Set in Balgue in the Ometepe region, Lazy Crab Hostel features a garden. It is located 12 km from Maderas Volcano and offers a shared kitchen. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. There is a coffee shop and bar. For guests with children, the guest house provides an indoor play area. If you would like to discover the area, cycling and walking tours are possible in the surroundings and Lazy Crab Hostel can arrange a bicycle rental service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.3)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
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1 double bed
1 double bed
1 single bed
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1 double bed
1 single bed
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1 double bed
1 double bed
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1 bunk bed
1 double bed
1 single bed
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1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.7
Facilities
7.5
Cleanliness
7.4
Comfort
7.6
Value for money
8.1
Location
8.3
Free WiFi
7.9
Low score for Balgue
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Charlotte
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This place is a one of a kind gem in Ometepe. The food is amazing, the location is perfect (the lake is at the end of the lane if you want a quick dip) and it’s conveniently next to both shops and restaurants. The beautiful art that is...
  • Shynade
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The staff were friendly and helpful, the facilities were clean and the kitchen had the basic utensils, the free coffee was a great bonus.
  • Johanna
    Netherlands Netherlands
    A simple but very nice place, easy going, everyone is very helpful and a good breakfast
  • Gemma
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    I loved the vibe of this place, it was better than I was expecting, really chill and I liked the staff, they went out of their way to help me. The location was also really good, close to lots of things.
  • Benjamin
    France France
    The manager was awesome, everyone was so nice and super helpful. They have bikes to rent on-site too which is super helpful. And the breakfast 🥞 is perfect to kickstart the day
  • F
    Florian
    France France
    Workers really helpful and chill, totally love the vibe of the place. It fits perfectly what you want to experience on this island
  • Katie
    Australia Australia
    The breakfast was delicious! Great vibe and will be better with the additions being made.
  • Ornella
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Quiet and clean with friendly staff- good value in Balgue and less mosquitoes than other accommodation
  • Lynn
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Nice hostel with a lot of hammocks, basic rooms but friendly staff. perfect location!
  • Siri
    Netherlands Netherlands
    super nice and relaxed vibe, great staff and amazing breakfast. good location as well. we extended twice!

Host Information

Company review score: 8.7Based on 148 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Local family hostel

Property information

This is a happy, colourful and super relaxed local and family onwed hostel in Balgue, small town on Isla de Ometepe. A good place to be surrounded by nature and super cool local people with good vibes. We are just down the road from the entrance to the Maderas volcano hike and under a minutes walk the waters edge where you can swim and spend your day. Close the the hostel you can find restaurants and little shops for food. We hire out dirt bikes, scooters and bicycles and run tours from our hostel. We offer diverse kind of accommodations adapted to any kind of guests or traveller. We have dorms, private rooms, double bedrooms, group bedrooms, etc. that will suit the needs of any kind of traveller. Nearest ATM is at Moyogalpa so make sure you have enough cash upon arrival.

Neighbourhood information

Small town called Balgue have restaurants, small shop for food and alot of activities to do.

Languages spoken

English,Spanish

Property surroundings

Facilities of Lazy Crab Hostel

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Cooking class
  • Happy hour
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Evening entertainment
  • Horse riding
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
    Additional charge
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Billiards
  • Games room
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
Entertainment and family services
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
  • Laundry
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Designated smoking area
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Wellness
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

House rules
Lazy Crab Hostel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 12:00 to 20:00
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 14 years are welcome.

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

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 06:00.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 06:00:00.

FAQs about Lazy Crab Hostel

  • The prices at Lazy Crab Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Room options at Lazy Crab Hostel include:

    • Double
    • Triple
    • Bed in Dormitory
    • Quadruple
  • Lazy Crab Hostel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Billiards
    • Games room
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Evening entertainment
    • Horse riding
    • Happy hour
    • Bicycle rental
    • Walking tours
    • Cooking class
    • Bike tours
  • Lazy Crab Hostel is 350 yards from the centre of Balgue. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Lazy Crab Hostel is from 12:00, and check-out is until 10:00.