Join us in a relaxing getaway on the Ometepe Island in Nicaragua! Please read through the entire description of the listing for all the information you will need to know regarding your stay! Room 1 of 7: - THREE double beds - Maximum: 6 Guests - Private bathroom (fresh water shower) - Air conditioning - WiFi - Breakfast included - Pool access The space Hefziba is located on the beautiful and peaceful Ometepe Island in Rivas, Nicaragua. We’re located on the outskirts of the town of Moyogalpa; a 15-20 minute walk from town or a 5 minute mototaxi ride from the port. Hefziba currently has seven rooms available for booking. This listing is for ROOM 1. The family room has THREE double beds. The room can accommodate 6 guests. It is an AC room with a private bathroom. Breakfast can be purchased at an additional cost NOTE: We do NOT have hot water showers. Also, WiFi is available but it's not always a very strong connection so please keep in mind if you plan to work while you're here! Lastly, we ask that you please respect our property (rooms, appliances, etc). We do reserve the right to charge any damages to cover for repairs! We will be fair with you so please be fair to us! =). Thank you! Guest access Pool During your stay Although I spend a lot of time on Ometepe, this is not my permanent home. It belongs to my grandmother who you might get to meet if she's not in the capital city of Managua! My cousin Augustin lives here permanently however, so he will always be available to you on site along with the help of our on-call translator. My family on the island does NOT speak English which is where I do my best to help them with reservations and communicating with guests before hand to assure a smooth reservation and stay. This is truly a family effort and we do hope you appreciate all the effort that goes to making you feel at home! Other things to note Breakfast is included NEW: Enjoy our pool!

## The Space

Hefziba is situated on the tranquil and beautiful Ometepe Island in Rivas, Nicaragua. The property is located just outside the town of Moyogalpa, approximately a 15-20 minute walk from the town center or a 5-minute mototaxi ride from the port.

This listing is for Room 1 of 7 available rooms at Hefziba. Room 1 is a family room featuring three double beds and can accommodate up to six guests. The room includes air conditioning and a private bathroom with a fresh water shower.

WiFi is available, though the connection may be intermittent, so please consider this if you plan to work during your stay. Breakfast is available for purchase at an additional cost.

Please note that hot water showers are not provided. We kindly ask guests to respect the property, including rooms and appliances. Any damages may incur charges to cover repairs, and we appreciate your fairness in this matter.

## Guest Access

- Pool access during your stay

## Location and Host Information

While I spend considerable time on Ometepe, this is not my permanent residence. The property belongs to my grandmother, who you may meet if she is not in Managua, the capital city. My cousin Augustin lives on-site permanently and will be available to assist you, along with our on-call translator.

My family on the island does not speak English, so I help facilitate reservations and communication with guests beforehand to ensure a smooth experience. Hosting is a family effort, and we hope you appreciate the care we put into making you feel at home.

## Other Details

- Breakfast included  
- New: Enjoy our pool!

Cynthia

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Studio in Moyogalpa

Ometepe B&B - Family Room 1 of 7 (Breakfast Incl) - Bungalows for Rent in Moyogalpa, Rivas Department, Nicaragua

Very nice and spacious place; they were very friendly and always attentive. The only thing is that they should check the air conditioning, because it didn't cool as well as in other places I've stayed. But everything was great. Thank you so much.

Muy bonito y grande el lugar, fueron muy amables, siempre pendientes. Lo único es q deberían de revisar el aire xq no enfriaba como en otros lugares q estuve. Pero todo estuvo súper bien. Muchas gracias

A very nice and pleasant place. Excellent location.

Un sitio muy bonito y agradable. Excelente ubicación

Very good everything , excellent only with the parking lot there, everything is very excellent

Muy bien todo , excelente únicamente con el parqueo de ahí todo muy excelente

Cynthia’s place was located in a great area of town.   It was quiet clean and cozy.  Memo was there to greet us each day with a lovely breakfast and assisted in organizing a scooter for us one day as well as a guide to hike a volcano another day.  We would highly recommend this house

A very cozy place and very good service. With a very nice typical breakfast. Recommended

Un lugar muy acogedor y una atención muy buena. Con un desayuno típico muy rico. Recomendado

We had a great time at Cynthia’s place! Highly recommended this Airbnb

The hosts were great and very accommodating. Good breakfast, clean room. We would definitely recommend staying here :)

Cynthia is a very responsive hostess to request by message. She was not there during our stay but her cousin took great care of us (she made it easy for us to rent a scooter by bringing her directly to the place). Her cousin told us good spots to visit and finally breakfast is very good

Cynthia est une hôtesse très réactive au demande par message. Elle n'était pas la lors de notre séjour mais son cousin s'est très bien Occupé de nous (elle nous a facilité la location d'un scooter en nous l'amenant directement sur place). Son cousin nous a indiqué Les bons spots à visiter et enfin Le petit dej est très Bon

