Casa Oro Eco Hostel

Although we didn’t stay at Casa Oro Eco Hostel, our experience with the staff left a bad impression. After being dropped off by a shuttle in San Juan del Sur, we were immediately surrounded by aggressive taxi drivers offering rides to Playa Maderas for the same price we had already paid for the shuttle from León. Frustrated, we approached the receptionist hoping for honest advice. Unfortunately, he scammed us. He promised to arrange a taxi for us to Playa Maderas, which seemed like a better option than waiting for the shuttle to avoid hiking up the hill in the dark. After waiting 45 minutes (way too long for such a small town), a questionable, rickety vehicle arrived, not even a proper taxi. As it got dark and rainy, the driver took us halfway, then abruptly kicked us out in the jungle with no explanation, leaving us stranded with our bags and no idea where we were. We eventually found out the $4 shuttle we passed up earlier is the best option, especially since it’s a 4WD vehicle, essential for reaching Playa Maderas. My advice: avoid relying on the staff at Casa Oro and opt for the shuttle. Travel with other tourists to minimize the chance of being scammed. Unfortunately, we cannot recommend Casa Oro Eco Hostel based on our experience.

staff not pleasant at all, we had reserved by booking and during checking we were told of other taxes that we had to pay ($6/pers). You have to pay for ice cubes at the bar and the dormitories are poorly air-conditioned and the shared kitchen only has a stove and two tiny fridges for the entire hotel. In conclusion, it is entirely possible to find better and cheaper in San Juan del Sur.

Receptionist was very unkind to me after seeing my passport. Took around 30 minutes to check in (usually a 2-3 minute process). felt like he dis it on purpose. room had plenty of space, told me that I sleep in the top bunk because that what the system says. What?? I felt what racism is like there. would never come back

Pros: AC worked well in private room and good location. Decent price. Cons: construction started 7am (on the street- not their fault, but also in the building) super loud, room smelled like a urinal cake, couldn’t do a tour unless 6ppl interested (no sign up sheet). Our room was unfinished, just cement floors and walls and shower… no atmosphere

If you want to actually get some sleep. This hostel is not for you. The rooms are situated on the noisiest road in San Juan. You might as well sleep homeless on the side on the street in Mumbai. The room we stayed in had a sliding door which was not finished properly so that it was basically open. Leaving all the noise in. If you have unfortunately booked this place, eye mask and noise cancelling headphones are a minimum. WiFi doest work from the room. Toilet doesn't flush. It's a pity, as in general the lounge areas are nice.