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Hotel il Padrino

2.5 star property
Guesthouse with a full-service spa, 6-minute walk to Granada Cathedral

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Property grounds
Shared fridge
Property entrance
Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Garden view
Hotel il Padrino, nestled near Granada Cathedral, offers a tranquil escape with a garden and arcade/game room. Treat yourself to some rest and relaxation at Genesis spa or catch up on some reading in the library while enjoying local cuisine for breakfast.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Kitchen
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Triple Room | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Triple Room

Highlights

TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
  • 159 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

Highlights

TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

Highlights

TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Del Convento San Fran, 1 Calle al Norte, Granada

What's nearby

  • Calle la Calzada - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Mansion de Chocolate Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Granada Cathedral - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Parque Central - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Chapel of Maria Auxiliadora - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Augusto C. Sandino Intl. Airport (MGA) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Garden Café - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pita Pita Fun Food - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Gaia Forest - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪cafe de arte - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Nectar - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Hotel il Padrino

Guesthouse near Granada Cathedral
Located close to Mansion de Chocolate Museum and Old Train Station, Hotel il Padrino provides free breakfast (local cuisine), a garden, and an arcade/game room. Treat yourself to some rest and relaxation at Genesis, the onsite spa. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Other perks include:
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and tour/ticket assistance
  • A TV in the lobby, a water dispenser, and a front-desk safe
  • Luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Hotel il Padrino boast comforts such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • 21-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, LED light bulbs, and communal kitchens

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (USD 1.50 per night); discounts available
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

Full-service spa

  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 21-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 6 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 45 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 1.5 per night (328 ft away)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 6 percent

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 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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses solar energy
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Hotel il Padrino Granada
il Padrino Granada
Hotel il Padrino Granada
Hotel il Padrino Guesthouse
Hotel il Padrino Guesthouse Granada

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel il Padrino pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel il Padrino?

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

What time is check-out at Hotel il Padrino?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Hotel il Padrino provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 45 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hotel il Padrino located?

Located in the heart of Granada, this spa guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Mansion de Chocolate Museum, Granada Cathedral, and Old Train Station. Chapel of Maria Auxiliadora and Lake Nicaragua are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Hotel il Padrino Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Idania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet rooms
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love it! Excellent! The place is beautiful, super clean and secure, Owners and staff are very friendly and helpful. You have an easy walk to the Main Square and amenities. This place feels like a Home away from Home!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Edoardo

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A bit outside but still practical

A bit outside the lively zone of Granada, about 500m. Decent breakfast. AC is with an additional fee. Dogs/cats inside… they are calm
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

CDebra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All around very pleasant stay. Really friendly staff ultra clean, beautiful gardens. Great value for the money.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Is very nice place to stay the owner was so kind and nice i love it and i can say thanks for be
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Omar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peacefully, in quite in great team,
Stayed 22 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matilda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a very nice stay, lovely staff and nice Nicaraguan breakfast. Only downside for us was that the room was quite hot, also during night.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

The owners are absolutly adorable, they welcome us in their home and the stay was really nice. They gave us helpful advices and tips. I highly recommanded this place
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alexey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place, quiet, cozy and comfortable!

Amazing place, my recommendations! Very nice hosts, friendly and helpful. Great breakfast. Very comfortable room (though missing AC, therefore too hot in May). Everything is very clean and well-maintained. Hotel is quiet, but very close to city center.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Forest

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owner Toby is very kind and hospitable, with a nice family. He will help you with advice and directions, and how to move around the community. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gaby & Toby were great - everyone was really friendly & helpful. Great location - less than 5-mins walk to the Cathedral & city centre; 25-mins walk to the lake &/or the old fortress. They provid filtered water for the guests. Lots of useful information about tours. Only downside was the lack of hot/warm water for the shower (discovered in the morning... although it was sort of refreshing to wake up with).
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Havital

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice staff, friendly English speaking owner, great breakfast, nice little yard, felt safe the place has a locked gate, only problem is the rooms are hot even with the fan, the only window is in the bathroom and there are no screens so you cannot open the windows and keep the l7ght on.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Morten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best place in Granada

Biggest recommendation! The people running this place is the best, helpful, kind and full of recommendations in the city. The room is nice and the inside area of the hotel is cozy and beautiful. Wifi is good enough for video calls, around 25 MBS in down- and upload. Sometimes more. (I was working online). There are two dogs and a cat, be aware, but they are a friendly and a nice addition.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
There is no AC and the room was really hot if we closed the door and used only the fan so we (and most guests) kept our doors open. It’s a secure property so this was possible but also not great from a privacy perspective. Additionally, there were a lot of mosquitos so leaving the doors open wasn’t ideal. We (and other guests) got lots of mosquito bites. If they can take care of the hot rooms and/or the mosquitos, it’ll be a nice place. It’s super cute, our room and bathroom were spacious and clean, staff are nice, breakfast was included and decent.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Zhong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful home. Helpful owners. Mosquitos.