We had a lovely stay at Hefziba. We stayed here for 2 nights with our 2 kids and I have no complaints. The room was clean and everything in the room worked great. It was as shown in the pictures. The hospitality was splendid-memo is a great host. He gave us great local tips and was very accommodating to our requests. The breakfast was delicious and the local space was very beautiful clean and quiet. The only recommendation I would make to future guests is to ensure you have arranged transportation to get around the island as the B&B is far from most attractions. We rented a car in Managua and crossed it over in the ferry and had no problem getting anywhere by car. We enjoyed our stay here and will definitely return and recommend it to others.

The amenities and staff were amazing. Very helpful with recommendations and scheduling of excursions/activities on the island.

Location is great , walking to all restaurants , room was clean and ac was working good , hiking trip we took was an experience ( we got pancakes in the opening before hike at 6 am -  which was a nice touch to work around our schedule ) lack of hot water was not a big deal - you still can shower it is not that cold . Amazing recommendations by Octavio ! No night life - perfect place to relax and enjoy the nature :)

We had 2 wonderful Nights in room No 1.very clean and nice.the back yard is awesome and a wonderful Place for relaxing in the Hammock! We rented a Scooter Octavio arragened everything. We Did also the hike to vulcan concepcion he is a very good Guide we had a wonderful Time Thanks you

Hefbiza is a wonderful place to stay at! The place is exactly as it is shown, with great amenities, and a very friendly, kind local guide. He helped us set up all of our tours for the rest of our stay in Ometepe. No concerns at all, and we would recommend the place to anyone!

It is a place within walking distance, the service service is perfect and met my expectations.

Es un lugar a una distancia accesible a pie, la atencion del servicio es perfecta y cumplió con mis expectativas.

Gracias por su comentario Arturo! =)

Great place in Ometepe. We stayed in room #2 and it was quite clean. Walking distance from all of the restaurants. Octavio was the best! He made outstanding breakfast and gave us tips on spots of interest and getting around. Great price for the location and amenities!

Hefziba is a wonderful , reasonably priced and conveniently located Hotel near the Moyogalpa Ferry Port.  It is about 20 min walk from ferry and the rooms are very clean and spacious.The breakfast is delicious and local host Memo made us feel right at home. Octavio who speaks english visited us the day we checked in abd gace us great tips about places to visit and local restaurants. Memo made ferry reservations and answered all our questions.  a geat place for family we felt very safe and were well taken care of.  Those of you who are driving their own vehicles to Ometepe I strongly recommend making reservations as the slots get full pretty quickly.

We had a wonderful time staying in Cynthia's place.  The staff were very friendly and helpful and prepared a great breakfast each morning.  They helped plan our trips to see the sights and set up our transportation at a very rate compared with what we heard others paid.  The room was large, clean, well stocked and the beds were comfy.  We would definitely stay again.

Hefziba is a one of a kind place on Ometepe! We had so much fun renting a motor bike and exploring the island with helpful tips from Octavio, as well as a guided tour up Volcán Concepcion. The family puts in so much effort to making this place so wonderful, including an amazing breakfast, local tips, and gorgeous rooms with a common area to sit. Would recommend this to anyone!

This Bed and Breakfast is so cute! The check-in process was easy. The property is very nice and the room was very spacious! We decided to stay in two separate rooms and were able to do so because there was occupancy. There are hammocks around to laze. The rooms have AC (great) and are very clean. We loved the breakfast! We got the typical Nicaraguan breakfast (gallo pinto, cheese, maduro, and scrambled eggs with tomatoes). It came with some fruit and cafe con leche. We enjoyed our stay here!

Great quiet spot to stay in Moyogalpa. Close to the ferry, friendly staff, super clean room and comfy bed. The breakfast in super filling and delish. Cheers

Cynthia has friendly, helpful staff members with great hospitality skills. Breakfast was delicious and rooms were clean. 

Cynthia's place is close to the port in Moyogalpa. We took a tuk tuk taxi from the port and it was only about a 5 minute drive and cost us about $2. My boyfriend and I rented a motorbike from Lester which was perfect for exploring the island. We did end up having a bit of an "accident" when my boyfriend dropped the bike and broke the clutch, we called Cynthia and she was VERY understanding and just wanted to make sure we were fine and not injured, she sent her cousin to find us in under an hour (as we had gone pretty far from her place on the island at this point) and he brought us a different bike so we could finish our day of exploring! They were so understanding and accommodating, we were just blown away!! The breakfasts at Cynthia's place were also fantastic, Lester asked us each day what we wanted for breakfast the next morning. The breakfast was pretty generous and left us full and satisfied until well past lunch time. It was really nice having Lester on the property as well to be the English translator as our Spanish skills are *very* limited. He did give us some good suggestions for places to check out and see on the island. All in all we really enjoyed our time on the island and our stay at Cynthia's place.

