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Hotel Lara's Planet

2.5 star property
Riverfront lodge with free breakfast and a fitness center

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Panoramic Suite, 2 Queen Beds, River View, Overwater | Porch
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Panoramic Suite, 2 Queen Beds, River View, Overwater | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Classic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View, Garden Area | Balcony
Hotel Lara's Planet sits peacefully by the riverside, offering families a genuine connection to nature. Guests start their day with cooked-to-order breakfasts before fishing or riding horses. Thoughtful touches include a library for quiet moments and practical laundry facilities.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly

Room options

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Panoramic Suite, 2 Queen Beds, River View, Overwater | Porch

Panoramic Suite, 2 Queen Beds, River View, Overwater

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Sofa bed - single
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Suite, 2 Queen Beds, River View, Overwater | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Suite, 2 Queen Beds, River View, Overwater

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Sofa bed - single
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Suite, 2 Queen Beds, River View, Overwater | Balcony

Deluxe Suite, 2 Queen Beds, River View, Overwater

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Sofa bed - single
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Classic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View, Garden Area | Balcony

Classic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View, Garden Area

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Sofa bed - single
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Comfort Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View, Garden Area

Comfort Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View, Garden Area | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Comfort Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View, Garden Area

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Sofa bed - single
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in El Castillo, Hotel Lara's Planet is on a river. While the natural beauty of Afortunada Ranch Reserve and Reserva Privada El Quebracho can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Medio Queso Wetlands. Kayaking and water skiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and ecotours nearby.
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del Muelle 200 mts al Norte, El Castillo, Rio San Juan

Restaurants

  • ‪Hotel Tropical - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cooperativa De Cacao - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪El Fogon De La Mami - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Hotel Lara's Planet

Family-friendly lodge by the river
Take advantage of free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace, and a garden at Hotel Lara's Planet. Adventurous travelers may like the fishing, rowing/canoeing, and horseback riding at this lodge. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to a library and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), supervised childcare (surcharge), and multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket assistance, a front-desk safe, and a banquet hall
Room features
All guestrooms at Hotel Lara's Planet include perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Sofa beds, rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and ceiling fans

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Gym
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Library
  • Rowing/canoeing

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2014
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Single sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.00 per day
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.00 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Property is also known as

Hotel Lara's Planet El Castillo
Hotel Lara's Planet
Lara's Planet El Castillo
Lara's Planet
Hotel Lara's Planet Nicaragua/El Castillo
Hotel Lara's Planet Lodge
Hotel Lara's Planet El Castillo
Hotel Lara's Planet Lodge El Castillo
Hotel Lara's Planet Nicaragua/el Castillo

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Lara's Planet pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hotel Lara's Planet?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Hotel Lara's Planet?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

What time is check-out at Hotel Lara's Planet?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Hotel Lara's Planet provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Hotel Lara's Planet located?

Located on a river, this family-friendly lodge is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Afortunada Ranch Reserve.

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