I want to thank the couple who operate this cute hotel. Especially the lady of the house. She helped me arrange the best priced tours. For one person, it's not easy. Beautiful house and room. Spacious. Clean. The two ladies who cleaned the house are very nice too. Good breakfast, not a large portion. Hot shower, not that you need it. I stayed in room 5, at the end. outside is a second kitchen. Even though it's not fully functional, the fridge and sink are very handy. Wifi decent. Not super fast. Maybe because my room is the farthest. We have access to the main kitchen, but the family uses it, so I don't feel comfortable using the kitchen. I asked for a knife, a glass, and some plates and a bowl. Used them throughout my stay. I could use a little table. I hope they'll put a small table inside each room. A few problems though. 1. no AC, no screen. I got many mosquito bites. The room is very stuffy. In order to get some fresh air into the room, I have to leave the door open, and the bathroom window open. No window in the room. Please put screen door, and also screen outside of the bathroom window. 2. maybe some plugs near the porch area. I was given a plug-in type of mosquito repellent. But no plug if I sit in front of my room. Also this one heats up a tablet, and it's hot. 3. the large heavy blinds are over the door. Unable to draw it down, after I leave the room. When enter or exit the door, you have to draw it up. This makes it almost useless. They are pretty for sure
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A great start to Nicaragua!

A lovely place, with very friendly and helpful staff. We loved our egg & avocado breakfast each morning. Very convenient location
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leyla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lo único que le falta es aire acondicionado
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Recomendable para estancias de 3/4 días Muy céntrico de la Catedral. Personal y propietarios excelentes
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Kenneth David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Seguro, limpio y tranquilo. Propietarios amables y por el precio pagado el servicio estuvo bueno. El desayuno excelente
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dayamis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Todo excelente
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tobi and Gabi are very helpfull and kind. And the place is cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place!

Super nice place! Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Diane, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic!!!

Gabby greeted us when we arrived and made us feel welcome right from the start. The room is super clean and bright with plenty of space. The sheets and towels are of good quality and the room is cleaned daily. Breakfast is very good and includes a nice fruit cup and coffee. The location is perfect, close enough from the center but far enough from the noise. It is literally a 2 minute walk to the city center. There are lots of shops and restaurants nearby. The common areas are really nice and airy. Gabby and Toby( the owners) are super helpful and so easy to talk to. We enjoyed visiting with them every day and watching tv and Netflix’s in the common area in the evenings. We were able to use the kitchen when ever we wanted. On my birthday they surprised me with a bottle of wine, it really made my birthday extra special. The garden area is so pretty, and the french doors are lovely. There are hammocks and places to sit and enjoy the garden. There is hot water for the shower. Gabby and Toby are constantly making changes and improvements to their place which is really wonderful already but it just keeps getting better and better. They have recently added hair driers, full length mirrors and safes to each room. We spent 11 days here and loved it! We very highly recommend staying here !
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Keith and Vivia, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A real home from home

Happily used il Padrino as a base for excursions throughout Nicaragua. Wonderful family, perfect stay. Excellent location, quiet but very close to downtown. Toby is a great tour guide and they helped us with our transportation plans throughout the country. Extremely friendly ambiance. Good value and highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2018

6/10 Okay

Gonzalo

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort

Falta profesionalismo !

Los dueños del hotel son muy amables, el problema es que es como una casa de huéspedes y hotel, te reciben perros y parece que estás llegando a una casa y no un hotel. El problema fue que la habitación que se me asignó tenía el gran inconveniente que a pesar de que se contaba con un ventilador, el aire no podía circular para ningún lado, esto hace que la habitación siempre esté caliente y el aire se envicia . Para el precio que se paga el lugar está bien .
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

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