Everyone was very friendly and cooperative.  It was nice having Lester available who spoke English.  The A/C was great, the bed comfortable.  The room was basic but nice and clean. Breakfast was also good! 

Hefziba is a great place to stay while exploring Ometepe. My wife and I, along with a friend of ours, stayed here for 4 nights on Ometepe and it made a great base camp. We rented vehicles from here and organized hikes as well. A great drive to the many different attractions, and air conditioning to come back to after a long day. Great spot!

I stayed at HEFZIBA B and B for two nights and was amazed at how great the entire experience was. My boyfriend and I are 37 and 32 respectively and are used to an above average standard of living. Upon arrival, Memo and Lester were immediately available to help us get settled by greeting us at the door despite not having any idea when we'd show up. Within five minutes Lester was joking with us, and taking our order for breakfast the next day. His English was impeccable; better than our Spanish!   While helping us to our room, taking our order and offering us four Toñas (for a charge) I got a feel for the house and grounds. There's a lot of fresh air, natural light and tranquil energy in the court yard and garden patio area. The patio sitting area/breakfast area has some of the most comfortable accommodations, which my boyfriend and I definitely enjoyed while there. In fact, both nights we sat/laid on the chaise lounges and custom hammocks deep into the night just enjoying the peacefulness and awesome island breezes which were constant and refreshing. Even though the B and B was relatively "busy" not once did we feel neglected or crowded, with every request we made handled professionally.   They had a scooter available to rent and gave us a deal for renting it for 36 hours, and didn't hassle us even after my boyfriend broke the key right before our last ride back to the B and B. We felt awful about it, but they were able to retrieve the bike the same night, and only charged us an additional 100 Córdoba for the key. He ended up having to brake the news to Memo, but even his understanding, calm personality softened the blow when he expressed in Spanish that it wasn't a problem.  The room itself was big, spacious, clean and suitable for sleeping safely, soundly and securely. It had a somewhat strange aroma from the cleaning supplies they use, but we commandeered a can of air freshener and sprayed liberally. While I wouldn't recommend sitting in the room all day, it's on an island in Lake Nicaragua so I doubt anyone would do that because there is so much to explore and enjoy. The bathroom was functional, the shower was spacious, and not having hot water was really an afterthought.  The food was perfectly proportioned, well timed, and just what was needed to start the day.  Oh, and thanks to Lester for recommending the point for the sunset; Punto Jesus Maria was hands down one of the best places on Earth.

So so sooo happy you enjoyed your stay at Hefziba, Dana! =) I loved reading this! You were great. Thank you again!!

Very great stay with my family and friends at Hefziba. The place is in a great location if you're looking to be in Moyogalpa, as it's close to everything but far away enough for some R&R. The rooms are also quite large, and the place/management has a nice family-like feel to it. 

Thank you again for staying with us Patrick!  So glad to have met you and your family/friends =).

Cynthia, memo and Lester treated us like gold. The property was beautiful and they set up kayaking, volcano hikes and on site massage for us. Thanks!!!

Stunning ! Very comfortable rooms and very clean. Lovely garden and breakfast area. A little too far out of town for our children. The walk from the harbour is 20 min or  a tuktuk ride for 2 dollars. But after dinner in town there is a lack of taxis. So bring your torch.

We had a great time staying here! I can't say enough good things about how helpful everyone was. They were so kind to us, helped us get around the island and gave us advice on the best ways to see everything. Even made some phone calls for us at 5am when a tour guide was late to pick us up even though we hadn't booked it through the air Bnb. So helpful and I'm really glad we decided to stay here. They also had water available for us to refill out bottles which was great. It's takes a little bit to get into the center of town from the property, but it wasn't too bad since we had the bike and a scooter one night. 

Room was clean and comfortable. Staff was knowledgeable about activities in the area and gave clear recommendations. Breakfast was generous and tasty. 

Thanks so much Joshua!  Glad you enjoyed your stay =)

The place is very good! Comfortable, clean and relaxing. The breakfast was really good! Cyntia was not there but their friends really take care of us and are very helpfull! The island is incredible! Beautiful, unique, amazing! Me and my wife arrived to stay 3 nights and we stayed more 2 nights! I really recomend this place!

This place is very clean and very nice. The host at the hotel were very nice and they even arrange for local transportation for us.  It is somewhat hidden, but in a very secure area.  The rooms are very big and the breakfast was very good. 

