Lazy Crab Hostel

Calle principal Balgüe Isla de ometepe 2, 00111 Balgue, Nicaragua
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Lazy Crab Hostel

Scored 7.9
7.9
Rated good
Good
137 reviews

Lazy Crab Hostel offers accommodations in Balgue, 7.4 miles from Maderas Volcano. This property offers access to a pool table. There's a sun terrace and guests can access free Wifi and free private parking. There is a coffee shop and bar. The area is popular for cycling and walking tours, and bike rental is available at the guest house. An indoor play area is also available at Lazy Crab Hostel, while guests can also relax in the garden.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
7.9
Cleanliness
7.6
Comfort
7.7
Value for money
8.2
Location
8.5
Free Wifi
6.9
Low score for Balgue

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Madeline
    United States United States
    “The staff was amazing and super accommodating. Very kind and friendly. Helped us out with moto rentals and the food was good.”
  • Adriana
    Canada Canada
    “Good location to catch transportation, get to nearby restaurants and events. Nice staff. Good vibes.”
  • Silvia
    Germany Germany
    “The atmosphere was exceptional. The stuff was great and very helpful. The location is perfect. There are many options for restaurants. No matter where you're on this island, you need a scooter to get to the beach & sightseeing. But Lazy Crab has a...”
  • Bar
    Israel Israel
    “great great stuff the rooms are great really clean”
  • Ariana
    United States United States
    “Loved everything about the Lazy Crab. One of my favorite hostels I’ve ever stayed in”
  • Maureen
    Canada Canada
    “Great vibe! Friendly staff. Good value for your money.”
  • Janet
    Australia Australia
    “Good location, excellent free breakfast, friendly, over the top helpful staff. Good size form with big ensuite. Plenty of relaxing areas. Kitchen for cooking!”
  • 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”

Host Info

Company review score: 8.9Based on 136 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Local family hostel

Property info

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.

Neighborhood info

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

Languages Spoken

English,Spanish

Area info

Amenities of Lazy Crab Hostel

Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

House rules
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Check-in
From 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 10:00 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 14 are welcome.

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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 allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 6:00 AM.

The fine print
Must-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, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Lazy Crab Hostel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Pool table
    • Game room
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Evening entertainment
    • Horseback riding
    • Happy hour
    • Bicycle rental
    • Walking tours
    • Cooking class
    • Bike tours

  • Lazy Crab Hostel is 1,000 feet from the center of Balgue. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

  • Room options at Lazy Crab Hostel include:

    • Double
    • Triple
    • Bed in Dorm
    • Quad