Featuring sea views, Palapa Hostel in El Tránsito features accommodations, a garden, and a terrace. Housed in a building dating back to 2022, this campground is a 6-minute walk from the El Transito Beach. This pet-friendly campground also has free Wifi. At the campground, units have a shared bathroom and bed linen. The nearest airport is Augusto Cesar Sandino International Airport, 43 miles from the campground.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)


Availability

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
7.9
Cleanliness
7.9
Comfort
8.1
Value for money
8.9
Location
8.6
Free Wifi
10
High score for El Tránsito
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Robert
    United States of America United States of America
    Employees are very helpful and friendly. Anytime I needed help with anything, they where always ready to help.
  • Courtlyn
    United States of America United States of America
    The staff is so friendly and helpful. It’s a 5 min walk from the beach which is nice to experience a bit of the little town. If you’re lucky you can see a baseball game on Sunday. An amazing pupusa place a block away. Equipped kitchen, drinking...
  • Flavien
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Amazing place. One of the best hostels I have stayed in. The family who run are super friendly and nice. The place is always clean. Kitchen facilities are top notch and the shower is very good. Five minutes walking to the beach. I would definitely...
  • Nikita
    France France
    A lovely family takes care of the Hostel and it is a very relaxing place.
  • Sarah
    Indonesia Indonesia
    Little paradise in El Tránsito ! Such a beautiful and calm place, attracting a nice crowd ! The family managing the place is lovely. 🥰
  • Ana
    Germany Germany
    Very chill hostel. Great for relaxing! Hosts are super nice and the walk to the beach is not very long. Filtered water is availabe
  • Sophie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The double room was really nice and unique, cool at night as it’s open to the air, can see the sea from the bed, felt private and was cheap but felt like it was more expensive. Nice outdoor shower and staff were friendly
  • Caroline
    France France
    The family was adorable and very welcoming, really nice vibe with the other travelers. We were renting the private cabaña, it is spacious and has a great view on the ocean, away from the other rooms. It is an eco concept place (recycling, dry...
  • Federica
    Australia Australia
    Everything! It's a little family run hostel, very down to earth and sustainable :)
  • Léa
    Vietnam Vietnam
    The manager Family are Amazing ! Feel like home Little paradise !! Already miss this place !

Managed by Palapa Hostel

Company review score: 9.5Based on 49 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Come and enjoy meeting locals & people from all over the world. We cook and eat together, We go everyday on the beach for the sunset! We organise some activities with the volunteers, playing sports, games, listening music, organise bonfire on the beach by night.

Property info

This is an atypical place where all the buildings have no walls to provide a different experience! - THE COMFORT IS BASIC: DRY TOILETS & SHOWER WITHOUT ROOF - NIGHTS/EARLY MORNING CAN BE NOISY (Local bus 5-6-7 AM + Animals such as Chickens, frogs...) Connect with people & nature, get tan, get fit, feel free, relax, exchange, get inspired, value time over money and anyway it is cheap! Surf in warm water & uncrowded waves all year long!

Neighborhood info

Enjoy the beach, the natural swimming pools with colourful fish. Cheap fresh amazing fish! Local restaurants & bars. Connect with locals and learn about their culture.

Languages Spoken

English,Spanish,French

Area info

Amenities of Palapa Hostel

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
Bathroom
  • Shared bathroom
Bedroom
  • Linens
View
  • Sea view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Beach
Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Safety & security
  • Safe
General
  • Mosquito net
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French

House rules
Palapa Hostel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation 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 of all ages 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
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

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

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

FAQs about Palapa Hostel

  • The nearest beach is 1,500 feet from Palapa Hostel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Palapa Hostel is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Palapa Hostel is 1,300 feet from the center of El Tránsito. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

    • Beach
  • The prices at Palapa Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.