Very peaceful, clean place with a nice breakfast included and free filtered water. Loved the fact that guests could use the kitchen and bikes can be rented onsite. Aircon and cable were also a nice addition however the wifi did not work very well. Memo was extremely lovely to deal with and very helpful. Cynthia responded to all requests on time. Located a little out from the port so you really need some transport like scooter/bike etc to get around otherwise there are tuktuks you can call.

Our stay in Hefziba was very short but we enjoyed it a lot. The room was clean and comfortable and the green garden in the patio was a nice place to relax. On the top of that the host made the effort to wake up at 4 am to prepare a breakfast for us! I can definitely recommend this place!

Hefziba was great. Everything was super clean, staff is very professional and responsive. Breakfast is great and filling. Would stay there again and would easily recommend it to friends and family. 

Nice and very clean room just outside of the center. It's just a 10-15 minuts walk. We felt very safe. The staff of Hefziba is very helpfull and arranges everything you want for. The rental motorbike and quad were even brought to the accomodation.

Hefziba is even more beautiful than the photos show :) Clean, charming rooms, tasty breakfasts, and it was great to be able to rent bicycles/scooters onsite. It's quiet and peaceful, but very close to town by bike or by tuk-tuk.  Cynthia, Memo, and Lester were all great as well -- friendly, responsive and helpful.

I was picked up from the ferry and transported here. When I arrived it had a private compound feel and was very quiet which was nice. The place is well staffed and very accommodating. Lester is the man and if your Spanish is rusty you'll need to talk to him if you need anything. Of the 3 BnBs I stayed at in Nica, these were by far the nicest rooms. I liked being able to rent a motorbike right from here as well as lock on a guide to hike Concepcion which was no joke!   If you are looking for a quiet relaxing friendly place, this is your spot.

Cynthia was very helpful - even though she wasn't there for my stay. Memo was so nice and very sweet and was always trying to help! Lester spoke English and was there to help you plan your day and get it going and make the transfers  and tours easy to organize.  The walk from the hotel to the main part of town is short about 10-15 mins and a but dark  at night and desolate (especially if your by yourself ) but with a  group and a flashlight/headlamp for assistance it's totally fine. Also If you have a vehicle or transport of some sort very quick and much safer.  There is AC and the beds were comfortable!

Hi Thilani!!  Thank you so much for staying with us at Hefziba!  Safe travelss!!

I booked this stay last minute and Cynthia was impressively quick in accepting my booking and sending me all the details I needed for our stay. We only spent one night but we couldn't have picked a better place to stay on Omotepe! It was clean, comfortable, quiet, and though Cynthia wasn't there, Lester and Memo went above and beyond to help us with everything we needed including having our breakfast ready at 5am! I want to thank those 2 especially for all their help. Highly recommended!

Cynthia, the host, was in constant contact with us and very quick to respond. Her description was very accurate, as were the photos. When there was the possibility of missing our reservation due to the ferry to the island, she was extremely accommodating. When we arrived, Lester and the staff were absolutely amazing. They met every need and answered every question. Lester was very good at teaching our kids Spanish!! When a problem did arise with the wifi, it was dealt with very well, and ultimately resolved. I would definitely recommend Hefziba!!!

Hi Ian!  Thank you so much for your kind words!  I am also so thankful for Memo and Lester. They are amazing =)  All the best to you and your family!

Everyone associated with Hefziba was super-nice. The accommodations were clean, comfortable bed, sizable room (no hot shower), breakfast was good, a/c worked as did the internet. All good.

Hi Gary and Renee!  Thank you again for staying with us! So glad you enjoyed your stay =)

Hefziba was a great experience and Ometepe was breathtaking. The staff at Hefziba were friendly, attentive and trustworthy. Rooms were clean, modern. The onsite water cooler and tea kettles in the room were nice touches as were the complimentary use of bicycles to tour the island or go into town. Property was about 5-10 minute walk outside Moyogalpa which was not an issue for me but worth noting. I enjoyed the walk or bike into town. The islanders were friendly and helpful as well. A little piece of paradise! Muchas gracias!!

Hi Chris!  Thank you again for choosing to stay with us!  So happy you enjoyed it!

We really enjoyed our stay at Hefziba B&B. They offer different sized rooms, some with a shared bathroom, some with their own bathroom. We opted for a bigger room with own bathroom. The room was very clean and had everything we needed (own fridge, waterkettle). The breakfast is included and we had the choice of different yummy options. They even organized a scooter for us, which we could simply pick up and return directly at the B&B (they show you how it works, if you don't know). They also have some bikes, which you can take for free to ride to a very nice beach/sunset spot. We usually walked to town for dinner. It's safe and a 10 Minute walk, although a bit dark on some stretches. Cynthia (not always there) and the staff of Hefziba were all very kind and helpful. If you want to stay near Moyogalpa Town, this is definitely the place for you!

