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Las Dunas Surf Resort - Hostel

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A pool area with three thatched-roof huts, surrounded by tropical plants and trees. - Las Dunas Surf Resort - Hostel (El Viejo)
A swimming pool with people, surrounded by thatched-roof huts and palm trees. - Las Dunas Surf Resort - Hostel (El Viejo)
A pool area with a thatched-roof hut, white picket fence, and lush tropical vegetation. - Las Dunas Surf Resort - Hostel (El Viejo)
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Located close to Santa Maria Beach and Marina Puesta del Sol Beach, Las Dunas Surf Resort - Hostel provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, a poolside bar, and a free daily manager's reception. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a massage, aromatherapy, or a body scrub. The on-site restaurant, Restaurante Las Dunas, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare, and al fresco dining. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a terrace and a garden.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a window with curtains, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a wooden shelf unit.

Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bunk bed room with a ceiling fan, wooden ladder, and a window with a view.

Shared Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in El Viejo, Las Dunas Surf Resort - Hostel is in a rural area. While the natural beauty of Santa Maria Beach and Marina Puesta del Sol Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Puesta del Sol Marina. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby. Visit our Aserradores travel guide
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Santa María del Mar 11, Aposentillo, El Viejo, Chinandega

What's nearby

  • Santa Maria Beach
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Puesta del Sol Marina
    16 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Marina Puesta del Sol Beach
    19 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • San Antonio Church
    58 min drive - 26.5 miles
  • Iglesia El Calvario
    58 min drive - 26.5 miles

Restaurants

  • Al Cielo
    10 min drive
  • Comedor
    8 min drive
  • picota
    18 min drive
  • Aryana’s
    4 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurante Las Dunas

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Individually decorated
  • Laptop workspace
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls and litter boxes are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 200 per vehicle (roundtrip, maximum occupancy 2)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per night

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Frequently asked questions

Does Las Dunas Surf Resort - Hostel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Las Dunas Surf Resort - Hostel pet-friendly?

Yes, this hostel allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Las Dunas Surf Resort - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Las Dunas Surf Resort - Hostel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does Las Dunas Surf Resort - Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 200 per vehicle applies.

Where is Las Dunas Surf Resort - Hostel located?

Situated in a rural location, this hostel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Santa Maria Beach and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Puesta del Sol Marina. Marina Puesta del Sol Beach is 3.5 mi (5.6 km) away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Las Dunas Surf Resort - Hostel Reviews

8.0

Very Good

9.2

Cleanliness

10

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 23 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Simple, clean and friendly hotel. Close to beach. In hotel restaurant is pretty good considering the location.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful! Staff was super sweet, onsite restaurant delicious - with huge portions, we began splitting most meals. The property is very, very clean and well-kept. Highly recommend.
Good pizza
Excellent cocktails and pool
5 min walk from lovely beach
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place. Went with my wife and dog. Food is really really good, place is nice, quiet and clean. All around a great stay. Definitively planning on visiting again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Make sure workers are cared for

I’ve heard the hotel had a fire. I hope the wonderful staff is taken care of by the owner.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately there was construction happening because of a fire that destroyed the roof over the dining area recently, so that meant noise and the pizza oven wasn't running. There was a misunderstanding about the cost of transportation from the airport. The Expedia ad quoted $45 but I was told that it was an old price and that I needed to pay $100. The room itself was nice and clean, unfortunately there wasn't a light in the bathroom. The pool and dining area was also clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Small resort that needs some updating. It is fairly remote with not much around - the closest beach is about a 5 minute walk away. Food and staff were great though.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our time at this hotel. The layout is one of the best parts—the rooms are creatively arranged around the pool and near the restaurant hut, which gives the whole place a unique, communal feel. The pool itself was very nice and a great place to relax, though it looked like it could use a little maintenance in a few spots. The food was a major highlight. We especially loved the pizzas, which were delicious, and everything else we ate was also very good. The walk to the ocean was manageable, but it would be a huge bonus if a shuttle service were available, even just on demand. Overall, it's a great hotel, and we would definitely be willing to stay here again. It has a lot of charm and we left feeling happy with our trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

I couldn't stay in the place because there were no rooms available unfortunately I have no explanation what happened if the system allowed me to make the reservation and when I arrived at the place I was not available
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service

Don’t waste you time…

This place is not actually on the beach, to surf the boom of s about a 30-40 minute walk. The staff was awful with exception to their new lady I believe the manager. She was a breathe of fresh air. Wi-fi never worked and the power was out one of the 3 nights we were there. They had a generator but only turned it on for an hour so no fan and no air conditioning was an awful way to end. Also we never got our 3rd breakfast we pre paid for because the power was off, but they conveniently turned on the generator a few minutes after breakfast window was closed, so we paid for lunch. I would never stay there again. Definitely our worst experience in Nicaragua.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La atencuon desde la llegada y el estar pendientes del servicio extra solicitado.la comida es excelente (no nos enfermamos) y el ambiente del personal nos hizo sentir bien alojados..!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Realmente cumplieron mis espectativas, el lugar es muy lindo, bien cuidado, todo muy limpio. El personal en general es gente muy alegre y amable, la comida es riquísima y hacen unas pizzas artesanales fenomenales. Volveré sin duda.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Llegamos y el personal fue muy atento al recibirnos, la playa está a 10 minutos caminando, es un espectáculo, cuidaron cada detalle durante nuestra estancia.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Un lugar acogedor! La cabaña estaba limpia, la piscina, el restaurante sirve una pizza y costillas de cerdo deliciosas.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful location

Amazing place. My second time there. A true gem. Paradise. Food is excellent. Service superb
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not worth it, many better beaches and hotels

I was disappointed by this hotel. There was no formal check-in procedure, we were given keys to the room and that was it. As it's a hotel that is supposed to be about surfing I needed to know about the local beaches, transport, hiring, tides, and other recommendations. I was given none of these things. The closest beach isn't very nice and only has surf once a day. This place is very remote, there's no shops or restaurants in the vacinity. This is fine if you have your own transport, but we didn't, so we were essentially stuck at a hotel for 3 days instead of enjoying the surf. The on-site restaurant provides basic, uninspired food for relatively expensive prices, 30-40% above market rates. Surf board hire is US$20 per day, double what you pay in better surf spots like Playa Manderes. There's no reason to go here instead of other, better beaches. I booked for 3 nights, would have been happy to leave after the first.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tropical paradise!!!

Las Dunas is a beautiful place with great food a wonderful staff and an incredible vibe. I can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022