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Hostal los Chamos - Hostel

2.0 star property
Bayside hostel with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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Beach nearby, windsurfing, surfing
Terrace/patio
Living area
1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout curtains
Terrace/patio

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$40
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov

Explore the area

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San Juan del Sur, Zona central, frente donde fue la cabañita 1/2, San Juan del Sur
  • Place, San Juan del Sur Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, San Juan del Sur Port
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Nacascolo Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout curtains

Classic Quadruple Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Garden
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 19 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout curtains

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Garden
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed

Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
3 bathrooms
Microwave
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom, Courtyard View

Basic Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom, Courtyard View

Highlights

Garden
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 2 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Garden
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

San Juan del Sur

Hostal los Chamos - Hostel places you in the centre of San Juan del Sur, within a short 5-minute stroll of San Juan del Sur Beach and Church of Saint John the Baptist. Highlights at this hostel include free breakfast (local cuisine). .Enjoy access to surfing/body boarding and windsurfing. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and a microwave in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also motorbike parking, along with the convenience of an area shuttle. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Centro hostel include Petroglyph and Old Lighthouse Trail.
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What's nearby

  • San Juan del Sur Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • San Juan del Sur Port - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Nacascolo Beach - 6 min drive - 2.8 km
  • El Remanso Beach - 8 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Maderas Beach - 10 min drive - 7.6 km

Getting around

  • Managua (MGA-Augusto C. Sandino Intl.) - 148 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Tostadería - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dale Pues - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Taco Spot - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Tio Milton - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ikal - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hostal los Chamos - Hostel

Bayside hostel with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. WiFi is free in public spaces. A shuttle from the hotel to the airport (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area are also featured at Hostal los Chamos - Hostel. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This San Juan del Sur hostel is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Local cuisine
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
Hostal los Chamos - Hostel offers 12 accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and free toiletries. Guests can make use of the in-room full-sized fridge/freezers and microwaves.

Bathrooms include a shower. This San Juan del Sur hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). Additionally, rooms include a ceiling fan and blackout curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour airport drop-off shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Onsite motorcycle parking only

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • TV in common areas
  • Water sports equipment
  • Windsurfing

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • On the bay
  • 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.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No lift
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: 10 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hostal los Chamos - Hostel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 120 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 4)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 1 (up to 10 years old)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Hostal Soya Hostel San Juan del Sur
Hostal Soya Hostel
Hostal Soya San Juan del Sur
Hostal Soya
Hostal los Chamos Hostel San Juan del Sur
Hostal los Chamos Hostel
Hostal los Chamos San Juan del Sur
Hostal la Soya
Hostal los Chamos
Los Chamos Hostel Juan Del Sur
Hostal los Chamos - Hostel San Juan del Sur
Hostal los Chamos - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Hostal los Chamos - Hostel?

Yep, but only for motorcycles.

How much does it cost to stay at Hostal los Chamos - Hostel?

As of 13 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hostal los Chamos - Hostel on 25 Nov 2025 start from AU$39.59, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Hostal los Chamos - Hostel?

Yep, Hostal los Chamos - Hostel is a short 3-minute walk from San Juan del Sur Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and windsurfing. You can also find water sports equipment and motor boats.

Does Hostal los Chamos - Hostel serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary local cuisine breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hostal los Chamos - Hostel?

No, but there's a shuttle from the hotel to the airport that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hostal los Chamos - Hostel?

Check-in begins at 1 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hostal los Chamos - Hostel?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Hostal los Chamos - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 10 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Alexander

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great place to stay

Very helpful and happy staff, great location, would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Worst experience of my life
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice people. Great water pressure in the shower. Two large oscillating fans. Located safely in the town center with markets, bars and beach close. Would stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

6/10 Okay

Anna, London

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very basic

The staff were friendly and the location is ok but the rooms are incredibly basic and lacking in character.

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

It was very basic

Location was good but it was very basic. It was all we could find for new year's eve so we took it. If you are a budget traveler go for it, but otherwise don't.

8/10 Good

Stewart

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

Good value!

It was a a good deal. Nice to have ac in Nicaragua!

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Bien situé et propre. Cuisine et déjeuner appréciés. Tout s’est bien déroulé.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017

4/10 Poor

Willi

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

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