My husband and I had to spend one last night on Ometepe Island because we were taking the flight off the island from the little airport that only flies on Thursdays and Sundays.  This was the perfect place to stay.  It was clean, quiet and the staff was very helpful.  It's location is just outside Moyogalpa which contributes to the peaceful stay.  It's also very close to the airport and the staff arranged for a tuk tuk to pick us up and take us there.  I would highly recommend.  Even the least expensive options looked plenty private.

The listing was very accurate with room description and location. Location was very nice a close walk into town. Lester who helps manage the location was very helpful with recommending what to do and places to eat. He called tuk tuks and also helped us rent scooters for the day. Very helpful !

I had good contact with Cynthia from the moment I wanted to make the reservation.  She made sure everything was taking care of.  Memo and Lester were also fantastic! They helped out with everything. And we even learned some extra Spanish words ;-).  The room and garden were exactly as in the pictures. Home away from home.  This was our first Airbnb-experience. But thanks to you it won't be our last!  Thank you all, we had a great time...  This was   The room was

This place was great!  I loved that it was a little out of the main shopping/eating area, but only a 10ish minute walk away (very easy to find from the pier if you follow their directions).  I was traveling alone and never felt unsafe.  I am sure it would have been safe to walk from the B&B to town at night, but I would usually take a cheap tuk tuk.  Tuk tuk's are also an affordable, easy way to get around if you don't want to walk with your luggage from the pier.  The property and room was quiet, peaceful and very clean.  It was definitely the best place I stayed in Nicaragua.  Memo and Lester were fantastic and were eager to help with whatever was needed.  I speak almost no Spanish so I was happy that Lester spoke a decent amount of English.  They also had someone give me a ride to the pier with my luggage after I checked out which was such a nice thing to do.    Lester suggested hiring a driver to drive me around the island for a day on a motorbike (I didn't want to drive one myself) and it was such a fun and awesome way to see the island.  He also arranged a private guide to hike Concepción.  Both tours were well priced and the guides were trustworthy.  Isla de Ometepe is a must.  

What a great stay! Rooms were clean, grounds were beautiful, breakfast was excellent and Lester and Memo were kind and helpful. A 10 minute walk from town but you can rent bikes onsite. Would definitely recommend. 

So great to hear =) Thank you Heather!!

Hefziba is located close to town, easy to get to from the ferry dock by tuk tuk, bicycle, or even walking (about a 15 minute walk). The staff was friendly and helped us set up scooter rentals, tours, and transportation. The room was clean and it was wonderful to have air conditioning!

Thank you again for staying with us Megan! Glad you enjoyed your stay with us!

I enjoyed my stay at Hefziba B&B, Cynthia's staff was very helpful and was always there for me when I needed them.  The breakfast was great and I felt at home.  The rooms are very clean and makes you fell as if you are at home.  Customer service is given an A+ at Hefziba!

The place was fantastic!  Lesther was so sweet and welcoming as was the others who helped us check in.  We were welcomed with a refreshing glass of orange juice which was perfect after the long and hot ferry ride.  The place is beautiful and comfortable.  We would definitely recommend staying here.  It was definitely clean and well kept and the breakfast included was delicious and typical Nicaraguan - which was exactly what we were looking for.  The location is perfect and very close to the center of Moyogalpa.  Enjoy!

Great, clean, safe location just a short walk outside of town. Lester was amazing and he'll be happy to point out directions, loan a bike, or help you hire a guide.

This is a very special place, the staff who work there whilst Cynthia is away are absolutely fantastic. I can not praise their kindness anymore, absolutely wonderful experience! Cynthia was brilliant as well, keeping in touch with us in case we had any questions or needed anything. After spending a couple of days on Ometepe I doubt you would find a better place to spend your time. Loved it here.

The room was very clean, pictures are accurate and we had a very nice time at Hefziba! The place look brand new! People taking care of the place were very nice to us, their advices were great and helped us having a great time on the island. I would recommend this place to anyone!

Hefziba was very nice and quiet.  It was great because it was close enough to the port and the restaurants in the center, but far enough away to be away from the night life.  The best part of the stay was by far the staff.  Lester and Memo accommodated our every need and went above and beyond our expectations!  I would definitely recommend this to others that are staying in Ometepe. 

We had a great time in ometepe, cute quiet little island. We just stayed one night but it was great, air con and comfy beds, clean room and grounds. Would recommend 

Thank you for the time in this little oasis in Moyogalpa. Cynthya was always available and people in the property made the best to help us with advices regarding transportation. We loved the island, hoping that we can come back!

