unregistered guests are not allowed at the property.

There is an additional charge of USD 7 per night to use the air conditioning.

Please inform Buena Onda Backpackers of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

FAQs about Buena Onda Backpackers

  • The nearest beach is 1,800 feet from Buena Onda Backpackers. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Buena Onda Backpackers offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Pool table
    • Foot massage
    • Back massage
    • Full-body massage
    • Walking tours
    • Head massage
    • Neck massage
    • Couples' massage
    • Beach
    • Hand massage
  • Buena Onda Backpackers is 1,800 feet from the center of San Juan del Sur. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Buena Onda Backpackers is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.

  • Guests staying at Buena Onda Backpackers can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Italian
    • American
  • The prices at Buena Onda Backpackers may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Room options at Buena Onda Backpackers include:

    • Double
    • Twin