Cynthia was very accommodating and flexible when I was in a last minute pinch. We had a slight communication upfront (my fault!) but once we got to the bottom of it, everything was smooth. Memo was on top of everything at Hefziba.  Our room was at the end next to a distribution plant (or something) and it was pretty loud our first night. There wasn't any toilet paper in our bathroom and the communal kitchen wasn't in the best shape our first night. I don't think these are indicative of the overall experience, but worth noting.

This place is perfect as long as you don't mind a longer walk into town. We rented bicycles from them for cheap and had no problem. With bikes you are 5 minutes max from the town centre. Their rooms are not spectacular but they are clean & spacious. The rooms with a/c are highly recommended... Even if you think you won't need it, you will want it! Their free breakfast is excellent!! Very filling! Staff are so friendly and helpful. We loved our stay.

Hefziba was great. Cynthia coordinated for us to be picked up from the port and paid for a took-took to take directly to Hefziba.  A larger group joined us, and Octavio helped coordinate a hike up Conception and to a local natural spring - for a great price. He also made breakfast for all of us, and packed it into "to-go" containers to allow us to take it on our hike. On our final day, he also coordinated our taxi from San Jorge to Managua.   Although Hefziba is a few minute walk from the center of town, it was well worth it. Cynthia has put together a great little hotel and the staff there were fantastic. Our room was very large, and the A/C worked great.

Thank you so much for your comments and suggestions Alan! They are very much appreciated =)

My friends and I had an amazing time at Hefziba.  Isla Ometepe is a beautiful place and we wished we had more time to explore the island. Our room was clean, comfortable, and breakfast was delicious. Octavio took excellent care of us and really went above and beyond in ensuring that we got to enjoy the magic of Ometepe.  I would recommend this place to anyone traveling to Ometepe, we really felt the hospitality.  

Thank you so much for your kind words Gage! =D

Cynthia's place and staff are the perfect place to visit in Ometepe. Cynthia was extremely attentive and informative before and during our visit. Her manager Memo is a wonderful person that will make sure all your needs are taken care off. Our experience at her house was wonderful.

Thank you and Giovanna so much for staying with us Pedro! Take care! =)

We had a wonderful time in Ometepe!  Hefziba B&B was perfect!  It is right near the ferry port so it was convenient for us to get to our room & to get back to the ferry when we wanted to leave. The hosts Octavio and Memo were so helpful. We had access to bicycles to easily get to town. We ate at the little French cafe 3 times!  Delicious!  Octavio helped us rent some motorcycles so we could spend the day exploring Ometepe. The room, grounds, and breakfast were fantastic!  We highly recommend Hefziba B&B. 

Hi Laura!  Thank you so much for your kind review! We are so happy you enjoyed Hefziba and the island =D. Take care!

We loved staying here! the place was exactly as described, very clean. We had a great time on the island, the hosts were so nice. Memo took us around the island the first day, and when we told him that we wanted to hike the volcano, he arranged a guide for us, and even packed our breakfast for the next day since we had to leave 5:30 in the morning for the hike.  Would definitely stay here again if we come back to visit the island!

Thank you so much for your kind words Jay! =D So happy you got to explore and enjoy the beauty of Ometepe! =)

This was a great bed and breakfast choice with clean and spacious rooms. The location was near many restaurants and the ferry dock. We had no issues getting access to all activities.  Octavio (the groundskeeper) was amazing with setting up all activities and ensuring our stay was enjoyable. Any request we had he was able to assist.   In addition, the breakfast was amazing!

Thank you so much for your kind words April! So happy you enjoyed your stay!

We had a great time at Hafbiza B & B. Both Memo & Octavio were really helpful & although Cynthia was not there she responded quickly to our enquiries. Pick up from the port worked well & Octavia arranged transport & horse riding. Breakfast was excellent & provided at the time you desired. Wi- fi worked well. You are around 15 mins from the town/ port-up a slight hill. No negatives about our stay & thoroughly recommended. Big thanks to Octavio- so helpful & great English. Enjoy Roger

Thank you so much for your kind words Roger! I will send Octavio your thanks! =D

A beautiful place to stay on Ometepe.  The location was very close to Moyogalpa, so close we could walk to get dinner in the evenings.  The house staff was very pleasant and helped us arrange transport for outings.

Hi Jacqueline! Thank you for taking the time to leave a review! Glad you enjoyed your stay!

This place was so adorable! The staff was AMAZING and the grounds are immaculate. We thoroughly enjoyed staying at Hefziba and would gladly do it again!

Thank you so much Abigail! =) So glad you enjoyed your stay!!

We had an amazing time at Cynthia's. The service and food was superb. Highly recommend!

Thank you so much for the kind words Brandon! =)

We had an amazing stay. The B&B was gorgeous and an easy walk to town. They picked us up from the ferry and gave us some wonderful recommendations on where to eat, what to see, etc. After a long day of travel, we opted to stay in for the night, and had an awesome movie night in the gorgeous outdoor area with cozy seating, complete with popcorn :-) They made sure we were comfortable (turning on the outdoor fans in the evening), and I think that might have been the biggest(and most delicious breakfast) I've ever had. Our stay wasn't nearly long enough - looking forward to returning :-)

Wow! Thank you so much Callie!! =D  That was so nice to read =) . Glad you enjoyed your stay at Hefziba!!

What a great experience staying at Hefziba B&B.  Someone met us at the ferry to escort us to the place.  Very clean and well maintained. The room is large and had plenty of room for 3 adults and a crib for a 4 month old.  The breakfast was awesome!  We were very well taken care of.  Very happy with the place and would recommend it to anyone.  Close to most everything you can do on the island!

So glad to hear you enjoyed your stay Elaine! =)  You're baby granddaughter was the first to use that crib!  Thank you for your kind words!

Our stay at hefziba was wonderful. Cynthia was quick to respond and helpful. The staff was incredibly nice. They picked up us from the ferry when we arrived and took us back to the ferry when it was time for us to leave, as well as offered to set up a tour of island. As most of the previous reviews state, the main town is about a 10-15 min walk. There are bikes to rent and as well as a motor scooter. The room was clean and spacious, with a private bath room. The garden area was beautiful and a nice place to sit and relax. I would recommend staying at hefziba. Thank you Cynthia and your staff for a wonderful stay.

Thank you Natalie! So happy you and your boyfriend enjoyed your stay =)

We had an amazing time at Hefziba B&B! The rooms were spacious, clean, and comfortable and the garden area was beautiful. A traditional Nicaraguan breakfast each morning and opportunity to rent bikes for $5 each per day. Cynthia was easy to contact and stay in touch with. Memo picked us up from Moyogalpo port and brought us to Hefziba. Octavio was very friendly, helpful, and fluent in English. He arranged for us an all-day tour to the waterfall on Volcán Maderas, el Ojo de Agua, and Playa Santo Domingo. He added Punta de Jesus de Santa Maria for sunset at our request. Affordable, safe, clean, and very enjoyable. Highly recommended all around!

Thankk you Kelly!!!  So glad you enjoyed Hefziba and got to do so much on our beautiful Ometepe!

Cynthia and her onsite caretaker were very helpful in advance of our stay at Hefziba, helping us with the ferry reservation and meeting us at the dock to make sure we made it to the property. Everything was very clean, the beds were comfortable, plenty of pillows and a peaceful courtyard to relax. We also enjoyed our traditional Nicaraguan breakfast before venturing out to hike the volcano.  The property is just outside of town, easy to get to via car or taxi. I would certainly recommend Hefziba.

Thank you so much for your kind words Sean =) So glad to hear you enjoyed your stay!

My sister and I had a wonderful experience at Hefziba! Cynthia was helpful and always responded quickly to our emails. Memo, the caretaker of the b&b, picked us up from the dock and went above and beyond to make our stay nice. We used Hefziba's bikes to ride around the island, though the center of Moyogalpa is only a 10 min. walk away. The rooms were clean and had AC and good wifi. The breakfast each morning was delicious! Would definitely recommend this place. 

Cynthia was incredibly responsive, and was able to accommodate two of us last-minute. She was even able to arrange for a pick-up for us at the Port. She let us know who would be greeting us and what he would be wearing, and sure enough there he was, with a sign to boot! Hefziba is just a short drive out of Moyogalpa, but still close enough to walk (or bike) to town and the Port.  The rooms were perfectly comfortable. Good wifi, a/c, and a fridge. I loved the sitting area, which is where I ate breakfast every morning. Octavio and Memo were on-site to help us plan excursions or transport on or off the island. They helped me plan a trek up Concepcion, and also helped my friend get to Managua for her Sunday flight (which was leaving earlier than mine). They have great bicycles for rent if you plan to stay around town, or if you want they can help you rent a scooter (you can get one at Casa India Viejo for $25 the entire day--highly recommend).   The last thing I want to mention is the BREAKFAST. Octavio is a genius. He made a great breakfast scramble for us, plus pico de gallo, and even fried up some sweet plantains when I asked for them. It was a perfect way to start each day of our action-packed island stay. I had a wonderful time here, and I wish I could have stayed longer!

Super communication. Did everything she could and more to make us comfortable. The staff is nice and serve good breakfast. We had organized a trip with a privete mini van for 4 that was way cheaper then booking something at an official office. Had a lot fun. Peaceful place just a little walk out of town.

We absolutely loved staying at Helfziba! They have great seating areas in and around the gardens to hang out, play games, watch tv, etc. Also, the rooms were clean and comfortable. We stayed in the family rooms with private bathrooms, but there are cheaper rooms with a shared bathroom. The staff was very accommodating and friendly! We really enjoyed everything. We would definitely stay here again! The only thing I'd say, is having a vehicle makes staying here a lot easier, but that goes for the entire island.

Hefziba was amazing! Cynthia was extremely helpful and very thoughtful. The place was beautiful. Memo (the groundskeeper) works non stop to keep it shinning. Oncvaro who worked the front desk was a huge help when we planned our adventures around the island... The breakfast was incredible, very authentic. If we are ever in the area, we will definitely return!!...

Just spent the last two nights at Hefziba and we were very happy with the service, rooms, staff, and location. The breakfast was really good and whenever we asked the staff for recommendations on where to go for tours or for taxi services, they were happy to oblige. The rooms were spacious and spotless. It's a fairly new place and has air conditioning, which many places don't have. This B&B has a very relaxed atmosphere and we would recommend Hefziba to anyone looking for a relaxing stay with great food and great staff. Thanks again!

Staying at Hefziba was nothing short of an enjoyable experience.  All the staff we were in contact with were incredibly hospitable and accommodating from the moment I made our reservation and through our entire stay.  The rooms were spacious, clean, and comfortable.  Breakfast was delicious! Being a bit of a walk outside of the center of town, we appreciated that bikes were available for us to use.  A quaint and delightful spot to stay on a beautiful island.  My friends and I agree that for future trips to Ometepe, we would return here in a heartbeat!

We had a great stay at Hefziba in Ometepe. It's an easy short walk to the city center Moyogalpa. The grounds are beautiful and it's nice and quiet at night. Cynthia wasen't there but made sure to check in on our stay. Her mother and family were running the b&b. They were wounderful and extremely helpful. They always made sure we were well taken care of. We had the Nica breakfast every morning it was so delicious. We loved our stay and highly recommend it if you're looking for a peaceful place close to the city. 

Amazingly friendly staff.  Fantastic breakfast.  Overall the location, furnishings, room, and everything was nothing short of perfect.  The beds were comfortable and felt very much like a cozy bed and breakfast.  I wish we could have stayed another day to take a tour of the volcano.

We had a great stay at Hefziba. Despite not speaking English the staff were very helpful and accommodated to our every need. They arranged a fuss free pick up from the ferry for a quick journey to Hefziba in a tuktuk. Breakfast was included and it was delicious! Rice, plantain, eggs and fruit. The gardens are wonderful to relax in. Recommended activities are the hike to the waterfall and zip lining - stunning views from both. All in all, excellent. Thanks Cynthia and team!

Great support and advice from Cynthia even last minute booking and tourist info. Was picked up from ferry. Staff understood little English so communication limited - maybe have pictures of things could point to. Would have wanted more better instructions on check in but language barrier. Good room, beds, etc. clean. 15 min walk to town but careful re dogs and traffic after dark bring flashlight. Good breakfast with rice beans fruit etc. good value for the money but maybe not economical for a single or low budget traveller great for a couple or group. I would recommend this place. 

We were greeted at the port by Guillermo who showed us to a mototaxi that zipped us straight to Hefziba. We purchased a large bottle of water for 40 Cordoba and rented 2 bicycles for 260 Cordoba for 24 hours. The room was clean with a/c and tv. The porch and yard are great for relaxing. It was very quiet and we felt safe. There is a trunk on the porch with games to play and a ball to kick around. The Doña cooks a mean breakfast; quite possibly the best we've had in Nica. The power went out a number of times both nights we were there, which seemed like a regular occurance (but didn't incovenience us). Cynthia, our host was quick to respond to our emails/texts and made herself available to speak on the phone if necessary since the folks overseeing the place didn't speak English, which was a nice offer, but she wasn't in Nicaragua so we didn't meet her. Overall it's a good value, the staff go out of their way to help you (calling mototaxis, cooking, arranging scooter rentals) and the location is far away enough away from the touristy places but close enough to walk/ride into town. Definitely check out Punta Jesus Maria and Agua de Ojo during your stay!

Exelent. Big, nice and clean rooms with very good towels. We got a room with TV, frigde and aircondition. No bugs at all. Very friendly staff! A good breakfast is included. However, there is no free filtered water, so you have to buy it - and it is a ten minutes walk from Moyogalpa centrum. We liked Hefziba a lot.

Super comfortable place with great breakfast.  Cynthia's brother, Oscar, was on location as our host and was very kind and helping finding solutions to issues we had with our transportation.  We had the chance to meet his grand-parents and they are all wonderful people.  Memo, the groundskeeper, was also friendly with us and our two daughters.  The place has playground structure for little ones and is super for small kids.  There is a surprising beautiful lawn in the centre court, so comfy for our tired feet!   We recommend this place.